Canvass
Oct 19, 2026
6 recorded violations
Official Wording
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND THE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE STAFF'S TOILET ROOM CRUMBLED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial Wording
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND A FLYSTRIP HANGING IN FRONT OF THE CABINETS AND OVER THE COUNTERTOP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FLYSTRIP AND NOT HANG IN ANY FOOD AREAS. MAINTAIN SAME.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial Wording
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND THE RIGHT WASHBOWL IN THE BOYS TOILET ROOM BACK SURFACE IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REATTACH WASHBOWL TO WALL, RECAULK AROUND WASHBOWL AND PAINT WALL. MAINTAIN SAME.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial Wording
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE KITCHEN AND REAR HALLWAY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CEILING TILES 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial Wording
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND POOR LIGHTING IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING PER CITY CODE 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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial Wording
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND A FOOD HANDLER WITH AN EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 19, 2026 · Original Source