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The full inspection history
3 inspections
Complaint
Apr 8, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
FOUND NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK BY 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST PROVIDE.
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.
FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS WITH NO LABELS.(SUGAR,BEANS,ETC.)MUST PROVIDE.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 8, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 25, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
9 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE COMPARTMENTS NOT CLEAN (INTERIOR TOP AND BIN). ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN UNIT.
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.
WE OBSERVED TCS FOOS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE:RICOTTA CHEESE(4.69LB VALUE 15.99) AT TEMP OF 44.3F TO 45.1F;2 PIECES OF POLISH HAM (4.99LB; VALUE 85.03)AT TEMP OF 44.8F TO 45.3F,PRODUCTS WERE STORED AT DISPLAY IN BUTCHERS'S AREA. ALSO OBSERVED COOKED FOOD STORED INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: COOKED BEEF TONGUE(16 LB;VALUE 95.84) AT TEMP OF 47.5F TO 48.9F.COOKED AND SLICED TRIPE(25 LB;VALUE 39.75) AT TEMP OF 50.7F TO 60.9F.PER MANAGER STATEMENT .COOKED FOOD WAS COOKED ON 2-24-25.NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOG PROVIDED. MAINTAIN COLD FOOD AT TEMP OF 41F AND BELOW.FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY OWNER. POUNDS 51;VALUE 237 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.
DRY FOOD IN PLASTIC CONTAINER AT REAR STORAGE AREA NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME:FLOUR,SUGAR,ETC.
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.
REMOVE DEAD INSECTS FROM UNDER THE SHELVES AND ALONG BASEBOARD WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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.
MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN PREP AREAS IN SANITIZER BUCKET BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
BROKEN RUBBER GASKETS INSIDE OF THREE DOOR REACH-IN COOLERS IN SELLING AREA ACROSS FROM PRODUCE SHEVES. REPAIR/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.
ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON UTILITY CONNECTIONS AND EQUIPMENT SURFACES MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.UNDER TWO CARNITAS POTS.
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.
REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER AT REAR STORAGE AREA.
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, Feb 25, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 27, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
8 recorded violations
notedCode 8Handwashing
Official wording
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING HANDS AT TWO COMPARTMENT PREP SINK AT BUTCHER'S AREA.ON LEFT SIDE OF THE DRAIN BOARD IT WASH DEFROSTED FOOD( 30 POUND OF CLEANED TRIPPA).AS HE WASHED HIS HAND WATER AND SOAP SPLATTERED ON FOOD AND THROUGHOUT. MUST WASH HANDS ONLY AT HANDWASHING SINK. FOOD DISCARDED,POUNS 30,VALUE 68.7. OWNER CORRECTED THE ISSUE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION :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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
HANDWASHING SIGNAGE MUST BE POSTED BY THE HANDWASHING SINK INCLUDED DINING AREA,WASHROOMS ETC.
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.
WE OBSERVED TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE SODA COOLER AT IMPROPERR TEMPERATURE: RICE PUDDING AT TEMP OF 48.7F TO 50.9F; PUDDINGS MADE WITH MILK AND EGGS AT TEMP OF 45.1F TO 47F.FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED.POUNDS 51,VALUE 152 COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 41 AND BELOW. 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.
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS.
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.
REPLACE BROKEN HOT WATER HANDLE INSIDE THE STAFF WASHROOM(RIGHT SITE). ALSO LEAKING FAUCETS AT OTHER SINKS.REPAIR ISSUES.
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.
NO SELF CLOSING DOORS AT STAFF WASHROOMS.MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
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.
REMOVE BROKEN WITH BLACK SUBSTANCE CAULKING BETWEEN WALL AND TWO COMPARTMENT SINK,ALSO HANDWASHING SINK AT BUTCHER'S AREA.
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.
FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE PROVIDED ON SITE,INSTRUCTED TO 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.