More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
3 inspections
License
Oct 27, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE EMERGENCY EXIT DOOR IN BIRD CLASSROOM. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT-FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
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, Oct 27, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 20, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 20, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 13, 2024
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
NO SOAP LOCATED AT THE KITCHEN HAND WASHING SINK. EMPTY SOAP DISPENSER. MANAGEMENT REFILLED DURING THE INSPECTION. REVIEWED HAND SOAP MUST BE AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED TWO WORKING SPRAY BOTTLES WITH AN UNKNOWN CHEMICAL IN TWO SEPARATE LOCATIONS, A CHILDREN'S TOILET ROOM AND A CLASSROOM, NOT LABELED WITH INGREDIENTS COMMON NAME. REVIEWED, ALL CHEMICALS NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL CONTAINERS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH THE CHEMICAL NAME. BOTH CONTAINERS DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-015 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION IN THE KITCHEN. FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING.
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 NOT USE TINFOIL AS LINER FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN. MUST BE A SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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.
LEAK INTO A BUCKET UNDER THE KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR.
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.
PILED CARDBOARD BOXES IN THE BASEMENT DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA MUST BE REMOVED.
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 VIOLATIONS FROM 6-26-23 REPORT #2577849 NOT CORRECTED. #47- NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT AT THE KITCHEN PREP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND/OR REPLACE.#55-: NOTED CLUTTER AT THE REAR GARAGE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.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.