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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass
Feb 5, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.114 OBSERVED THE PRE-K CLOSETS NEED TO BE ORGANIZED AND ITEMS MUST BE STORED AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS, ORGANIZED AND ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND.
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
6-304.11 OBSERVED THE MECHANICAL VENTILATION NOT TURNING ON IN MULTIPLE TOILET ROOMS IN TWO ANNEX BUILDINGS. NO ADEQUATE VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOMS OUTSIDE OF ROOM 132, OUTSIDE OF ROOM 122 AND OUTSIDE OF ROOM 126. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 5, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 10, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN GIRLS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM (68.3F), BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM (68.3F), GIRLS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM (68.5F), AND BOYS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM (64.6F) IN MAIN BUILDING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. 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 NO RUNNING WATER AT RIGHT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM IN MAIN BUILDING. OBSERVED TOILET IN POOR REPAIR IN SECOND FLOOR BOYS WASHROOM IN MAIN BUILDING. OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET AND DRAINPIPE ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN. 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 TOILETS IN NEED OF CLEANING IN ANNEX GIRLS WASHROOM. 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.
OBSERVED DAMAGED OUTLET COVER ON OUTLET NEAR REAR REACH-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE 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 CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2590209 ON 2-28-24:53- OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN GIRLS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS IN ANNEX BUILDING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN GIRLS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS IN ANNEX BUILDING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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 28, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Feb 5, 2024
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INSUFFICIENT HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN MAIN BUILDING FIRST FLOOR GIRLS (89.6F), FIRST FLOOR BOYS (92.5F), SECOND FLOOR GIRLS (96.1F), SECOND FLOOR BOYS (93.5F). OBSERVED INSUFFICIENT HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN DEMOUNTABLE (C) BUILDING AT RIGHT SINK IN BOYS WASHROOM (46F), ALL GENDER PRE-K WASHROOM (72.5F), GIRLS WASHROOM NEAR ROOM 123 (88.3F). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. 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.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2588741 ON 1-29-24: 38-OBSERVED OVER 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON BLUE CLEANING PAD AND FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AND OFFICE AREAS, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS BEHIND TABLE, CHAIRS AND LOCKER IN CORNER NEAR DOUBLE EXIT DOORS IN LUNCHROOM, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS BEHIND FILE CABINETS IN CORNERS OFLUNCHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. 54-OBSERVED DUMPSTERS NOT COVERED IN OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL DUMPSTERS WITH TIGHT-FITTING LIDS. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2572642 ON 3-16-23:10-MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER IN MAIN BUILDING-1ST & 2ND FL. BOY'S & GIRL'S, PRE-K 133-TEACHERS.38-OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF LUNCH ROOM DOOR AND KITCHEN DELIVERY DOOR. MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING. 53-MUST PROVIDE A LID FOR GARBAGE CAN IN TEACHER'S TOILET ROOM NEAR PRE-K ROOM 133.55-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PRE-K 125, DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN LUNCH ROOM, PRE-K 125 CLOSET. LOOSE WALL BASES IN PRE-K 133 TOILET ROOM. MUST PAINT CEILING IN HALLWAY OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED NO VENTILATION ABOVE OVEN IN KITCHEN IF 75KW OR MORE MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY 7-42-090
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN GIRLS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS IN ANNEX BUILDING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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 5, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 29, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON CARDBOARD BOXES OF APPLE SAUCE, PLASTIC LINES, ETC ON TOILET TISSUE AND FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AND OFFICE AREAS, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS BEHIND TABLE, CHAIRS AND LOCKER IN CORNER NEAR DOUBLE EXIT DOORS IN LUNCHROOM, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS BEHIND FILE CABINETS IN CORNERS OFLUNCHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
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 NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN GIRLS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS IN ANNEX BUILDING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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 DUMPSTERS NOT COVERED IN OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL DUMPSTERS WITH TIGHT-FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)
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 VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2572642 ON 3-16-23:10-MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER IN MAIN BUILDING-1ST & 2ND FL. BOY'S & GIRL'S, PRE-K 133-TEACHERS.38-OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF LUNCH ROOM DOOR AND KITCHEN DELIVERY DOOR. MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING. 53-MUST PROVIDE A LID FOR GARBAGE CAN IN TEACHER'S TOILET ROOM NEAR PRE-K ROOM 133.55-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PRE-K 125, DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN LUNCH ROOM, PRE-K 125 CLOSET. LOOSE WALL BASES IN PRE-K 133 TOILET ROOM. MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT CHIPPING PAINT ON CEILING IN HALLWAY OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED NO VENTILATION ABOVE OVEN IN KITCHEN IF 75KW OR MORE MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INSUFFICIENT HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN MAIN BUILDING FIRST FLOOR GIRLS (88.5F), FIRST FLOOR BOYS (88.1F), SECOND FLOOR GIRLS (83.1F), SECOND FLOOR BOYS (86.7F). OBSERVED INSUFFICIENT HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN DEMOUNTABLE (C) BUILDING AT RIGHT SINK IN BOYS WASHROOM (46F), ALL GENDER PRE-K WASHROOM (72.5F), GIRLS WASHROOM NEAR ROOM 123 (88.3F). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. 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.