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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Canvass
Dec 16, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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 WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST 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, Dec 16, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 21, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
7 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE, WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED 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.
6-202.13: OBSERVED STICKY TRAPS FILLED WITH DEAD BUGS ON THE CEILINGS IN THE SHOPPING AISLES, ABOVE THE BUTCHER PREP TABLES, AND ABOVE THE FISH TANKS IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE STICKY TRAPS AND REFRAIN FROM STORING INSECT STICKY TRAPS ABOVE FOOD PREP TABLES AND FISH TANKS.
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
3-305.11: OBSERVED MULTIPLE BINS OF FOOD ITEMS OPEN THROUGHOUT THE FACILTIY AND NOT COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE ITEMS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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.
3-304.14: OBSERVED WIPING TOWELS STORED ON THE HINGES OF THE EMPTY PAPER TOWEL ROLL RACK IN THE REAR DISHWAHSING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS.
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
4-301.12: OBSERVED MISSING THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE WAREWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
4-601.11(C): OBSERVED THE SHELVES IN THE SHOPPING AISLES IN NEED OF CLEANING. ALSO, OBSERVED THE PALLETS IN THE BASEMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED SURFACES.
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.
6-201.12: OBSERVED THE CEILINGS IN THE BASEMENT WITH SPIDER WEBS THROUGHOUT, ESPECIALLY ABOVE FISH TANKS. OBSERVED THE WALLS AND PIPES IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/PREP AREA WITH DUST BUILD UP AND GREASE DROPLETS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED CEILINGS AND WALLS.
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 21, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 6, 2024
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICEMANAGER CERTIFICATE, WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. INSTRUCTED A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISIONS AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE PREP AREAS AND IN THE TOILET ROOM OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST HAVE AN APPROPRIATE HAND DRYING PROVISION. 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 EXCESSIVE BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE PANEL ABOVE THE ICE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. ALSO, OBSERVED SUBSTANCE ON ICE SHIELD INSIDE OF THE UNIT. MUST REMOVE BUILD UP, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 NO UP-TO- DATE PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK ON SITE WITH THE REQUIRED INFORMATION. SERVICE REPORT PROVIDED WAS DATED IN 2023. INSTRUCTED MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORD OF VISITS, COPY OF SERVICE TICKET THAT SETS FORTH PEST CONTROL IDPH LICENSE NUMBER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (C), 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MULTIPLE BINS OF FOOD ITEMS OPEN THROUGHOUT THE FACILTIY AND NOT COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE ITEMS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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 WIPING TOWELS STORED ON THE HINGES OF THE EMPTY PAPER TOWEL ROLL RACK IN THE REAR DISHWAHSING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS.
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 THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE WAREWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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 THE SHELVES IN THE SHOPPING AISLES IN NEED OF CLEANING. ALSO, OBSERVED THE PALLETS IN THE BASEMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED SURFACES.
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 CARDBOARD BOXES ON THE FLOOR IN THE BUTCHER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECCESSARY ITEMS 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.