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The full inspection history
6 inspections
Complaint
May 27, 2026
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH A BUILD UP OF MOLD AROUND THE SEAL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 SPLASH GUARD NEEDED AT THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FRONT HAND WASHING SINK AS THE TORTILLA CHIPS ARE STORED THERE FOR SERVICE. 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.
OBSERVED THE SEAL AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE HOOD SYSTEM IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING FROM GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO 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 FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING FROM BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE INSECT ACTIVITY.
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 THE FLOOR OF THE LARGE WALK IN COOLING UNIT IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED THE WALL COVERING UNDER THE FRONT SERVICE AREA WHERE THE CASH RESGISTERS ARE LOCATED IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN 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 12, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 5, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OPENINGS IN BASEMENT AREA THAT COULD BE POSSIBLE ENTRY WAYS FOR PEST AND OR INSECTS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING ENTRY.
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 STANDING WATER AT THE DRYING RACK AREA LOCATED IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE WATER AND MAINTAIN 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.
BEVERAGE-AIR COOLING UNIT IN THE UPSTAIRS FOOD PREP AREA ACROSS FROM THE HAND SINK IS NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR UNIT AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION OR MUST REMOVE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR ANY POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECTS.
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, Feb 5, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 20, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LEAKING BACKFLOW AT UTILITY SINK NEEDS REPAIR. REPAIR BACKFLOW ACCORDING TO ILLINOIS AND LOCAL PLUMBING CODE. REFERENCE 5-205.15.
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING CLEANSER AT HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT PREP. ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH HAND CLEANING LIQUID AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. 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.
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
Inspector’s notes
DURING INSPECTION OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS PREPARED IN HOUSE AND STORED WITH REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGING BEYOND 48-HOUR RULE. A HACCP PLAN WAS NOT SUBMITTED TO THE REGULATORY AUTHORITY PRIOR TO ENGAGING IN A ROP OPERATION WITHOUT A VARIANCE. DISCUSSED THE HACCP CONCEPTS WITH THE PERSON IN CHARGE. PRODUCT REMOVED PENDING RECEIPT OF AN APPROVED HACCP PLAN.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
5-501.116: OBSERVED TOP OF GREASE TRAP WASTE CONTAINER SLIGHTLY SOILED. FACILITY 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.
6-202.15: OBSERVED OPEN HOLE ON THE BOTTOM OF EXTERIOR SIDE EXIT DOOR THAT LEADS TO DUMPSTER WHICH ALLOWS FOR PESTS/INSECTS TO ENTER. EXTERIOR DOORS SHALL BE: SELF-CLOSING, SOLID AND TIGHT FITTING, AND LIMITED TO DESIGNATED USE.
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.
6-501.12: OBSERVED VENT HEAVILIY SOILED WITH DUST ABOVE THE HANDSINK/COOKLINE. FACILITY 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 19, 2023 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 17, 2023
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PINK SLIME ON INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE DRIP PLATE LOCATED IN BASEMENT. FACILITY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS NOT PROVIDED AT HANDSINK LOCATED IN COOKLINE. MANAGER PROVIDED DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS WHILE ON SITE. 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 OPEN HOLE ON THE BOTTOM OF EXTERIOR SIDE EXIT DOOR THAT LEADS TO DUMPSTER WHICH ALLOWS FOR PESTS/INSECTS TO ENTER. EXTERIOR DOORS SHALL BE: SELF-CLOSING, SOLID AND TIGHT FITTING, AND LIMITED TO DESIGNATED USE.
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 RICE AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERAURE, MEASURED AT 118.2F LOCATED IN REACH-IN HOT HOLDING UNIT. APPROXIMATELY 8LBS AT AN APPROXIMATE COST OF $10 DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 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.
MEASURED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING FOODS FOUND STORED AT ROOM TEMPERATURE AND IN REACH-IN PREP-LINE COOLER; 5LBS OF PICO CORN SALAD MEASURED AT 46.5F AND CUT LEAFY SALADS MEASURED BETWEEN 59-60F. APPROXIMATELY 8 LBS OF FOOD WAS DISCARDED AT A TOTAL APPROXIMATE COST OF $11. SEE ABOVE PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION THAT WAS 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.
OBSERVED COOKED BRISKET AND COOKED CHICKEN STORED IN SEALED BAD WITH NO DATE LABELS IN BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER. FOOD PREPARED AND HELD IN A FOOD ESTABLISHMENT FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS MUST BE CONSUMED ON THE PREMISES, SOLD, OR DISCARDED WHEN HELD AT A TEMPERAURE OF 41F OR LESS FOR A MAXIMUM OF 7DAYS. APPROXIMATELY 31LBS AT AN APPRXIMATE COST OF $130 WAS DISCARDED ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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 LOW WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK LOCATED IN 2ND FLOOR RESTROOM. FACILITY MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED TOP OF GREASE TRAP WASTE CONTAINER SLIGHTLY SOILED. FACILITY 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 VENT HEAVILIY SOILED WITH DUST ABOVE THE HANDSINK/COOKLINE. FACILITY 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.