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The full inspection history
6 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 12, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HNALDER CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE FOO HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
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, Mar 12, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 25, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
7 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
FOUND NO CHEMICAL SANITIZER AT LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE AT SANITIZING CYCLE. INSTRUCTED THAT THE SANITIZING AGENT MUST DISPENSE DURING THE SANITIZING CYCLE TO READ AT 100 PPM OF CHLORINE. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CDPH UPON REQUEST. A PRIORITY VIOLATION CITATION 7-38-025 WAS ISSUED FOR EQUIPMENT STANDARDS.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SOME FOOD ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS ON SHELVES PROVIDED INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER. CORRECTED ON SITE.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE FRYER AND WOK STATION. CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER TO REMOVE 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.
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SINKS DRAINING SLOWLY: HANDSINK IN DISHWASHING AREA, THIRD COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE COMP SINK AND HANDSINKS IN BOTH WASHROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT SO THAT SINKS DRAIN PROPERLY. OBSERVED THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE COMP SINK LEAKING FROM THE PIPE UNDERNEATH; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. OBSERVED THE ONE COMP SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA LEAKING FROM THE PIPE UNDERNEATH; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. INTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE STORAGE ROOM NEXT TO THE WALK-IN COOLER. INTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR AND DRAINS UNDER THE SINK AND DISHMACHINE IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING VENTS WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
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
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE HOODED AREA OVER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED 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 EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
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, Feb 25, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 31, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE PIPES ON THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE. 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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
UPON ARRIVAL, OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION WHILE FOOD ITEMS WERE BEING PREPARED. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE FOOD ITEMS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. 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 HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK NEAR THE DISHWASHNG AREA. 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.
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SHELLSTOCK TAG ATTACHED TO A CONTAINER OF CLAMS, LOCATED IN THE PREP COOLER, AT TIME OF INSPECTION. ALSO, NO SHELLSTOCK TAGS WERE OBSERVED ON SITE. INFORMED MANAGER THAT TAG MUST REMAIN ATTACHED TO CONTAINER UNTIL CONTAINER IS EMPTY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE APPROVAL SOURCES OF SHELLFISH AND MAINTAIN TAGS FOR 90 DAYS ON PREMISES IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER CORRELATED TO THE DATE THAT IS RECORDED ON THE TAG OR LABEL. APPROXIMATELY 8LBS AT $65 WORTH OF PRODUCT DISCARDED. 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SINK STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS 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, Mar 31, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 20, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DUST AND DEBRIS BEHIND THE DEEP FREEZERS IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 20, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 26, 2023
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 26, 2023 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 23, 2023
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO MAINTAIN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE AS WELL AS CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA NEXT TO DISHWASHER WITH BASIN FULL OF BOTTLES AND GLOVES. OBSERVED HANDSINK IN REAR OF KITCHEN AREA BLOCKED BY FREEZER AND GARBAGE CAN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS AND MAINTAIN ALL HANDSINKS TO BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #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 FOOD IN DRY STORAGE PREP AREA TO BE ADULTERATED SHOWING EVIDENCE OF CHEWING BY RODENTS(MICE). MOUSE DROPPINGS FOUND INSIDE FLOUR AND RICE BULK CONTAINERS.INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DISCARD AND MAINTAIN ALL FOOD TO BE PROTECTED AND UNADULTERATED FROM PREMISES AND PEST. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED RICE AT COST OF $25. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
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 TCS FOOD (PORK) AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERTATURE OF 54F IN DINING ROOM SELF SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL COLD HELD FOODS MUST BE AT 41F OR BELOW. PERSON IN CHARGE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 5LBS OF PORK AT COST OF $40. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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 DEAD MICE THROUGHOUT BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL DEAD MICE AND SANITIZE AREAS.
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 BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR OF 2-DOOR COLD HOLD UNITS IN STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE 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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH FOODSERVICE MANAGER 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.
OBSERVED HOLES IN WALLS IN BASEMENT CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST HARBORAGE.
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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2577937 NOT CORRECTED; #45 FOUND SOME FOOD ITEMS STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN WALK-IN FREEZER; INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE BAGS ONLY FOR FOOD STORAGE. #55 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. #56 OBSERVED THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING AND THE VENT ABOVE THE DISHMACHINE IS IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN BOTH. #58 INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO COME INTO COMPLIANCE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.