Complaint
Jun 1, 2026
7 recorded violations
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
COOKS LINE FOOD SCOOPS MUST HAVE HANDLES INVERTED FROM THE FOODS IN THE TWO DOOR COOLER. NO CUPS WITHOUT HANDLES.
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.
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SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
ALL STORED ITEMS ON THE COOKS LINE AND BASEMENT LINEN STORAGE AREA MUST BE 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.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS 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.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
INTERIOR OF THE COOKS LINE TWO DOOR COOLER DIRTY WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD SPILLAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.----RAW WOODEN SHELVING INSIDE THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER MUST BE PAINTED/SEALED TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE/
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.
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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
LEAKING FAUCET AND STRIPPED COLD HANDLE ON THE BASEMENT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL.
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.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FLOOR UNDER THE COOKS LINE METAL PREP TABLE ON THE FAR RIGHT WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.-----HOLE IN THE WALLS UNDER THE BASEMENT HAND WASHING SINK AND AROUND THE PREP TABLES. HOLE IN THE CEILING ABOVE THE BASEMENT PREP TABLE. MUST NOT USE TAPE AS A MEANS OF REPAIR FOR WALLS AT THE BASEMENT HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND REPAIR ALL.
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.
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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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 1, 2026 · Original Source