Canvass
Oct 15, 2026
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source
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7348 S Stony Island Ave
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Canvass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
10 recorded violations
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIME IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesWIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION AT ALL TIMES WHEN CLOTHS ARE NOT BEING USED INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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 problemsUTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
ALL SOILED LINENS MUST BE STORED IN A DIRTY LAUNDRY CONTAINER ALL SOILED TOWELS MUST BE UP OFF THE FLOOR AND MAINTAINED PROPERLY
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesFOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
WOOD SHELVING UNITS IN REAR STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEAN AND RESEALING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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 problemsNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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 problemsTOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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 problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FLOORS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND GREASE INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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 problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
HOOD VENT IN NEED OF MAINTENANCE TO INCREASE AIR FLOW OF VENT. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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 issuesALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
ALL FOOD HANDLERS WHO DO NOT HAVE SANITATION CERTIFICATES MUST HAVE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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 issuesALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
ALL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE HOLDERS MUST HAVE THE ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ON SITE
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 2, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
5 recorded violations
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
ALL WIPING CLOTHS WHEN NOT IN USE MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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 problemsNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
ALL FRYERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP AND FOOD DEBRIS INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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 problemsTOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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 problemsGARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
OUTDOOR GARBAGE AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE MINOR DEBRIS INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN
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 issuesPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD SPILLS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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 record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 9, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
5 recorded violations
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
THE PERSON IN CHARGE HAS NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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 issuesNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: BOTTOM AREA AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, STORAGE RACK FOR PACKAGED BREAD, ODOR INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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 problemsPLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
LEAKING OBSERVED FROM PIPE UNDERNEATH THE FIRST COMPARTMENT; REPAIR LEAK AT PIPE.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FOUND SOME CRACKED AND MISSING FLOOR TILE BY FRYER AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED
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 problemsALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL NEW FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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, Jan 16, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
5 recorded violations
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
THE PERSON IN CHARGE HAS NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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 issuesNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: BOTTOM AREA AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, STORAGE RACK FOR PACKAGED BREAD, ODOR INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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 problemsPLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
LEAKING OBSERVED FROM PIPE UNDERNEATH THE FIRST COMPARTMENT; REPAIR LEAK AT PIPE.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FOUND UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN UNUSED WALK IN UNIT; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO AVOID CLUTTER. FOUND UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN UTILITY SINK; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND NOT OBSTRUCT SINK.
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 problemsALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL NEW FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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, Dec 17, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 21, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
5 recorded violations
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C) ISSUED.
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 insectsNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS UNDER THE PREP TABLE NOT CLEAN; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS NOT CLEAN; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE.
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 problemsHOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE
FOUND NO RUNNING HOT WATER AT THE THREE COMP SINK OR THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) ISSUED.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingPLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED THE FAUCET AT THE UTILITY SINK NOT COMPLETELY OVER SINK BASIN AND WATER RUNS ON THE FLOOR WHEN FAUCET IS TURNED ON; INSTRUCTED TO ADJUST FAUCET OR BASIN.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. ALSO CLEAN INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE STANDING WATER OBSERVED.
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 record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 20, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
9 recorded violations
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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 issuesMANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010, CITATION ISSUED.
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 issuesINSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED A 1 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL GAP AT BOTTOM OF THE DOOR.
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 insectsNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS UNDER THE PREP TABLE NOT CLEAN; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS NOT CLEAN; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE.
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 problemsHOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE
FOUND NO RUNNING HOT WATER AT THE THREE COMP SINK OR THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) ISSUED.
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingPLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED THE FAUCET AT THE UTILITY SINK NOT COMPLETELY OVER SINK BASIN AND WATER RUNS ON THE FLOOR WHEN FAUCET IS TURNED ON; INSTRUCTED TO ADJUST FAUCET OR BASIN.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. ALSO CLEAN INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE STANDING WATER OBSERVED.
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 problemsALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 issuesALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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, Jun 17, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
3 recorded violations
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND FOOD SPILLS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF REMOVING. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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 problemsTOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
TOILET ROOM FIXTURES IN NEED OF CLEANING. TOILET SEAT IN NEED OF REPLACING. POOR REPAIR. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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 record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 1, 2023 · Original Source
Complaint
3 recorded violations
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
WIPING CLOTS USED FOR COUNTS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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 problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FLOORS IN CORNERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP OD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 problemsPLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
LEAK AT P-TRAP AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 27, 2023 · Original Source