OBSERVED THE WASHROOM FIXTURES DIRTY. 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.
FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASES AND IN CORNER IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA AND IN THE WALK IN COOLER.
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
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 2, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 19, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.14: MUST CLEAN FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 19, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 11, 2025
Fail
13 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(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 FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE OBSERVED 3 METAL PANS AND 3 LIDS INSIDE OF SAID HAND SINK ARTICLES WERE REMOVED DURING INSPECTION MUST KEEP HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.(COS)(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 EVIDENCE OF APPX. 30 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND GREASE TRAP AT FRONT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,ON CONCRETE LEDGE ON SALES FLOOR NEXT TO BAGS OF MELTING SALT,ON FLOOR ON LEFT SIDE OF REAR 2- DOOR PREP COOLER,ON FLOOR NEXT TO MOPSINK.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/11/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(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.
MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN COOLER AND PLACE ON ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.
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.
MUST CLEAN GREASE ,DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM UNUSED COOLER ON SALES FLOOR& REAR PREP AREA,SLUSHEE PREP TABLE,WINDOW SILLS,DISPLAY SHELVES ON SALES FLOOR,ROLLING CART.
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.
MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES(CRATES,TOOL BAG,BOXES,SHOES,ETC) OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN FRONT PREP/DISH WASHING AREA AND STORE PROPERLY.
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
MUST CLEAN FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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.
MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR NEW EMPLOYEE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2590407 3/5/24 NOT CORRECTED-#37-3-302.12 : MUST LABEL SQUEEZE BOTTLES WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.#38-6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.#47-4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM METAL SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER,FOIL LINED ON PREP TABLE NEAR GRILL.#49- 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER.MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PREP TABLE,GRILL TABLE,FRYER CABINETS,UNUSED ICE CREAM FREEEZER ON SALES FLOOR,WALK IN COOLER- SHELVING UNITS,POP SLEEVES. #55-6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DIRT BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR OF TOILET ROOM DOOR.:#55- 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS,SPILLS AND DIRT BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING TOILET ROOM AND WALK IN COOLER.(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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 11, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 5, 2024
Pass
7 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL SQUEEZE BOTTLES WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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.
6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT 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.
4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM METAL SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER,FOIL LINED ON PREP TABLE NEAR GRILL
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.
5-501.11 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND TRASH FROM GROUND NEAR GARBAGE DUMPSTERS AND OTHER BUSINESS WALK WAY,REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND SHELVING UNITS FROM REAR YARD AS WELL 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.
6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DIRT BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR OF TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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) : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER.MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PREP TABLE,GRILL TABLE,FRYER CABINETS,UNUSED ICE CREAM FREEEZER ON SALES FLOOR,WALK IN COOLER- SHELVING UNITS,POP SLEEVES.
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.
6-501.18 : MUST CLEAN SOILED TOILET IN TOILET ROOM.
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 5, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 27, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
MUST LABEL SQUEEZE BOTTLES WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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 WORN AND PITTED CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR PREP AREA REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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.
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.
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND TRASH FROM GROUND NEAR GARBAGE DUMPSTERS AND OTHER BUSINESS WALK WAY,REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND SHELVING UNITS FROM REAR YARD AS WELL 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 EVIDENCE OF APPX. 25 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,ON CONCRETE LEDGE BEHIND DISPLAY SHELF ALONG WEST WALL,ON LOWER SHELF OF CHIP DISPLAY.ALSO 2- DEAD MICE ON GLUEBOARD UNDER COLD HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT ON SALES FLOOR AND NEXT TO SHELVING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND DEAD MICE CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 2/27/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(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.
MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER.MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PREP TABLE,GRILL TABLE,FRYER CABINETS,UNUSED ICE CREAM FREEEZER ON SALES FLOOR,WALK IN COOLER- SHELVING UNITS,POP SLEEVES.
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.
MUST CLEAN DIRT BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR OF TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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.