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The full inspection history
7 inspections
Canvass
Jul 8, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
2 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 CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY/ SITE AS REQUIRED WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVERD. INSTRUCTED THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED. 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 VARIOUS TCS FOODS IN THE FRONT PREP/SERVICE COOLER AT IMPROPER INTERIOR TEMPERATURES SUCH AS: 1LBS OF TUNA AT 54.6f, 1LBS OF CHICKEN AT 54.5F, 2LBS OF CHOP STEAK AT 47.8F, 2LBS OF DICE CHICKEN AT 52.1F, 3LBS OF SHREDDED CHICKEN AT 47.4F, 1LBS OF ROAST BEEF AT 57.0F, 3LBS OF SLICE TURKEY AT 47.8F, 3 LBS OF SLICE HAM AT 56.4F AND 2LBS OF SALAMI AT 56.9F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPX. 18LBS OF FOOD AT $550. PRIORITY VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-005.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 8, 2026 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Nov 7, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 7, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
May 20, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT FRONT HAND SINK NEXT TO MEAT SLICER OR REMOVE MEAT SLICER FROM AREA.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN CORNER AREAS AROUND AND UNDER EQUIPMENT 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, May 20, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 29, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
8 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF TCS READY TO EAT FOODS SUCH AS 15LBS. SHREEDED LETTUCE-45.1F-45.5F AND 5LBS.SPINACH-45.9F-48.7F ON COLD HOLDING LINE AND IN WALK IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 20LBS. $20.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(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.
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE(SQUEEZE BOTTLES & SHAKERS)
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
MUST STORE BOXES OFF OF FLOOR IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA AND STORE PROPERLY ON SHELVING UNITS.
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 CLEAN DEBRIS FROM COUNTER TOPS UNDERNEATH OVENS,LOWER CABINET AT SODA STATION IN LOBBY.
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.
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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 FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR NEW EMPLOYEE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 FOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR NEW FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 29, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Nov 19, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN SPILLAGE FROM SODA CADDY.
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.
MUST REMOVE TAPE WRAPPED AROUND FLOOR DRAIN PIPES OF HAND SINK & 3- COMP SINK,OVERHEAD TRIM AND 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 19, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Nov 12, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 28Chemicals
Official wording
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SEVERAL FLY STRIPS HANGING FROM THE CEILING THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES MUST BE REMOVED AND MAINTAINED.
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 APPX. 12 OR MORE LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON THE TOPSIDE OF THE COLD HOLDING UNIT, ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE SAME UNIT, ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE OVEN, AND INSIDE THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER. ALSO EVIDENCE OF APPX. 5-7 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON ONION ON FLOOR UNDER REACH IN FREEZER. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 11/12/24.(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.
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.
MUST REMOVE TAPE WRAPPED AROUND FLOOR DRAIN PIPES OF HAND SINK & 3- COMP SINK,OVERHEAD TRIM AND 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2589166 2/5/24 NOT CORRECTED- #37-3-302.12 : MUST LABEL SHAKERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE. #39-3-307.11 : MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO MEAT SLICER IN FRONT PREP AREA.#55- 6-501.13 : MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER ON THE FLOOR IN THE TOILET ROOM AND KEEP IT DRY.(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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 12, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 5, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
7 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS READY TO EAT FOODS SUCH AS 1LB. SLICED TURKEY-49.1F.1.5LBS. SLICED HAM-47.5F.2.5LBS. SLICED ROAST BEEF-46.4F.1.5LBS. STEAK-47.8F.8LBS. TERIYAKI CHICKEN-47.4F. ON COLD HOLDING UNIT PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPX.14.5LBS. $115.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(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.
MUST LABEL SQUEEZE BOTTLES ANS SHAKERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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
MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO MEAT SLICER IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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 CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM SODA CABINET IN LOBBY.
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.
MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER ON FLOOR IN TOILET ROOM AND NEAR MOP SINK AND KEEP DRY.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT # 2570031 1/20/23 NOT CORRECTED #57-2-102.13 : INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS.STILL OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR THE EMPLOYEE'S MUST PROVIDE 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.
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HAND SINK AND TOILET BASE.
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.