Gorilla Sushi

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Feb 5, 2026 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

   3 critical2 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed soap and paper towels in a non-handwashing sink at the front prep area. Instructed manager to remove soap, paper towels and hand wash signage.

     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 cooked rice being dispensed in rear of facility without hand washing sink. Instructed manager to install hand washing sink or move rice cookers near hand washing sink in front prep area. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFacility upkeep

     Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

     Inspector’s note: 5-402.13 observed inadequate wastewater disposal at three compartment sink. When one compartment drains another one floods before going back down. Instructed manager to service 3 compartment sink so water drains without backing-up. Priority violation 7-38-030 (c). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 52)

     Sewage & waste water properly disposed

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: 3-307.11 observed unsecured food coolers and equipment unprotected near toilet room area where customers walk. Instructed manager to ensure locks are on coolers in customer accessible areas and that all equipment and utensils are protected from tampering and contamination.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed customer bathroom accessible through warewashing and food storage area. Instructed manager to install permanent durable barriers between bathrooms and food prep areas to prevent customers from entering areas. Manager installed curtains. Must not use curtains must use smooth, durable, non-absorbent and easily cleanable material. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

2. Feb 2, 2026 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   3 critical4 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed knife and sponge stored in hand washing sink. Instructed manager to ensure hand washing sink is for hand washing only and is accessible at all times. Items removed from hand washing sink. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.

     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 shrimp on counter held at an inadequate temperature 77 f. Instructed manager to ensure all tcs foods are held at a temperature of 41 f and below or 135 f and above. Manager discarded 7 pounds of shrimp ($25). Priority violation 7-38-005 citaiton issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • CriticalFacility upkeep

     Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed inadequate waste water disposal at three compartment sink. When one compartment drains another one floods before going back down.. Instructed manager to service 3 compartment sink. Priority violation 7-38-030 (c). Citation issued

     Official wording (code 52)

     Sewage & waste water properly disposed

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

     Inspector’s note: Observed shrimp thawing in still standing water in 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to run under cold water or thaw in cooler.

     Official wording (code 35)

     Approved thawing methods used

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed food coolers and equipment unprotected near toilet room area where customers walk. Instructed manager to ensure locks are on coolers in customer accessible areas and that all equipment is protected from tampering.

     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 3 compartment sink unable to provide a minimum hot water temperature of 110 f for wash solution temperature. Instructed manager to ensure a minimum wash solution temperature of 110 f. Hot water restored prior to conclusion of inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-025 citation issued.

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed customer bathroom accessible through warewashing and food storage area. Instructed manager to install permanent durable barriers between bathrooms and food prep areas to prevent customers from entering areas. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

3. Apr 2, 2025 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   No violations

4. Mar 27, 2025 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

5. Jul 8, 2024 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical Show violations

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs items held at the state improper temperatures in rear prep cooler: prepackaged tuna steaks held at improper temperatures between 53.6f and 56.1f. Management discarded approximately 15lbs of product valued at approximately $300. 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

6. Oct 12, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   No violations

7. Aug 2, 2022 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at the handsink in the front preparation area. Instructed to put handwashing signage at handsink informing employees to wash their hands.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed cutting boards in the front preparation area covered with deep grooves and dark stains. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain smooth, cleanable surfaces.

     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 debris on floors along walls underneath three compartment sink. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed expired allergen awareness training certiifcates. Instructed to renew expired allergen training certificates and maintain.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

8. Nov 1, 2021 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-501.11--observed a torn door gasket inside of the front 2 door prep cooler.instructed to replace the torn door gasket.

     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: 4-101.19-- instructed to detail clean the interiors of cabinets and storage shelfs at front food prep area to remove spilled dried up food debris.

     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: 6-201.15-- observed cardboard on the floor of the front prep area beneath the rubber mats. Instructed to remove the cardboard from the floor.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

9. Oct 25, 2021 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   1 critical6 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: Found in-complete consumer advisory disclosure statement on the menus. Instructed management to disclose which foods can be ordered "raw" or under cooked and link those foods with an asterisk (*) to a reminder statement that states that eating raw or under cooked foods can increase your risk of food borne illness on the menus. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed dirty wiping cloths on prep tables at front food prep area.instructed to properly store all washcloths in a sanitizing solution especially when not in use.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed a torn door gasket inside of the front 2 door prep cooler.instructed to replace the torn door gasket.

