Canvass
Nov 4, 2026
9 recorded violations
Official Wording
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED HANDSINK LOCATED IN MEAT DEPARTMENT INOPERABLE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NO PLUMBING CONNECTED, HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER. NOTED 2 FOOD EMPLOYEES PREPPING MEAT IN SAID AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. 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.
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Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED 2 LARGE BOXES OF CAULIFLOWER, ONE CONTAINER OF STRAWBERRY, AND CASE OF PINK DRAGONFRUIT STORED INSIDE PRODUCE COOLER WITH VISIBLE FUZZY GRAY AND BLACK MOLD LIKE GROWTH ON FOOD SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AFFECTED PRODUCE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION FREE OF DISCOLORATION AND VISIBLE SIGNS OF MOLD. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. PIC VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME.
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.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector’s Notes
UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROOF OF TEMPERATURE MONITORING SYSTEM FOR VARIOUS COOLING UNITS LOCATED ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE .
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.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25 SMALL LIVE FLIES DURING TIME OF INSPECTION IN BAKERY, PREPARED FOODS AND SUSHI PREP/STORAGE SPACE FLYING AROUND, ON WHITE WALLS AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLING UNIT AND CARDBOARD BOXES. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE FLY ACTIVITY ON SITE. 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.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED RACKS OF STACKED SHOES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER IN CORNER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE EMPLOYEE BELONGS AWAY FROM AREAS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE TO PREVENT MISCELLANEUS FORMS OF CONTAMINATION
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.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER WITH LONG BEARD IN BAKERY WITH INEFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED TAPE FOR MENDING GASKETS ON LEFT DOOR OF GROCERY WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED DISPLAY CASING FOR ALL FRESH PRODUCE LOCATED IN GROCERY WITH ACCUMULATED MOLD LIKE AND DIRT BUILD UP ON SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED FLOORS IN ALL WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS WITH ACCUMULATED TRASH AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDER SHELVING AND PALLETES IN SAID SPACES. INSTRUCTED 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 4, 2026 · Original Source