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No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Oct 23, 2025 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

2. Oct 15, 2025 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

   1 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalRepeat violation

     A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #16 NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2625036 DATED:: 10/08/2025 #16---4-601.11(A): Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE, DRIPPING INTO ICE "ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION". INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAINED.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY WITH NOTED VIOLATION AND MAINTAIN BY 10/17/2025, PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED.

     Official wording (code 59)

     Previous priority foundation violation corrected

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: 6-202.15---observed gap opening approx:1/4" inch at bottom middle of front main exit doors.instructed to make doors tight fitting to prevent pest entry and maintain.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

     Inspector’s note: 4-202.16---observed chipped paint and rust on the wire storage racks in the walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove chipped paint and rust and repaint or replace the shelves and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

     Inspector’s note: 4-501.12---observed stained cutting boards with deep cuts in the basement food prep area.instructed to resurface or replace the cutting boards and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.11---observed blackened, moldy wall caulking at the basement dishwashing area.instructed to replace and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

     Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified food manager on site or valid documentation on the premises while tcs foods (fish etc.) is being handled and prepared.instructed the person-in-charge that a city of chicago certified food service manager with an original city of chicago sanitation certificate must be on the premises at all times while (tcs foods) are prepared, handled, and/or served.instructed to comply as required.priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

3. Oct 8, 2025 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   3 critical5 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at main 1st floor bar hand sink.instructed to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed black slimy substances on interior water components of the ice machine, dripping into ice "ice is used for human consumption". Instructed management to turn off machine, remove ice and have interior of ice machine cleaned and sanitized and maintained.priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the low temperature dishmachine in the bar area (not-in-use) at this time of inspection;final sanitizing rinse at "0" ppm chlorine concentration.instructed manager to repair and maintain.the said dishmachine is tagged "held for inspection" at this time.a mechanical dishwashing machines should provide a final sanitizing rinse of either 50 – 100 ppm chlorine (for chemical sanitizing machine) or 180f final rinse (for hot water sanitizing machine).(** see comments below). Priority violation 7-38-025, no citation issued.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: Observed gap opening approx:1/4" inch at bottom middle of front main exit doors.instructed to make doors tight fitting to prevent pest entry and maintain.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of pest activity on the premises.approximately 40 live small flying insects observed on the walls and ceiling in the basement utility mop sink area.additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity.priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a),citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

     Inspector’s note: Observed stained cutting boards with deep cuts in the basement food prep area.instructed to resurface or replace the cutting boards and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

     Inspector’s note: Observed chipped paint and rust on the wire storage racks in the walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove chipped paint and rust and repaint or replace the shelves and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed blackened, moldy wall caulking at the basement dishwashing area.instructed to replace and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

4. Sep 25, 2025 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

5. Nov 15, 2024 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

6. Oct 24, 2024 Fail

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

   2 critical1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: 2-101.11: observed no person in charge with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate on premises. Instructed person in charge with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate must be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: 5-202.12 (a): observed improper minimum water temperatures ranging between 75.6-82.8f at handwashing sinks in facility. Observed improper minimum water temperature at handwashing sinks in basement pastry prep, basement women's wheelchair accessible stall,second floor men and women's washroom(all sinks). Instructed a handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100f through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Priority violation 7-38-030(c)citation issued.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

     Inspector’s note: 2-101.11: observed no person in charge with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate on premises. Instructed person in charge with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate must be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012 citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

7. Aug 1, 2024 Fail

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

   2 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: 5-203.11: observed no exposed sink for handwashing located in front bar first floor. Instructed to install exposed handwashing sink in front bar first floor for convenient use by employees. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: 5-202.12 (a): observed improper minimum water temperatures ranging between 75.6-82.8f at handwashing sinks in facility. Observed improper minimum water temperature at handwashing sinks in basement pastry prep, basement women's wheelchair accessible stall,second floor men and women's washroom(all sinks). Instructed a handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100f through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Priority violation 7-38-030(c)citation issued.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

     Inspector’s note: 3-307.11: observed no splash guards on right side of both handwashing sinks in sushi area. Instructed to install right side splash guards on both handwashing sinks in sushi area to prevent contamination of prep areas.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: 5-501.115: observed waste water on ground in front and on southside front of dumpster. Instructed to remove waste water from ground around said areas of dumpster and maintain.

