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8 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Sep 8, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
FOUND A FOOD HANDLER WITH AN EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EMPLOYEE OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE.
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, Sep 8, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 1, 2026
Pass
7 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING VIOLATIONS: -LEAK AT THE BASE (RIGHT) OF THE FAUCET ON THE REAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. -LEAK AT THE PIPE UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BIG MAIN BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO FIX LEAK, DISPOSE OF BUCKET OF STAGNANT WATER AND MAINTAIN GOOD PLUMBING.
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.
FOUND A CONTAINER OF STAGNANT WATER UNDERNEATH THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE MAIN BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF WATER, FIX LEAK 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.
FOUND THE UNISEX AND THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM WITH A TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH NO LID. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH RECEPTACLES WITH LIDS. MAINTAIN SAME.
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.
FOUND WATER-STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE HALLWAY, KITCHEN AND TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND PROVIDE MISSING/DAMAGED CEILING TILES. MAINTAIN SAME.
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
FOUND INADEQUATE LIGHTING/BLOWN LIGHT BULBS IN THE EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOM, IN THE STORAGE AREAS AND IN THE MAIN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND REPLACE BLOWN LIGHT BULBS TO MENTIONED AREAS. MAINTAIN SAME.
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.
FOUND A FOOD HANDLER WITH AN EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EMPLOYEE OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE.
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.
FOUND THE FOLLOWING CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2619932, DATED 7/01/2025 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: -38. OBSERVED THE REAR LOADING DOOR BAR AREA WITH A GAP OF ABOUT 1/4. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACITIVITY. -49. OBSERVED WALK IN COOLING UNIT AND WALK IN FREEZER UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, RUST AND DEBRIS ON THE SHELVING UNITS (RUSTING) AND THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS AND SHELVING IN BOTH UNITS. -51. OBSERVED THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK JUST OUTSIDE OF THE ELECTRICAL ROOM WITH A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN UNIT. -56. OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD OVER WALK IN COOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. 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, Sep 1, 2026 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Jun 8, 2026
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 8, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 1, 2025
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE REAR LOADING DOOR AND THE FRONT SIDE DOOR AT THE SMALL BAR AREA WITH A GAP OF ABOUT 1/4. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACITIVITY.
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 ALL DRAINING IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS AND FLOOR DRAINS WITH A BUILD UP OF SOME SORT OF FOOD DEBRIS OR SLIME OF SOME SORT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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 WALK IN COOLING UNIT AND WALK IN FREEZER UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, RUST AND DEBRIS ON THE SHELVING UNITS (RUSTING) AND THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS AND SHELVING IN BOTH UNITS.
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 TWO COMPARTMENT SINK JUST OUTSIDE OF THE ELECTRICAL ROOM WITH A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET AND THE FIRST TOILET ROOM GOING TO THE BACK OF THE FOOD PREP AREA WITH A SPRAYING AERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN BOTH UNITS.
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 FLOORS AND WALLS UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE, DEBRIS AND POSSIBLE FOOD SPLATTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD OVER WALK IN COOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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, Jul 1, 2025 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Jun 23, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 23, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 2, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVERED PLATES BEING AIR DRIED ON RACK ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. RACK IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO REWASH UTENSILS AND CLEAN RACK. CORRECT 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.
1 SINK IN MENS ROOM VERY SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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.
FLOORS THROUGHOUTIN NEED OF CLEANING AND ALL WATER REMOVED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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
AIR VENT IN WALK IN COOLER IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST AND WHITE SPOTS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 2, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 25, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FLOORS THROUGHOUTIN NEED OF CLEANING AND ALL WATER REMOVED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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.
1 SINK IN MENS ROOM VERY SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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.
OBSERVERED PLATES BEING AIR DRIED ON RACK ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. RACK IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO REWASH UTENSILS AND CLEAN RACK. CORRECT 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
AIR VENT IN WALK IN COOLER IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST AND WHITE SPOTS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
FOUND FRONT BAR NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. LARGE LEAK AT P-TRAP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAITAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 APPROXIMATELY 30-40 FLIES AT SMALL BAR AREA. FLIES WERE IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, ON WALLS AND CEILING. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR ADDITION SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) 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
OBSERVED AN INCORRECT CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON SITE. PREMISES HAD A WATER TESTING KIT ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN A QUAT TEST KIT TO BE USED WITH THE QUAT SANITIZER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. 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.