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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Complaint
Mar 13, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES (INCLUDING BARTENDERS) MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2625821 ON 10/22/25 NOT CORRECTED: 58 - OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ABOVE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. 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, Mar 13, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 22, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
8 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERED NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTER IN THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE MENS WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
MUST PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST ELEVATE FOOD CONATINERS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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 WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN PREP AREA AND ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED ON FRONT BAR AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SANITIZER TEST STRIPS KIT ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ABOVE TO HAVE TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TO MONITOR THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER PROPERLY AT THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE. MANAGEMENT PROVIDED TEST STRIPS BY THE END OF INSPECTION. 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.
OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS ON FRONT OF BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST PROPERLY ELEVATE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR 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 CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ABOVE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES.
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, Oct 22, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 11, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 11, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 2, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGN INSTRUCTING EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS AT HAND SINK CLOSEST TO THE ENTRANCE OF FACILITY IN BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS.
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 INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE COMPONENTS IN BASEMENT TO BE HEAVILY SOILED AND COVERED WITH A BLACK AND GREY SLIME AND SUBSTANCE THAT IS DRIPPING ONTO THE IDE. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, SANTITIZE, AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE. 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.
OBSERVED NO READILY AVAILABLE THERMOMETER PRESENT IN THE TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLER ON FRONT PREPARATION LINE AT KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A THERMOMETER IN REACH IN COOLER.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS AND BINS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN FREEZER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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 SCOOPS, TONGS, AND WHISKS STORED WITH FOOD CONTACT SURFACES EXPOSED NEAR DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL UTENSILS TO PROTECT ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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.
OBSERVED 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN FIRST FLOOR PREPARATION AREA TO HAVE PROTECTIVE PLASTIC LINER ON INSIDE OF DOORS PRESENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL TORN PROTECTIVE PLASTIC LINERS ON EQUIPMENT TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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 CERTIFIED MANAGER WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MAINTAIN PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR EACH CERTIFIED MANAGER.
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.