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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Short Form Complaint
Jul 9, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 15Other
Official wording
FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED
Inspector’s notes
3-302.11 (A:3-8) (B) OBSERVED EXPIRED ITEMS (DRY BOXED LASAGNA, BOXED MACARONI)STORED ON SHELVES IN FACILITY. INSTRUCTED PIC TO REMOVE EXPIRED ITEMS. PIC VOLUNTARILY DICARDED APPROXIMATELY 40 LBS OF DRY PRODUCT AT $300 DURING INSPECTION.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
4-101.19 OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
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, Jul 9, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jun 18, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 13Contamination
Official wording
FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, & UNADULTERATED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DONUT PACKAGES ADULTERATED AND NOT IN GOOD CONDITION THAT PROTECTS THE INTEGRITY OF THE CONTENTS, PREVENTS EXPOSURE OR IS FREEE OF POTENTIAL CONTAMINANTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. PPERSON IN CHARGE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED PRODUCT AT A COST OF $25 AND 2LBS.
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 1 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF REAR EXTERIOR DOOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL OUTER OPENINGS TIGHT FITTING.
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 TONGS IMPROPERLY STORED IN TEPID WATER WITH FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE UTENSILS AND PROPERLY STORE WORKING FOOD CONTAINERS BETWEEN USE.
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.
OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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 SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON BATHROOM DOOR IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE 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, Jun 18, 2025 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Oct 22, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15 OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET NECK WITH LEAK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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, Oct 22, 2024 · Original Source
License
Oct 17, 2024
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDER ON PREMISE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE PREPARING TCS FOODS (GROUND BEEF, ITALIAN BEEF, NACHO CHEESE). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CFM MANAGER ON SITWE WITH VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED
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.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES FOR ALL FOOD AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES AVAILABLE ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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.
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING COLD TCS FOODS @ IMPROPER TEMPERATURES DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS... 70 LBS VARIETY DELI MEAT UNSLICED, 24 LBS POLISH SAUSAGES, 20 LBS TURKEY AND CHICKEN BOLOGNA, 15 LBS CHEESE, 3 LBS SLICED TOMATOES, 20 OZ NAKED SMOOTHIE JUICE, 4 DOZEN EGGS, 48 OZ SOUR CREAM, AND 4 PREPACKAGED SANDWICHES PREPARED ON PREMISE. ALL ITEMS WERE STORED IN A DISPLAY COOLER LOCATED IN THE PREP AREA AND RANGING FROM 53F-66F. ALL SAID ITEMS WERE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. PER PERSON IN CHARGE TOTAL COST OF NOTED ITEMS $500.PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DISPLAY COOLER LOCATED IN PREP AREA AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED TEMPERATURE OF COOLING UNIT AT 62 WHILE STORING TCS FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE AND REPAIR UNIT TO 41F AND BELOW AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION.
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 15 SMALL LIVE BLACK FLIES FLYING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA ON SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND TABLES, ON WALLS, IN SINK BASIN, AND FLYING NEAR REGISTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE FLY ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #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.
OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET NECK WITH LEAK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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 ROOM LOACTED IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA WITH EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, MATTRESSES, BLANKETS, PILLOWS AND CLOTHING ARTICLES STORED ON FLOORS IN SAID SPACE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS. MUST MAINTAIN PREMISE.
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 BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN HALLWAY LEADING TO REAR PREP AS WELL AS IN CEILING OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOM IN REAR PREP/DISH. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND INCREASE LIGHTING IN SAID AREA.
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 FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED 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.