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The full inspection history
8 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 23, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS ITEMS SUCH AS RICE WERE PREPARED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. 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 TORN GASKET ON INTERIOR OF WHITE FREEZER IN REAR PREP AREA AND BATTERY NOT WORKING ON PAPER TOWEL DISPENSOR IN UPSTAIRS TOILET ROOM LOCATED CLOSER TO FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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 CRACKED, BROKEN, AND BOWED TILES ON FLOOR OF FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SUMMARY POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION #2622594 DATED 3/16/2026. LEFT NEW SUMMARY AND INSTRUCTED TO POST FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 23, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 16, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS OF RICE NOT LABELLED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH COMMON NAME.
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 TORN GASKET ON INTERIOR OF WHITE FREEZER IN REAR PREP AREA AND BATTERY NOT WORKING ON PAPER TOWEL DISPENSOR IN UPSTAIRS TOILET ROOM LOCATED CLOSER TO FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL SANITIZER TESTING DEVICES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
OBSERVED OUTDOOR DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND GARBAGE BAGS PILED UP NEXT TO IT AND IN HALLWAY LEADING TO ALLEY. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN DUMPSTER SO THAT LID CLOSES. 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 CRACKED, BROKEN, AND BOWED TILES ON FLOOR OF FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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.
4-501.11: OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKETS ON ALL FOUR DRAWERS OF COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL DAMAGED GASKETS ON ALL FOUR DRAWERS OF COLD HODLING UNIT IN FRONT 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.
5-205.15: OBSERVED NORTHSIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT LEAKING FROM LOWER SHUT OFF KNOBS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR NORTHSIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT 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.
6-501.11: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR HALLWAY OF FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR HALLWAY OF FIRST FLOOR. OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR COVER IN FRONT PREP AREA OF FIRST FLOOR IN BETWEEN HOT HOLDING UNIT AND COLD HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE FLOOR COVER IN FRONT PREP AREA OF FIRST FLOOR IN BETWEEN HOT HOLDING UNIT AND COLD HOLDING UNIT. OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-303.11: OBSERVED NON WORKING LIGHT IN REAR OF BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR NON WORKING LIGHT IN REAR OF BASEMENT PREP AREA NEAR PREP TABLES.
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, Feb 26, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Feb 19, 2025
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT ON PREMISES WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE SHALL BE PRESENT DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION AND SHALL HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION
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
2-101.11: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT ON PREMISES WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE SHALL BE PRESENT DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION AND SHALL HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. 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.
4-501.11: OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKETS ON ALL FOUR DRAWERS OF COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL DAMAGED GASKETS ON ALL FOUR DRAWERS OF COLD HODLING UNIT IN FRONT 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.
5-205.15: OBSERVED NORTHSIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT LEAKING FROM LOWER SHUT OFF KNOBS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR NORTHSIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT 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.
6-501.11: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR HALLWAY OF FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR HALLWAY OF FIRST FLOOR. OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR COVER IN FRONT PREP AREA OF FIRST FLOOR IN BETWEEN HOT HOLDING UNIT AND COLD HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE FLOOR COVER IN FRONT PREP AREA OF FIRST FLOOR IN BETWEEN HOT HOLDING UNIT AND COLD HOLDING UNIT. OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-303.11: OBSERVED NON WORKING LIGHT IN REAR OF BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR NON WORKING LIGHT IN REAR OF BASEMENT PREP AREA NEAR PREP TABLES.
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.
8-404.13(B:4): OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2603323 DATED 09/23/2024 NOT CORRECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. OBSERVED MULTIPLE AREAS OF DAMAGED DOOR GASKET OF WALKIN FREEZER DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE ALL DAMAGED AREAS OF DOOR GASKET ON WALKIN FREEZER DOOR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WATER LEAKING FROM STOPPER OF RINSE COMPARTMENT AND LEAK FROM DRAINPIPE OF SANITIZER COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT. OBSERVED LEFT SIDE FAN OF WALK IN FREEZER CONDENSOR NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE LEFT SIDE FAN OF WALK IN FREEZER CONDENSOR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR AROUND DRAIN ACROSS FROM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY. OBSERVED NO LIGHT BULB IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LIGHT BULB OR REPAIR LIGHT IN WALK IN FREEZER TO INCREASE LIGHT INTENSITY AND MAINTAIN.
