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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass
Jul 9, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOUR BATHROOMS TO BE WITHOUT A SIGN INDICATING TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN AT ALL HAND SINKS.
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 VARIOUS SCOOPS IN DRY STORAGE BINS THROUGHOUT THE SOUTH SIDE BASEMENT PREP AREA AND THE UPSTAIRS TIED HOUSE KITCHEN PREP TO BE STORED WITH HANDLES IN CONTACT WITH FOOD ITEMS IN BINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL SCOOPS SO THAT HANDLES ARE NOT IN CONTACT WITH FOOD ITEMS.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED COLD WATER HANDLE MISSING IN THE MEN'S BATHROOM IMMEDIATLEY NEXT TO BAR/DOOR TO BASEMENT OF SCHUBA'S. HOT WATER IS STILL AVAILABLE, AND HAND WASHING SINK IS STILL ABLE TO BE USED. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 9, 2025 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Jun 20, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 20, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 7, 2024
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE BINS AND DRY GOODS STORED BENEATH UNPROTECTED/NOT SHIELDED WASTEWATER AND SEWER LINES IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT OF THE TIED HOUSE SIDE OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHIELDING OR MOVE ALL FOOD ITEMS AND STORAGE BINS FROM BELOW ANY UNPROTECTED SEWER AND WASTEWATER LINES IN BASEMENT.
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 TWO (2) GASKETS ON TWO (2) DRAWERS OF REACH IN COOLERS IN THE MAIN PREPARATION AREA IN KITCHEN ACROSS FROM FLAT TOP AND BURNERS. COOLER DOORS ARE NOT TIGHT SEALING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL GASKETS TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL.
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 NO TRASH CAN WITH LID IN THE RIGHT SIDE ALL GENDER RESTROOM ON TIED HOUSE SIDE OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TRASH CAN WITH LID.
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 APPROXIMATELY 30 DEAD MOTH FLIES ON THE FLOOR IN THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE DRY STORAGE ROOM IN THE BASEMENT OF THE TIED HOUSE SIDE OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA FREE OF ANY DEAD INSECTS.
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 FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS STORED BENEATH UNPROTECTED/NOT SHIELDED WASTEWATER AND SEWER LINES IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT OF THE TIED HOUSE SIDE OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHIELDING OR MOVE ALL FOOD ITEMS AND STORAGE BINS FROM BELOW ANY UNPROTECTED SEWER AND WASTEWATER LINES.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED SMALL LEAK FROM DRAIN PIPE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE HAND SINK AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 7, 2024 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Jul 26, 2024
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 26, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 16, 2023
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 14Food source and labeling
Official wording
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
Inspector’s notes
NO SHELLFISH TAG WAS PROVIDED FOR 33 POUNDS OF FRESH MUSSELS STORED INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. ALSO MUST DATE WHEN THE LAST BATCH OF MUSSELS IS CONSUMED ON THE SAID TAG. MUSSELS DISCARDED AND DENATURED.POUND 33, VALUE 105.INSTRUCTED TO HOLD TAGS ON SITE ON ALL OTHER FUTURE PURCHASES. ALL SHELLFISH TAGS MUST BE RETAINED FOR A MINIMUM OF 90 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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.
RUSTED LIDS AT GREASE TRAP UNDER THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND RESTORE TO A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE OR 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.
DEBRIS AND FOOD PARTICLES INSIDE THE OVENS.CLEAN 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.
THE STAFF WASHROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF-CLOSING.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ISSUE
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.
DEBRIS, FOOD, AND GREASE ON FLOORS: BAR AREA, KITCHEN(UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT), DISHROOM, AND BEHIND GREASE TRAP UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS,1ST FLOOR.CLEAN 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.