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19 inspections
Complaint
Aug 19, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OUTSIDE AREA (REAR HALLWAY) WITH CLUTTER AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE AND ORGANIZE 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED VENTILATION HOOD SYSTEM NOT WORKING AT MAIN PREP LINE. MUST REPAIR HOOD TO PREVENT GREASE OR CONDENSATION FROM COLLECTING ON WALLS AND CEILINGS.
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.
4-201.11 OBSERVED RUBBER GASKETS ON COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
5-205.15 OBSERVED HANDSINK LOCATED IN PREP/DISWASHING AREA SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SYSTEM IN GOOD CONDITION
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.
6-501.114 OBSERVED BOILER/HVAC SPACE LOCATED IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA WITH EXCESSIVE CLUTTER STORED ON FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN PREMISE
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 BURNED OUT BULBS IN BAR AREA AND INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN BASMENT WHERE DRY STORAGE/ICE MACHINE IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE LIGHTING IN SAID AREAS.
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 APPROXIMATELY 5 LIVE LARGE COCKROACHES ON SITE CRAWLING IN PREP AREA FLOOR AND ON EQUIPMENT. NOTED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDTION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2638136 ON JUNE 9, 2026. VIOLATION IS AS FOLLOWS... 6-501.111 OBSERVED 3 LIVE LARGE COCKROACH CRAWLING ON FLOOR IN FRONT PREP UNDER PREP TABLE CONTAINING HOT HOLD UNITS, ON THE WALL IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR COOLING UNIT AND DISHWASHING AREA DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE AND CLEANING AND SANITIZING THE AFFECTED AREAS. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY AS REQUIRED PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-42-090 (A). CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 16, 2026 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Jun 9, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111 OBSERVED 3 LIVE LARGE COCKROACH CRAWLING ON FLOOR IN FRONT PREP UNDER PREP TABLE CONTAINING HOT HOLD UNITS, ON THE WALL IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR COOLING UNIT AND DISHWASHING AREA DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE AND CLEANING AND SANITIZING THE AFFECTED AREA. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. 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.
5-205.15 5-205.15 OBSERVED HANDSINK LOCATED IN PREP/DISWASHING AREA SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SYSTEM IN GOOD CONDITION.
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.
6-501.114 6-501.114 OBSERVED BOILER/HVAC SPACE LOCATED IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA WITH EXCESSIVE CLUTTER STORED ON FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN PREMISE
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 6-303.11 OBSERVED BURNED OUT BULBS IN BAR AREA AND INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN BASMENT WHERE DRY STORAGE/ICE MACHINE IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE LIGHTING IN SAID AREAS.
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.
4-201.11 4-201.11 OBSERVED RUBBER GASKETS ON COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
4-201.11 OBSERVED RUBBER GASKETS ON COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
5-205.15 OBSERVED HANDSINK LOCATED IN PREP/DISWASHING AREA SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SYSTEM IN GOOD CONDITION.
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.
6-501.114 OBSERVED BOILER/HVAC SPACE LOCATED IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA WITH EXCESSIVE CLUTTER STORED ON FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN PREMISE.
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 BURNED OUT BULBS IN BAR AREA AND INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN BASMENT WHERE DRY STORAGE/ICE MACHINE IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE LIGHTING IN SAID AREAS.
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, Apr 23, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 16, 2026
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDSINK IN PLACE FOR HANDWASHING LOCATED IN BASMENT NEXT TO ICE MACHINE.PER PIC ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDWASHING SINK CONNECTED TO CITY'S PLUMBING FULLY SUPPLIED WITH HOT RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND PAPERTOWEL FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. MUST MAINTAIN. 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 THE FOLLOWING COLD TCS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED APPROXIMALTELY 3 LB CHICKEN, 6 LBS MUSHROOM, AND 7 LBS FISH CAKE SLICES, 8 LB KIMCHI, .5 LB SALMON ,4LBS BEEF SAUSAGES, 7 LBS COOKED SWEET POTATOES ALL STORED INSIDE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER WITH COLD HOLD ATTACHED IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA. NOTED TEMPERATURE OF ALL SAID ITEMS RANGING BETWEEN 48F-55F. ALL SAID ITEMS WERE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. TOTAL COST $40.INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL COLD TCS FOODS AT 41F AND BELOW AS REQUIRED. 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 2 LARGE LIVE COCKROACHES DURING TIME OF INSPECTION, CRAWLING ON FLOOR IN FRONT OF 2 DOOR COOLING UNIT WITH COLD HOLD ATTACHED IN REAR PREP AS WELL AS BEHIND BAR COUNTER WHERE CUPS AND MUGS ARE STORED. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE ON PREMISE, MUST ELIMINATE COCKROACH ACTIVITY. 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.
