Fail

Jj Fish

411 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60612

Restaurant ZIP 60612 Risk 2 (Medium)

Failed · as of Oct 26, 2026

Jj Fish was last inspected on October 26, 2026 with a result of “Fail”. Inspectors found 3 violations.

Latest inspection

October 26, 2026 · Complaint Re-Inspection

Fail

Result: Fail

3 general
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

    Inspector’s note: -601.11(c): observed the interior of all of the cold holding and freezer units throughout the facility in need of cleaning. Also, the interior of the hot holding unit was observed with a build up of food. Also, the handwashing sinks in the front and rear food prep area were observed with old food residue on hot and cold-water knobs. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    Official wording (code 49)

    Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

    Inspector’s note: 5-501.15---observed the outside garbage area not maintained, with excessive litter, debris and food scraps on the ground around the garbage dumpster area, and the dumpster lids kept open with excessive tree rubbish waste materials.instructed to clean and maintain the outside garbage area clean and keep dumpster lids closed when not in use as required.priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b).

    Official wording (code 54)

    Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: 6-201.17: observed water-stained and damaged ceiling tiles throughout the rear and front prep area. The ceiling tiles above the food prep surface in the front were observed with dust. Instructed to replace, clean, and maintain the mentioned ceiling tiles.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

27 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical8 general Show violations
    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed continued non-compliance from report#2643736 dated on 10/05/2026 not corrected as follows: #51:5-205.15(a): observed the handwashing sink in the front prep area filled with wastewater and unable to drain. Instructed to repair the sink so that it can drain. Priority violation 7-42-090, citation issued

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.13: observed improper thawing method for tcs foods. Found frozen food items in the rinse basin of the three-compartment sink with no running water. Instructed to use proper thawing methods.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11: food handler observed without hair restraint at the time of the inspection. Instructed all food handlers to wear hair restraints while in prep areas.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(b): observed two food prep tables in the rear food prep/ dishwashing area with rust on the tabletops where food is prepared. Instructed to replace tables with rusty tabletops and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed the interior of all of the cold holding and freezer units throughout the facility in need of cleaning. Also, the interior of the hot holding unit was observed with a build up of food. Also, the handwashing sinks in the front and rear food prep area were observed with old food residue on hot and cold-water knobs. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed the handwashing sink in the front food prep area with a severe leak in the pipe. Water was profusely leaking onto the floor in the prep area when in use. Manager put a container under the leak so the handwashing sink can be used. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: See #59

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.17: observed water-stained and damaged ceiling tiles throughout the rear and front prep area. The ceiling tiles above the food prep surface in the front were observed with dust. Instructed to replace, clean, and maintain the mentioned ceiling tiles.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed the ventilation hood above the deep-frying unit with dust and in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  2. Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical7 general Show violations
    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15(a): observed the handwashing sink in the front prep/dishwashing area filled with wastewater and unable to drain. Instructed to repair the sink so that it can drain. Priority violation 7-38-030(c), citation issued

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.13: observed improper thawing method for tcs foods. Found frozen food items in the rinse basin of the three-compartment sink with no running water. Instructed to use proper thawing methods.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11: food handler observed with no hair restraint at the time of the inspection. Instructed all food handlers to wear hair restraints while in prep areas.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(b): observed two food prep tables in the rear food prep/ dishwashing area with rust on the tabletops where food is prepared. Instructed to replace tables with rusty tabletops and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed the interior of all of the cold holding and freezer units throughout the facility in need of cleaning. Also, the interior of the hot holding unit was observed with a build up of food. Also, the handwashing sinks in the front and rear food prep area were observed with old food residue on hot and cold-water knobs. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed the handwashing sink in the front food prep area with a severe leak at the pipe. Water was profusely leaking onto the floor in the prep area when in use. Manager put a container under the leak, so the handwashing sink can be used. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.17: observed water-stained and damaged ceiling tiles throughout the rear and front prep area. The ceiling tiles above the food prep surface in the front were observed with dust. Instructed to replace, clean, and maintain the mentioned ceiling tiles.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed the ventilation hood above the deep-frying unit with dust and in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  3. Fail