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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 19, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 10, 2025
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT ON PREMISES WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE SHALL BE PRESENT DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION AND SHALL HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT ON PREMISES WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE SHALL BE PRESENT DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION AND SHALL HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. 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 DAMAGED GASKETS ON ALL FOUR DRAWERS OF COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL DAMAGED GASKETS ON ALL FOUR DRAWERS OF COLD HODLING UNIT IN FRONT 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CHLORINE TEST KIT ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION OF CHLORINE SANITIZING SOLUTION. 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.
OBSERVED NORTHSIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT LEAKING FROM LOWER SHUT OFF KNOBS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR NORTHSIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT 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 ALL OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS USED FOR TRASH AND RECYCLING OVERFLOWING WITH BAGS AND CARDBOARD AND UNABLE TO BE CLOSED TO PREVENT PEST FROM ENTERING DUMPSTERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TRASH AND RECYCLING SHALL BE STORED SO THAT IT IS INACCESSIBLE TO INSECTS AND RODENTS. 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 STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR HALLWAY OF FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR HALLWAY OF FIRST FLOOR. OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR COVER IN FRONT PREP AREA OF FIRST FLOOR IN BETWEEN HOT HOLDING UNIT AND COLD HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE FLOOR COVER IN FRONT PREP AREA OF FIRST FLOOR IN BETWEEN HOT HOLDING UNIT AND COLD HOLDING UNIT. OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NON WORKING LIGHT IN REAR OF BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR NON WORKING LIGHT IN REAR OF BASEMENT PREP AREA NEAR PREP TABLES.
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 VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2603323 DATED 09/23/2024 NOT CORRECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. OBSERVED MULTIPLE AREAS OF DAMAGED DOOR GASKET OF WALKIN FREEZER DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE ALL DAMAGED AREAS OF DOOR GASKET ON WALKIN FREEZER DOOR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WATER LEAKING FROM STOPPER OF RINSE COMPARTMENT AND LEAK FROM DRAINPIPE OF SANITIZER COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT. OBSERVED LEFT SIDE FAN OF WALK IN FREEZER CONDENSOR NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE LEFT SIDE FAN OF WALK IN FREEZER CONDENSOR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR AROUND DRAIN ACROSS FROM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY. OBSERVED NO LIGHT BULB IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LIGHT BULB OR REPAIR LIGHT IN WALK IN FREEZER TO INCREASE LIGHT INTENSITY AND MAINTAIN.
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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 10, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Sep 23, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
9 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 48.0-51.8F(EGGS IN SHELL 51.8F, CHICKEN 50.2F, PORK 50.2F AND STEAK 48.0F). INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $193 WEIGHING 63LBS. 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.
VARIANCE OBTAINED FOR SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FACILITY NOT MEETING COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS IN FACILITY NOTED FOUND 45LBS OF KIMCHI THAT WAS FERMENTED ON SITE,IN WALK IN COOLER AND COLD HOLDING UNIT DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT DOCUMENTATION AND PROCEDURES MUST BE SUBMITTED AND APPROVED BY CDPH BEFORE PERFORMING SUCH SPECIALIZED FOOD PROCESSES AND MUST BE MAINTAINED. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED KIMCHI(45LBS/($272) BEFORE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION #29
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OBSERVED MULTIPLE AREAS OF DAMAGED DOOR GASKET OF WALKIN FREEZER DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE ALL DAMAGED AREAS OF DOOR GASKET ON WALKIN FREEZER DOOR 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 WATER LEAKING FROM STOPPER OF RINSE COMPARTMENT AND LEAK FROM DRAINPIPE OF SANITIZER COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL LEAKS FROM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK 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 LARGE HOLE IN BASEMENT CEILING ON EASTSIDE OF PREP ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR LARGE HOLE IN BASEMENT CEILING ON EASTSIDE OF PREP ROOM FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY. OBSERVED LEFT SIDE FAN OF WALK IN FREEZER CONDENSOR NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE LEFT SIDE FAN OF WALK IN FREEZER CONDENSOR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR AROUND DRAIN ACROSS FROM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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 NO LIGHT BULB IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LIGHT BULB OR REPAIR LIGHT IN WALK IN FREEZER TO INCREASE LIGHT INTENSITY 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.
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
Inspector’s notes
FOUND 45LBS OF KIMCHI THAT WAS FERMENTED ON SITE,IN WALK IN COOLER AND COLD HOLDING UNIT, WITHOUT CDPH APPROVED HACCP AND VARIANCE. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE SUCH PROCESS UNTIL OBTAINING AN APPROVED HACCP AND VARIANCE FROM THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT, APPROVAL IS REQUIRED BEFORE USING SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED KIMCHI(45LBS/($272) BEFORE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SMALL BLACK TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA USED TO HOLD COLD TCS FOOD AT AN IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 48.7F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON SMALL BLACK TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA. 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.
