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The full inspection history
8 inspections
License Re-Inspection
Oct 30, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED THE MINI COOLERS IN THE DAFFODILS AND THE DANDELIONS, AND CATEPILLAR ROOM WITHOUT AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
6-202.15: OBSERVED THE EXIT DOOR NEAR THE FOOD PREP AREA AND LOCKER AREA WITH AN OPENING AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL 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.
4-201.11: OBSERVED THE HANDSOAP DISPENSER NOT WORKING. FOUND BOTTLE OF SOAP THAT GOES INTO AUTOMATIC SOAP DISPENSER BEING USED MANUALLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DISPENSER OR REPAIR.
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 30, 2025 · Original Source
License
Oct 1, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 33Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF MINI COOLER AT 51.9F IN THE CATEPILLAR, INFANT ROOM. NO TCS FOODS/ BEVERAGES WERE NOT STORED INSIDE AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. PLEASE REVIEW COMMENTS FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON TAG REMOVAL. PRIORITY 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OBSERVED THE EXIT DOOR NEAR THE FOOD PREP AREA AND LOCKER AREA WITH AN OPENING AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL 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.
OBSERVED THE HANDSOAP DISPENSER NOT WORKING. FOUND BOTTLE OF SOAP THAT GOES INTO AUTOMATIC SOAP DISPENSER BEING USED MANUALLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DISPENSER OR REPAIR.
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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW FROM 01/27/2025, REPORT #2611082. FOUND SUMMARY REPORT FROM 2024 POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW. NEW SUMMARY REPORT GIVEN AND POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B), CITATION ISSUED
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, Oct 1, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 27, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE WHILE TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOODS ARE STORED/PREPARED/SERVED. FOOD HANDLER COMPLETED CERTIFICATION CLASS/EXAM ON 11/13/24. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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 NO LABELS IDENTIFYING FOOD ITEMS (VARIOUS CEREALS) IN THE KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LIGNT BULBS OUT IN BUTTERCUP AND GRASSHOPPER CLASSROOMS AND BROKEN LIGHT COVER/SHIELD IN THE GRASSHOPPER CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
#53 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2592182 DATED 4/4/24. OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON STAFF WASHROOM DOOR 2. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON ALL STAFF WASHROOM DOORS AND MAINTAIN. CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON STAFF WASHROOM DOOR 2. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON ALL STAFF WASHROOM DOORS 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 HANDWASHING SINK FAUCET IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM 1 HANDWASHING SINK BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR 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.
OBSERVED SLOW DRAINAGE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM 3. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 4, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 2, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT EMPLOYEE BATHROOM 2 HANDWASHING SINK. TEMPERATURE OF WATER WAS 89.5F-93.9F AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 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 NO SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON STAFF WASHROOM DOOR 2. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON ALL STAFF WASHROOM DOORS 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 HANDWASHING SINK FAUCET IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM 1 HANDWASHING SINK BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR 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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INCOMPLETE VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT/PROCEDURE ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR THE CLEAN UP OF VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS, AND CORRESPONDING EQUIPMENT OUTLINE IN PROCEDURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED SLOW DRAINAGE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM 3. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 2, 2024 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Oct 23, 2023
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C): OBSERVED SPILLAGE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL LOWER CABINETS IN KITCHEN NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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.
6-501.11: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN AREAS SUCH AS KITCHEN AND WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT FACILITY 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.
6-501.19: OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON ANY STAFF WASHROOM DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON ALL STAFF WASHROOM DOORS 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.14: OBSERVED DUST ON EXTERIOR OF CEILING AND LIGHT VENT COVERS IN ALL STAFF WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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, Oct 23, 2023 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Oct 18, 2023
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C): OBSERVED SPILLAGE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL LOWER CABINETS IN KITCHEN NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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.
6-501.11: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN AREAS SUCH AS KITCHEN AND WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT FACILITY 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.14: OBSERVED DUST ON EXTERIOR OF CEILING AND LIGHT VENT COVERS IN ALL STAFF WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2583140 DATED 10/11/2023 NOT CORRECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. OBSERVED CLUTTER OF BOXES IN THE REAR PAMPER STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAR AND PROVIDE PROPER STORAGE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR TO MAKE FLOOR EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
6-501.19: OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON ANY STAFF WASHROOM DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON ALL STAFF WASHROOM DOORS 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 UTENSILS IN DRYING RACK STORED WITH WITH HANDLES DOWN. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT DURING STORAGE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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 NO SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON ANY STAFF WASHROOM DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON ALL STAFF WASHROOM DOORS 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DUST ON EXTERIOR OF CEILING AND LIGHT VENT COVERS IN ALL STAFF WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA SPILL KIT WITH SPRAY EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VOMIT AND DIARRHEA SPILL KIT WITH SPRAY EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 SMALL FLIES IN KOALA CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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 SPILLAGE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL LOWER CABINETS IN KITCHEN NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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.
OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN AREAS SUCH AS KITCHEN AND WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT FACILITY 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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2561459 DATED 07/29/2022 NOT CORRECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. OBSERVED STAFF TOILET ROOM WITHOUT A RECEPTACLE WITH A LID. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SURE THAT ALL TOILET ROOMS HAVE A RECEPTACLE WITH WORKING LID AT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED CLUTTER OF BOXES IN THE REAR PAMPER STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAR AND PROVIDE PROPER STORAGE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR TO MAKE FLOOR EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.