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The full inspection history
3 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 8, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 45Equipment and utensils
Official wording
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
4-903.11(A;C)-- ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT ALL STORAGE AREAS INCLUDING THE UNUSED CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL IN THE HVAC ROOM MUST BE STORED ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 8, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 1, 2026
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
NO SOAP AVAILABLE AT THE REAR PREP HAND WASHING SINK. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) 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.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDERCOOKED. SUCH AS EGGS COOKED TO ORDER. MUST DISCLOSE AND REMIND CUSTOMERS OF SUCH FOOD ON BOTH THE PRINTED AND VIRTUAL MENUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
OUTSIDE WASTE AREA NOTED WITH NO GREASE RECEPTACLE FOR FRYER GREASE. GREASE INSIDE PLASTIC CONTAINERS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE SPILLAGE ON THE SURROUNDING GROUND. EMPTY FOOD CARDBOARD BOXES WITH GREASE SPILLAGE AT SAME AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A PROPER GREASE WASTE RECEPTACLE, REMOVE ALL GARBAGE, DEBRIS AND SPILLED GREASE FROM THE GROUNDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B)
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.
UNUSED COOKING EQUIPMENT 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
EMPLOYEES MUST NOT STORE PERSONAL BELONGINGS IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO USE THE DESIGNATED LOCKERS IN THE REAR.
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.
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 5-20-25 REPORT #2617751 #51-: OBSERVED NO DUMP SINK AT FRONT COFFEE PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL A DUMP SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER CONNECTED TO CITY PLUMBING LINE. A minimum of one sink used for food preparation, obtaining water, and discarding liquid waste is required in any food preparation area. 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, Apr 1, 2026 · Original Source
License
May 20, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO DUMP SINK AT FRONT COFFEE PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL A DUMP SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER CONNECTED TO CITY PLUMBING LINE. A minimum of one sink used for food preparation, obtaining water, and discarding liquid waste is required in any food preparation area.
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.