Canvass
May 5, 2026
8 recorded violations
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOR MEASURING TEMPERATURES OF FOOD.
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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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES LAYING AROUND ON THE SINKS. MUST STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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
MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR SHELVING OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS TO REMOVE SPILLS, AND/OR DEBRIS. ALSO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE WALK IN FREEZER TO REMOVE ICE BUILD UP.
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
OBSERVED MULTIPLE PLUMBING ISSUES: THE HAND SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA HAS A SLOW DRAIN, THE REAR HAND SINK HAS A LEAKY FAUCET AND SLOW DRAIN AND THE 3 COMP SINKS HAS LEAKS AT THE FAUCET,SPRAYER AND PIPES UNDERNEATH. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING ISSUES. ALSO NOTED A PIPE IN THE HAND SINK IN THE WASHROOM SINK. MUST REROUTE TO A FLOOR DRAIN.
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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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE WASHROOM FIXTURES, FLOORS AND WALLS DIRTY. MUST DETAIL 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.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CLUTTER THROUGH OUT THE REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE AND/OR ORGANIZE TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.
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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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE CITY CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY WITHOUT HIS ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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, May 5, 2026 · Original Source