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The full inspection history
3 inspections
Canvass
Aug 24, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
No certified food service manager on site, No certificate posted, instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
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, Aug 24, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jul 29, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15 OBSERVED 2ND FLOOR EXIT DOOR OUTER OPENING NOT PROTECTED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DOOR SWEEP IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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.
4-601.11(C) OUT C 10/18/2025 OBSERVED EQUIPMENT IN NOT IN USE BAR IN REAR AS WELL AS 2ND FLOOR IN NEED OF CLEANING. MUST REMOVE ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS FROM INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR COOLING EQUIPMENT, BAR TOP LIQUOR WELLS AND SINK BASINS IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE IN SAID SPACES.
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.
5-205.15 OBSERVED NOT IN USE BAR 2ND FLOOR SINK NOT DRAINING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REAPIR AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING 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.
6-501.13 OUT C 10/18/2025 OBSERVED TRASH/DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP BEHIND ICE MACHINE LOCATED NEXT TO MAIN BAR, UNDER ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN BAR IN REAR AND UPSTAIRS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE 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, Jul 29, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jul 18, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF PEST CONTROL SERVICE ON PREMISE. LAST NOTED SERVICE REPORT OBSERVED AT THIS TIME, DATED MAY 10TH 2023. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AS REQUIRED AND REMAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW. 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.
OBSERVED EQUIPMENT IN NOT IN USE BAR IN REAR AS WELL AS 2ND FLOOR IN NEED OF CLEANING. MUST REMOVE ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS FROM INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR COOLING EQUIPMENT, BAR TOP LIQUOR WELLS AND SINK BASINS IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE IN SAID SPACES.
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 NOT IN USE BAR 2ND FLOOR SINK NOT DRAINING DURRING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REAPIR AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING 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 TRASH/DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP BEHIND ICE MACHINE LOCATED NEXT TO MAIN BAR, UNDER ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN BAR IN REAR AND UPSTAIRS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE 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.