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The full inspection history
6 inspections
Complaint
May 18, 2026
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A SMALL OPENING AT THE CORNER AREA OF THE DOOR SWEEP AT THE REAR EXIT DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DOOR SWEEP TO COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF DOOR.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE REAR BOTTOM INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS IN THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE FOOD PARTICLES AND GREASE.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS BEHIND AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN, CLEAN THE PIPES ATTACHED TO THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ALONG THE WALL TO REMOVE GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS BEHIND BAR AND IN KITCHEN WHERE NEEDED.
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.
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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, May 18, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 9, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT TWO FRONT BAR HANDSINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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 LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT FRONT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 9, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 5, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 5, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 28, 2025
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 9Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOOD/BEVERAGE. AN EMPLOYEE TOUCHED A SLICED LIME WITH BARE HAND AND PUT IT INSIDE A BEVERAGE AT THE BAR FOR A CUSTOMER. MUST USE GLOVES OR OTHER ALTERNATIVE APPROVED METHODS WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOOD AND PRODUCTS. APPROXIMATELY 1.5LB AT $4 WORTH OF PRODUCT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010, CITATION ISSUED
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNS AT THE HANDWASHING SINK BEHIND THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE IN THE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. ALSO NOTED SAID SUBSTANCE ON ICE PANEL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ICE MACHINE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. 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.
OBSERVED THE FLOORS NEAR THE CHEMICAL/MOP SINK STORAGE AREA AND WHERE THE CONTAINERS OF DRY INGREDIENTS ARE STORED WITH SLIGHT DEBRIS. 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.
3-302.12: OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS OF DRY INGREDIENTS AT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL ITEMS 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.
6-501.13: OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER THE DEEP-FRYING UNITS WITH SLIGHT GREASE BUILD UP AT THE BACK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS MORE FREQUENTLY 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, Apr 4, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 28, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
UPON ARRIVAL, OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE, WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES, WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. 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.
OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER THE DEEP-FRYING UNITS WITH SLIGHT GREASE BUILD UP AT THE BACK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS MORE FREQUENTLY 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 EXCESSIVE PINK AND BLACK SUBSTANCE BUILD UP THROUGHOUT INTERIOR PANEL ABOVE THE ICE ON THE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. ALSO NOTED SAID SUBSTANCE ON ICE PANEL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ICE MACHINES ARE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. 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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER DATE MARKING, COOKED TCS FOOD ITEMS WITHOUT DATE MARKING AND EXPIRED FOOD ITEMS STORED INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. BEEF BROTH (APPROX.6 GALLONS) WITH A PREP DATE OF 03/10-03/20, COOKED GROUND BEEF (APPRX. 8LBS) AND CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP (APPROX 1/2 GALLON) WITHOUT DATE MARKING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR COOKED FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN COLD HOLDING UNITS. COOKED FOODS MAYBE HELD ON SITE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS, STARTING WITH THE FIRST DAY OF PREPARATION. APPROXIMATELY 6 1/2 GALLONS AND 8LBS DISCARDED AT $55. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.
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 FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS OF DRY INGREDIENTS AT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL ITEMS 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE FOR THE HIGH TEMPERATRUE DISHWASHING MACHINES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, NO 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.