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The full inspection history
3 inspections
Canvass
Oct 15, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BAGELS STORED ON THE TOP SHELF ABOVE PREP COOLER AND CONDIMTENTS HELD AT THE END OF COOKS LINE UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER FOOD ITEMS TO PROTECT FROM POSSIBLE OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION.
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.
MUST REPLACE OR REATTCH MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE MAIN PREP AREA ABOVE PREP TABLES.
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 15, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 23, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION (IN ICED DRINKS) STORED IN BINS WITH NO ADEQUATE DRAINAGE BELOW, WITH THE ICE SITTING IN MELTED WATER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL FOOD ITEMS FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION MUST NOT BE STORED IN UNDRAINED ICE.
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 THE HAND SINK IN THE FRONT COFFEE BAR/SERVICE AREA TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH SPILLAGE BUILD UP AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN HAND SINK AT FRONT COFFEE BAR/SERVICE AREA AND MAINTAIN FREE OF EXCESSIVE SPILLAGE BUILD UP IN CREVICES.
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 HAND SINK DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM HIGH HEAT DISH MACHINE TO HAVE A LEAK IN DRAIN BELOW, CAUSING A DRIP ONTO FLOOR. OBSERVED HAND SINK HOT WATER HANDLE TO BE LEAKING AT FRONT HAND SINK NEXT TO ENTRANCE OF THE SOUTH SIDE PREP AREA FROM THE SEATING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE HAND SINKS AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD 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.
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE BATHROOM IN REAR TO NOT HAVE A SELF CLOSING BATHROOM DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SELF CLOSING BATHROOM DOOR AT EMPLOYEE BATHROOM.
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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT FROM MOST RECENT INSPECTION ON 11/09/2023 POSTED IN PLAIN VIEW OF PUBLIC AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE SUMMARY REPORT IS POSTED AND AVAILABLE IN PLAIN VIEW OF PUBLIC AT ALL TIMES. NEW SUMMARY REPORT PROVIDED AT TIME OF INSPECTION FOR CURRENT INSPECTION. 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, Oct 23, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 9, 2023
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
NOTED HAND WASH SINKS AT THE FOOD PREP AREA INACCESSIBLE WITH A TRASH CAN, BOSS PAN, AND FOOD TRAY RACK IN FRONT OF SINK. ALSO NOTED ANOTHER HAND WASHING SINK WITH KNIVES INSIDE THE SINK. THE MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES REMOVE KNIVES, TRASH CAN, BOSS PAN, AND RACK FROM THE HAND WASH SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL HAND WASH SINKS ACCESSIBLE 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.
NOTED EMPLOYEE USING A WASHCLOTH TO WIPE THE INSIDE OF A WET FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER WITHOUT LETTING IT AIR DRY. INSTRUCTED ALWAYS TO ALLOW FOOD CONTAINERS TO AIR DRY ON A DRYING RACK AFTER EACH WASH. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005
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
NOTED EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS ON SHELVES AT THE DRY STORAGE AND PREP AREA WITH FOOD ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR EMPLOYEES TO STORE THEIR BELONGINGS.
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 CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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.
NOTED EMPLOYEE WHILE WEARING GLOVES PERFORMED THE FOLLOWING:- --WENT TO THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH GLOVES ON AND BACK TO CONTINUE PREPPING FOOD --WIPED HANDS WITH GLOVES ON THE WASH CLOTH AND USED THE WASHCLOTH TO WIPE THE PREP TABLE, ALL WITHOUT CHANGING GLOVES OR WASHING HANDS --WIPED GLOVES ON THE APRON AND PANTS; WIPED THEIR HAT AND CONTINUED PREPPING ALL WITHOUT CHANGING GLOVES OR WASHING HANDS DISCUSSED WITH MANAGEMENT WHILE WEARING GLOVES. THEY MUST BE CHANGED WHEN MOVING FROM ONE PREP AREA TO ANOTHER AND WHEN CHANGING TASK.PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-010. 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.
NOTED DIRTY WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLES AT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WASHCLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION, ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE
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.