SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass
Feb 4, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LEAKING FROM THE FAUCET NECK OF THE THREE COMP SINK AT THE FIRST AND THIRD COMPARTMENT AND LEAKING FROM THE HOT WATER FAUCET KNOB OF THE CENTER COMPARTMENT; REPAIR WHERE NEEDED. (SINK LOCATED AT BACK AREA OF KITCHEN). OBSERVED THE HANDLE TO THE TOILET IN THE KITCHEN STAFF WASHROOM LOOSE; INSTRUCTED TO TIGHTEN HANDLE.
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.
THE INTERIOR OF THE HANDSINK IN THE KITCHEN STAFF WASHROOM NEEDS CLEANING; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 4, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 5, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11: OBSERVED TWO ICE SCOOPS IMPROPERLY STORED ON TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
4-601.11(B): OBSERVED SLIGHT PINK AND BROWN BUILD UP ON THE PANEL OF THE ICE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 5, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 26, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TWO ICE SCOOPS IMPROPERLY STORED ON TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
OBSERVED SLIGHT PINK AND BROWN BUILD UP ON THE PANEL OF THE ICE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED THE OUTDOOR GARBAGE RECEPTACLE MISSING A LID IN THE OUTDOOR GARBAGE ENCLOSURE OUTSIDE OF THE CHEMICAL AND FURNACE STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LID THAT IS ABLE TO REMAIN CLOSED AND TIGHT FITTING, RECEPTACLE MUST BE RODENT PROOF AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B), NO CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 26, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 6, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.112: OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON THE WINDOWSILLS IN THE REFRIGERATION STORAGE AREA/ TEACHERS LOUNGE NEAR THE SERVING LINE. ALSO, OBSERVED A STICKY TRAP WITH DEAD BUGS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE SHELVING UNIT IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD BUGS, REPLACE STICKY TRAPS, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
5-501.17: OBSERVED NO RECEPTABLE WITH A LID IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR DISPOSAL OF FEMININE PRODUCTS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 6, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 26, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A DAMAGED DOOR SWEEP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE ATRIUM DOOR ACROSS FROM THE CAFETERIA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 02/01/2023, REPORT #2570944 #49: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE MICROWAVES IN DINING AREA USED BY STUDENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION:7-42-090, NO CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED NO RECEPTABLE WITH A LID IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR DISPOSAL OF FEMININE PRODUCTS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED THE OUTDOOR GARBAGE RECEPTACLE MISSING A LID IN THE OUTDOOR GARBAGE ENCLOSURE CLOSEST TO THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LID THAT IS ABLE TO REMAIN CLOSED AND TIGHT FITTING, RECEPTACLE MUST BE RODENT PROOF AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B), NO CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
OBSERVED THE FLOOR DAMAGED IN FRONT OF THE WALK-IN COOLER USED FOR STORAGE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID FLOOR TO SEAL OPENINGS AND MAKE SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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.