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The full inspection history
6 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Aug 17, 2026
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15 OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR THAT LEADS TO THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER UNABLE TO CLOSE PROPERLY AND IS MAINTAINED OPEN DUE TO THE DOOR BEING DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND ALWAYS CLOSE ALL OUTER OPENINGS PROPERLY TO AVOID POSSIBLE PEST ENTRY.
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.
4-101.19 OBSERVED GASKETS LOOSE ON THE DOORS OF THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN THE FRONT CUSTOMER SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
4-601.11 OBSERVED LOWER STORAGE SHELVES FOR EQUIPMENT WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
5-205.15 OBSERVED A LEAK ON A PIPE THAT IS LOCATED AT THE BOTTOM OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
6-201.11 OBSERVED A WALL IN POOR REPAIR BEHIND THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATED BEHIND THE CUSTOMER SERVICE COUNTER IN THE CUSTOMER CAFETERIA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALL AND REPLACE COVING. 6-501.12 OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON THE FLOOR IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS.
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 17, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 10, 2026
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
4-501.114 OBSERVED THE SANITIZING CONCENTRATION AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT 0PPM OF QUATERNARY AMMONIUM AND DISHES BEING WASHED AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS PROPERLY SET UP THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025.
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.
6-202.15 OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR THAT LEADS TO THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER UNABLE TO CLOSE PROPERLY AND IS MAINTAINED OPEN DUE TO THE DOOR BEING DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND ALWAYS CLOSE ALL OUTER OPENINGS PROPERLY TO AVOID POSSIBLE PEST ENTRY.
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.
4-101.19 OBSERVED GASKETS LOOSE ON THE DOORS OF THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN THE FRONT CUSTOMER SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
4-501.19 OBSERVED THE WASH AND RINSE TEMPERATURE AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK ONLY REACHING 100F AND DISHES BEING WASHED AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAINTAIN 110F AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT ALL TIMES FOR ADEQUATE WASHING AND RINSING OF UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MAY NOT BE USED. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025.
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.
4-601.11 OBSERVED LOWER STORAGE SHELVES FOR EQUIPMENT WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
5-205.15 OBSERVED A LEAK ON A PIPE THAT IS LOCATED AT THE BOTTOM OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
6-501.12 OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON THE FLOOR IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS.
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 10, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Aug 4, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 28Chemicals
Official wording
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
Inspector’s notes
ALL PERSONAL ARTICLES MUST BE STORED IN A PERSONAL STORAGE AREA NOT IN PREP, DISH OR SERVICE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LOCKERS OR PERSONAL AREAS FOR STORAGE CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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.
OBSERVED LEAK AT PIPE UNDERNEATH AT HANDSINK BEHIND CAFETERIA LINE, LEAK AT 3-COMP SINK AT SANITIZING SINK, AND LEAK AT DISH MACHINE.
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, Aug 4, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 23, 2025
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LEAK AT PIPE UNDERNEATH AT HANDSINK BEHIND CAFETERIA LINE, LEAK AT 3-COMP SINK AT SANITIZING SINK, AND LEAK AT DISH MACHINE.
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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT PROOF OF FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT TRAINING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE.
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 FACILITY WITHOUT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ONSITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED ALONG WITH THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS ARE HELD. VOIDED COPY OF CERTIFICATE WAS PROVIDED.INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED 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.
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
Inspector’s notes
ALL PERSONAL ARTICLES MUST BE STORED IN A PERSONAL STORAGE AREA NOT IN PREP, DISH OR SERVICE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LOCKERS OR PERSONAL AREAS FOR STORAGE CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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.