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.11: observed condensation on ceiling of dishroom in basement. Instructed to repair mechanical ventilation in dishroom in basement to prevent condensation on ceiling of dishroom.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

8. Jul 25, 2024 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   6 critical6 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed improper minimum water temperatures ranging between 75.6-82.8f at handwashing sinks in facility. Observed improper minimum water temperature at handwashing sinks in basement pastry prep, basement women's wheelchair accessible stall,second floor men and women's washroom(all sinks). Instructed a handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100f through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Priority violation 7-38-030(c)citation issued.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in first floor rear bar. Corrected on site paper towels provided for handwashing sink at first floor rear bar. Instructed hand drying provisions shall be available at all handwashing sinks at all times. Consolidated with violation above priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no soap at handwashing sink in bar rear 1st floor bar area. Instructed hand cleanser shall be available at all handwashing sinks at all times. Corrected on site handwashing soap provided for said handwashing sink before conclusion of inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) consolidated violation citation issued

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no exposed sink for handwashing located in front bar first floor. Instructed to install exposed handwashing sink in front bar first floor for convenient use by employees. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed improper fresh hot water sanitizing rinse for a high temperature dish machine at 170.7f. Instructed to repair high temperature dish machine, the temperature of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse as it enters the manifold may not be less than 180f. Corrected on site dish machine converted to low temperature before conclusion of inspection sanitizing properly at 100ppm chlorine. Priority violation 7-38-025 citation issued

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed large ice machine in basement hallway with pink and black moldlike substance on interior walls and upper interior components. Instructed to clean and sanitize interior of large ice machine in basment hallway to prevent contamination of ice.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: Observed over 50 small flies in facility. Observed small fly activity throughout facility, observed small fly activity in such areas as bars and sushi area. Instructed to eliminate small fly activity in facility and clean affected areas. Recommended pest control service facility on or after 7/25/2024. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no splash guards on right side of both handwashing sinks in sushi area. Instructed to install right side splash guards on both handwashing sinks in sushi area to prevent contamination of prep areas.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed temperature of the wash solution in large high temperature dish machine in basement at improper temperature of 145.3f. Instructed repair high temperature dish machine in wash solution in spray type warewashers that use hot water to sanitize for a single tank, conveyor dual temperature machine may not be less than 160f. Corrected on site converted to low temperature dish machine before conclusion of inspection observed wash solution temperature at 126.4f atfer conversion to low temperature dish machine. Priority foundation violation. Citation issued 7-38-025

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed non working middle handwashing sink in men's washroom basement. Instructed to repair middle handwashing sink in men's washroom basemnt.(note there are two other handwashing sinks in said washroom that are working properly.)

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed waste water on ground in front and on southside front of dumpster. Instructed to remove waste water from ground around said areas of dumpster and maintain.

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed condensation on ceiling of dishroom in basement. Instructed to repair mechanical ventilation in dishroom in basement to prevent condensation on ceiling of dishroom.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

9. Jul 15, 2024 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

10. Dec 13, 2023 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Bulk food containers not labeled. sugar, salt... Instructed to label and maintain.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Missing insulation on basement's walk-in cooler cooling line, instructed to install to prevent condensation.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Inadequate lighting in basement's walk-in cooler. Instructed to provide more lighting.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

11. Nov 3, 2022 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical2 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at employee toilet rooms, exposed handwashing sink in basement dish area, and exposed handwashing sink in 2nd floor bar. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed several tcs items held at improper temperatures in two different areas. Observed tuna at 50.7f, crab at 49.2f, and fish at 48.3f in prep cooler in sushi bar and observed ox tail in walk in cooler at 53.2f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 135lbs of product valued at approximately $600. Instructed to maintain all tcs items at or below 41f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket on cooler in first floor prep area. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3 compartment sink in first floor bar being used as a hand washing sink. Instructed to correct.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

12. Oct 17, 2022 No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

13. Nov 22, 2021 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Found the left handwashing sink in the 2nd floor mens restroom not providing hot water. Must provide water reaching a minimum of 100f and max 120f.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found multiple ceiling tiles missing throughout the basement preparation area. Found floor tiles missing grout in the 1st floor kitchen near the fryers and the saute station. Must replace ceiling tiles and regrout tiles.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Found poor lighting in the basement dry storage area. Found multiple burned out light bulbs in the ventilation hoods. Must provide adequate lighting & replace burned out light bulbs.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

14. Feb 25, 2020 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    1 critical2 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand wash signage at exposed hand wash sinks located in sushi prep area and at main bar. Instructed to install and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a hole in the corner of the wall located next to elevator in basement. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of black slime in caulk around 3 compartment sink located in basement prep area. Instructed to remove, clean, sanitize, re-caulk, and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

15. May 20, 2019 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical3 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: No hands washing signs in staff toilet rooms, instructed to install.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Missing a splash guard at sushi station hand wash sink, instructed to install.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

      Inspector’s note: Plastic clear deli cups not air dried before stacking properly, instructed to air dry.

