License
Feb 18, 2026
4 recorded violations
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
THE WATER PRESSURE AT THE HAND-WASHING SINKS IN THE SALAAM AND AMANI CLASSROOMS IS LOW AND NEEDS TO BE INCREASED. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE AND MAINTAIN GOOD WATER PRESSURE.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
FRONT DOUBLE DOORS WITH A 1/4"-1/2" GAP UNDERNEATH, MAKING DOORS NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF EITHER THE OUTER DOOR AND/OR THE INNER DOOR. MAINTAIN SAME.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
THE SPRAYER ON THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LEAKS PROFUSELY WHEN THE WATER IS TURNED ON. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN GOOD PLUMBING.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
WATER-STAINED CEILING TILE IN THE TOILET ROOM IN THE SALAAM CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CEILING TILE. MAINTAIN SAME.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 18, 2026 · Original Source