    Short Form Complaint · Fail

    1 critical8 general Show violations
    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the handwashing sink in the front prep/dishwashing area filled with wastewater and unable to drain. Instructed to repair the sink so that it can drain. Priority violation 7-38-030(c), citation issued

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.13: observed improper thawing method for tcs foods. Found frozen food items in the rinse basin of the three-compartment sink with no running water. Instructed to use proper thawing methods.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.111: observed approximately 6 big flies. Instructed to eliminate fly activity and clean and sanitize all affected surfaces. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a), citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11: food handler observed with no hair restraint at the time of the inspection. Instructed all food handlers to wear hair restraints while in prep areas.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(b): observed two food prep tables in the rear food prep/ dishwashing area with rust on the tabletops where food is prepared. Instructed to replace tables with rusty tabletops and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed the interior of all of the cold holding and freezer units throughout the facility in need of cleaning. Also, the interior of the hot holding unit was observed with a build up of food. Also, the handwashing sinks in the front and rear food prep area were observed with old food residue on hot and cold-water knobs. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed the handwashing sink in the front food prep area with a severe leak at the pipe. Water was profusely leaking onto the floor in the prep area when in use. Manager put a container under the leak, so the handwashing sink can be used. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.17: observed water-stained and damaged ceiling tiles throughout the rear and front prep area. The ceiling tiles above the food prep surface in the front were observed with dust. Instructed to replace, clean, and maintain the mentioned ceiling tiles.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed the ventilation hood above the deep-frying unit with dust and in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  4. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    7 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.13: observed improper thawing method for tcs foods. Found frozen food items in the rinse basin of the three-compartment sink with no running water. Instructed to use proper thawing methods.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11: food handler observed with no hair restraint at the time of the inspection. Instructed all food handlers to wear hair restraints while in prep areas.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(b): observed two food prep tables in the rear food prep/ dishwashing area with rust on the tabletops where food is prepared. Instructed to replace tables with rusty tabletops and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed the interior of all of the cold holding and freezer units throughout the facility in need of cleaning. Also, the interior of the hot holding unit was observed with a buildup of food. Also, the handwashing sinks in the front and rear food prep area were observed with old food residue on hot and cold-water knobs. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed the handwashing sink in the front food prep area with a severe leak at the pipe. Water was profusely leaking onto the floor in the prep area when in use. Manager put a container under the leak, so the handwashing sink can be used. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.17: observed water-stained and damaged ceiling tiles throughout the rear and front prep area. The ceiling tiles above the food prep surface in the front were observed with dust. Instructed to replace, clean, and maintain the mentioned ceiling tiles.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed the ventilation hood above the deep-frying unit with dust and in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  5. Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical7 general Show violations
    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: 8-404.13 (b:3): observed continued non-compliance from report# 2640080 dated: 07/23/2026 not corrected #10: 6-301.14: observed no handwashing signage in the toilet room handwashing sink. Instructed to provide and maintain. #47: 4-201.11: observed the door on the far-left side of the three-door cooler in the front food prep area taped closed, but not able to completely close. #49: 4-601.11(c): observed equipment on site in need of cleaning. The crevices of the exterior of the cold holding equipment, the shelves under the food prep tables, and cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain. #55: 6-501.12: observed the floors throughout the facility in need of deep cleaning. Especially in the toilet room, the corners of floors surrounding cold holding equipment, and behind cooking equipment under the ventilation hood. Instructed to clean and maintain. #57: 2-102.13: observed no food…

