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6 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Aug 14, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15 OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET AND HOSE CONNECTION ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR FAUCET 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 14, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Aug 10, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15 OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR FAUCET 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.
4-602.13 OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON BOTTOM SURFACES UNDER DISPLAY COOLERS AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.
6-501.16 OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEAD STORED ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY HANG MOPS TO DRY TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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 10, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 6, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CHICKEN STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE 60.9F INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. 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 REACH-IN COOLER NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE 61.5F BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COOLER AT 41F OR BELOW. COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. 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.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED INSIDE CABINET UNDER HANDWASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES UNDER SINK TO PROTECT FROM POTENTIAL LEAKAGE.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON BOTTOM SURFACES UNDER DISPLAY COOLERS AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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 LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR FAUCET 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 SOILED MOP HEAD STORED ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY HANG MOPS TO DRY TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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 PLUMBING FIXTURES IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
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 FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN NEED OF CLEANING INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS.
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, Apr 8, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 29, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15 OBSERVED LEAKY PIPING ON FRONT PREP HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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.
6-501.12 OBSERVED FLOORS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. MUST BE MAINTAINED ON-SITE FOR REVIEW.
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.
2-102.13 ALL CITY OF CHICAGO'S CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN FOOD ALLERGENS AND MAINTAIN ON ON-SITE FOR REVIEW
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, May 29, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
May 20, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS... APPROXIMATELY 1.5 LBS LEAFY SPINACH, 1 LB COOKED EGGS, 1 LB FRESH MOZZARELLA CHEESE, 2 LBS VEGGIE PATTIES. NOTED TEMPERATURE RANGING BETWEEN 50-53F. ALL STORED INSIDE COLD HOLD UNIT IN FRONT PREP. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL COLD TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. PIC DISCARDED VOLUNTARILY DURING THIS TIME. 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.
During the inspection, approximately 25 small droppings were observed in the following areas on the premises: underneath the storage rack in the rear, scattered on the floor, inside a 2-door cabinet in the front prep area where napkins, prepackaged items, and crackers are stored, and inside the cabinets where the beverage dispenser is located. It was instructed to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize the mentioned areas, and eliminate the activity. This is a priority foundation violation. Citation has been 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 LEAKY PIPING ON FRONT PREP HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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 FLOORS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. MUST BE MAINTAINED ON-SITE FOR REVIEW.
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.
ALL CITY OF CHICAGO'S CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN FOOD ALLERGENS AND MAINTAIN ON ON-SITE FOR REVIEW.
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.