RecordWell Data

Thomas, Velma Ecc

3625 S Hoyne ST, Chicago, IL 60609 · Cook County

105cited violations
2serious tier
34inspections
20tier not stated

Establishment

Type
Food establishment (School)
Inspected by
Chicago Department of Public Health
License / ID
26891
Status
Risk 1 (High)
Official record
Chicago Department of Public Health inspection reports

Other public records for this business

Year by year

YearInspectionsViolationsSerious
2026120
2025440
2024100
2023100
2022120
20212180
2019100
2018380
2017240
2016240
2015250
20142101
20134190
20123150
2011380
2010261

Inspections

  1. Apr 10, 2026 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      No hands washing sign in kitchen staff restroom, instructed to provide.

    • Severity not stated

      WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

      No drain board for 3-comp sink, instructed manager to provide one for proper air drying of utensils.

  2. Mar 10, 2025 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

    Result: Pass.

  3. Mar 7, 2025 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

      OBSERVED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2612813 DATED:2/26/25 Approximately 150 MOUSE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED SCATTERED THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: MAIN OFFICE SHELVING AND FLOOR, ALL CLASSROOMS (CORNERS, CABINETS, SHELVING), and KITCHEN PREP AREA UNDER MINI FREEZER AND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AREA, AS WELL AS INFORM PEST CONTROL OF NEED FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.

  4. Mar 5, 2025 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

      OBSERVED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2612813 DATED:2/26/25 Approximately 150 MOUSE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED SCATTERED THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: MAIN OFFICE SHELVING AND FLOOR, ALL CLASSROOMS (CORNERS, CABINETS, SHELVING), and KITCHEN PREP AREA UNDER MINI FREEZER AND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AREA, AS WELL AS INFORM PEST CONTROL OF NEED FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.

  5. Feb 26, 2025 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      Approximately 150 MOUSE DROPPINGS were observed SCATTERED THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: MAIN OFFICE SHELVING AND FLOOR, ALL CLASSROOMS(CORNERS, CABINETS, SHELVING), and KITCHEN PREP AREA UNDER MINI FREEZER AND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AREA, AS WELL AS INFORM PEST CONTROL OF NEED FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A).

    • Severity not stated

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      OBSERVED 1INCH GAP UNDER EXTERIOR DOOR OFF PLAY AREA CONNECTED TO FOOD PREP AREA.OBSERVED SIDE OF DOOR IS NOT A TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR DOOR TO BE TIGHT FITTING FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST ACTIVITY.

  6. Feb 20, 2024 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

    Result: Pass.

  7. Mar 9, 2023 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

    Result: Pass.

  8. Mar 28, 2022 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

      THE PERSON IN CHARGE HAS NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.

    • Severity not stated

      TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

      THE WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE FEMALE STAFF WASHROOM DID NOT HAVE A COVER ON IT; MUST REPLACE WASTE RECEPTACLE WITH ONE THAT HAS A COVER/LID.

  9. May 25, 2021 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

      PIC DOESN'T HAVE A FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

      OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

    • Severity not stated

      THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

      Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR REFRIGERATORS IN ROOM 001,003,004,005 & 006.

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR STORAGE AND PROVIDE PROPER SHELVING UNITS

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

      Violation Codes: 4-302.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE TEST KIT FOR THE PLATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES IN PREP AREA AND STORAGE,GAP IN BETWEEN FLOOR AND WALL BASE UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN ALL CLASS ROOMS AND CLOSETS.

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

      Violation Codes: 6-202.11 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHTS IN ALL CLASSROOMS.

  10. May 20, 2021 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

      PIC DOESN'T HAVE A FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

      OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW NOR A MANAGER ON DUTY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINKS TEMPERATURES IN KITCHEN AND TOILET ROOMS RANGING FROM (71.5F-73.0F).MUST HAVE AT 100.0F FOR HAND WASHING AT HAND SINKS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)

    • Severity not stated

      THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

      MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR REFRIGERATORS IN ROOM 001,003,004,005 & 006.

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR STORAGE AND PROVIDE PROPER SHELVING UNITS.