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.13: observed improper thawing method for tcs foods. Found frozen food items in the rinse basin of the three-compartment sink with no running water. Instructed to use proper thawing methods.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11: food handler observed with no hair restraint at the time of the inspection. Instructed all food handlers to wear hair restraints while in prep areas.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(b): observed two food prep tables in the rear food prep/ dishwashing area with rust on the tabletops where food is prepared. Instructed to replace tables with rusty tabletops and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed the interior of all of the cold holding and freezer units throughout the facility in need of cleaning. Also, the interior of the hot holding unit was observed with a buildup of food. Also, the handwashing sinks in the front and rear food prep area were observed with old food residue on hot and cold-water knobs. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed the handwashing sink in the front food prep area with a severe leak at the pipe. Water was profusely leaking onto the floor in the prep area when in use. Manager put a container under the leak, so the handwashing sink can be used. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.17: observed water-stained and damaged ceiling tiles throughout the rear and front prep area. The ceiling tiles above the food prep surface in the front were observed with dust. Instructed to replace, clean, and maintain the mentioned ceiling tiles.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed the ventilation hood above the deep-frying unit with dust and in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  6. Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical7 general Show violations
    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed continued non-compliance from report# 2640080 dated: 07/23/2026 not corrected #10: 6-301.14: observed no handwashing signage in the toilet room handwashing sink. Instructed to provide and maintain. #47: 4-201.11: observed the door on the far-left side of the three-door cooler in the front food prep area taped closed, but not able to completely close. #49: 4-601.11(c): observed equipment on site in need of cleaning. The crevices of the exterior of the cold holding equipment, the shelves under the food prep tables, and cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain. #55: 6-501.12: observed the floors throughout the facility in need of deep cleaning. Especially in the toilet room, the corners of floors surrounding cold holding equipment, and behind cooking equipment under the ventilation hood. Instructed to clean and maintain. #57: 2-102.13: observed no food handler…

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.13: observed improper thawing method for tcs foods. Found frozen food items in the rinse basin of the three-compartment sink with no running water. Instructed to use proper thawing methods.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11: food handler observed with no hair restraint at the time of the inspection. Instructed all food handlers to wear hair restraints while in prep areas.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(b): observed two food prep tables in the rear food prep/ dishwashing area with rust on the tabletops where food is prepared. Instructed to replace tables with rusty tabletops and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed the interior of all of the cold holding and freezer units throughout the facility in need of cleaning. Also, the interior of the hot holding unit was observed with a buildup of food. Also, the handwashing sinks in the front and rear food prep area were observed with old food residue on hot and cold-water knobs. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed the handwashing sink in the front food prep area with a severe leak at the pipe. Water was profusely leaking onto the floor in the prep area when in use. Manager put a container under the leak, so the handwashing sink can be used. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.17: observed water-stained and damaged ceiling tiles throughout the rear and front prep area. The ceiling tiles above the food prep surface in the front were observed with dust. Instructed to replace, clean, and maintain the mentioned ceiling tiles.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed the ventilation hood above the deep-frying unit with dust and in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  7. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical11 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15(a): observed the handwashing sink in the rear prep/dishwashing area filled with black water and unable to drain. Instructed to repair the sink so that it can drain. Priority violation 7-38-030(c), citation issued

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.13: observed improper thawing method for tcs foods. Found frozen food items in the rinse basin of the three-compartment sink with no running water. Instructed to use proper thawing methods.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: 4-302.12: observed no probe stem thermometer for taking food temperatures. Must provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005, citation issued

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.111: observed approximately 7 big flies and 5 small flies flying throughout the entire facility. Instructed to eliminate fly activity and clean and sanitize all affected surfaces. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a), citation issued.

