4-501.12 OBSERVDD CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP CUTS AND DARK GROOVES IN PREP AREA. NSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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.
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN FRONT PREP AREA, PIPING ATTACHED TO AND ALONGSIDE HOTHOLD EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS TO PREVENT 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.
6-201.17 OBSERVED CEILING ATTACHMENTS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA MISSING AND DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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
6-303.11 OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN BASMEMENT PREP AREA. INSRUCTED TO INCREASE 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.
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE ON SITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 8, 2026
Fail
12 recorded violations
notedCode 5Other
Official Wording
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE POSTED OR ITEMS OUTLINED IN THE POLICY AVAILABLE ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS THAT CAN OCCUR IN THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INTSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING HAND SINKS WITHOUT HOT WATER DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. IN USE: FRONT AND BASEMENT PREP AREAS. BOTH PREP AREAS WERE IN USE AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT RUNNING WATER (100-120F) AT ALL HAND SINKS AS REQUIRED FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #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 THE FOLLOWING FOOD ITEMS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. APPROXIMATELY 40 LBS GROUND BEEF, 10 LBS GROUND MEAT, 50 LBS CHICKEN STEW, 20 LBS RICE,10 LBS BEEF ALL STORED IN COOLING UNITS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA. NOTED TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 49-66F AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL TCS FOODS @41F AND BELOW AT ALL TIMES AS REQUIRED. ALL SAID FOOD WAS VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED BY PIC. TOTAL COST: $400. 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.
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED PARCHA JUICE STORED INSIDE A PREMIUM DISHLIQUID BUCKET AND STORED INSIDE A 2-DOOR COOLING UNIT DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. PER CODE, CONTAINERS PREVIOUSLY USED TO STORE POSIONOUS OT TOXIC MATERIALS MAY NOT BE USED TO STORE OR DISPENSE FOOD. SAID JUICE WAS DISCARDED AT THIS TIME VOLUNTARILY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD IN FOOD-GRADE APPROVED CONTAINERS ONLY. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 75 OR MORE SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLYING THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT PREP AREA, STANDING ON BOXES CONTAINING PRODUCE, ON STORED KITCHENWARE, ON SHELVING UNITS, ON THE SURFACE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER DOOR, AND ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY ON PREMISES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #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.
OBSERVDD CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP CUTS AND DARK GROOVES IN PREP AREA. NSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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.
OBSERVED ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN FRONT PREP AREA, PIPING ATTACHED TO AND ALONGSIDE HOTHOLD EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS TO PREVENT 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 HANDSINK LOCATED IN FRONT PREP WATER POOLING ONTO THE FLOOR ONCE TURNED ON. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID SINK AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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 REMOVE ALL STACKED AND STORED SOILED UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED OUTSIDE OF BACKDOOR LEADING TO GARBAGE RECEPTACLE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECCESARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE, MUST MAINTAIN PREMISE.
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
OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN BASMEMENT PREP AREA. INSRUCTED TO INCREASE 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 NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE ON SITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 8, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Nov 25, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official Wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED IN BASEMENT PIPES SWEATING AND DRIPPING ABOVE PREP AREA INSTRUCTED TO WRAP PIPE IN PIPE INSULATION AND MAINTAIN
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 FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT. PIC GAVE FOOD HANDLER HAT
In Plain English
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.
OBSERVED 2 DOOR COOLER IN DISH WITH TORN GASKETS, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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, Nov 25, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 11, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
7 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official Wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s Notes
NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE (EGG WASH 57F, SLICED TOMATOES 52F, WHOLE RAW EGG 53F, AND COOKED GROUND PORK 54F) IN COLD HOLDING UNIT AND WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 35 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $250.00 THROUGHTHE DENATURING PROCESS. 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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s Notes
NOTED IMPROPER COLD-HOLD TEMPERATURE OF 60.5°F. INFORMED ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS SHALL MAINTAIN A PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 41°F AND BELOW. REFRIGERATOR UNIT MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (CDPH). 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.
NOTED NO LABELS FOR BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS (FLOUR AND SUGAR). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE ALL BULK AND WORKING FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH CONTENTS NAME.
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 SERVICE UTENSILS STORED BETWEEN WALL AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PERSON IN CHARGE WAS INSTRUCTED TO STOP PRACTICE AND REWASH, SANITIZE AND AIR DRY THE UTENSILS.
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED CAN OPENER WITH FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED PIC TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, 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.
OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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
OBSERVED A MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN MAIN KITCHEN CEILING LIGHT, NEAR THE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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, Jul 11, 2025 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Jul 10, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AT PREMISES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION.NO CITATION ISSUED.7-38-010.MUST PROVIDE.
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.
FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ICE MACHINE WATERLINE AND MOP SINK FAUCET.MUST PROVIDE WHERE THEY CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED.
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.
SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
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, Jul 10, 2024 · Original Source
License
Jul 8, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AT PREMISES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION.NO CITATION ISSUED.7-38-010.MUST PROVIDE.
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
FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS.MUST PROVIDE.
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.
FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ICE MACHINE WATERLINE AND MOP SINK FAUCET.MUST PROVIDE WHERE THEY CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED.
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.
SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
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.