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The full inspection history
6 inspections
Canvass
Feb 6, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12 OBSERVED DIRT DEBRIS ON THE PAN THAT IS UNDER THE WALK IN COOLER CONDENSER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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 6, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 8, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
HAND WASHING SINK IN STAFF BATHROOM SLOW DRAINING AT THIS TIME INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED SPILLS AND DEBRIS INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS AND DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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, May 8, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 29, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING CAP ON HOT WATER FAUCET OF LEFT SINK IN BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM(SOUTH) IN MAIN BUILDING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED SPILLS AND DEBRIS INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS AND DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2616095 ON 4-21-25:10-OBSERVED HOT WATER ABOVE MAXIMUM OF 120F AT HAND WASHING SINK IN KITCHEN STAFF WASHROOM (124.1F) INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MAINTAIN HOT WATER AT 100F-120F AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY 7-42-090
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 29, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 21, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HOT WATER ABOVE MAXIMUM OF 120F AT HAND WASHING SINK IN KITCHEN STAFF WASHROOM (124.1F) INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MAINTAIN HOT WATER AT 100F-120F AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
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.
OBSERVED 1/4" GAP ON RIGHT BOTTOM CORNER OF LEFT DOOR AT KITCHEN ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREPVENT PEST ENTRY.
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.
OBSERVED MISSING CAP ON HOT WATER FAUCET OF LEFT SINK IN BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM(SOUTH) IN MAIN BUILDING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED SPILLS AND DEBRIS INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS AND DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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, Apr 21, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Feb 22, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
OBSERVED 1/4" GAP ON LEFT SIDE OF RIGHT DOOR NEAR KITCHEN ENTRANCE. 1/4" GAP ON LEFT CORNER OF LEFT DOOR NEAR AUDITORIUM IN MAIN BUILDING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTE OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 22, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 15, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCETS ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN. OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT LEFT SINK IN GIRL'S MODULAR WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED NO WASTE RECEPTACLE AT HAND WASHING SINK IN SERVING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE WASTE RECEPTACLE IN ALL AREAS WASTE IS COMMONLY DISCARDED.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2671473 ON 2-21-23:53-MUST PROVIDE LIDS ON GARBAGE CANS IN MAIN & ANNEX GIRL'S AND STAFF WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD (CHICKEN 172.2F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HOT WATER (53.6F) AT HAND WASHING SINK IN PRE-K WASHROOM 136. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT HAND WASHING SINK. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)
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.
OBSERVED 1/4" GAP ON LEFT SIDE OF RIGHT DOOR NEAR KITCHEN ENTRANCE. 1/4" GAP ON LEFT CORNER OF LEFT DOOR NEAR AUDITORIUM IN MAIN BUILDING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTE OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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.