      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: 6-202.13: observed three sticky fly traps filled with about 15 or more dead big flies stored above food prep tables in the rear prep/dishwashing area. Instructed to replace and stop storing insect control devices above food prep tables and surfaces.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11: food handler observed with no hair restraint at the time of the inspection. Instructed all food handlers to wear hair restraints while in prep areas.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(b): observed two food prep tables in the rear food prep/ dishwashing area with rust on the tabletops where food is prepared. Instructed to replace tables with rusty tabletops and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed the interior of all of the cold holding and freezer units throughout the facility in need of cleaning. Also, the interior of the hot holding unit was observed with a buildup of food. Also, the handwashing sinks in the front and rear food prep area were observed with old food residue on hot and cold water knobs. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed the handwashing sink in the front food prep area with a severe leak at the pipe. Water was profusely leaking onto the floor in the prep area when in use. Manager put a container under the leak, so the handwashing sink can be used. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.17: observed water-stained and damaged ceiling tiles throughout the rear and front prep area. The ceiling tiles above the food prep surface in the front were observed with dust. Instructed to replace, clean, and maintain the mentioned ceiling tiles.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed the ventilation hood above the deep-frying unit with dust and in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: 8-404.13(b:4): observed previous core violations from report #2635574, date 04/23/2026, not corrected. #10: 6-301.14: observed no handwashing signage in the toilet room handwashing sink. Instructed to provide and maintain. #37: 3-302.12: observed bulk dry ingredient storage containers in rear prep area not labeled with common food name. Instructed to label and maintain. #38: 6-202.15: observed the front door open. Instructed to keep door closed to make facility rodent proof and maintain. 47: 4-201.11: observed the door on the far-left side of the three-door cooler in the front food prep area unable to remain closed. Instructed to repair and maintain. #49: 4-601.11(c): observed equipment on site in need of cleaning. The crevices of the exterior of the cold holding equipment, the shelves under the food prep tables, and cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain. #55: 6-501.12:…

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-101.11: observed no certified food manager on site during the inspection while open and operating. Instructed that a certified food manager must be on site at all times while foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued initial inspection

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  8. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    4 critical11 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Hot food was held below a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper hot holding temperatures of tcs foods at the time of the inspection. Found a full pan of fried fish (100.8f) and another full pan of fried chicken (95.9f) inside a hot holding unit that was not turned on, and the door was not shut. Also, found fried chicken in a container out at room temperature near the deep-frying unit at 85.8f. Instructed that the hot holding temperature requirement is 135f or above for all cooked foods. Approximately 20lbs at $178 worth of product discarded. Priority 7-38-005, citation issued

      Official wording (code 21)

      Proper hot holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods at the time of the inspection. Found inside the walk-in cooler a full pan of whole fish at 53.4f. Also, found stored inside a three-door cold holding unit the following: raw chicken tenderloins (55.8f), raw fish tails, filet, fish steak, perch fish, and salmon ranging (50.0f-52.3f), shrimp (52.2f-53.2), chicken liver (48.9f). Instructed all cold holding foods must reach and maintain 41f or below. Approximately 15lbs at $235 worth of product discarded at this time. Priority violation 7-38-005, citation consolidated with violation #21

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold holding temperature for three-door cold holding unit in front prep area, filled with tcs foods. Temperature of unit was 50.4f instructed all cold holding units must reach and maintain 41f or below. Unit tagged at this time, please read comments for tag removal instructions. Priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the handwashing sink in the rear prep/dishwashing area filled with black water and unable to drain. Instructed to repair the sink so that it can drain. Priority violation 7-38-030(c), citation issued

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper thawing method for tcs foods. Found frozen food items in the rinse basin of the three-compartment sink with no running water. Instructed to use proper thawing methods.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: 4-302.12: observed no probe stem thermometer for taking food temperatures. Must provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005, citation issued

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 7 big flies and 5 small flies flying throughout the entire facility. Instructed to eliminate fly activity and clean and sanitize all affected surfaces. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a), citation issued.