OBSERVED UNCLOSED LIDS OF OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS USED FOR TRASH AND RECYCLING UP AND NOT PREVENTING PEST FROM ENTERING DUMPSTERS. CORRECTED ON SITE TRASH AND RECYCLING IN DUMPSTERS PUSHED DOWN BEFORE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION, LIDS ON DUMPSTERS ARE CLOSED AND TIGHTLY FITTING AFTER TRASH AND RECYCLING WAS PUSHED DOWN. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 23, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Feb 22, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT ON PREMISES WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE SHALL BE PRESENT DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION AND SHALL HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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
2-101.11: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT ON PREMISES WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE SHALL BE PRESENT DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION AND SHALL HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. 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.
4-501.11: OBSERVRED DAMAGED DOOR GASKET ON RIGHT SIDE BASE OF WALKIN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKET ON WALKIN FREEZER.
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, Feb 22, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 15, 2024
Fail
12 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WHISK IN HANDWASHING SINK IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED DESIGNATED HANDWASHING SINKS ARE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY. CORRECTED ON SITE WHISK REMOVED FROM HANDWASHING SINK. 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.
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
Inspector’s notes
FOUND 32 LBS OF KIMCHI THAT WAS MADE ON SITE WITHOUT APPROVED HACCP AND VARIANCE. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE SUCH PROCESS UNTIL OBTAINING AN APPROVED VARIANCE FROM THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT APPROVAL IS REQUIRED BEFORE USING SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED KIMCHI(32LBS/($95) BEFORE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON PREMISES TO ENSURE ATTAINMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF FOOD TEMPERATURES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 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.
OBSERVED LARGE CLEAR CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT UNDER PREP TABLE WITH BROWN SUGAR AND WHITE SUGAR AND LARGE WHITE CONTAINER WITH RICE IN KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD WHEN FOOD, SPICE OR CONDIMENTS ARE NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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 WASTE WATER FROM DRAIN PIPE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT NEXT TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT DRAINING INTO FLOOR DRAIN PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DRAIN PIPE FROM HANDWASHING SINK NEXT TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FOR PROPER DRAINAGE OF WASTE WATER INTO FLOOR DRAIN.
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 COVERED RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN BASEMENT.
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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT ON PREMISES WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE SHALL BE PRESENT DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION AND SHALL HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT ON PREMISES WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE SHALL BE PRESENT DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION AND SHALL HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. 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.
VARIANCE OBTAINED FOR SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS
Inspector’s notes
FOUND 32 LBS OF KIMCHI THAT WAS MADE ON SITE WITHOUT APPROVED HACCP AND VARIANCE. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE SUCH PROCESS UNTIL OBTAINING AN APPROVED VARIANCE FROM THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT APPROVAL IS REQUIRED BEFORE USING SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED KIMCHI(32LBS/($95) BEFORE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION. REFER TO VIOLATION #29 FOR PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION THAT WAS ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVRED DAMAGED DOOR GASKET ON RIGHT SIDE BASE OF WALKIN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKET ON WALKIN FREEZER.
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 GREASE BUILDUP ON EXTERIOR OF GREASE CONTAINER AND GROUND SURROUNDING GREASE CONTAINER. OBSERVED GREASE CONTAINER OPEN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLOSE GREASE CONTAINER LID. 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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2572469 DATED 03/13/2023 NOT CORRECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. OBSERVED HOLES ON WALL/CEILING IN BASEMENT MOP STORAGE CLOSET. FACILITY MUST SEAL HOLES AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSOEBENT SURFACE. UNNECESSARY ITEMS / NONFUNCTIONAL EQUIPMENT FOUND IN BASEMENT NEAR STAIRCASE AND IN OFFICE CLOSET. THE PREMISES SHALL BE FREE OF ITEMS UNNECESSARY TO THE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THE ESTABLISHMENT. THIS INCLUDES EQUIPMENT THAT IS NONFUNCTIONAL OR NO LONGER USED. LIGHTING WAS FOUND NOT SHIELDED OR PROTECTED IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA AND 1ST FLOOR COOKLINE. LIGHT BULBS SHALL BE SHIELDED, COATED, OR SHATTER-RESISTANT IN AREAS WHERE EXPOSED FOOD, CLEAN EQUIPMENT, UNTENSILS, LINENS, OR UNWRAPPED SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.