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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Complaint
Jul 16, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CAKE SLICES AND PUDDING PREPARED ON-SITE SOLD IN TO-GO CONTAINERS MISSING IDENTIFYING INFORMATION SUCH AS THE NAME OF THE RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT, THE ADDRESS OF THE ESTABLISHMENT, AND A LIST OF BASIC INGREDIENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL OF THE LABELING ELEMENTS FOR TO-GO FOOD ITEMS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT TO BE SOILED: EXTERIOR SIDES AND INTERIOR CAVITY OF DEEP FRYERS AT THE MAIN COOK LINE SOILED WITH GREASE AND DUST DEBRIS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE WALL-MOUNTED VEGETABLE SLICER IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA SOILED WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOILS 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 1-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA TO BE LEAKING, BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE REAR KITCHEN AREA 1-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET TO ELIMINATE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 16, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 20, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
9 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE KITCHEN AND REAR DISHWASHING AREA EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. SINKS WITH CARDBOARD BOXES, KNIVES, SPOONS AND OIL BOTTLES INSIDE SINKS. INSTRUCTED ABOVE THAT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING AT ALL TIMES. PERSON IN CHARGE REMOVED ITEMS FROM HAND WASHING SINKS DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
OBSERVED NO SANITIZER DETECTED AT THE FINAL RINSE OF THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE MACHINE WITH A FINAL RINSE OF 100PPM CHLORINE. MACHINE NOT IN USE AT THIS TIME. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG REMOVAL. MUST USE 3-COMPARTMENT FOR WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE MULTI-USE UTENSILS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 NO 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.
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.
OBSERVED PLATES IN FRONT COUNTER PREP AREA AND REAR PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT TO INVERT SERVING PLATES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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 RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.
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 DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON WALL BEHIND MOP SINK ALSO OBSERVED FLOOR WITH DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON REAR STORAGE ROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS IN THE WASHROOMS. MUST 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP VENTILATION HOOD AND FILETRS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. 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.
OBSERVED 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 20, 2025 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Feb 9, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
: 2-102.13---- MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING/CERTIFICATE FOR THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD 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.
: 6-501.114--- ALL STORED ITEMS IN THE REAR OUTDOOR WALKWAY TO THE GARBAGE ROOM MUST BE REMOVED TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORING.
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
6-304.11--- MUST PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILATION FOR BOTH WASHROOMS.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 9, 2024 · Original Source
License
Jan 31, 2024
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS IN THE DISHWASHING ROOM.
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.
INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH BLACK AND BROWN SLIMED SUBSTANCE ON THE ICE FOR CONSUMPTION INTERIOR SURFACES. MUST REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS.
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
NO QUATERNARY CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS FOR THE SANITIZER BEING USED AT THE DISHROOM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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.
OPEN CREVICE/SEAM IN THE WALL AT FRONT PREP HAND WASHING SINK. MUST SEAL.----LARGE OPEN HOLE IN THE CEILING ABOVE THE HOT WATER TANK. MUST REPLACE/SEAL.----RAW WOOD ON THE FLOOR AT THE FRONT PREP HAND WASHING SINK AND UNDER THE LEGS OF THE DISHROOM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PAINT/SEAL TO BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT.
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 PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILATION FOR BOTH WASHROOMS.
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.
MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING/CERTIFICATE FOR THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD 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.
BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
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.