      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 three sticky fly traps filled with about 15 or more dead big flies stored above food prep tables in the rear prep/dishwashing area. Instructed to replace and stop storing insect control devices above food prep tables and surfaces.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Food handler observed with no hair restraint at the time of the inspection. Instructed all food handlers to wear hair restraints while in prep areas.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed two food prep tables in the rear food prep/ dishwashing area with rust on the tabletops where food is prepared. Instructed to replace tables with rusty tabletops and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the interior of all of the cold holding and freezer units throughout the facility in need of cleaning. Also, the interior of the hot holding unit was observed with a buildup of food. Also, the handwashing sinks in the front and rear food prep area were observed with old food residue on hot and cold water knobs. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the handwashing sink in the front food prep area with a severe leak at the pipe. Water was profusely leaking onto the floor in the prep area when in use. Manager put a container under the leak, so the handwashing sink can be used. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed water-stained and damaged ceiling tiles throughout the rear and front prep area. The ceiling tiles above the food prep surface in the front were observed with dust. Instructed to replace, clean, and maintain the mentioned ceiling tiles.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the ventilation hood above the deep-frying unit with dust and in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations from report #2635574, date 04/23/2026, not corrected. #10: 6-301.14: observed no handwashing signage in the toilet room handwashing sink. Instructed to provide and maintain. #37: 3-302.12: observed bulk dry ingredient storage containers in rear prep area not labeled with common food name. Instructed to label and maintain. #38: 6-202.15: observed the front door open. Instructed to keep door closed to make facility rodent proof and maintain. 47: 4-201.11: observed the door on the far-left side of the three-door cooler in the front food prep area unable to remain closed. Instructed to repair and maintain. #49: 4-601.11(c): observed equipment on site in need of cleaning. The crevices of the exterior of the cold holding equipment, the shelves under the food prep tables, and cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain. #55: 6-501.12: observed the…

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on site during the inspection while open and operating. Instructed that a certified food manager must be on site at all times while foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training certificate on site. Instructed all certified food managers must take course and maintain records on site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  9. Conditional

    Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

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    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14: observed no handwashing signage in toilet room handwashing sink. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-302.12: observed bulk dry ingredient storage containers in rear prep area not labeled with common food name. Instructed to label and maintain.

      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: 6-202.15: observed the front and rear doors open. Instructed to keep doors closed to make facility rodent proof 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: 4-201.11: observed the door on the far-left side of three door cooler in the front food prep area unable to remain closed. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed equipment on site in need of cleaning. The crevices of the outerior of the cold holding equipment, the shelves under the food prep tables, and cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: observed the floors throughout the facility in need of deep cleaning. Especially in the toilet room, the corners of floors surrounding cold holding equipment, and behind cooking equipment under the ventilation hood. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-304.11: observed the ventilation hood in the front food prep area not working. Facility is smoky and have strong fumes from cooking. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager with a valid city of chicago food service manager certificate on site, during the inspection while open and operating. Instructed a certified food manager must be on site at all times while open and operating. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: observed no food handler certificates on site. Instructed all food handlers must take course and maintain records on site.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  10. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14: observed no handwashing signage in toilet room handwashing sink. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-302.12: observed bulk dry ingredient storage containers in rear prep area not labeled with common food name. Instructed to label and maintain.

      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: 6-202.15: observed the front and rear doors open. Instructed to keep doors closed to make facility rodent proof 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: 4-201.11: observed the door on the far-left side of three door cooler in the front food prep area unable to remain closed. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed equipment on site in need of cleaning. The crevices of the outerior of the cold holding equipment, the shelves under the food prep tables, and cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: observed the floors throughout the facility in need of deep cleaning. Especially in the toilet room, the corners of floors surrounding cold holding equipment, and behind cooking equipment under the ventilation hood. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-304.11: observed the ventilation hood in the front food prep area not working. Facility is smoky and have strong fumes from cooking. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: observed no food handler certificates on site. Instructed all food handlers must take course and maintain records on site.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  11. Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 critical6 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14: observed no handwashing signage in toilet room handwashing sink. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed continued non-compliance from report#2632652, dated on 03/17/2026. #48: 4-302.14: observed still no sanitizer test strip kit on-site at the time of inspection to test concentration of sanitizer in 3 compartment sink. Instructed to have a test strip kit on site at all times to monitor the strength of the sanitizer properly. Priority violation 7-42-090, citation issued

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-302.12: observed bulk dry ingredient storage containers in rear prep area not labeled with common food name. Instructed to label and maintain.

