Mott Street
1401 N ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, IL 60622 · Cook County
Establishment
- Type
- Restaurant (retail food serving meals) (Restaurant)
- Inspected by
- Chicago Department of Public Health
- License / ID
- 2064551
- Status
- Risk 1 (High)
- Official record
- Chicago Department of Public Health inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 25 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 2016 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
| 2015 | 2 | 10 | 0 |
| 2014 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 | 6 | 1 |
| 2012 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| 2011 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2 | 9 | 2 |
Inspections
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May 20, 2025 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
2-101.11 PIC DOESN'T HAVE A VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
2-101.11 PIC DOESN'T HAVE A VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED, AND SERVED, SUCH AS (SAUCES, PASTA, ETC.)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
: 6-202.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WALK IN COOLER DOOR, OUTSHED FOOD STORAGE, LOCKER ROOM DOOR, AND FRONT DOORS ALONG BOTTOMS TO BE TIGHT-FITTING.
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Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
3-305.11 : OBSERVED FOOD STORED ON FLOOR IN OUTSIDE FOOD STORAGE SHED MUST BE ELEVATED TO PREVENT CROSS-CONTAMINATION.
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 2-DOOR PREP COOLER.
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILDUP FROM FRYER CABINET, GRILL TABLE, AND DISH RACKS.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN MOLD BUILD UP FROM WALL IN INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP,BAR , DISH WASHING AREAS AND WALK IN COOLER.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING IN FRONT OF WOK STATION & FRYER, FLOOR TILE INSIDE WALK IN COOLER TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
4-301.14 : MUST PLACE TABLE TOP FRYER UNDER VENTILATION HOOD.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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May 9, 2025 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
Corrected on site
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED
OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY SEVERAL FOOD HANDLERS. OBSERVED THE FOOD HANDLERS ALL COME BACK INTO THE KITCHEN AND STARTED PREPARING FOODS. ALSO, A MALE DISH WASHER SCRATCHED BOTH ARMS AND THEN REMOVED DISHES FROM THE DISH MACHINE. A FEMALE FOOD HANDLER WAS ON HER CELL PHONE AND DIDN'T WASH HER HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION. THE MANAGER HAD ALL EMPLOYEES WASH THEIR HANDS AT THIS TIME DURING THE INSPECTION. (PRIORITY 7-38-010)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN AT BAR HAND SINK.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE COLD WATER FAUCET IS STRIPPED/ IN POOR REPAIR AT HAND SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Corrected on site
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
OBSERVED NO 90-DAY SHELLFISH TAG WITH 2 LBS. RAW OYSTERS IN PREP COOLER AND NO SIGNED SOLD BY DATE ON THE LAST ITEM SOLD ON 90-DAY TAG. THE PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY THE MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE INFORMATION GIVEN ON TAGS IN THE FUTURE. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON BAR MENU(EGGS)MUST BE PROVIDED AND MAINTAINED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WALK IN COOLER DOOR, OUTSHED FOOD STORAGE, LOCKER ROOM DOOR, AND FRONT DOORS ALONG BOTTOMS TO BE TIGHT-FITTING.
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Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED FOOD STORED ON FLOOR IN OUTSIDE FOOD STORAGE SHED MUST BE ELEVATED TO PREVENT CROSS-CONTAMINATION.
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 2-DOOR PREP COOLER.
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILDUP FROM FRYER CABINET, GRILL TABLE, AND DISH RACKS.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING IN FRONT OF WOK STATION & FRYER, FLOOR TILE INSIDE WALK IN COOLER TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP,BAR , DISH WASHING AREAS AND WALK IN COOLER.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST CLEAN MOLD BUILD UP FROM WALL IN INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
MUST PLACE TABLE TOP FRYER UNDER VENTILATION HOOD.
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Severity not stated
Corrected on site
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Dec 13, 2024 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP ON EQUIPMENT AROUND GRIDDLE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED LEAK FROM BOTTOM OF FOOT PEDAL HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR LEAK.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOORS AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED UNUSED COOLER IN KITCHEN INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REMOVE COOLER.
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Severity not stated
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Jun 26, 2023 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Mar 22, 2022 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF DEBRIS AND ICE BUILDUP ON THE TOP OF ONE DOOR FREEZER IN THE KITCHEN. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
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Oct 3, 2019 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD. MUST PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA DRAINING SLOW. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ABOVE THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Sep 21, 2017 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER AT THE COOK'S LINE WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 50F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS CHEESE AND COOKED RICE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 40F. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Serious
Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND 3 DOOR PREP COOLER. OBSERVED COOKED RICE AT 51.8F, EGGS AT 60.8F, CHEESE AT 58.5F, RICOTTA CHEESE AT 46.8F, AND MILK AT 55F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 30# OF FOOD WORTH $100. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Serious
Critical
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED
THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DISHROOM WAS NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. OBSERVED A STORAGE RACK WITH DISHES ON IT STORED IN FRONT OF THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DISHROOM. MANAGEMENT REMOVED THE STORAGE RACK DURING THE INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Serious
Critical
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Aug 15, 2016 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN DINING ROOM AND BAR AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PAINT.