    • Severity not stated

      WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

      OBSERVED NO HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE TEST KIT FOR THE PLATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIROITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)

    • Severity not stated

      HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE

      OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON SITE AT HAND SINKS IN PREP AREA(73.0F) AND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK (72.9F) , HAND SINKS IN ALL TOILET ROOMS RANGING FROM (71.5F-72.9F).MUST PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AT HAND SINKS AT 100.0F ,3- COMPARTMENT SINK 110.0F.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIROITY 7-38-030(C)

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES IN PREP AREA AND STORAGE,GAP IN BETWEEN FLOOR AND WALL BASE UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN ALL CLASS ROOMS AND CLOSETS.

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

      MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHTS IN ALL CLASSROOMS.

  11. Dec 6, 2019 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

    Result: Pass.

  12. Nov 30, 2018 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      : 5-204.11 NO HANDWASHING SINKS IN ALL 7 PRE K CLASSROOMS WHERE OPEN FOOD IS HANDLED AND SERVED, BUFFET STYLE. INSTD TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SINKS WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN ALL CLASSROOMS WHERE FOOD IS HANDLED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C).

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      6-201.11 CEILING IN PREP AREA IMPROPERLY DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED. OBSERVED PAINTED SEWER/WASTE LINES ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTD TO HAVE CEILING SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

  13. Nov 28, 2018 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      5-204.11 NO HANDWASHING SINKS IN ALL 7 PRE K CLASSROOMS WHERE OPEN FOOD IS HANDLED AND SERVED, BUFFET STYLE. INSTD TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SINKS WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN ALL CLASSROOMS WHERE FOOD IS HANDLED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C).

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      6-201.11 CEILING IN PREP AREA IMPROPERLY DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED. OBSERVED PAINTED SEWER/WASTE LINES ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTD TO HAVE CEILING SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

      8-404.13(B3) ENFORCEMENT BY THE REGULATORY AUTHORITY (NON COMPLIANCE) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION FROM 11/20/18 REPORT 2240470 NOT CORRECTED: OUTSIDE RECEPTACLES AND WASTE HANDLING UNITS IN POOR REPAIR, RODENT GNAWED CONTAINERS EXPOSING GARBAGE AND UNABLE TO CLOSE LIDS TIGHTLY. INSTD TO PROVIDE DUMPSTERS THAT ARE RODENT RESISTANT, DURABLE AND LEAKPROOF. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090.

  14. Nov 20, 2018 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      NO HANDWASHING SINKS IN ALL 7 PRE K CLASSROOMS WHERE OPEN FOOD IS HANDLED AND SERVED, BUFFET STYLE. INSTD TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SINKS WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN ALL CLASSROOMS WHERE FOOD IS HANDLED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C).

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

      OUTSIDE RECEPTACLES AND WASTE HANDLING UNITS IN POOR REPAIR, RODENT GNAWED CONTAINERS EXPOSING GARBAGE AND UNABLE TO CLOSE LIDS TIGHTLY. INSTD TO PROVIDE DUMPSTERS THAT ARE RODENT RESISTANT, DURABLE AND LEAKPROOF. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B).

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      CEILING IN PREP AREA IMPROPERLY DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED. OBSERVED PAINTED SEWER/WASTE LINES ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTD TO HAVE CEILING SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

  15. Oct 31, 2017 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

    Result: Pass.

  16. May 22, 2017 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

      OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAINT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED TINT FOIL ON TOP OF FOOD CONTACT SURFACES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

      OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ON CEILING PIPES ABOVE HOOD AND PREP TABLES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT ON THE INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Minor

      REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

      VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED IN REAR UPRIGHT COOLER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINATIN

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

      OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN KIKTCHEN FOOD AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS ON A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

  17. Oct 7, 2016 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

      NOTED BASEMENT RESTROOM USED FOR GENERAL STORAGE OF CHILDRENS TOYS INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.

    • Not serious Minor

      VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

      TOILET IN GIRLS RESTROOM AT WEST SIDE OF BUILDING NOT FLUSHING PROPERLY INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

  18. Aug 4, 2016 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

      NOTED ASSORTED ITEMS IN GROCERY BAGS INSIDE CHEST FREEZER AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD ITEMS IN AN APPROVED CONTAINER WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS.NOTED DIRTY AND RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND/OR REPLACE.

    • Not serious Minor

      PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

      NOTED CLUTTER ON SHELVES AT THE REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLE AND MAINTAIN.

  19. Nov 16, 2015 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

      FLOORS ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS.

  20. Aug 27, 2015 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

      INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR WITH LITTER IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA.

    • Not serious Minor

      WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

      INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE WASHROOM.