      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: 6-202.15: observed the front and rear doors open. Instructed to keep doors closed to make facility rodent proof 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: 4-201.11: observed the door on the far-left side of three door cooler in the front food prep area unable to remain closed. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed equipment on site in need of cleaning. The crevices of the outerior of the cold holding equipment, the shelves under the food prep tables, and cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: observed the floors throughout the facility in need of deep cleaning. Especially in the toilet room, the corners of floors surrounding cold holding equipment, and behind cooking equipment under the ventilation hood. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-304.11: observed the ventilation hood in the front food prep area not working. Facility is smoky and have strong fumes from cooking. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-101.11: observed no certified food manager with a valid city of chicago food service manager certificate on site, during the inspection while open and operating. An expired servsafe certificate was provided (12/6/2025). Instructed a certified food manager must be on site at all times while open and operating. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: observed no food handler certificates on site. Instructed all food handlers must take course and maintain records on site.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  12. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    1 critical9 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage in toilet room handwashing sink. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no probe stem thermometer for taking food temperatures. Must provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005, citation issued

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk dry ingredient storage containers in rear prep area not labeled with common food name. Instructed to label and maintain

      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 approximately 45 or more mice droppings on site. Mice droppings were found on the floors in the following areas: the toilet room, surrounding the food prep tables in rear and front prep areas, near the grease trap under the three compartment sink, in the hot water tank storage area. Instructed to remove mice droppings, clean, sanitize and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a), citation issued.

      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 the front and rear doors open. Instructed to keep doors closed to make facility rodent proof 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: Observed the door on the far-left side of three door cooler in the front food prep area unable to remain closed. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no sanitizer test strip kit on-site at the time of inspection to test concentration of sanitizer in 3 compartment sink. Instructed to have a test strip kit on site at all times to monitor the strength of the sanitizer properly. Priority foundation 7-38-005, citation issued

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed equipment on site in need of cleaning. The crevices of the outerior of the cold holding equipment, the shelves under the food prep tables, and cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floors throughout the facility in need of deep cleaning. Especially in the toilet room, the corners of floors surrounding cold holding equipment, and behind cooking equipment under the ventilation hood. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the ventilation hood in the front food prep area not working. Facility is smoky and have strong fumes from cooking. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on site during the inspection while open and operating. Instructed a certified food manager must be on site at all times while open and operating. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler certificates on site. Instructed all food handlers must take course and maintain records on site.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  13. Conditional

    Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-301.12: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT THE HAND SINK IN THE PREP AREA FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-030(C).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Violation code #4-602.13: must clean the plastic storage shelves in the walk-in cooler, the exterior of the bulk storage containers and interior of the reach in coolers to remove spills and/or debris.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 5-205.15: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE 3 COMP SINK FAUCET NECK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 2-101.11: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TSC FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS CHICKEN AND FISH. INSURCTED MANAGER A CITY CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY/SITE AT ALL TIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  14. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 must clean the plastic storage shelves in the walk-in cooler, the exterior of the bulk storage containers and interior of the reach in coolers to remove spills and/or debris.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed a leak at the 3 comp sink faucet neck. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  15. Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: 8-404.13 (B:3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #54 DUMPSTER IN POOR REPAIR (MISSING LIDS) NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2621920, DATE 8/7/25. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090. Violation Codes: 5-501.115 Inspector Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE AREA AROUND THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AND GREASE CONTAINER. MUST MAINTAIN TO PREVENT HARBORAGE FOR PESTS.

