Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 31, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 31, 2025 · Original Source
Children's Services Facility · Chicago, IL
Lovelyland Learning Lab Corporation
1946-1948 W 87th St
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6 inspectionsCanvass Re-Inspection
Feb 28, 2025
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE (CLEAR FOOD STORAGE 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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP IN RIGHT CORNER OF ENTRY DOOR IN SCIENTIST ROOM 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
: 5-205.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE IN KITCHEN & STAFF TOILET ROOM -DAMAGED FLOOR TILES.DAMAGED WALL PILLAR IN ADVENTURES ROOM.MOP SINK CLOSET-LOOSE WALL BASES & EXPLORERS TOILET ROOM.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-304.11 : OBSERVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN ADVENTURES TOILET ROOM MUST REPAIR 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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2612514 2/21/25 STILL NOT CORRECTED-#55- 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE & MISSING WALL BASES IN KITCHEN,SCIENTIST ROOM,EXPLORERS.CRACKS IN CEILINGS IN ALL CLASS ROOMS. #55- 6-201.16 : MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT CHIPPING PAINT ON WALLS IN ALL CLASS ROOMS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.#55- 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES IN FURNACE ROOMS AND MOP SINK CLOSET. #55-6-501.114 : MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN MOPSINK CLOSET.#56-6-304.11 : OBSERVED NO MECHANICAL VENTILATION WORKING IN STAFF TOILET ROOM MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. (PRIORITY 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 28, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 21, 2025
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE (CLEAR FOOD STORAGE 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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A GAP IN RIGHT CORNER OF ENTRY DOOR IN SCIENTIST ROOM 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE IN KITCHEN & STAFF TOILET ROOM -DAMAGED FLOOR TILES.DAMAGED WALL PILLAR IN ADVENTURES ROOM.MOP SINK CLOSET-LOOSE WALL BASES & EXPLORERS TOILET ROOM.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN ADVENTURES TOILET ROOM MUST REPAIR 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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2592693 4/12/24 NOT CORRECTED-#55- 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE & MISSING WALL BASES IN KITCHEN,SCIENTIST ROOM,EXPLORERS.CRACKS IN CEILINGS IN ALL CLASS ROOMS. #55-6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN FOOD SPLATTER AND DIRT BUILD UP FROM WALLS IN KITCHEN.#55- 6-201.16 : MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT CHIPPING PAINT ON WALLS IN ALL CLASS ROOMS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.#55- 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES IN FURNACE ROOMS AND MOP SINK CLOSET. #55-6-501.114 : MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN MOPSINK CLOSET.#56-6-304.11 : OBSERVED NO MECHANICAL VENTILATION WORKING IN STAFF TOILET ROOM MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #56-6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN ADVENTURES ROOM.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 21, 2025 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Apr 12, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 44Equipment and utensils
Official wording
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
Inspector’s notes
4-903.11 (A;B;D) : MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON FOOD STORAGE SHELVES.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND DUST BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS AND CUBBIES IN ALL CLASS ROOMS,KITCHEN-OVEN AND LOWER DRAWER OF STOVE
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.114 : MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN MOPSINK CLOSET.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
: 6-304.11 : OBSERVED NO MECHANICAL VENTILATION WORKING IN STAFF TOILET ROOM MUST PROVIDE 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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 12, 2024 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Apr 10, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
STILL OBSERVED HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINKS IN ADVENTURES TOILET ROOM AT 76.8F MUST HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER AT 100.0F. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 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.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 60 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN FURNANCE ROOM IN EXPLORERS AND SCIENTIST ROOMS ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES & SHELVING UNITS AND EVIDENCE OF LIVE ANTS CRAWLING ON DEBRIS ON FLOOR BEHIND SHELVING UNIT IN SCIENTIST ROOM.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/8/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND DUST BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS AND CUBBIES IN ALL CLASS ROOMS,KITCHEN-OVEN AND LOWER DRAWER OF STOVE.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE & MISSING WALL BASES IN KITCHEN,SCIENTIST ROOM,EXPLORERS.HOLE IN EXPLORERS TOILET ROOM DOOR.CRACKS IN CEILINGS 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 44Equipment and utensils
Official wording
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
Inspector’s notes
4-903.11 (A;B;D) : MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON FOOD STORAGE SHELVES.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN ADVENTURES ROOM.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 10, 2024 · Original Source
License
Apr 8, 2024
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINKS IN SCIENTIST TOILET ROOM AT 55.2F AND ADVENTURES TOILET ROOM AT 84.0F MUST HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER AT 100.0F. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 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.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 44Equipment and utensils
Official wording
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
Inspector’s notes
MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON FOOD STORAGE SHELVES.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND DUST BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS AND CUBBIES IN ALL CLASS ROOMS,KITCHEN-OVEN AND LOWER DRAWER OF STOVE.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND MOPSINK.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE & MISSING WALL BASES IN KITCHEN,SCIENTIST ROOM,EXPLORERS.HOLE IN EXPLORERS TOILET ROOM DOOR.CRACKS IN CEILINGS 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED SUCH AS (MILK)MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 60 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN FURNANCE ROOM IN EXPLORERS AND SCIENTIST ROOMS ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES & SHELVING UNITS AND EVIDENCE OF LIVE ANTS CRAWLING ON DEBRIS ON FLOOR BEHIND SHELVING UNIT IN SCIENTIST ROOM.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/8/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COOKING EQUIPMENT AND FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS STORED ON SHELVING UNITS IN FURNANCE ROOMS MUST REMOVE AND STORE PROPERLY.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO MECHANICAL VENTILATION WORKING IN STAFF TOILET ROOM MUST PROVIDE 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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 8, 2024 · Original Source