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The full inspection history
8 inspections
Canvass
Sep 26, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 45Equipment and utensils
Official wording
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FACILITY REUSING SINGLE USE THANK YOU BAGS TO STORE RAW MEAT IN THE REACH-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO NOT REUSE SINGLE USE BAGS AND TO STORE FOOD ITEMS IN FOOD GRADE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
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.
6-501.19 OBSERVED BASEMENT RESTROOM DOOR TO NOT BE SELF-CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF-CLOSING DEVICE FOR DOOR.
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, Dec 2, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Nov 22, 2024
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MORE THAN 10 LIVE COCKROACHES IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE RACKS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: PREP AREA, FRONT BAR AREA, REAR STORAGE AREA, AND BASEMENT. ALSO OBSERVED MORE THAN 25 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN PREP AREA IN LOWER MECHANICAL COMPONENT OF STEAMER, ON TOP OF DISHWASHER, IN BETWEEN FREEZER AND WALL AND THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE AREA IN BETWEEN STORED EQUIPMENT. RECOMMEND CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
OBSERVED HANDSINK IN PREP AREA TO BE SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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 BASEMENT RESTROOM DOOR TO NOT BE SELF-CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF-CLOSING DEVICE FOR DOOR.
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 22, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Nov 19, 2024
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 19, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 9, 2024
Pass
9 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, SALT 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.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE BASEMENT LIQUOR WALK-IN COOLER AND INSIDE THE MAIN WALK-IN COOLER.
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.
BASEMENT (EMPLOYEE) TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL 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.
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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.
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK BEHIND THE (2) BAR AND INSIDE BASEMENT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR (BOTTOM) SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE WITH BUILD-UP IN THE BASEMENT.
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 DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN THE BASEMENT.
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.