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6 inspections
Canvass
Oct 22, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE ICE BIN INTERIOR IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN AND 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.
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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 BROKEN COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR PROPER DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS IN ALL-GENDER WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE.
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, Oct 22, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 19, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
9 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS. RAW PORK MARINATING IN A BIG BOWL ON THE FLOOR UNDER FOOD PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP/ DISHWASHING AREA (64.5F), RAW MARINATING QUAIL IN WALK-IN COOLER (59.9F), CONTAINERS OF WHOLE DUCKS FOUND IN WALK-IN FREEZER (62.4F-68.0F). APPROXIMATELY 210LBS AT $455 WORTH OF PRODUCT DISCARDED. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW PRIORITY 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 NO LABELS ON THE DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA ACROSS FROM THE WOK STATION. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL 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
OBSERVED A BIG BOWL OF RAW PORK MARINATING ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/ DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOOD ITEMS ON THE FLOOR AND ATLEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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 A MISSING SLIDING DOOR FOR THE HOT HOLDING UNIT IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MISSING DOOR TO ENSURE UNIT STAYS HOT 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 SHELVES IN THE FRONT HOT FOOD PREP/SERVICE AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING AND THE OUTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE UNDER THE SERVICE COUNTER AT THE HOT FOOD PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING.INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED THE PIPE UNDER THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/ FOOD PREP AREA LEAKING. 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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER CONVEYING OF SEWAGE AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, USED FOR WARE WASHING. WHEN RINSE BASIN WAS DRAINED WATER BACKED UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN AND BEGAN POOLING ON THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE OF REQUIREMENTS OF CONVEYING SEWAGE. EMPLOYEES WERE ABLE REPAIR SINK BEFORE THE CONCLUSION OF THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
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 CARDBOARD BOXES BEING USED ON THE FLOORS IN THE REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPLACE WITH NON-SLIP MATS 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 19, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Aug 12, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 12, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 6, 2024
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK BEHIND THE BUTCHER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ONE LIGHT BULB MISSING IN THE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN ORDER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE, WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE 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 IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS ON SITE. 21 DOZEN ORGANIC, CAGE FREE, AND BROWN EGGS AT 60-63.0F, FOUND IN THE DISPLAY COOLER IN THE SHOPPING AISLE. APPROXIMATELY 10-15 WHOLE DUCKS FOUND AT 58-55.0F IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. ALSO FOUND APPROXIMATELY 6 EGGS OUT OF TEMPERATURE IN THE WALK-IN COOLER IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA AT 51.0F. RAW PORK NECK IN THE COLD HOLDING UNIT IN THE BUTCHER AREA AT 50.0F. MANAGER DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 35LBS AT $275 WORTH OF PRODUCT. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. PRIORITY 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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF REFRIGERATOR AT 67.0F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE FOR SALE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS PLACED ON UNIT. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNITS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. PRIORITY 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 MICE INFESTATION. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 25-35 SMALL FLIES, 5 BIG FLIES AND 1,000 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. THE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY WAS OBSERVED ON THE WALLS IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WHERE THE HOT FOOD IS PREPARED AND SERVED, IN THE SHOPPING AISLES, AND IN THE TOILET ROOM ON SITE. THE BIG FLIES WERE OBSERVED FLYING THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. THE MICE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: IN THE SHOPPING AISLES: ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE COLD HOLDING UNITS, ON THE SHELVES WHERE PRODUCT IS STORED THROUGHOUT, INSIDE THE BOXES AND BINS WHERE PRODUCT IS ON DISPLAY, ON THE FLOORS BEHIND COLD HOLD HOLDING UNITS AND IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA. IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA: ON THE SHELVES UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLES, IN THE COMPARTMENTS UNDER THE SERVICE COUNTER AND HOT HOLDING UNIT, ON THE FLOORS IN THE MENTIONED AREA. IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA: ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE SHELVES AND SURROUNDING THE ICE MACHINE. IN THE STORAGE CLOSETS NEAR THE REAR EXIT DOOR. IN THE HALLWAY, ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE SHELVING UNIT WHERE BAGS OF SUGAR AND BOXES OF PRODUCT ARE STORED. IN THE BUTCHER AREA THROUGHOUT. ALSO, OBSERVED MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE STORAGE UNIT AND ON THE SHELVING UNITS INSIDE THE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY, REMOVE MICE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY 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 OUTERIOR AND INTERIOR ALL COOKING AND COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT AND SHELVES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY INCLUDING THE SHOPPING AISLES IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED THE FLOORS, WALLS, AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN NEED OF CLEANING. ESPECIALLY IN THE WALK-IN COOLER IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA (ANIMAL FLUID AND OLD DIRT BUILD UP) AND UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS UNDER IN THE HALLWAYS ACROSS FROM THE STORAGE CLOSETS.
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 6, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Dec 6, 2023
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 6, 2023 · Original Source
Complaint
Nov 30, 2023
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE(EXPIRED). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT VALID ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS WELL AS CERTIFIED MANAGER IS REQUIRED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED (DUCK, PORK). PRIORITY FOUNDATION #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 MISSING AND DAMAGED TILE ON FLOOR, AS WELL AS MISSING AND WATER DAMAGED TILE IN CEILING THROUGHOUT AISLES, REAR PREP, AND BUTCHERING AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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 CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2570334 DATED:1/27/2023 NOT CORRECTED AS FOLLOWS; #47 OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE BUTCHER AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING AND/OR REPLACING DUE TO DEEP GROOVES; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN BOARDS AND REPLACE THOSE THAT NEED REPLACING. #49 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: STORAGE SHELVES, INSIDE OF BEVERAGE REFRIGERATION UNIT ON SELLING FLOOR, BUTCHER WALK-IN COOLER. #51 OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE PIPE UNDERNEATH THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE BUTCHER AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AT THE PIPE. #55 OBSERVED STORAGE AREA CLUTTERED AND AREA BY REAR EXIT DOOR CLUTTER WITH BOXES; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS IN BOTH AREAS TO AVOID CLUTTER AND PREVENT POSSIBLE RODENT HARBORAGE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO BRING ALL PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS INTO COMPLIANCE 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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON ON SITE WITH FOODSERVICE SAFETY MANAGER TRAINING.
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGN IN RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HANDWASHING SIGNAGE.
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 OVER 1,000 MOUSE DROPPING IN FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: UNDER HANDSINK IN BUTCHER AREA, BEHIND BOXES AND EQUIPMENT IN BUTCHER AREA, ON SHELVING IN ALL AISLE OF STORE (UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND STORED BOXES), UNDER AND ON SHELVING IN REAR PREP ROOM, ON FLOOR BETWEEN COLD HOLD UNITS ON SALES FLOOR, IN HALLWAY UNDER SHELVING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS, SANITIZE ALL AREAS, AND INFORM PEST CONTROL SERVICE OF NEED FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICING. PRIORITY 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.