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5 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 12, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAK AT PIPE OF HAND SINK IN AWESOME ANTS CLASS ROOM.
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.
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS IN ALL CLASS ROOMS.
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.
6-201.13 : MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR STAINED CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN.
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 12, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 5, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAK AT PIPE OF HAND SINK IN AWESOME ANTS CLASS ROOM.
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 PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH REQUIRED DOCUMENTS NOR RECEIPT OF SERVICE AT THIS TIME.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C)
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.
MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS IN ALL CLASS ROOMS.
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.
MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR STAINED CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN.
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 21, 2025
No Entry
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF EAST NORTH FRONT DOOR ALONG BOTTOM MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
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.
6-501.19 : OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON STAFF TOILET ROOM DOOR THAT LEADS INTO KITCHEN MUST PROVIDE 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 DEVICE ON STAFF TOILET ROOM DOOR THAT LEADS INTO KITCHEN MUST PROVIDE 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.
: 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF EAST NORTH FRONT DOOR ALONG BOTTOM MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING
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, Apr 29, 2024 · Original Source
License
Mar 26, 2024
Fail
14 recorded violations
notedCode 50Other
Official wording
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON PREMISES AT ALL HAND SINKS ,MOP SINKS AND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN CLASS ROOMS, TOILET ROOMS AND KITCHEN . MUST HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER AT ALL TIMES DURING OPERATIONAL HOURS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN GREEN GRASSHOPPER AND INFANTS ROOMS,LOOSE WALL BASE IN GRASSHOPPER ROOM,DAMAGED UPPER WALL ADJACENT TO FURNACE ROOM IN AWESOME ANTS.MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND ELECTRICAL PIPES LEADING INTO FLOORS IN CLASSROOMS.
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.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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 HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND SINK IN CLASS ROOMS ,PREP AREA AND TOILET ROOM.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(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 A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF EAST NORTH FRONT DOOR ALONG BOTTOM MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPES UNDERNEATH HAND SINK IN KITCHEN AND AWESOME ANTS ROOM.
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 COVERED GARBAGE CAN IN STAFF TOILET ROOM MUST PROVIDE 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 OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT MAINTAINED GARBAGE ABOVE RIM AND LIDS NOT TIGHT FITTING AND LARGE PIECES OF EQUIPMENT ON GROUND AROUND DUMPSTER MUST MAKE LIDS TIGHT FITTING,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.(PRIORITY 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.
OBSERVED RAW WOOD WALL MOUNTED CABINETS IN KITCHEN AND INFANTS ROOM MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT TO BE 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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(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 NO LICENSE CATERING CONTRACT FOR FOOD THAT WILL BE DELIVERED AND SERVED ON PREMISES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)
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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HOT HOLDING UNIT AT 135.0F NOR REFRIGERATION AT 41.0F FOR HOLDING AND STORAGE OF FOODS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)
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.