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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 22, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP UNDERNEATH THE MAIN ENTRANCE DOORS, MAKING THE DOORS NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF DOORS 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 THE CEILING IN THE GIRL'S TOILET ROOM (ACROSS FROM DOOR #4) IS DAMAGED AND PEELING. INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE AND PAINT. MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE
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 LIGHTING IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHTING 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 22, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 15, 2026
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP UNDERNEATH THE MAIN ENTRANCE DOORS, MAKING THE DOORS NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF DOORS 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 THE CEILING IN THE GIRL'S TOILET ROOM (ACROSS FROM DOOR #4) IS DAMAGED AND PEELING. INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE AND PAINT. MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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 LIGHTING IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHTING 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2613781, DATED 3/14/2025 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: -#47. NEW CUTTING BOARD NEEDED AT PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WHEN WORN AND DISCOLORED. -#51. OBSERVERED LEAKS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, 2 COMP SINK, GARBAGE DISPOSAL AND P-TRP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 NO 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, Apr 15, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 14, 2025
Pass
7 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
LARGE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF PROPER LABELING WITH COMMODITY NAME INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF HOT FOOD AND COLD FOOD STORAGE CABINETS INNEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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.
NEW CUTTING BOARD NEEDED AT PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WHEN WORN AND DISCOLORED
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.
ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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.
OBSERVERED LEAKS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, 2 COMP SINK, GARBAGE DISPOSAL AND P-TRP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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.
FLOORS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF CLESNING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THROUGHOUT UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT
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
ALL AIR VENTS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST AND VENT AND SURROUNDING CEILING AREA INSTRUCTED 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 14, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 13, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: APPROX. 30 DROPPINGS NOTED IN MOP ROOM, 35-40 DROPPINGS NOTED IN DRY STORAGE ROOM, 10-15 DROPPINGS NOTED IN PREP AREA BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND 25-30 DROPPINGS IN DISHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN WITH VACUUM AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) NO 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.
CLEANING NEEDED AT INTERIOR OF STORAGE CABINETS AND SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS.
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.
FAUCETS AT CAFETERIA STAFF DO NOT STAY ON FOR 15 SECONDS DUE TO FAUCETS BEING SENSOR FAUCETS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE WITH MANUAL FAUCETS.
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 RECEPTICLE LEAKING AT BOTTOM OF DUMPSTER. LEAKING SUBSTANCE IS BUILDING UP AND HAS FOUL SMELL. AREA AROUND DUMPSTER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS OF LEAVES, PALLETS AND OTHER TRASH ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN CLEAN AND DRY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B) NO 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.
FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGH OUT PREP AREA, STORAGE AREAS, AND SERVING LINES IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
HAND SOAP DISPENSOR IN MALE CAFETERIA STAFF WASHROOM IN NEED OF REHANGING TO PROPERLY USE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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 SEVERAL LEAKS IN PREP AREA. 2 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH LEAK AT FAUCET, 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH LEAK AT LAST COMPARTMENT. WATER IS FLOWING TO FLOOR. OBSERVED GARBAGE DISPOSAL IN POOR REPAIR. COULD BE AN INSECT BREEDER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CORRECT ALL LEAKS TO ELIMINATE WATER SOURCE FOR RODENTS.
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.