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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass
Jan 6, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15 OBSERVED A 1/4 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR DOOR LOCATED BY THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOOR TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED.
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.
6-201.13 OBSERVED COVING DEATTACHED AND MISSING IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE COVING AND MAKE COVING TIGHT FITTING THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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, Jan 6, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 26, 2025
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE ON SITE AND POSTED. INSTRUCTED ALL PERSONS IN CHARGE MUST OBTAIN A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE AND HAVE SAID ORIGINAL/VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED UNDER VIOLATION #2.
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11 OBSERVED NO ORIGINAL/VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS POST AN ORIGINAL/VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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.
6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 10 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED IN THE CORNER BY THE GREASE TRAP UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ABOUT 15 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED IN THE FURNANCE ROOM ON THE STORAGE SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RODENT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
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
3-305.14 OBSERVED ABOUT 2 OUTDOOR USE GRILLS AND ABOUT 6 OUTDOOR USE SMOKERS STORED OUTSIDE IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. OBSERVED 2 BAGS OF OUTDOOR USE CHARCOAL STORED INSIDE OF THE FACILITY BY THE REAR DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL OUTDOOR USE GRILLS, SMOKERS AND CHARCOAL. OUTDOOR COOKING IS PROHIBITED BY THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CODE RULES AND REGULATIONS. AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION THERE WAS NO OUTDOOR COOKING OF FOODS TAKING PLACE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
4-502.13 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING REUSED AS A SHELF LINER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD, ALL SURFACES SHOULD BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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.
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED A BLOOD SPILL INSIDE OF THE FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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.
5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
6-201.13 OBSERVED COVING DEATTACHED AND MISSING IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE COVING AND MAKE COVING TIGHT FITTING THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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, Dec 26, 2025 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Jul 16, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 16, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 12, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM AREA OF THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE.
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 COVER ON THE VENTILATION FAN IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM ON THE CEILING; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVER FOR THE FAN.
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.