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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Canvass
Mar 18, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SOME BEVERAGE ITEMS ON THE FLOOR OF THE BEVERAGE WALK-IN COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS FROM THE FLOOR 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.
OBSERVED DUST ON THE FAN COVERS IN THE REAR WALK-IN COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE DUST. OBSERVED DUST ON THE VENT FAN IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TO REMOVE DUST. OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE REAR WALK-IN COOLER UNDER THE MILK ITEMS IN NEED OF CLEANING; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WHERE NEEDED.
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, Mar 18, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 16, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15: OBSERVED TWO LEAKS FROM THE UNIT ABOVE THE MOP SINK IN THE TOIELT ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-303.11: OBSERVED IN THE TOILET ROOM AND ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH BLOWN OUT LIGHTS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT POSTED FROM 04/09/2025 REPORT #2615433. INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED ON SITE WAS FROM 02/06/2024 BEHIND A MONITOR BLOCKING THE VIEW. ISSUED NEW SUMMARY REPORT AND POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B), 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 16, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 9, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TWO LEAKS FROM THE UNIT ABOVE THE MOP SINK IN THE TOIELT ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IN THE TOILET ROOM AND ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH BLOWN OUT LIGHTS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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 NOT CORRECTED FROM 02/06/2024, REPORT #2589195 #36: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN COLD HOLDING UNITS WITH TCS FOODS (BLOCKS OF CHEESE, MILK, DELI MEAT) STORED INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #48: OBSERVED ONE SINK STOPPER MISSING FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #53: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX (EMPLOYEE) WASHROOM; MUST PROVIDE A COVER FOR WASTE RECEPTACLE FOR DISPOSAL OF FEMININE PRODUCTS. #55: OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER THE FLOOR MAT IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA WITH DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SAID FLOOR AND FLOOR MAT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX (EMPLOYEE) WASHROOM; MUST PROVIDE A COVER FOR WASTE RECEPTACLE FOR DISPOSAL OF FEMININE 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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE, WHILE OPEN AND OERATING. INSTRUCTED A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. 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 NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN COLD HOLDING UNITS WITH TCS FOODS (BLOCKS OF CHEESE, MILK, DELI MEAT) STORED INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
OBSERVED ONE FOOD HANDLER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST HAVE ON PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS (BASEBALL CAPS AND HAIR NETS) WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ONE SINK STOPPER MISSING FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. 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 THE FLOORS UNDER THE FLOOR MAT IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA WITH DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SAID FLOOR AND FLOOR MAT 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.