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14 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Sep 18, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-602.13 OBSERVED SIDES OF EQUIPMENT IN GRILL CITY FRYER AREA WITH GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RACKS THROUGHOUT VARIOUS WALK IN COOLERS WITH DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MAANGER TO ENSURE ALL RACKS ARE CLEANED.
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.
4-602.13 OBSERVED SIDES OF EQUIPMENT IN GRILL CITY FRYER AREA WITH GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RACKS THROUGHOUT VARIOUS WALK IN COOLERS WITH DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MAANGER TO ENSURE ALL RACKS ARE CLEANED.
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, Sep 18, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Sep 16, 2026
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.112 OBSERVED THE CORPSES OF ROACHES SMASHED AGAINST THE WALL NEAR THE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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.
4-602.13 OBSERVED SIDES OF EQUIPMENT IN GRILL CITY FRYER AREA WITH GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RACKS THROUGHOUT VARIOUS WALK IN COOLERS WITH DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MAANGER TO ENSURE ALL RACKS ARE CLEANED.
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.
6-501.12 OBSERVED FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITH A BUILD UP OF SOIL AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.
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 PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED. REPORT #2642304 DATED SEPTEMBER 4 2026 (#38) INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. OBSERVED 5 LIVE ROACHES IN CAFETERIA AREA INCLUDING UNDER GRIDDLES IN CRISPY TOWN AND GRILL CITY, ON FLOOR NEAR SIZZLE AND NOODLE PARTY, IN SHARED MOP SINK AREA, AND IN SHARED DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ADDRESS PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: CEASE OPERATION IN THESE AREAS, HAVE PREMISES SERVICED BY PEST CONTROL COMAPNY AND ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY. CLEAN AND SANITIZE EQUIPMENT AND SURFACES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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6-501.112 OBSERVED THE CORPSES OF ROACHES SMASHED AGAINST THE WALL NEAR THE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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.
4-602.13 OBSERVED SIDES OF EQUIPMENT IN GRILL CITY FRYER AREA WITH GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RACKS THROUGHOUT VARIOUS WALK IN COOLERS WITH DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MAANGER TO ENSURE ALL RACKS ARE CLEANED.
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.
6-501.12 OBSERVED FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITH A BUILD UP OF SOIL AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.
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 PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED. REPORT #2642304 DATED SEPTEMBER 4 2026 (#38) INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. OBSERVED 5 LIVE ROACHES IN CAFETERIA AREA INCLUDING UNDER GRIDDLES IN CRISPY TOWN AND GRILL CITY, ON FLOOR NEAR SIZZLE AND NOODLE PARTY, IN SHARED MOP SINK AREA, AND IN SHARED DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ADDRESS PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: CEASE OPERATION IN THESE AREAS, HAVE PREMISES SERVICED BY PEST CONTROL COMAPNY AND ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY. CLEAN AND SANITIZE EQUIPMENT AND SURFACES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 16, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Sep 4, 2026
Fail
12 recorded violations
notedCode 15Other
Official wording
FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CONSUMERS SERVING THEMSELVES RAW SEAFOOD FROM SEAFOOD BUFFETT. CONSUMERS WHERE SERVING THEMSELVES ITEMS SUCH AS WHOLE UNCOOKED FISH, SHELLFISH, AND FISH HEADS. 1 CONSUMER OBSERVED PICKING UP FISH ITEM WITH BARE HANDS BEFORE PUTTING DOWN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE CONSUMERS DO NOT SERVE THEMSELVES RAW ANIMAL PRODUCT. MANAGER HAD EMPLOYEE STAND NEAR AREA TO SERVICE CONSUMERS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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OBSERVED ICE MACHINES IN GRILL AREAS/ GRILL CITY WITH BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE BUILT UP ON INTERIOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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.
