ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
3 inspections
Canvass
May 14, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DRAINPIPE LEAKING UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA NEAR UPRIGHT FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE.
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, May 14, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 24, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PART OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN. NOTED BOTTOM OF INTERIOR STRUCTURE INSIDE ICE MACHINE WITH A RUST COLORED SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, 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.
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER HANDLE TRASH INSIDE DUMPSTER WITH REUSABLE APRON ON. PERSON IN CHARGE PROVIDED NEW APRON. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE APRON WHEN HANDLING TRASH AND BEFORE EXITING KITCHEN AREA.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
OBSERVED OUTDOOR REFUSE ENCLOSURE NOT CLEAN. NOTED DEBRIS AND FOOD CONTAINERS ON THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND SANITIZE.
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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
NOTED SUMMARY REPORT FROM INSPECTION #2604969 CONDUCTED ON 10/21/24 NOT VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC. OBSERVED BUSINESS LICENSE COVERING REPORT. INFORMED MANAGER THAT THE MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT MUST BE DISPLAYED IN A LOCATION THAT IS VISIBLE TO CONSUMERS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-010(b). 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, Jul 24, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 21, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING AT 0PPM OF CHLORINE DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER SAID EQUIPMENT MUST PROPERLY SANITIZE AT 50PPM-100PPM OF CHLORINE ALL TIMES. COS. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025.
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 DOG WALKING IN RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. LIVE ANIMALS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ANIMAL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-40-060. 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.
OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND ABOVE RIM. DUMPSTER COMPANY ARRIVED ON SITE TO PICK UP GARBAGE DURING WRITING OF REPORT MUST REMOVE TRASH AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 MOPS BEING STORED/DRYING IMPROPERLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE/DRY MOPS CORRECTLY. COS.
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 BROKEN LIGHT COVERING/SHIELDING IN THE MEN'S PUBLIC WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE LIGHT COVERING/SHIELDING.
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 ALLERGEN TRAINING COMPLETED FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO 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.