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5 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jul 1, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
4-202.18---INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD SYSTEM TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP 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, Jul 1, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jun 23, 2026
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINK AT THE FRONT PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HAND PAPERTOWELS AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), VIOLATION CONSOLIDATED WITH THE ABOVE CITATION.
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 EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES.OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AT CORNER UNDERNEATH THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE EAST SIDE DRY STORAGE AREA AND APPROX 15 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE WATER HEATERS IN THE REAR NEXT TO THE WASHROOM.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST 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 EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP 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 CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS.
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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 CLEAN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN: PREP TABLES (TOPS AND BOTTOMS),INTERIOR SURFACES OF DEP FRYERS AND OTHER COOKING EQUIPMENT,UNDER GRILLS AND SHELVES INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION UNITS ALSO,INTERIOR STORAGE SHELFS BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER.
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 DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP DISHWASHING AREA, PREP TABLES AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT BUILDUP.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2615623 DATED: 04/11/2025 #37---3-302.12: **C** Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS. #47---4-202.16: **C** Nonfood-Contact Surfaces OBSERVED CARDBOARD ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A LINER ON SHELVING UNIT IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. #47---4-101.11(B, C, D, E): **C** Characteristics- Materials for Construction and Repair OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS (CHEESE) BEING STORED IMPROPERLY IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY BY USING FOOD-GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS. 54 5-501.115: **C** Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures OBSERVED GREASE IN SURROUNDING AREA OF OUTSIDE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA. #55---6-501.114: **C** Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter OBSERVED UNUSED/BROKEN EQUIPMENT BEHIND THE DISPLAY COOLER NEAR THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. #55---6-201.16: **C** Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILE AND WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. #57---2-102.13: **C** Food Handler Training (PA 100-0367 Food Handling Regulation Enforcement Act) OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS ON DUTY WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 6-30-2026. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD SYSTEM TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP 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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM (04/11/2025) WAS NOT DISPLAYED FOR THE PUBLIC TO VIEW. TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS ISSUED AND MUST BE DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010 (B), CITATION ISSUED.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 23, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 11, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
9 recorded violations
notedCode 35Food temperature
Official wording
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER THAWING; A BOX OF CHICKEN AND A BOX OF FISH THAWING AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO THAW PROPERLY.
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 FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS.
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 CARDBOARD ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND CARDBOARD BEING USED AS LINER ON SHELVING UNIT IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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 GREASE IN SURROUNDING AREA OF OUTSIDE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN 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 UNUSED/BROKEN EQUIPMENT BEHIND THE DISPLAY COOLER NEAR THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND IN THE DRY STRORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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 LIGHTBULB OUT AT THE OVERHEAD HOOD AT THE GRILL/FRYER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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 HANDLERS ON DUTY WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING CERTIFICATES. 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.
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH ALLERGEN 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.
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF SMOKING ON SITE IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM; SMELLED CIGARETTE SMOKE WITH EVIDENCE OF A CIGARETTE BUTT IN THE TRASH CAN. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE SMOKING IN PROHIBITED AREAS TO ADHERE TO THE CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE. CITATION ISSUED 7-32-015.
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 11, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 11, 2024
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER MISSING FROM THE FOLLOWING COLD-HOLDING UNITS: FRONT REACH-IN COOLER, 2-DOOR UPRIGHT CHICKEN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN ALL EQUIPMENT USED TO COLD-HOLD TCS FOOD ITEMS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 INDIVIDUALLY-PACKAGED COLESLAW CONTAINERS IN THE FRONT REACH-IN COOLER TO BE MISSING ADEQUATE FOOD IDENTITY LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS THAT INCLUDE THE COMMON NAME OF THE FOOD STORED, THE LIST OF INGREDIENTS, THE NAME AND PLACE OF BUSINESS OF THE MANUFACUTURER, AND OTHER STANDARDS OF IDENTITY AS REQUIRED BY THE LAW AND MAINTAIN.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE-USE STYROFOAM CUP USED AS SCOOP IN SEVERAL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SINGLE-USE CUPS AND REPLACE WITH MULTI-USE UTENSILS WITH HANDLES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION WHILE SCOOPING 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 NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF VEGETABLE SHREDDER EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA TO BE SOILED WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND OTHER SOIL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOIL 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 FLOOR-MOUNTED DRAIN GRATE NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR AREA TO BE HEAVILY-SOILED AND CLOGGED WITH FOOD DEBRIS. NO EVIDENCE OF DRAIN CLOGGING OR BACKUP OBSERVED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR-MOUNTED DRAIN GRATE AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING FIXTURES EASILY-CLEANABLE.
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 11, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 4, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA WITH DAMAGED P-TRAP AND OBSTRUCTED BY SUPPLIES, INACCESSIBLE FOR USE BY EMPLOYEES. THE FACILITY HAS A FUNCTIONAL HANDWASHING SINK ON THE WALL DIRECTLY BEHIND THE NON-FUNCTIONAL HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE HANDWASHING SINK P-TRAP AND MAINTAIN HANDWASHING SINK FUNCTIONAL WITH WATER SUPPLY AND AVAILABLE FOR USE BY FOOD EMPLOYEES FOR HANDWASHING AT ALL TIMES. 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 INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER MISSING FROM THE FOLLOWING COLD-HOLDING UNITS: FRONT REACH-IN COOLER, 2-DOOR UPRIGHT CHICKEN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN ALL EQUIPMENT USED TO COLD-HOLD TCS' FOOD ITEMS AND MAINTAIN THEM AT ALL TIMES.
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 INDIVIDUALLY-PACKAGED COLESLAW CONTAINERS IN THE FRONT REACH-IN COOLER TO BE MISSING ADEQUATE FOOD IDENTITY LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS THAT INCLUDE THE COMMON NAME OF THE FOOD STORED, THE LIST OF INGREDIENTS, THE NAME AND PLACE OF BUSINESS OF THE MANUFACUTURER, AND OTHER STANDARDS OF IDENTITY AS REQUIRED BY THE LAW AND MAINTAIN.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE-USE STYROFOAM CUP USED AS SCOOP IN SEVERAL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SINGLE-USE CUPS AND REPLACE WITH MULTI-USE UTENSILS WITH HANDLES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION WHILE SCOOPING 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 NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF VEGETABLE SHREDDER EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA TO BE SOILED WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND OTHER SOIL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOIL 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 FLOOR-MOUNTED DRAIN GRATE NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR AREA TO BE HEAVILY-SOILED AND CLOGGED WITH FOOD DEBRIS. NO EVIDENCE OF DRAIN CLOGGING OR BACKUP OBSERVED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR-MOUNTED DRAIN GRATE AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING FIXTURES EASILY-CLEANABLE.
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.