ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
4 inspections
License
Sep 18, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EXPOSED SNAP TRAPS IN KITCHEN BEHIND HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINE AND IN BOILER-ROOM CLOSET LOCATED IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE LICENSED PEST CONTROL SERVICE PROVIDE COVERS FOR TRAPS.
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, Sep 18, 2025 · Original Source
License
Oct 28, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA TO BE INACCESSIBLE WITH DISHES, CUPS AND TRAYS IN THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SURE ALL HANDWASHING SINKS ARE ACCESSIBLE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY. COS. 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.
OBSERVED WIPING CLOTH AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DISCOVERS CLASSROOM NOT STORED PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS PROPERLY IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USAGE. COS.
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 28, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 7, 2023
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15: OBSERVED OPENING AT BASE ON WESTSIDE AND OPENING ALONG SIDE AT BASE ON EASTSIDE OF FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
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, Dec 7, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 30, 2023
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OPENING AT BASE ON WESTSIDE AND OPENING ALONG SIDE AT BASE ON EASTSIDE OF FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
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 WATER LEAKING FROM BASE OF DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK 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 DAMAGED BASEBOARD IN EXPLORERS CLASSROOM UNDERNEATH WINDOW IN KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE BASEBOARD. OBSERVED PEELING/CHIPPED PAINT ON WALL BEHIND COTS NEAR EXIT OF TWO YEAR OLD ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PEELING/CHIPPED PAINT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT AREA. OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR IN TWO YEAR OLD CLASSROOM NEAR EASTSIDE WINDOW INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DAMAGED FLOOR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED OPENING AROUND UPPER PIPE LEADING TO TOILET IN SECOND STALL OF WASHROOM IN EXPLORERS CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE COVER OR SMOOTHLY SEAL OPENING FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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 CEREAL IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINER NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD, SPICES, AND CONDIMENTS WITH COMMON NAME WHEN NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR FOR MEASURING SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF UTENSILS AND OTHER DISHES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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.