      Official wording (code 44)

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Damaged insulation covering for basement walk-in cooler causing condensation, instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

16. Jul 30, 2018 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical2 general Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed that all employees must be trained on the employee health policy and maintain documentation of training on site. Priority foundation violation: 7-38-012(a), no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed that raw, undercooked and/or cooked to order items are not disclosed on the menu. Instructed to provide disclosure for which items are related to the reminder (consumer advisory). Priority foundation violation: 7-38-005, no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed waste piping leaking at the left sink in the 2nd floor women's restroom. Must repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken light shield above butcher prep area. Must replace.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

17. Aug 31, 2017 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirt build up inside large gaps between tiles on floor of basement walk in coolers. Instructed to detail clean and make smooth and easily cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease on walls/ceiling behind cooler in corner of kitchen near cook line. Instructed to clean and sanitize. Maintain, at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed no splash guards on right side of hand sink on right side of sushi bar. Instructed to provide splash guard to prevent contamination.

18. Aug 24, 2017 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handler using poor hygienic practices at sushi bar. Observed food handler using bare hand contact to assemble (ready to eat) sushi rolls. Instructed manager to ensure no bare hand contact with ready to eat foods. Always use a barrier, such as tongs , single use gloves or utensils when handling ready to eat foods. Manager corrected violation during inspection. Critical Violation # 7-38-010 (A)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Observed small black flies in the following areas: 15 in rear service bar area, 5 in dish storage area, 2 in basement dish room, 20 or more at main bar. Instructed must clean and sanitize all said areas and eliminate pest activity. Observed 1 to 2 inch gap along bottom and middle of front exterior doors. Instructed manager to ensure all exterior doors are tight fitting to prevent pest entry. Serious Violation # 7-38-020

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirt build up inside large gaps between tiles on floor of basement walk in coolers. Instructed to detail clean and make smooth and easily cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease on walls/ceiling behind cooler in corner of kitchen near cook line. Instructed to clean and sanitize. Maintain, at all times. Observed stained ceiling titles in hallway basement and dish room on main floor and basement. Instructed to repair and maintain, at all times. Observed missing ceiling tiles in dry storage room in basement. Instructed to repair and maintain, at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed no splash guards on right side of hand sink on right side of sushi bar. Instructed to provide splash guard to prevent contamination.

19. Dec 6, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed standing water on floor in prep area at soup station. Must keep floor dry/clean throughout.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust build up on some ceiling tiles around vent at basement also observed missing ceiling tiles at dishmachine room. Must clean all ceiling tiles and replace missing ceiling tiles.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Instructed manager to calibrate or replace metal stem therometer for food handlers.

20. Jan 26, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris/standing water in exposed handwash bowl cabinet at sushi prep area. Must clean/keep dry interior of sink cabinet.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed food stains/food debris on wall behind dishmachine. Instructed manager to clean wall and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: No thermometer inside service bar reach in cooler. Instructed manager to provide thermometer for cooler.

21. Dec 11, 2015 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors at corners in basement prep area and around/behind heavy equipment to remove debris build-up. Clean floors in basement walk-in freezer and remove food items off of floor.

22. Dec 10, 2015 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Noted 2-dr pastry cooler at 1st floor main line, with a gallon container of soup with air temperature at 54.2f degrees. No other perishable items in cooler. Must maintain at 40f degrees or lower. Cooler tagged held for inspection. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Noted potentially hazardous food (a gallon of panang soup) in above pastry cooler with internal temperature of 53,9 f degrees. Instructed that cold food be held at 40f or lower. Manager immediately and volutarily discared food item. Approx. Wt. 1gallon, value $14.00. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Observed 30 small flying insects on wall,shelves,bottles and ceiling at rear service bar on main floor and surrounding areas. Must remove clean sanitize affected areas. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors at corners in basement prep area and around/behind heavy equipment to remove debris build-up. Clean floors in basement walk-in freezer and remove food items off of floor.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Clean ceiling at service bar area of spills and in main kitchen above service line.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Leak at plumbing of tilt skillet in basement prep area. Must repair.