OBSERVED RUBBER GASKETS ON COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN PREP AREA INCLUDING RICE COOKERS, ALL INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR COOLING UNITS, MICROWAVES, HOT HOLD UNITS, PREP TABLES, WOKS, STORED KITCHENWARE WITH SURFACES ACCUMULATED WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE IN ORDER TO PREVENT FEEDING SOURCE FOR PEST.
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 HANDSINK LOCATED IN PREP/DISWASHING AREA SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SYSTEM IN GOOD CONDITION.
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 WOMENS RESTROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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 WORKING INGRDIENTS STORED INSIDE CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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 BURNED OUT BULBS IN BAR AREA AND INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN BASMENT WHERE DRY STORAGE/ICE MACHINE IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE LIGHTING IN SAID AREAS.
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, Apr 16, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Mar 20, 2026
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 20, 2026 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Sep 19, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 19, 2025 · Original Source
Suspected Food Poisoning Re-inspection
Aug 27, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.11: **C** Floors, Walls, and Ceilings- Cleanability OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR GROUT IN DISH AND PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 27, 2025 · Original Source
Suspected Food Poisoning
Aug 20, 2025
Fail
13 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A SILVER PANEL INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE THAT TOUCHED ICE FILLED WITH A PINK AND BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO WASH, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. 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.
NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REACH IN COOLER TO BE IMPROPER: COOKED CURRY FOUND AT 48.9F AND 55.1F. 15 POUNDS OF PEELED GARLIC CONTAINERS WHICH INDICATE KEEP REFRIGERATED AT 41F OR BELOW ON CONTAINERS FOUND IN REAR PREP AND BASEMENT AT 76.8F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 24 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $230.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. 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 FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS. 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.
OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY WITH 3 LIVE ROACHES IN REAR PREP,2 LIVE ROACHES IN BASEMENT ON TOP OF CHEST FREEZERS, NOTED APPROX. 25-35 SMALL BLACK FLIES THROUGHOUT FACILITY DINING ROOM, BAR, REAR PREP, DISH AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS RACKS NOT RAISED 6" OFF FLOOR, INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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 CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON REACH IN COOLERS AND ALUMINUM FOIL USED AS LINER IN FOOD PREP EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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 THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS WITH DEAD FLIES, ALL COOLER UNITS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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 CLUTTER STORED IN BASEMENT IN A STORAGE AREA, IN AC UNIT ROOMS AND IN WASH/DRYER ROOM INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES, ANIMAL CAGES, AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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 A MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN HOOD EXHAUST SYSTEM INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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.
NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2611872 CONDUCTED ON 2/6/25. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (51) 5-204.12 FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ICE MACHINE AT BASEMENT.MUST PROVIDE WHERE IT CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED STAFF PULL ELETRONIC CIGARETTE (VAPE) OUT HER POCKET AND SMOKE VAPE IN REAR PREP DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DISCONTINUE SMOKING IN PROHIBITED AREAS THAT DO NO ADHERE TO THE CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE. "MUST APPEAR IN COURT"
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 20, 2025 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Aug 19, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 19, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Feb 13, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ICE MACHINE AT BASEMENT.MUST PROVIDE WHERE IT CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED.