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed the food handler in the prep area without proper hair restraint. Must provide and maintain at all times in the food prep areas.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 must clean the plastic storage shelves in the walk-in cooler, the exterior of the bulk storage containers and interior of the reach in coolers to remove spills and/or debris.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed a leak at the 3 comp sink faucet neck. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No valid city of chicago certified manager on duty while tsc foods are being prepared, handled and served such as chicken and fish. Insurcted manager a city certified food service manager must be on duty/site at all time. Priority foundation citation issued #7-38-012.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  16. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the food handler in the prep area without proper hair restraint. Must provide and maintain at all times in the food prep areas.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the plastic storage shelves in the walk-in cooler, the exterior of the bulk storage containers and interior of the reach in coolers to remove spills and/or debris.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a leak at the 3 comp sink faucet neck. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the outside dumpster in poor repair (missing lids). Must provide and maintain to prevent access to possible food source. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(b).

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean the area around the outside dumpster and grease container. Must maintain to prevent harborage for pests.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  17. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

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    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no written employee health policy on the premises. Management instructed to have a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a box of frozen chicken pieces thawing on top of the drainboard for the 3-compartment sink. Management instructed to properly thaw all tcs foods.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed a dead cockroach on top of the stainless steel storage shelf above the 3 compartment sink. Management instructed to clean and sanitize the affected area.

      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 rusted storage shelves inside of the 1-door prep cooler. Management instructed to repaint or replace the rusted storage shelves.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Clean the plastic storage shelves in the walk-in cooler and the interior and exterior of the deep fryers.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: No toilet paper was provided on the premises. Management instructed to have toilet paper available in the washroom at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  18. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  19. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Clean the interior and exterior of the deep fryers and exterior of the dry storage food containers.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the washroom door with no self-closing door device installed. Management instructed to install.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • PaperworkFood handling

      Smoking rules (Clean Indoor Air Ordinance) weren’t followed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed an ashtray used with cigarette ashes inside of the manager's office. Management instructed that no ashtrays can be used inside and no smoking is allowed inside the restaurant. Chicago clean indoor air ordinance 7-32-020(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 62)

      Compliance with clean indoor air ordinance

  20. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed build up of food debris and grime on interior doors of cold holding units in front prep area. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in unisex restroom. Instructed person in charge to provide covered receptacle in restroom for disposal of sanitary products and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed multiple deeply water damaged ceiling tiles in front and rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  21. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand drying provision at front hand sink next to cooking equipment nor at rear handsink in dish washing area. Instructed person in charge that hand drying provision must be provided and maintained at all times. Priority foundation 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 handwashing cleanser at rear handsink in dishwashing area. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain handwashing cleanser at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued under violation 6-301.12 above.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 50 mouse droppings in furnace room on boards and tools stored on rack across from furnace. Instructed person in charge to remove all mouse droppings, sanitize all areas and inform pest control of activity and need for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed build up of food debris and grime on interior doors of cold holding units in front prep area. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in unisex restroom. Instructed person in charge to provide covered receptacle in restroom for disposal of sanitary products and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed multiple deeply water damaged ceiling tiles in front and rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  22. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  23. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Small clear food storage containers not labeled with ingredient in rear storage area.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

  24. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  25. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical3 general3 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No employee health policy on site at the time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-010(

      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: No vomit and diarrhea procedure or supplies on site at time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-005

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Noted no thermometer on site to monitor the internal food temperature of tcs. Instructed to have one at all times. Pf violation #7-38-005

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no labels on the banana pudding. Instructed to label and maintain

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed an accumulation of grease and food debris on the floors in the corners and along the walls. Instructed to clean 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/certificate on duty while tcs foods are prepared and served . Instructed to obtain and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-012.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: No food handler certificates for food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: No allergen training on site for city of chicago food service managers. Instructed to provide and maintain

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  26. Pass

    License · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior of reach in freezer to remove all food spills must clean and maintain.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 10 days ago. Always confirm with the official record.