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The full inspection history
3 inspections
License Re-Inspection
Mar 4, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES FOR EACH EMPLOYEE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 4, 2026 · Original Source
License
Feb 24, 2026
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ENROLLMENT FOR THE FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CLASS OR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ENROLLMENT OR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 NO 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.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES FOR EACH EMPLOYEE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO 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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP SUPPLIES ON PREMISES TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRCUTED TO PROVIDE ALL SUPPLIES LISTED ON THE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA OF FACILITY. MUST OBTAIN AND INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK UNDER CITY WATER PRESSURE HOT AND COLD WATER. EQUIPPED WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). NO 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.
OBSERVED NO METAL STEAM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES ON PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SINK STOPPERS FOR THE WARE WASHING AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS 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.
OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED BEHIND COFFEE FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED ABOVE THAT BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MUST BE LOCATED SO THAT CAN BE SERVICE 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.
OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP CONNECTED TO THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL OR SHOW LOCATION OF GREASE TRAP OR INTERCEPTOR.
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.
OBSERVED BOTH UNISEX CUSTOMERS AND EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOMS WITH DOORS WITHOUT SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A CLOSING DOOR DEVICE.
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 LARGE OPENING INTO WALL NEXT TO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST SEAL OPENING AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST REPAINT 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.