OBSERVED TORN GASKET ON THE INSIDE OF TWO DOOR TRUE COOLER IN THE DISHWASHING AREA NEXT TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 23, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 2, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
2-102.13--OBSERVED 2 EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.
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, Apr 2, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 19, 2025
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT COOKS SERVING LINE HAND SINK.INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF (TCS FOODS) STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP SERVING LINE.OBSERVED YOGURT WITH INTERNAL TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 46.8F-48.7F.INSTRUCTED MANAGER, (TCS FOODS) MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR COLDER AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 135F OR HOTTER. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 16#'S OF FOOD WORTH $30.00.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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 EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES.APPROXIMATELY 80 RODENT (MICE DROPPINGS) IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS;IN THE KITCHEN UNDERNEATH THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREAS,ALONG THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS BEHIND THE LARGE OVENS AND ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE REAR WALK-IN-FREEZER AND UNDERNEATH THE DRY STORAGE RACKS IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE IN DETAIL AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL THE AFFECTED AREAS.ENGINEER HAS BEEN MADE AWARE AT THIS TIME.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS 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.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE BUILD-UP ON THE KITCHEN POT/PAN STORAGE RACKS AND ROLLING CARTS AND INTERIORS OF MILK COOLERS.
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 COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE KITCHEN UNISEX WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE 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.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE STORAGE ROOM ADJACENT TO THE SERVING LINE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE KEPT ITEMS AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR TO FACILITATE CLEANING.
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 MISSING LIGHT SHIELD FOR LIGHT FIXTURE ABOVE THE KITCHEN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD FOR LIGHT FIXTURE OR SHATTER PROOF LIGHT BULBS 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 2 EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.
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, Mar 19, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 15, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.11/ NOTED LOOSE HANDSINK WITH HOLES ABOVE AND BELOW WASHBOWL IN GIRLS 3RD FLOOR BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN A SMOOTH CLEANABLE SURFACE AT SEAL.
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, Apr 15, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 10, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111/ NOTED APPROX 60 DROPPINGS UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN, ALONG THE WALLS WHERE GARBAGE IS HELD UNTIL DISPOSAL IN KITCHEN, IN THE CORNERS OF DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT, AND IN CLASSROOMS 111 & 113. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a), NO 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
4-204.115/ NOTED HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN CULINARY CLASSROOM WITH NO TEMPERATURE TEST STRIPS OR FOR THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR OR TEST STRIPS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005.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.
6-501.11/ NOTED LOOSE HANDSINK WITH HOLES ABOVE AND BELOW WASHBOWL IN GIRLS 3RD FLOOR BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN A SMOOTH CLEANABLE SURFACE AT SEAL.
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
6-303.11/NOTED BLOWN OUT LIGHTBULBS UNDERNEATH HOOD IN CULINARY CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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, Apr 10, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 8, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
NOTED APPROX 60 DROPPINGS UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN, ALONG THE WALLS WHERE GARBAGE IS HELD UNTIL DISPOSAL IN KITCHEN, IN THE CORNERS OF DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT, AND IN CLASSROOM 113. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a), NO 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.
NOTED LOOSE HANDSINK WITH HOLES ABOVE AND BELOW WASHBOWL IN GIRLS 3RD FLOOR BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN A SMOOTH CLEANABLE SURFACE AT SEAL.
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
NOTED INADAQUATE WATER TEMPERATURES AT HANDWASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT BUILDING, GIRLS 1ST FLOOR BATHROOM (55 F), GIRLS SECOND FLOOR BATHROOM (86 F), BOYS SECOND FLOOR BATHROOM (91 F), WOMENS STAFF BATH ON 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR (94 F). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT WATER AT A MINIMUM TEMPATURE OF 100 F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), NO 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
NOTED HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN CULINARY CLASSROOM WITH NO TEMPERATURE TEST STRIPS OR FOR THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR OR TEST STRIPS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005.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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED BLOWN OUT LIGHTBULBS UNDERNEATH HOOD IN CULINARY CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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.