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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Canvass
Aug 27, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ITEMS(BOXES) IN BASEMENT STORAGE CLOSET STORED ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE AND MAINTAIN AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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, Aug 27, 2026 · Original Source
License
Oct 17, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HAND WASH SINK NOT MAINTAINED WITH HOT WATER: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER IN THE CHILDRENS WASHROOM HAND WASH SINK AT 85.5F. INSTRUCTED HOT WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE AT LEAST 100F. MANAGER/PERSON IN CHARGE (PIC) HAS CONTACTED A SERVICE TECHNICIAN/PLUMBER. PLUMBER ARRIVED ON SITE AT APPROXIMATELY 10:25AM. THE HOT WATER IS NOW AT THE PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 103F. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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 NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REACH IN THE EMPLOYEE REFRIGERATOR IN THE BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED IMPROPER STORAGE OF WET WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP SURFACE AREA(S). INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USAGE.
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 FOOD ITEMS STORED IMPROPERLY IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE EMPLOYEE REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND/OR CONTAINERS.
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 EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR IS NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
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 WATER-STAINED CEILING TILE PANELS IN THE CREATIVE CATERPILLAR CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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, Oct 17, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 15, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PIC WITHOUT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE.
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
NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS (MEATBALLS), NOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTD TO HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AND CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 15, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 27, 2023
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING IN THE KITCHEN AND UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AND REPAINT CHIPPED AREAS TO ENSURE WALLS ARE SEALED, 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.