Canvass
Oct 13, 2026
6 recorded violations
Official Wording
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE REAR PREP/ DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS COOKED CHICKEN, SOUPS, BEEF, ETC NOT PROPERLY DATED, STORED LONGER THAN 24 HOURS IN COOLERS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR RTE FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN COLD HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsOfficial Wording
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED TWO CONTAINERS STORED ON THE WINDOW SILL NEAR THE STOVE NOT COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER TO PREVENT POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial Wording
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED THE COLD WATER KNOB MISSING ON THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED THE MOP SINK IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM CLOSET, WITH OUT A CURBED BASIN TO DISPOSE WASTE WATER. OBSERVED ONLY THE FAUCET HEAD AND A FLOOR DRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL ATLEAST ONE SERVICE SINK OR CURBED CLEANING FACILITY EQUIPPED WITH FLOOR DRAIN AND MUST BE PROVIDED AND CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR CLEANING OF MOPS OR SIMILAR WET FLOOR CLEANING TOOLS AND FOR DISPOSAL OF MOP WATER OR SIMILAR LIQUID WASTE.
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.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED AN EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ALL RETAKE COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORD ON SITE.
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 13, 2026 · Original Source