More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass
Mar 12, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A SMALL LEAK AT PIPE UNDER THE HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP LINE. ALSO WATER IS DRAINING VERY SLOWLY. MUST 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 12, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 13, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 13, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
May 6, 2025
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 6Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE
Inspector’s notes
NOTED FOOD HANDLERS DRINK ON PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO STORE AND CONSUME FOOD AND BEVERAGE IN DESIGNATED AREAS ONLY.
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.
OBSERVED OUTSIDE OF WATER RESEVIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN. NOTED YELLOW SUBTANCE ON SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE 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.
NOTED IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS IN BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER#2: BEANS 44 F, SALSA VERDE 46.3 F, SALSA ROJO 54.0 F, POZOLE 45.3 F, MENUDO 45.6 F. PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROX. 20 LBS VALUED AT $140 PRIORTY VIOLATION#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.
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED PASTOR BASE IN WALK-IN COOLER AND SALSA ROJO COOLING ON KITCHEN PREP TABLE STORED IN A BUCKET THAT PREVIOUSLY HELD DISH SOAP. DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 28 LBS, VALUED AT $50. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
NOTED IMPROPER COLD-HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER#2. AMBIENT AIR RECORDED 45.0 F AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO USE WALK-IN COOLER #1 AND REFRIGERATORS ON SITE AND NOT TO USE TAGGED WALK-IN COOLER #2 UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (CDPH). TAGGED UNIT. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025. 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.
NOTED FOOD HANDLER IN KITCHEN AND PREP AREA WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
NOTED FOOD STORAGE RACKS IN WALK-IN COOLERS WITH MOLD AN FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED REMOVE AND DEEP CLEAN/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 NO COMMERCIAL DUMPSTER ONSITE. REFUSE IS HELD IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMERCIAL DUMPSTER AND CONTRACT WITH LICENSED WASTE MANAGEMENT OPERATOR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 6, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Dec 17, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 23Food source and labeling
Official wording
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO DATE MARKING ON READY TO EAT FOODS SUCH AS RICE, AL PASTOR AND MENUDO. READY-TO-EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD prepared and held in a RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT for more than twenty-four (24) hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the FOOD shall be consumed on the PREMISES, sold, or discarded when held at a temperature of 5ºC (41ºF) or less for a maximum of seven (7) days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. FOOD DISCARDED VOLUNTARILY. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS AT A COST OF $200.00. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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 NUMEROUS OF BOXES STORED ON THE FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT. MUST STORE BOXES AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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 TORN PIECES INSIDE OF THE CHEST FREEZER IN BASEMENT. MUST 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.