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, Feb 13, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 6, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
FOUND FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY AT PREMISES.OBSERVED 15 FRUIT FLIES ON WALLS AT KITCHEN AREAS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION.CITATION ISSUED.7-38-020A.MUST NOTIFY PEST CONTROL OPERATOR AND ELIMINATE FLIES.
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.
FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ICE MACHINE AT BASEMENT.MUST PROVIDE WHERE IT CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED.
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.
FOUND WALLS NOT SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT BASEMENT DRY STORAGE.MUST REPAIR.
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 6, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 17, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 17, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 16, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 33Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SEVERAL TCS FOOD ITEMS IN THE KITCHEN AREA 2-DOOR UPRIGHT COOLER STORED COVERED WITH FOOD-GRADE PLASTIC WRAP WHILE COOLING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE TCS FOOD ITEMS UNCOVERED OR LOOSELY-COVERED (IF PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION) WHILE COOLING AND MAINTAIN.
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 5 DEAD COCKROACHES BENEATH EQUIPMENT IN THE BASEMENT AREA: 3 DEAD COCKROACHES BENEATH SHELVES AND MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS ALONG THE WEST BASEMENT WALL, 2 DEAD COCKROACHES BENEATH CHEST FREEZERS NEAR STAIRWELL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD COCKROACHES AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS, AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS FREE OF DEAD INSECTS OR OTHER PESTS.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BOWLS USED AS SCOOPS IN ALL BULK DRY FOOD CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BOWLS AND REPLACE WITH MULTI-USE UTENSILS WITH HANDLES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION WHILE SCOOPING AND MAINTAIN.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED VENTILATION HOOD SYSTEM ABOVE MAIN COOK LINE IN THE KITCHEN AREA MISSING ADEQUATE DRIP PREVENTION, NO GREASE DRIP GUTTERS PROVIDED AND GREASE DEIP BUILD-UP ON SURFACES OF HOOD SYSTEM ABOVE GRILL AND STOVE BURNERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DUCTING OR OTHER COMPONENTS TO ADEQUATELY PREVENT GREASE DRIP ABOVE EXPOSED FOOD, EQUIPMENT, OR UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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, Dec 16, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 9, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK REMOVED FROM THE DISH MACHINE AREA (NEAR UTILITY SINK), AS REFLECTED IN FACILITY. EXISTING PLUMBING CONNECTIONS AND SOAP/PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER STILL PROVIDED ALONG WALL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SINK FOR THIS AREA AND MAINTAIN THE NUMBER OF HANDWASHING SINKS REQUIRED BY LAW AT ALL TIMES. 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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SEVERAL TCS FOOD ITEMS IN THE KITCHEN AREA 2-DOOR UPRIGHT COOLER STORED COVERED WITH FOOD-GRADE PLASTIC WRAP WHILE COOLING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE TCS FOOD ITEMS UNCOVERED OR LOOSELY-COVERED (IF PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION) WHILE COOLING AND MAINTAIN.
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 5 DEAD COCKROACHES BENEATH EQUIPMENT IN THE BASEMENT AREA: 3 DEAD COCKROACHES BENEATH SHELVES AND MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS ALONG THE WEST BASEMENT WALL, 2 DEAD COCKROACHES BENEATH CHEST FREEZERS NEAR STAIRWELL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD COCKROACHES AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS, AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS FREE OF DEAD INSECTS OR OTHER PESTS.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BOWLS USED AS SCOOPS IN ALL BULK DRY FOOD CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BOWLS AND REPLACE WITH MULTI-USE UTENSILS WITH HANDLES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION WHILE SCOOPING AND MAINTAIN.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED VENTILATION HOOD SYSTEM ABOVE MAIN COOK LINE IN THE KITCHEN AREA MISSING ADEQUATE DRIP PREVENTION, NO GREASE DRIP GUTTERS PROVIDED AND GREASE DEIP BUILD-UP ON SURFACES OF HOOD SYSTEM ABOVE GRILL AND STOVE BURNERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DUCTING OR OTHER COMPONENTS TO ADEQUATELY PREVENT GREASE DRIP ABOVE EXPOSED FOOD, EQUIPMENT, OR UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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.