OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED BASEBOARDS ALONG BOTTOM OF WALLS IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR/ENCLOSE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 4, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
May 28, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (WITH GREEN AND RED SALSA) WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 FOOD ITEMS IN PREP AREA, HOT HOLDING AND FOOD STORED IN WALK-IN FREEZER WITH CONTAINERS UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE LIDS AND/OR COVERS.
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 FOOD ITEMS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS/CONTAINERS FOR FOOD STORAGE.
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 MINOR DRAINPIPE LEAK UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK NEAR THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DIRTY VENT IN THE MEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 28, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 17, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
LIGHT OUT IN PREP AREA. INSTD TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.