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FLOOR CLEANER HOOKED UP TO DISH SANITIZER LINE IN GRILL CITY 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. EMPLOYEE WAS UTILIZING FLOOR CLEANER AS SANITIZER FOR DISHES. INSTRUCTED MAANGER TO ENSURE ALL CHEMICALS ARE USED ACCORDING TO MANUFACTERER'S INSTRUCTION AND IN A WAY THAT DOES NOT CREATE A HAZZARD FOR EMPLOYEES OR OTHERS. MANAGER DISCONNECTED FLOOR CLEANER AND WASHED RINSED AND SANITIZED SINK AS WELL AS ALL DISHES THAT WERE WASHED USING FLOOR CLEANER. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-015 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED VACUUM PACKAGING MACHINE ON SITE WITH NO HACCP PLAN. INSTRUCTED MAANGER TO PROVIDE HACCP PLAN FOR VACUUM PACKAGING MACHINE. VACUUM PACKAGING MACHINE TAGGED. PRIORITY FOUDNATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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VARIANCE OBTAINED FOR SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED VACUUM PACKAGING MACHINE ON SITE WITH NO VARIANCE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE VARIANCE FOR VACUUM PACKAGING MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION CONSOLIDATED.
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OBSERVED THE CORPSES OF ROACHES SMASHED AGAINST THE WALL NEAR THE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 TONGS IN SELF SERVICE RAW FISH BUFFETT TO BE KNOCKED OVER WITH HANDLES TOUCH RAW FISH. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE TONGS ARE STORED IN A WAY TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.
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 RACKS THROUGHOUT VARIOUS WALK IN COOLERS WITH DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MAANGER TO ENSURE ALL RACKS ARE CLEANED.
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 OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP ON THE EXTERIOR WTIH GREASE DRIPPING ON THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MAINTAIN OUTSIDE RECEPTACLES IN SUCH A MANNER THAT DOES NOT ATTRACT PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED.
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.
OBSERVED FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITH A BUILD UP OF SOIL AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED VENTILATION SYSTEMS IN GRILL CITY REAR AREA WITH DUST AND GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MAANGER TO CLEAN 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.
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED. REPORT #2629729 DATED JANUARY 14 2026 INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO: #47 REFINISH OR REPLACE STAINED OR DAMAGED CUTTING BOARDS. OBSERVED HEAVILY SCRATCHED IN STAINED CUTTING BOARD IN GRILL CITY AREA OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ADDRESS PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 4, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 14, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
11 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE.
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON THE PREMISES WHILE TCS FOODS (PORK, CHICKEN, RICE, SEAFOOD, ETC.) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. 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
MUST PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA NEXT TO PREP SINK BEHIND CITY GRILL HOT FOODS SECTIONS.
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.
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PREMISES NOT MAINTAINING RECORD KEEPING SYSTEM FOR SHELLSTOCK TAGS. SHELLSTOCK TAGS MUST BE STORED IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER AND KEPT ON SITE FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. PIC AND FOOD EMPLOYEE ORGANIZED AND REVISED SHELLSTOCK TAGS. -COS.
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.
OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN THE DISHWASHING AREA NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING WITH CHLORINE READING 0 PPM. INSTRUCTED TO USE THE 3-COMP SINK TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE ALL DISHES AND UTENSILS UNTIL DISH MACHINE HAS BEEN REPAIRED. PRIORITY VIOLATION, 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED. AUTO-CHLOR ARRIVED ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION TO MAINTANENCE DISH MACHINE. DISH MACHINE IS NOW MAINTAINING 50 PPM. -COS.
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 MULTIPLE DEAD INSECTS ON GLUEBOARDS IN THE PRODUCE ROOM UNDER PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GLUEBOARDS AND CLEAN ALL DEAD INSECTS FROM THE PREMISES.
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 MULTIPLE SCOOPS USED FOR HOT FOOD ITEMS STORED IN DIPPER WELLS WITH STAGNANT WATER IN THE HOT FOODS SECTIONS. INSTUCTED TO PROVIDE RUNNING WATER FOR ALL DIPPER WELLS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CARDBOARD TRAYS IN THE CRISPY TOWN HOT FOOD SECTION STORED FACING UP ON THE PREP TABLE BEHIND HOT HOLDING STATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INVERT ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS TO PROTECT FROM OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION.
