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The full inspection history
6 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Sep 3, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DRAINPIPE LEAKING UNDER HANDWASHING SINK NEXT TO MOP SINK AND AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPES.
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, Sep 3, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Aug 27, 2026
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DRAINPIPE LEAKING UNDER HANDWASHING SINK NEXT TO MOP SINK AND AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPES.
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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2608171 DATED 11/29/2024. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS: 49. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 49. OBSERVED GREASE SPILLS ON THE SIDE OF THE COOKING FRYER AND HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE COOKING FRYERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 55. FOUND A HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF DIRT, GREASE, AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK, INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER, ON THE COOKS LINE, AND UNDERNEATH THE FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL-CLEAN AREAS AND MAINTAIN. 55. OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT SUCH AS FRYER AND ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL-CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS UNDERNEATH SHELVES, ALONG WALLS, AND IN CORNERS ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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, Aug 27, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Nov 29, 2024
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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 THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. 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 ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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 DEBRIS AROUND DUMSTER. 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.
: FOUND A HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF DIRT, GREASE, AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER, ON THE COOKS LINE, AND UNDERNEATH THE FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN AREAS 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, Nov 29, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Nov 19, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN BASEMENT RENDERED INACCESSIBLE DUE TO IT CLOGGED AND LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS OPEN AND ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING. 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 APPROXIMATELY 20-30 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREA. RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 10/12/2023. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED7-38-020(A)
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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 THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. 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 GREASE SPILLS ON SIDE OF COOKING FRYER AND HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE OF COOKING FRYERS. 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.
OBSERVED DEBRIS AROUND DUMSTER. 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 FOOD AND DEBRIS UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT SUCH AS FRYER AND ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS UNDERNEATH SHELVES, ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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.
5-501.17: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM.
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.
4-601.11(C): OBSERVED BUILDUP AROUND NOZZLE OF FOUNTAIN MACHINE IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SPILLAGE ON INTERIOR OF SMALL ONE DOOR COOLER UNDERNEATH COFFEE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DRIED CHEESE ON OUTSIDE OF CHEESE DISPENSER. 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.
6-501.12: OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT SUCH AS FRYER AND ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS UNDERNEATH SHELVES, ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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 12, 2023
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 SMALL FLIES IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREA. RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 10/12/2023. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED7-38-020(A)
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 NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM.
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 AND DEBRIS UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT SUCH AS FRYER AND ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS UNDERNEATH SHELVES, ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SPILLAGE ON WALKIN COOLER FLOOR. 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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED SUMMARY REPORT SHALL BE DISPLAYED VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HANDWASHING SINK NEAR UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED SOAP SHALL BE PROVIDED AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. COREECTED ON SITE MANAGER PROVIDED SOAP FOR SAID HANDWASHING SINK BEFORE INSPECTION COMPLETION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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 FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE NEAR DRIVE THRU. 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 BUILDUP AROUND NOZZLE OF FOUNTAIN MACHINE IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SPILLAGE ON INTERIOR OF SMALL ONE DOOR COOLER UNDERNEATH COFFEE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DRIED CHEESE ON OUTSIDE OF CHEESE DISPENSER. 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 NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE SO THAT IT SHALL BE EASILY LOCATED AND SERVICED.
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 DEBRIS ON GROUND SURROUNDING DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN GROUND SURROUNDING DUMPSTER 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 VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DUST ON EXTERIOR OF HOODS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND DUST ON FILTERS OF FRONT HOOD. 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.