     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: Instructed to detail clean the interiors of cabinets and storage shelfs at front food prep area to remove spilled dried up food debris.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean the interior of the microwave and prep coolers.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard on the floor of the front prep area beneath the rubber mats. Instructed to remove the cardboard from the floor.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean light fixtures at front food prep area to remove accumulations of hanging dusts.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

10. Apr 5, 2021 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard boxes underneath rubber floor mats in food prep area. Instructed to remove and ensure all surfaces are smooth and cleanable.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed one certified manager without allergen training. Instructed all employees holding a city of chicago foodservice manager certificate must complete allergen training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

11. Jan 10, 2020 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general Show violations

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Time/temperature control for safety foods(tcs foods) cooked/prepared/ready-to-eat (tcs foods) in coolers must be properly dated when food products are held over 24 hours.(at this time,manager discarded cooked rice with no label/date marking (tcs foods) held over 24 hours in cooler).priority foundation violation 7-38-005,citation issued,cos.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed a torn door gasket inside of the 1 door prep cooler. Management instructed to replace the torn door gasket.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean the dried up food debris inside small toaster oven in food prep area and to maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to replace burnt-out light bulb in rear 1 door stand up cooler and maintain adequate lighting at all times.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

12. Aug 13, 2019 Conditional

    Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical1 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand sink next to 3 compartment. Instructed to install handsink with hot and cold running water, equipped with soap and paper towel next to the three compartment sink. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to properly label and date ready to eat tcs foods held over 24 hours inside coolers. Must identify product shelf life or "consume by" dating (7 days from preparation date). Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no light bulb in rear standing cooler. Instructed to replace with working light bulb.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

13. Aug 13, 2019 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical1 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand sink next to 3 compartment. Instructed to install handsink with hot and cold running water, equipped with soap and paper towel next to the three compartment sink. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to properly label and date ready to eat tcs foods held over 24 hours inside coolers. Must identify product shelf life or "consume by" dating (7 days from preparation date). Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no light bulb in rear standing cooler. Instructed to replace with working light bulb.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

14. Aug 6, 2019 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 critical6 general Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14 (a) found no employee health policy/training on site. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010 no citation issued

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 found no procedure/plan for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide and maintain required procedure/plan and appropriate supplies or kit. (necessary items at a minimum: gloves, face masks, disposable mops and appropriate sanitizer/spray that kills norovirus) priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand sink next to 3 compartment. Instructed to install handsink with hot and cold running water, equipped with soap and paper towel next to the three compartment sink. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued.

      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 tempura shrimp and mayo based sauces stored on top of prep table at improper temperature requirement with an internal temperature of 78.2 f for shrimp and 65.5 f for sauces. Instructed manager, tcs foods must maintain cold holding temperature of below 41 f and hot holding temperature of above 135 f. Management discarded the said food product. Total value$ 27.00 and total weight 2 lbs. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to properly label and date ready to eat tcs foods held over 24 hours inside coolers. Must identify product shelf life or "consume by" dating (7 days from preparation date). Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 found no consumer advisory or disclosure posted and on menus for raw/undercooked foods. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed some coolers without thermometers easily accessible. Instructed to place accessible and visible thermometers in each cooler.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed containers of panko crumbs and other ingredients without labels. Instructed management to label with the common name of the ingredient.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED OVER 30 SMALL LIVE FLIES ON BACK WALL SEPARATING DINING AREA FROM PREP CORNER AND IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a) CITATION ISSUED.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed build up of dust on vents and dirt and debris on floor underneath three compartment sink. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain ceiling and ceiling vent cover with dust accumulation above dining area

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no light bulb in rear standing cooler.instructed to replace with working lightbulb.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

15. Jan 22, 2018 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 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: Instructed to properly store and invert clean multi-use utensils/forks/spoons (handles-up) stored on table at food prep area to prevent contamination before use and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket at the (1) door refrigerator at food prep area.Instructed to replace and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean and re-organize food prep area shelvings and interiors of cabinets and fan cover inside the rear 1 door stand-up cooler need cleaning to remove dusts build-up 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: Remove dusts accumulations at ceiling light fixtures over the sushi prep line area and detail clean and sanitize walls throughout the food prep area to remove food debris splashed and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer inside the sushi prep line cooler.Instructed to provide and maintain a working visible thermometer inside said cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to properly store wiping cloths in a clean bucket with sanitizing solution and maintain.