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 TORN GASKETS ON THE INSIDE OF THREE DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA BEHIND GRILL CITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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 A LEAK FROM THE PIPE UNDERNEATH HANDWASHING SINK IN THE HOT FOODS DISHWASHING AREA, AND A SLOW DRAINAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE GRILL CITY FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BOTH HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN. PLUMBER ARRIVED ON SITE AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION AND SINKS WERE REPAIRED.-COS.
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 ALL WASTECANS INSIDE OF THE WOMENS CUSTOMER RESTROOM WITHOUT A LID. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WASTECNAS WITH LIDS FOR FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS.
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, Jan 14, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Dec 22, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HEAVY LEAK AT DRAIM PLUMBING BENEATH 4-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE MEAT AND SEAFOOD PREPARATION AREA. PEST CONTROL REPORT DATED 12/15/2025 NOTED STANDING WATER BENEATH PLUMBING FIXTURES AND RECOMMENDED TO ELIMINATE PLUMBING LEAKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE MEAT AND SEAFOOD AREA 4-COMPARTMENT SINK DRAIN PLUMBING TO ELIMINATE LEAK AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES 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, Dec 22, 2025 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Dec 15, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING THE INSPECTION DOES NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED THROUGHOUT THE VARIOUS HOT FOOD KIOSKS. 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.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 RAT DROPPINGS IN THE MEAT AND FISH AREA AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS. ALONG THE BASEBOARDS UNDER PREP TABLES, AND ON SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE FRONT PREP. UNDER THE MEAT PREP CUTTING TABLES IN REAR AREA AND IN THE WALK-IN COOLER UNDER BULK RAW BOXED MEAT. LAST PEST SERVICE REPORT DATED 12-3-25. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL RAT DROPPING FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS, SANITIZE ALL AREAS. RECOMMEND HAVING PEST CONTROL SERVICE FOR RATS BEFORE RE-INSPECTION DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 15, 2025 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Dec 9, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 9, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jun 27, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 27, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jun 24, 2025
Fail
1 recorded violation
notedCode 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM JUNE 13,2025; REPORT #26119212 #38) 6-501.111: STILL WE OBSERVED SMALL FLIES AT STORAGE AREA ON WALLS AND BOXES STORED ON SHELVES.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. REMOVE MOLDED AND ROTTEN FOODS ON FLOORS AND SHELVES. CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO SERVICE PREMISES AGAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-020(A). #54) 5-501.15: REAR OUTSIDE GARBAGE AND WASTE GREASE AREAS NOT MAINTAINED. LITTER AND DEBRIS AROUND BOTH CONTAINERS. SPILLED GREASE ON EXTERIOR OF CONTAINERS AND GROUND AROUND WASTE GREASE CONTAINERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OUTSIDE GARBAGE AND WASTE GREASE AREAS, KEEP CONTAINER LIDS CLOSED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B). TODAY WE OBSERVED GREASE ON CEMENT GROUND. MUST SCRAPE ALL EXCESS ENCRUSTED LAYER OF SOLID/MELTED GREASE AROUND GREASE CONTAINERS.ALSO CLEAN EXTERIOR OF GREASE CONTAINERS. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED
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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 24, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jun 13, 2025
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR RACKS OF REACH IN COOLERS IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE WITH MINERAL DEPOSITS IN THE REAR FISH PREP AREA.
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.