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY IN CAFETERIA. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20-30 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON ALL SHELVING UNDER CAFETERIA COUNTER AND IN DRAWERS OF COUNTER. OBSERVED 15-20 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE REACH IN BEHIND GARBAGE. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND AND ON LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE WHERE THE MICROWAVE IS STORED IN CAFETERRIA. OBSERVED ABOUT 50-60 ANTS ON FLOOR NEXT TO COOKING EQUIPMENT. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5-7 FRUIT FLIES IN CAFETERIA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ANTS, FRUIT FLIES, AND ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2593568 ON 4-29-24 VIOLATION #47- COOKING EQUIPMENT SUCH AS STOVES, STEAMERS, OVENS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS, AND FOOD SPLATTER ON THE SIDES AND IN BETWEEN THE UNITS. VIOLATION #49 OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNITS WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF DIRT, SPILLAGE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS. VIOLATION #55 OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS IN THE CORNERS, UNDER COOKING AND NONCOOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE INSECT AND OR PEST HARBORAGE. VIOLATION #55 OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING SURFACES IN DISH WASHING AREA AND DAMAGED WALL SURFACES IN FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ALL PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 23, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 6, 2024
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A SMALL HOLE IN THE LOWER PART OF THE FAUCET HEAD OF THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED TO THE RIGHT OF THE THREE DOOR UPRIGHT FREEZER SPRAYING WATER WHEN TURNED ON. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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 A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS IN THE CORNERS, UNDER COOKING AND NONCOOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE INSECT AND OR 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.
OBSERVED PACKAGED DESSERTS DISPLAYED FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE AND NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL PAKAGED ITEMS WITH BUSINESS NAME, INGREDIENTS, ALLERGENS, ETC
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 COOKING EQUIPMENT SUCH AS STOVES, STEAMERS, OVENS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD SPLATTER ON THE SIDES AND IN BETWEEN THE UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AS NEEDED TO PREVENT POSSIBLITY OF PEST AND OR INSECT ISSUES.
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 INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNITS WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF DIRT, SPILLAGE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS 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, May 6, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 29, 2024
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED APPROX 15 MOUSE DROPPINGS LOCATED ALONG THE WALL BEHIND THE DOUBLE DOOR UNIT IN THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA. ANOTHER 10 DROPPINGS UNDER THE CABINET AT THE SAME LOCATION, ALSO NOTED ANOTHER 10 DROPPINGS LOCATED ON THE FLOOR OF THE ELECTRICAL ROOM IN THE SEATING AREA OF THE FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS, CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND HAVE A SERVICE WITH PROOF OF SERVICE REPORT BEFORE THE RETURN DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORTIY 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 THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNITS WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF DIRT, SPILLAGE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS 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.
OBSERVED A SMALL HOLE IN THE LOWER PART OF THE FAUCET HEAD OF THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED TO THE RIGHT OF THE THREE DOOR UPRIGHT FREEZER SPRAYING WATER WHEN TURNED ON. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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 A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS IN THE CORNERS, UNDER COOKING AND NONCOOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE INSECT AND OR 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 HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISIONS AT MULTIPLE HAND WASHING STATIONS TRHOUGHOUT THE FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES TO ASSURE PROPER HAND WASHING. 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.
OBSERVED PAKAGED DESSERTS DISPLAYED FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE AND NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL PAKAGED ITEMS WITH BUSINESS NAME, INGREDIENTS, ALLERGENS, ETC
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 COOKING EQUIPMENT SUCH AS STOVES, STEAMERS, OVENS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD SPLATTER ON THE SIDES AND IN BETWEEN THE UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AS NEEDED TO PREVENT POSSIBLITY OF PEST AND OR INSECT ISSUES.
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 THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE GAUGE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF MAKING SURE OF PROPER FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE WHILE SANITIZING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS. 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 PREVIOUS VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2574033 ON 4-11-23:38- A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF DELIVERY DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY. VIOLATION #55 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING & CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS PREP,DISH WASHING,CHEMICAL STORAGE AND WHERE NEEDED. VIOLATION #56 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES , DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND LOOSE WALL BASES,MISSING WALL TILES ON SERVING LINE,DINING AREA,FOOD PREP AREAS.MUST GROUT FLOOR NEAR ICE MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITAION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.