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Not serious
Minor
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Aug 8, 2016 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
OUTSIDE WASTE OIL CONTAINER WITH GREASE ON TOP SIDE AND GROUND. ALSO WASTE OIL SPLATTERED TO THE SIDE OF PORTABLE STORAGE.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NO BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE AT WATER LINE OF THE MIXER MACHINE IN BAR AREA.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALLED VISIBLE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR KNOWN LOCATION
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
ICE MACHINE WITH BEGINNING OF MINERAL BUILD-UP INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EXCESS WATER INSIDE THE BEER COOLER BEHIND THE BAR,ALSO A PAN WITH WATER AND RUST BY THE ICE BIN MACHINE.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DEBRIS ON FLOOR INSIDE THE OUTSIDE STORAGE,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN DINING ROOM AND BAR AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PAINT.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
DUMP SINK BY THE EXPOSED HAND SINK BYHIND THE BAR IS LEAKING AROUND DRAIN PIPE INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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Jul 27, 2015 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED A CUTTING BOARD WITH DARK GROOVES LOCATED IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
OBSERVED FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLER NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED WALLS IN WALK IN COOLER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK, NEXT TO THE FRYER, IN PREP AREA WITH MINOR LEAK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Minor
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Jul 20, 2015 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED 30 FRUIT FLIES IN THE FRONT BAR AND DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINORS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT NUMBER 1490354 JULY 3,2015 INS#386. #32 DEFROST INTERIOR OF UPRIGHT FREEZER, #35 REPAIR CEILING IN PREP AREA(WATER DAMAGE). REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALL NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED A CUTTING BOARD WITH DARK GROOVES LOCATED IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
OBSERVED FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLER NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED WALLS IN WALK IN COOLER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK, NEXT TO THE FRYER, IN PREP AREA WITH MINOR LEAK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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Jul 3, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
DEFROST INTERIOR OF UPRIGHT FREEZER.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
REPAIR CEILING IN PREP AREA(WATER DAMAGE). REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALL NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN WASHROOM(DUST BUILDUP).
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Not serious
Minor
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Aug 27, 2013 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE
Source not of safe or sound condition. Found 12 packages/3 lbs of fresh chicken breast in reach-in and walk-in coolers that was vacuum packaged (sous vide) from unapproved aource. Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded product. Value $100. Instructed owner that vacumm packaging and foods must be approved from CDPH. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(B). "Held for Inspection" tag placed on machine
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Not serious
Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ventilation covers through-out not cleaned. Intructed to detail clean and remove dust buid-up. Opening noted around pipes and ceiling joist. Instructed to seal all openings.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Drainline going to one compartment sink at bar. Instructed to remove drainline and reroute waste line.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.
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Serious
Critical
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Aug 29, 2012 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Any open cans of food must be transferred into regular containers. All food stored in coolers must be dated & labeled.
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Not serious
Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Clean multi-use utensils must be properly stored and inverted to prevent contamination before use.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: Replace or repair rusty bshelvings inside the walk-in-cooler using a non-toxic finish and Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Inspector Comments: Detail clean,organize dry storage areas and properly store cleaning equipments also remove unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage.
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Not serious
Minor
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
Food handlers must have hair restraints when working around open food.
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Not serious
Minor
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Aug 17, 2012 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
Previous minor violation(s)not Corrected from inspection report#585436 dated:6/17/11. 33 All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, TOPS AND SIDE OF COOKING, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS 09/17/2011 34 The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES NEEDS DETAILED CLEANING, ESPECIALLY BY COOKING EQUIPMENT, MUST REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILT UP 09/17/2011 35 The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALL BY COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, MUST REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILT UP 09/17/2011 43 Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. MUST RESTRICT STORING ICE SCOOP INSIDE ICE MACHINE, IMPROPERLY, MUST BE STORED WITH THE HANDLE FACING, OR IN A WAY THAT PROTECTS FROM CONTAMINATION .MUST CORRECT ALL NOTED VIOLATIONS ABOVE SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Replace or repair rusty bshelvings inside the walk-in-cooler using a non-toxic finish and Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Detail clean,organize dry storage areas and properly store cleaning equipments also remove unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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Jun 17, 2011 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE COOKED AND SERVED, AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED AND AVAILABLE AT TIME OF INSPECTION, OR AN UP TO DATE ENROLLMENT FORM, A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE COOKED AND PREPARED SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED:7-38-012
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, TOPS AND SIDE OF COOKING, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES NEEDS DETAILED CLEANING, ESPECIALLY BY COOKING EQUIPMENT, MUST REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILT UP
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALL BY COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, MUST REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILT UP
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. MUST RESTRICT STORING ICE SCOOP INSIDE ICE MACHINE, IMPROPERLY, MUST BE STORED WITH THE HANDLE FACING, OR IN A WAY THAT PROTECTS FROM CONTAMINATION
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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Nov 9, 2010 License Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Nov 1, 2010 License · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F.DISHMACHINE MUST BE PROPERLY INSTALLED,OPERATED FOR MEANS OF SANITIZING FOOD EQUIPMENTS.
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Serious
Critical
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA
Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees.ADDITIONAL EXPOSED HANDSINK IN DISHROOM IS NEEDED FOR HANDWASHING,MUST PROVIDE SOAP,HANDPAPER TOWELS AT EXPOSED HANDSINKS.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE OR VALID DOCUMENTATION AS REQUIRED.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR RUSTY SHELVING IN COOLERS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FOUND BROKEN FLOOR TILES BENEATH 2 DOOR COOLER IN DISHROOM AREA.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES AND ON WALL ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
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Not serious
Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.END CAPS MISSING ON LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN AREAS.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.FOUND WATER LEAKING IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS PIPE BENEATH EXPOSED HANDSINK BEHIND FRONT COUNTER,BASE OF FAUCET 3 COMP SINK DISHROOM.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM PREMISES.
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Serious
Critical
Source: Chicago Department of Public Health. History last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.