23. Jun 23, 2015 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Must install a lids for all ice bins in the two bars, ist floor, and service floor,service bar and the banquet service bar. Must install a splash guard by the exposed hand sink and the drain baord for the clean glasses in the first floor service bar and the ist floor bar.

24. Jun 16, 2015 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    9 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Found front door with over one inch gap in between the 2 glass doors and side door with 1/4 of an inch gap on the bottom of the door. Instructed to rodent/insects proof the doors. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Found outside grease container not maintained. Fresh grease and debris all over the lid and surrounding rim of the lid. Surrounding areas on the ground with debris. Instructed to clean in detail and maintain the grease container lid and rim and surrounding areas. Serious violation 7-38-020. Manager asked one of the employee to clean the grease container and surrounding areas during inspection.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Must install a lids for all ice bins in the two bars, ist floor, and service bar and the banquet service bar. Must install a splash guard by the exposed hand sink and the drain baord for the clean glasses in the first floor bar and the service bar. Re-caulk along the splash guard of the 3 compartment sink in the dishwahing area basement,(caulk worn out with black moldy like substance)and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Must clean all the vent cover inside the four washroom(with dust accumulated) and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must clean in detail the floor behind the cooking equipment in the cook line (with grease accumulated)and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Walls thru-out the dishwashing area in the first floor and the service bar, needs detail cleaning.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Burned out light bulbs in the hood by the prep area in the basement. Must replace light bulbs.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Missing visible thermometer in some reach in cooler in the kitchen first floor. Must provide.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Inspector’s note: Must provide regular ice scoop with the handle for the ice behind the bar. Establishment is using a shaker to scoop the ice.

25. Nov 24, 2014 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical5 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

      Inspector’s note: Noted employees at the prep areas (rear prep 1st floor and sushi)not washing their hands or changing gloves as required. Noted employees while wearing gloves, wiped the prep table with wash cloth,use the same wash cloth to wipe a knife and then continued to wash pots(wok)at the kitchen stove with same gloves and finally proceeded to prepare food without changing gloves or washing hands. Still noted another employee while wearing gloves also cleaned the prep table and knife with wash cloth then wiped the stove and proceeded to prepare food (slicing)at the prep table. Finally noted another employee preparing sushi, cleaning prep table, knife and serving plates, then touched the trash can while throwing garbage and without changing gloves or washing hands proceeded to prepare sushi. Instructed to wash hands at all times especially while changing gloves,changing tasks or moving from one stat

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time

      Inspector’s note: Noted employees washing dishing at the dish washing machines at first and basement floors using high temperature dish washer without properly sanitizing. Temperature of dish washers were 174f at the first floor and 150 at the basement food prep area. Instructed that all high temperature must sanitize at least 180f or above. Citation issued for critical violation #7-38-030

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Noted multi use utensils (plates,cups,bowls,glasses etc) through out premises not properly stored. Instructed to invert all utensils during storage or provide a protective cover to prevent dust accumulation and contamination.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Noted food particles and debris on shelving rack at the basement food prep area also noted a grayish substance inside soda gun holders at the bar on the first floor. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Noted wet floors by the dish washer at the basement food prep area, noted unfinished floors and cracked pavement at the liquor room and at the basement.noted standing water on floor underneath equipment at the rear service station on first floor. Instructed to detail clean and maintain dry floors where ever needed....musst also clean floor drains at the rear service station.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Noted missing light bulb at the hall way by the server station on the first floor. Instructed to replace light bulb.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Noted slow drain at the hand wash sink by the stove on the first floor prep area....noted leakage at the sprayer faucet(tied with wrapping paper) at the dish washer area of the basement food prep area....noted leakage at the edge of the table of the dish washer leaking water onto the floor. Instructed to repair and/or replace and maintain.

