4-101.19 OBSERVED RAW WOOD SURFACES BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AND RUST DEPOSITS INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL RAW WOOD SURFACES AND REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS IN COOLERS.
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.
6-501.12 OBSERVED FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAIN IN NEED OF CLEANING UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS.
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, Oct 7, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 27, 2026
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 5Other
Official Wording
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES AND SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEANUP POLICY AND SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED OVER 20 RODENT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE DISPLAY COOLER, ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE ELECTRICAL BOX BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER, ON THE FLOOR IN THE WASHROOM, AND IN THE REAR STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ON FAUCET OF HANDWASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE; CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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 RAW WOOD SURFACES BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AND RUST DEPOSITS INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL RAW WOOD SURFACES AND REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS IN COOLERS.
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 NO WASTE RECEPTACLES AT HANDWASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE WASTE RECEPTACLES IN ALL AREAS WASTE IS COMMONLY DISCARDED.
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 FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAIN IN NEED OF CLEANING UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS.
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 GREASE BUILDUP INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN VENTILATION HOOD 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 ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 27, 2026 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Aug 5, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
6-202.15 OBSERVED EXTERIOR SIDE DOOR NOT PEST PROOF WITH 1/4 IN GAP AT BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR DOOR TO BE TIGHT FITTING.
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.
6-501.19 OBSERVED NO SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON RESTROOM.
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.
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED PIC TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE 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, Aug 5, 2025 · Original Source
License
Aug 1, 2025
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO INSTALL HANDWASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE WITH HAND DRYING PROVISION AND HANDWASHING CLEANSER AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ##7-38-030(C).
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.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY LOCATED ON MENU FOR BREAKFAST ITEMS WHERE EGGS CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER CONNECTING MENU ITEMS TO STATEMENT FOR APPLICABLE MENU ITEMS (OVER EASY EGGS). PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005.
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 EXTERIOR SIDE DOOR NOT PEST PROOF WITH 1/4 IN GAP AT BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR DOOR TO BE ITGHT FITTING.
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 NO SELF CLOSING DEVICEON WASHROOM DOOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON RESTROOM.
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 NO OUTSIDE DUMPSTER ON SITE NOR SIGNED CONTRACT WITH DUMPSTER COMPANY. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE CONTRACT OR DUMPSTER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(B)
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 ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED PIC TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE 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.