WE OBSERVED TCS FOODS STORED AT HOT HOLDING UNITS IN SERVING AREA AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: CHICKEN ADOBO AT 125.8F, VEGGIE STEW AT 128.6F, BEEF STEW AT 125,7F, EGG ROLL AT 110.6F, MUNG BEAN DESSERT AT 120.4F, FRIED EGGPLANT AT 112.4F,FISH SOUP AT 113.8F. FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY THE MANAGER. TOTAL WEIGHT 60 LBS, TOTAL VALUE $480.00 HOT FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 135F AND ABOVE. NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOG PROVIDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
WE OBSERVED TCS COLD FOODS STORED AT COLD UNITS BY THE FISH AREA IN SELLING AREA AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE:3EACH CUT FRESH FRUIT SALADS IN CONTAINERS AT TEMP OF 52.8F; 4 EACH LACHE FLAN AT TEMP OF 51.4F; 4 PIECES OF SIOPAO ASADO AT TEMP OF 52.8F; 17 EACH OF BUKO PANDAN AT TEMP OF 55.4F; 47 TRAYS OF IRENE PUTO CALASIAO AT TEMP OF 52.8F TO 55.8F; 7 TRAYS SARI SARI PICHI PICHI PANDANMN AT TEMP OF 55.9F. COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 41F AND BELOW. PRODUCTS DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY EMPLOYEES. POUNDS 350.VALUE 1.200 PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005,CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
HOT HOLDING UNIT AT IMPROPER TEMERATURE: HOT WATER AT STEAM TABLE AT TEMP OF 110F AND HOT UNIT BY THE FISH AREA AT TEMP OF 97.8F.BOTH UNITS TCS FOODS WERE STORED IN IT. HOT HOLDING UNITS MUST MAINTAIN 135F AND ABOVE. COLD UNIT BY THE FISH AREA AT TEMP OF 50.6F TO 52.1F. IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. COLD UNITS MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 41F AND BELOW. BOTH UNITS TAGGED "HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OVER TWO HUNDRED RAT DROPPINGS AT REAR FOOD AND NON-FOOD STORAGE AREA:ON SHELVES AND UNDER SHELVES, CARDBOARDS.ALONG BASEBOARD WALLS AND BY THE MOP SINK. RAT DROPPINGS ON WOOD PALLETS AND BETWEEN THEM;PRESENTLY NO GNAWED FOOD WAS OBSERVED. OVER 100 SMALL FLIES LOCATED ON SHELF,BOXES AND FLOORS BY THE REAR DOOR. RAT DROPPINGS ON WOOD PALLETS AND BETWEEN THEM; SMALL FLIES WAS OBSERVED AT WEST SITE OF STORAGE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.REMOVE MOLDED,AND RATTEN FOODS ON FLOORS AND SHELVES. CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO SERVICE AGAIN PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-020(A).CITATION ISSUED
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.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF DISHMACHINE WITH GREASE ACCUMULATION IN REAR PREP/KITCHEN AREA.
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.
TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE MUST BE COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LID/COVER FOR TRASH BIN INSIDE THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM.
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.
REAR OUTSIDE GARBAGE AND WASTE GREASE AREAS NOT MAINTAINED. LIDS ON GARBAGE DUMPSTER AND WASTE GREASE CONTAINERS OPEN. LITTER AND DEBRIS AROUND BOTH CONTAINERS. SPILLED GREASE ON EXTERIOR AND GROUND AROUND WASTE GREASE CONTAINER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OUTSIDE GARBAGE AND WASTE GREASE AREAS, KEEP CONTAINER LIDS CLOSED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B).CITATION ISSUED
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.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT REAR DRY STORAGE AREA, UNDER SHELVES ESPECIALLY BEHIND AND AROUND BAILER.
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 13, 2025 · Original Source
Recent Inspection
Apr 18, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (FISH, PORK, CHICKEN) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 18, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 1, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO ONE ON SITE WITH A CURRENT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE. OBSERVED NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE TIME TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED FOODS INCLUDING CHICKEN AND SHRIMP ARE COOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012
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, Apr 1, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Aug 29, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED UNUSED FRYERS, REFRIGERATION AND HOT HOLDING UNIT IN AREA NOT CURRENTLY BEING USED. ALL EQIPMENT NO LONGER IN USE MUST BE CLEANED AND MAINTAINED AND STORED IN A WAY THAT DOES NOT CAUSE A PEST CONCERN.
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 FLOORS IN COOKING AREA CONTAINING UNUSED FRYERS AND UNUSED EQUPMENT UNCLEAN. CLEAN ALL FLOORS UNDER UNUSED EQUIPMENT 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, Aug 29, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Sep 27, 2023
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FLOOR TILES WITH LOW GROUT/FLOOR TILES CRACKED AT GRILL CITY PREP AREA AND AT MEAT PREP AREA. MUST REGROUT/REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES.
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.