16. Aug 21, 2017 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

17. Aug 10, 2017 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food properly thawed

      Inspector’s note: Found potentially hazardous foods (raw fish) improperly thawing in a bucket with water. Noted raw fish internal temperature of 36.7f. Instructed manager, thawing of frozen food for further processing of use must be accomplished by storage in a cooler at 40.0f or by another approved method (under potable running water at a temperature of below 70.0f, with sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose into the overflow or in a microwave oven only when the food will be immediately transferred to a conventional cooking facilities as part of a continuous cooking process). Serious 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: Found front entrance bottom door not rodent proofed with 1/4 inch gap/opening. Instructed to rodent proof bottom of the said door. Serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found knives stored laying underneath exposed hand sink cabinet behind front prep area. Instructed to properly store knives in a knife rack or magnetic strip.-------------instructed to re caulk worn out caulking with black mold like build-up around mop sink in front prep area.------------must clean and repaint rusty exterior top of grease box underneath 3 compartment sink in front prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain ceiling vent cover with excessive dust inside washroom and ceiling vent cover above dining/storage area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide thermometer visible inside all coolers.

18. Dec 13, 2016 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 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 and debris on the floors under and around equipment and along the walls. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Not all foodhandlers have foodhandler certificates. Instructed facility to correct and maintain.

19. Dec 5, 2016 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical7 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed the exposed handsink inaccessible due to a large bucket of water and fish sitting inside the handsink. Instructed facility to maintain handsink accessible at all times. Facility corrected during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food properly thawed

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper thawing: facility had frozen fish in a large bucket of water in the exposed handsink with no water continuously running. Fish was at a temperature of 32.3f. Facility corrected during inspection by placing under running water in the three compartment sink. Instructed facility that thawing must only occur via an approved method: Thawing of frozen food for further processing of use shall be accomplished by storage in a refrigerator at 40°F or less, under potable running water at a temperature of 70°F or below, with sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose food particles into the overflow, or In a microwave oven only when the food will be immediately transferred to conventional cooking facilities as part of a continuous cooking process or when the entire, uninterrupted cooking process takes place in the microwave oven. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed not city of Chicago certified foodservice manager on site. Instructed facility that a city of Chicago certified foodservice manager must be on site at all times when potentially hazardous foods (fish, shrimp, etc) are being prepared and/or served. Serious violation 7-38-012(a).

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations not corrected from report # 1948784, dated 8-4-16: Violation 30- "Instructed facility to label and maintain all prepared foods." Violation 34- "Observed the floor around the grease trap to have dirt and debris. Instructed facility to clean and maintain." Violation 38- "Observed an old drain pipe near the utility sink that is uncapped. Instructed facility to cap and maintain." Violation 43- "Observed cleaning rags stored on counters out of cleaning solution and a dirty worn wash cloth on top of the toaster oven and knives stored on top of it. Instructed facility to store knives in a sanitary manner and to not store washcloths on prep tables or toaster oven." Instructed to correct all and maintain. Serious violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and food debris on prep surface areas. Instructed facility 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: Observed dirt and debris on the floors under and around equipment and along the walls. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers working without hair restraints. Instructed facility that all food handlers must work with hair restraints. Correct and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Not all foodhandlers have foodhandler certificates. Instructed facility to correct and maintain.

20. Aug 4, 2016 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Observed the sushi display cooler, unused, maintaining a temperature of 48.1f. Operator stated that it had not been working. Tagged cooler held for inspection by CDPH. Instructed not to use until CDPH approves. Instructed to repair and maintain so cooler maintains a temperature of 40f or below. No citation issued. 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: Observed 9lbs of food at improper temperatures on the prep tables: Fish ranging from 44.2f-68.1f, scallops at 65.6f, sushi at 70.1f, in the toaster oven which was not on: 1lb of fish at 121.3f. Operator discarded and denatured said food valued at $120 (as stated by operator). Instructed to maintain at 40f or below or 140f or above. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(a).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed facility to label and maintain all prepared foods.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floor around the grease trap to have dirt and debris. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed an old drain pipe near the utility sink that is uncapped. Instructed facility to cap and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed cleaning rags stored on counters out of cleaning solution and a dirty worn wash cloth on top of the toaster oven and knives stored on top of it. Instructed facility to store knives in a sanitary manner and to not store washcloths on prep tables or toaster oven.

21. Aug 4, 2016 Closed

    Canvass · Out of Business

    The inspector found this business closed.

    No violations

22. May 12, 2015 Pass

    License · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No splash guard between the exposed hands sink and prep counter,instructed to provide on both side of the exposed hands sink splash guard,surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material wood under the counter top surface not smooth,cleanable.surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Five light fixture above the sushi prep/serving area,instructed to provide light shield or provide coated light bulbs.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: No stem thermometer provided on premises,instructed to provide.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed wood and other items on floor and by the wall outside rear area/gangway. Must remove items mentioned to minimize rodent activity