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4 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Feb 9, 2026
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11 .: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK IN 1ST FL. BAR AREA NEXT TO DUMP SINK
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.
: 4-101.19 : MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN COOLER AND PLACE ON ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER COOLER SHELVES.
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.
: 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR DRAINS.
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.
2-102.13 : OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR SOME EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 9, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 2, 2026
Fail
17 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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.
MUST REMOVE DRAINLINE HOSE FROM HAND SINK IN BEVERAGE AREA TO A OPEN SITE 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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL BASES IN PASTRY 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GAUGE COCK ON HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT OPERABLE MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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 POOR HYGIENIC PRACTIES BY DISH WASHER HANDLING DIRTY AND THEN CLEAN DISHES WEARING PLASTIC GLOVES AND NOT CHANGING GLOVES & WASHING HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(COS)(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.
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOODS BY FOOD HANDLER OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER PUT SEVERAL HAND FULLS OF COOKED FRENCH FRIES ON A PLATE FOR SERVICE.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST PROVIDE A BARRIER (TONGS, GLOVES,DELI PAPER )TO HANDLE READY TO EAT FOODS.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN BUTCHER ROOM,COOK LINE,1ST & BASEMENT BAR AREAS & BEVERAGE STATION.
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 IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 4LBS. COOKED RICE-44.3F AND 30LBS.COOKED LAMB SHANKS-51.8F-53.2F INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.34LBS. $551.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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.
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 15 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AND FLYING AROUND IN 1ST & BASEMENT BAR AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 2/2/26.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK IN 1ST FL. BAR AREA NEXT TO DUMP SINK.
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.
MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN COOLER AND PLACE ON ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER COOLER SHELVES.
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
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND UNISEX TOILET ROOM.MISSING LIGHT SHIELD AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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.
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR SOME EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 2, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Aug 15, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 15, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 8, 2024
Fail
1 recorded violation
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BLACK SLIME BUILDUP ON THE TOP INTERIOR SHOOT OF RESTAURANT USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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.