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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 19, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-602.13--- RAW WOODEN COUNTER NEXT TO THE HOT HOLDING UNIT IN THE FRONT PREP MUST BE PAINTED/SEALED.
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.
6-201.17--- CEILING VENT COVER ABOVE THE FRONT PREP OVENS WITH EXCESSIVE DUST. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 6-501.114--- ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT IE: COOLER, MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING.
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, Mar 19, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 12, 2025
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON SITE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 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.
NOTED THE INTERIOR UPPER WATER RESERVOIR OF THE ICE MACHINE USED FOR CONSUMPTION WITH EXCESSIVE BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE ON ALL ICE CONTACT SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL BLACK SLIME, SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. 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.
NOTED MEATBALLS BEING HELD IN A HOT HOLDING UNIT AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. MEATBALLS NOTED AT 120.3F AND 124.8F. CORRECTIVE ACTION TAKEN OF REHEATING THE MEATBALLS TO 165F AND REVIEWED THE INITIAL REHEATING PROCEDURE. PRIORITY 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
CUSTOMERS PLASTIC DRINKING CUPS BEING STORED DIRECTLY NEXT TO THE FRONT PREP HAND WASHING SINK. MUST NOT STORE ANY FOOD CONTACT ITEMS AT THE HAND SINK TO PREVENT CROSS 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.
RAW WOODEN COUNTER NEXT TO THE HOT HOLDING UNIT IN THE FRONT PREP MUST BE PAINTED/SEALED.
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.
FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT. MUST 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 6-13-24 REPORT #2596214 NOT CORRECTED. #55-- NOTED BLACKENED WALL CAULKING AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPLACE.#57- NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.#58-- NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE FOR THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE. 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, Mar 12, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 13, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
2-102.13--- NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. 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.
6-201.11--- NOTED BLACKENED WALL CAULKING AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPLACE.
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.
: 2-102.13--- NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE FOR THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 13, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 5, 2024
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION DID NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY VIOLATION
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
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION DID NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE AND NO VALID CITY CERTIFICATE WAS POSTED ON THE PREMISES.A MANAGER WAS TELEPHONED AND ARRIVED APPROXIMATELY TWENTY MINUTES LATER. REVIEWED THAT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED ON THE PREMISES AND THAT PERSON MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE 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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
NO WRITTEN VOMIT/DIARRHEA CLEANING PROCEDURE AND ALL REQUIRED EQUIPMENT IS ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
NOTED THE UPPER WATER RESERVOIR AND PLASTIC ICE SHOOT OF THE ICE MACHINE/SODA DISPENSING SYSTEM WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING DOWN INTO THE ICE THAT IS FOR CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL BLACK SLIME FROM ALL ICE CONTACT SURFACES INSIDE THE MACHINE. CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. 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.
BOTH FRONT PREP AND REAR PREP HAND WASHING SINKS AND FAUCETS NOTED DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.----MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING IN THE REAR PREP.
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 BLACKENED WALL CAULKING AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPLACE.----ALL STORED ITEMS UNDER METAL RACK SHELVING AT THE REAR EXIT MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS.
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.
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. 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.
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE FOR THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. 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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
NOTED THE SUMMARY REPORT GIVEN ON 6-21-23 FROM REPORT #2577597 WAS NOT VISIBLE TO THE ESTABLISHMENTS CUSTOMERS. SUMMARY WAS IN A PLASTIC COVERING BEHIND THE BUSINESS LICENSE. TODAYS SUMMARY POSTED TO THE PUBLIC. 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.