26. May 19, 2014 Conditional

    Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    8 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: Noted no certified food manager on duty with city of chicago certificate or city of chicago food certificate on site as required by law.instructed to always have a city food certificate and a certified food manager on site at all times. Citation issued for serious violation #7-38-012.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Noted assorted food items inside coolers and freezers labeled with todays date only. Instructed to properly label all food items with product name and prepared by date or use by date

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Noted multi use utensils (plates,cups,bowls,glasses etc) through out premises not properly stored. Instructed to invert all utensils during storage or provide a protective cover to prevent dust accumulation and contamination.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain shelves inside the produce walk in cooler at the basement food prep area with liquid spills and dirt.also instructed to clean and maintain soda gun holders at the bars (first/second floors

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Noted wet floors by the dish washer at the basement food prep area, noted unfinished floors and cracked pavement at the liquor room and at the basement. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Noted walls and stained ceiling tiles with missing ceilings at the basement. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Noted light bulbs at the food prep counter used for heating utensils with no shields. Instructed to provide.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Noted wash cloths on counter tops, bar and wait stations not properly stored. Instructed to store wash cloths in a sanitizing solution especially when not in use.

27. Feb 24, 2014 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    7 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: Noted no certified food manager or original city of chicago food service certificate on site while potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served (sushi, seafood, chicken, soups etc). Manger presented a photo copy of city certificate that is not acceptable. Instructed to have the original food service certificate and food manager on site all times. By the end of inspection still no food service manager. Citation issued for serious violation #7-38-012.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Noted assorted food items inside coolers and freezers labeled with todays date only. Instructed to properly label all food items with product name and prepared by date or use by date.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Noted multi use utensils (plates,cups,bowls,glasses etc) through out premises not properly stored. Instructed to invert all utensils during storage or provide a protective cover to prevent dust accumulation and contamination.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain shelves inside the produce walk in cooler at the basement food prep area with liquid spills and dirt.also instructed to clean and maintain soda gun holders at the bars (first/second floors)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Noted light bulbs at the food prep counter used for heating utensils with no shields. Instructed to provide.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Noted some refrigeration units with no stem thermometers and the sushi bar with thermometers that are not properly calibrated. Instructed to provide accurate thermometers on all coolers for better temperature monitoring.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Noted wash cloths on counter tops, bar and wait stations not properly stored. Instructed to store wash cloths in a sanitizing solution especially when not in use.

28. Apr 10, 2013 Pass

    Suspected Food Poisoning · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Ice bucket stored at floor nest to ice machine, instructed to keep off floor.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Found several food strainers with loose wires sticking out, instructed mgr to use sound, in good repair utensils.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Ice dispencer scoop kept on ice cubes at front bar service line, instructed to keep off.

29. Mar 8, 2013 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Several food and spice containers not labeled, instructed to label. Paper plates are used as a multi-use utensils, instructed not to use.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: A vacuum packaging machine found in kitchen without proper documentation on site. Isntructed mgr not to use machine. Machine is tagged not allowed to use. Must contact office of cdph for further enquiries.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Ice maker interior surfaces not clean, instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Hand sinks full of food debris at first floor, instructed to keep clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Missing grout at kitchen floor tiles under cooking area in basement. Instructed to grout.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Dripp pan leaking in basement vegetable walking-cooler. Instructed to repair

30. Apr 16, 2012 Pass

    Consultation · Pass

    No violations

31. Mar 21, 2012 Pass

    Suspected Food Poisoning · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: FLOORS AT BOTH DISHROOMS, BAR OR REAR PREP AREA MUST BE KEPT DRY AT ALL TIMES, TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: WALLS & CEILING AROUND THE REAR BAR/WAIT STAFF STATION MUST BE FREE OF DUST OR FOOD SPILLS The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: LEAK OBSERVED UNDER THE RIGHT PANEL OF THE DISHMACHINE OPENING FOR THE DIRTY DISHES-MUST FIX. Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.

32. Feb 14, 2012 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: ALL CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP/DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: FLOORS AT COOK'S LINE, BAR & DISHROOMS MUST BE KEPT DRY AT ALL TIMES. ANY BROKEN FLOOR TILE AT 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA MUST BE REPLACED. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: FAN GUARDS OF WALK-IN COOLERS MUST BE FREE OF DUST. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: FOLLOWING PLUMBING ISSUES MUST BE ADDRESSED: LEAK AT THE BOTTOM, FRONT SECTION OF THE DISHMACHINES (2-LOCATIONS) & FAUCET WASHERS AT HANDSINKS BY THE DISHROOM AREA. Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.