4-501.11--- OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET IN THE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
: 2-102.13--- NOTED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED TO UPDATE.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 8, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 1, 2025
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 9Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BARE HAND CONTACT OF FOOD HANDLER PLACING RTE PITA BREAD IN FOOD STORAGE BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD PITA BREAD AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING CONTAMINATION. PITA BREAD WAS DISCARDED BY FOOD HANDLER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT BOTH HANDWASHING SINKS IN DELI/MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT HANDWASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 (C).
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
OBSERVED PRE-PACKAGED FOODS WITHOUT PROPER ALLERGEN LABEL THAT CONTAINED PISTACHIOS. SUCH AS PISTACHIO CREAM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PULL PREPACKAGED FOODS AND TO ADD PROPER ALLERGEN LABEL. ALL PRODUCTS PULLED FROM SHELVES AND TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST NOT SELL UNTIL PROPERLY LABELED AND CONTACTED CDPH TO REMOVE THE TAG. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CLEAN POTS AND PANS HANGING ABOVE HANDWASHING SINK IN FOOD PREP AREA IN BAKERY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET IN THE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED RUST ON WIRE SHELVING IN THE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST.-----NOTED CARD BOARD USED AS LINING ON SHELVING IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. ALL SHELVING MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED LEAK AT 4-COMP SINK UNDER SINK ONTO THE FLOOR IN BAKERY PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
NOTED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED TO UPDATE.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2598760 #55-NSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE A CLUTTERED STORAGE CLOSET LOCATED AT THE BAKERY PREP AREA AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND STOCK ITEMS AND EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING (NO MILK CRATES OR SODA PLASTIC CRATES FOR ELEVATION). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 1, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Aug 7, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER OR VALID DOCUMENTATION ON THE PREMISES AND TCS FOODS (DELI MEATS,RAW MEATS) ARE BEING HANDLED AND SERVED TO CUSTOMERS.INSTRUCTED PERSON-IN-CHARGE THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON THE PREMISES AT ALL TIMES WHEN (TCS FOODS)ARE PREPARED,HANDLED, AND/OR SERVED.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY AND POST ORIGINAL CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012,CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE MEAT PREP AREA HANDWASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE WHILE FOOD HANDLERS WERE ACTIVELY HANDLING RAW MEATS.SINK BEING BLOCKED WITH MULTIPLE BOXED STOCK ITEMS.MANAGEMENT REMOVED AT THIS TIME.INSTRUCTED THAT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE A CLUTTERED STORAGE CLOSET LOCATED AT THE BAKERY PREP AREA AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND STOCK ITEMS AND EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING (NO MILK CRATES OR SODA PLASTIC CRATES FOR ELEVATION).
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED APPROX:1/4" INCH GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO THE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE HAND SINK LOCATED AT THE MEAT PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MANTAIN.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.