SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
6 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Aug 27, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SOME FLOOR TILES IN POOR REPAIR/LOW GROUT AT PREP AREA COOKLINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR/REGROUT DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AT SAID LOCATION.
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, Aug 27, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 29, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ICE MACHINES UPPER PORTION PLASTIC WATER TUBES NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE PLASTIC ICE MACHINE WATER TUBES.
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 CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES
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 MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: MEN & WOMENS TOILET ROOM, THOUGHOUT PREP AREAS, ALL WALK-IN COOLERS & WALK-IN FREEZER, BAKERY PREP, BAKERY WALK-IN COOLER, FRONT AND REAR PREP. NOTED FLOOR GROUT MISSING THROUGHOUT THE AREAS MENTIONED ABOVE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 10, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 3, 2025
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BLANK COPIES OF EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO MAINTAIN POLICY WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES IN ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF REPORTING AGREEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010.
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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. SUPPLIES MUST INCLUDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER THAT ELIMINATES NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SINKS NOT MAINTAINED WITH HOT WATER: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER OBSERVED AT HAND SINK (90.1F) INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE HOT WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE AT LEAST 100F. PLUMBER ON SITE AND CORRECTED HANDSINK NOW READING 102.4F PRIORITY 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
SEE VIOLATION# 60
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
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 THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AT BAR PIPES COMPLETELY FALLEN OFF, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN PLUMBER IS ON SITE.
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 MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: MEN & WOMENS TOILET ROOM, THOUGHOUT PREP AREAS, ALL WALK-IN COOLERS & WALK-IN FREEZER, BAKERY PREP, BAKERY WALK-IN COOLER, FRONT AND REAR PREP. NOTED FLOOR GROUT MISSING THROUGHOUT THE AREAS MENTIONED ABOVE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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.
NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2597793 CONDUCTED ON 7/19/24. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (39)3-305.11- OBSERVED DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER FOR MAIN PREP LINE HANDWASHING SINK DIRECTLY ABOVE UNCOVERED, EXPOSED FOOD IN LINE COOLERS, POSING RISK OF CONTAMINATION FROM SPLASH OR DRIP AFTER HANDWASHING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD COVERED IN THIS AREA OR RELOCATE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER FROM ABOVE EXPOSED FOOD ITEM TO ELIMINATE RISK OF CONTAMINATION FROM SPLASH OR DRIP AND MAINTAIN. (47) 4-101.19 - OBSERVED DRY, HEAVILY-SOILED WIPING CLOTHS USED TO LINE NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COLD-HOLDING EQUIPMENT (USED TO LINE EDGES OF COMPRESSOR ACCESS DOORS). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SOILED WIPING CLOTHS AND REPLACE WITH A MATERIAL THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE FOR NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES AND MAINTAIN. 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, Feb 3, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 19, 2024
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER FOR MAIN PREP LINE HANDWASHING SINK DIRECTLY ABOVE UNCOVERED, EXPOSED FOOD IN LINE COOLERS, POSING RISK OF CONTAMINATION FROM SPLASH OR DRIP AFTER HANDWASHING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD COVERED IN THIS AREA OR RELOCATE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER FROM ABOVE EXPOSED FOOD ITEM TO ELIMINATE RISK OF CONTAMINATION FROM SPLASH OR DRIP AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
OBSERVED GASKETS ALONG SEVERAL DRAWERS ON SEVERAL COLD-HOLDING UNITS THROUGHOUT MAIN PREP LINE TO BE EXCESSIVELY SOILED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COLD-HOLDING EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOIL ON GASKETS 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.
OBSERVED UNISEX EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN REAR KITCHEN AREA MISSING COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR THIS TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INDIVIDUALLY-WRAPPED PORK CUTLETS IN WALK-IN COOLER STORED COVERED (WRAPPED WITH ALUMINUM FOIL) WHILE COOLING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE TCS FOOD ITEMS UNCOVERED OR LOOSELY COVERED IF PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION WHILE COOLING TO FACILITATE HEAT TRANSFER AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED DRY, HEAVILY-SOILED WIPING CLOTHS USED TO LINE NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COLD-HOLDING EQUIPMENT (USED TO LINE EDGES OF COMPRESSOR ACCESS DOORS). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SOILED WIPING CLOTHS AND REPLACE WITH A MATERIAL THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE FOR NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES 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.
OBSERVED SMALL POTABLE WATER LEAK FROM CEILING IN REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA. LEAK IS NOT ABOVE FOOD, EQUIPMENT, OR SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES. PERSON-IN-CHARGE AWARE OF CEILING LEAK AND IS AWAITING BUILDING MAINTENANCE FOR REPAIRS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CEILING PLUMBING TO ELIMINATE POTABLE WATER LEAK AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
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 HANDSINK WITHOUT PROPER SPLASH GUARD IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL BARRIER ALONG SIDE OF DRAIN BOARD TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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 HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO COLD RUNNING WATER AVAILABLE AT HANDSINK IN FRONT PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. NOTED HOT WATER AVAILABLE AT REQUIRED TEMPERATURE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION.
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.
OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT, LIQUOR WELL AND ICE BIN IN BAR WITH EXCESSIVE SPLATTER AND STICKY SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAINN FREE OF DEBRIS.
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.