    • Not serious Minor

      REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

      INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

    • Not serious Minor

      PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

      INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND REORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

  21. Oct 17, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

      OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN CLASSROOM 6, AT DOOR ENTRANCE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

    • Not serious Minor

      WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

      OBSERVED MISSING TILE AND ONE TILE FALLING IN CLASSROOM 7, INSTRUCTED TO REPALACE.

    • Not serious Minor

      VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

      OBSERVED THE 3RD. STALL NOT WORKING IN THE 1ST.FLOOR CHILD RESTROOM,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR(THERE ARE 5 STALLS IN THIS RESTROOM).

    • Not serious Minor

      REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

      OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN THE SEVEN CLASSROOM COOLERS,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

  22. Aug 7, 2014 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Serious Critical

      POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

      FOUND 40 POUNDS OF CHICKEN (VALUED AT $60) AT 49.8F. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW OR 140F OR ABOVE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A).

    • Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)

      CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

      NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN, BEEF, RICE, ETC) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS PREPARED AND/OR SERVED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012(A).

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

      FOUND SLIGHT DIRT BUILDUP ON UPPER INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Minor

      WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

      FOUND DIRT AND GREASE BUILDUP ON WALLS AND CEILING ABOVE THE EXHAUST HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Minor

      LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

      FOUND LIGHTS IN KITCHEN MISSING END CAPS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL END CAPS AND TO MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Minor

      PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

      FOUND CLUTTER IN BACK ROOM. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE REMAINING, AND STORE 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND WALL, AND TO MAINTAIN.

  23. Oct 25, 2013 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

      NEED TO CLEAN TOASTER OVEN, AND INTERIOR OF REACH IN 2 DOOR COOLER.

  24. Aug 6, 2013 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

      CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE REAR STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON UPPER SHELVINGS AND IN BETWEEN THE CHEST FREEZER,ICE MACHINE DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

  25. Jul 31, 2013 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • 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 APPROXIMATELY 20-LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA HOVERING AROUND RIPED PLANTAIN BOX.ALSO,FOUND APPROXIMATELY 10 RODENT(MICE)DROPPINGS BENEATH THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREAS.MUST PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH ALL THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS INCLUDE A MAP LOCATOR IDENTIFYING ALL THE PEST CONTROL SERVICES. THE FRONT DOOR MUST BE TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM.THE REAR SCREEN DOOR IS RIPPED.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.INSECT/RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

      MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS STORED INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

      REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

      CLEAN AND REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP FROM UNUSED GRILL AT FRONT SERVICE AREA AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENTS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREAS.

    • Not serious Minor

      FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

      FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND MOP UP AND KEEP FLOORS DRY ALONG PIPING NEAR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

    • Not serious Minor

      LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

      LIGHT BULBS OVER THE KITCHEN AREAS MUST BE SHIELDED.

    • Not serious Minor

      VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

      MUST REPAIR WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND REMOVE DUSTS ON THE VENTILATION COVER INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM.

    • Not serious Minor

      PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

      CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE REAR STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON UPPER SHELVINGS AND IN BETWEEN THE CHEST FREEZER,ICE MACHINE DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

  26. Jul 30, 2013 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)

      FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

      FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION .MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL ATT:A.LOPEZ. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

    • 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 APPROXIMATELY 20-LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA HOVERING AROUND RIPED PLANTAIN BOX.ALSO,FOUND APPROXIMATELY 10 RODENT(MICE)DROPPINGS BENEATH THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREAS.MUST PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH ALL THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS INCLUDE A MAP LOCATOR IDENTIFYING ALL THE PEST CONTROL SERVICES. THE FRONT DOOR MUST BE TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM.THE REAR SCREEN DOOR IS RIPPED.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.INSECT/RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

      MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS STORED INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

      REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

      CLEAN AND REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP FROM UNUSED GRILL AT FRONT SERVICE AREA AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENTS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREAS.

    • Not serious Minor

      FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

      FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND MOP UP AND KEEP FLOORS DRY ALONG PIPING NEAR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

    • Not serious Minor

      LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

      LIGHT BULBS OVER THE KITCHEN AREAS MUST BE SHIELDED.

    • Not serious Minor

      VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

      MUST REPAIR WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND REMOVE DUSTS ON THE VENTILATION COVER INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM.

    • Not serious Minor

      PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

      CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE REAR STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON UPPER SHELVINGS AND IN BETWEEN THE CHEST FREEZER,ICE MACHINE DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

  27. Nov 9, 2012 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

      EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP WITH RUSTY SURFACES. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST, PAINT WITH NON-TOXIC PAINT.

    • Not serious Minor

      PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

      UNNECESSARY ARTICLES (UNUSED, OLD PORTABLE SINKS) ON SITE. INSTD TO REMOVE SAME.

  28. May 8, 2012 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

      VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT #1214436

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

      VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT #1214436

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

      VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT #1214436

    • Not serious Minor

      FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

      VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT #1214436

    • Not serious Minor

      WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

      VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT #1214436

    • Not serious Minor

      PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

      VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT #1214436

  29. Apr 26, 2012 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)

      DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

      All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. THREE COMPARTMENT SINK REAR KITCHEN AREA IN POOR REPAIR, WATER NOT PROPERLY DRAINING, BACKING UP INTO TO OTHER SINKS, SLOW DRAINING, INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SINK RODDED AND GREASE TRAP CLEANED, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-030

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

      All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABELED BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN REAR KITCHEN AREA

    • 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 REPAINT ALL RAW WOOD SURFACES IN REAR KITCHEN AREA, WOOD SHELVING, WOOD COUNTER LEGS, ETC., ANY TYPE OF WOOD SURFACES MUST BE REPAINTED, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE

    • 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 CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND VENTS ABOVE COOKING REAR KITCHEN AREA, REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD-UP

    • 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. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT REAR KITCHEN AREA, ESP. BY STOVE AREA, REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD-UP

    • 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 CLEAN/REPAIR WALL SURFACES REAR KITCHEN AREA, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE

    • 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. MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA, PROVIDE SPACE FOR WANTED ITEMS, AND DISCARD UNUSED ITEMS, TO ELIMINATE CLUTTER

  30. Jun 10, 2011 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • 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.CLEAN DEBRIS ALONG WALLS IN STORAGE ROOM NEXT TO LUNCHROOM AREA.

  31. May 9, 2011 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

    Result: Pass.

  32. May 2, 2011 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • 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

      All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.FOUND APPROXIMATELY 40 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS BENEATH REAR DRY STOIRAGE SHELVINGS,IN SIDE CLUTTERED HOT WATER TANK CLOSET AND FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED ALL ACCROSS THE BOTTOM.MUST CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,REMOVE CLUTTER,SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES,RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR,PEST CONTROL CO SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED.

    • 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 PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMP SINK FOR PROPER WASHING-RINSING-SANITIZING OF MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND PROVIDE SPLASHGUARD AT REAR EXPOSED HANDSINK.

    • 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 CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS,COOLERS,DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS,BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTERS/SHELVINGS.

    • 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 BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENTS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.

    • 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 NOTICEABLE OPENINGS WHERE WALL MEET FLOOR BENEATH REAR FOOD PREP TABLE.

    • 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.MUST CLEAN HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND FRONT COFFEE EXPRESSO MACHINE DRAIN LINE MUST BE PROPERLY DRAINING INTO A FLOOR DRAIN.

    • 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 CLUTTER FROM PREMISES.

  33. Jul 27, 2010 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

      All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. PROVIDE DATE ON PREPARED FOOD CONTAINERS IN WALK IN COOLER.

    • Not serious Minor

      CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

      Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. MUST REMOVE KNIVES AND SPATULAS STORED BETWEEN WALLS IN KITCHEN,AND STORE PROPERLY.

    • 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. CLEAN EDGES AND GAS PIPE LINE FIXTURE ON HOOD DRIPPING OIL,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

  34. Jun 16, 2010 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Serious Critical

      WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE

      All food establishments shall be provided with an adequate supply of hot and cold water under pressure properly connected to the city water supply. NO HOT WATER INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT WATER FOR PROPER HAND WASHING AND FOOD EQUIPMENT/UTENSIL SANITATION. SCHOOL NOT IN SESSION DURING INSPECTION. CLASSES ENDED 6-10-10 AND WILL RESUME 9-7-10. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FOR INSPECTION BEFORE REOPENING 312-746-8030 (PHONE) 312-746-4240 (FAX).

    • 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. REMOVE RUST ON SHELVES INSIDE MILK COOLER.

    • 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. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER ALL SINKS IN ALL AREAS.

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.