More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Mcdade Classical last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 30, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
6 inspections on record, from Oct 16, 2023 to Sep 30, 2026.
Has Mcdade Classical ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 16, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
6 inspections
Canvass
Sep 30, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s Notes
NOTED BROKEN COLD-WATER HANDLE AT FIRST SINK IN BOYS SOUTHEAST WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 30, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 3, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 3, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 17, 2025
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED OVER 40 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR INSIDE CABINET UNDER SINK IN LUNCHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITZE 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 DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND SERVING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS 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.
THE LEFT WASHBOWL IN THE GIRL'S TOILET ROOM IN THE ANNEX AND IN THE STAFF'S TOILET ROOM NEEDS TO BE RECAULKED AT THE TOP OF THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO RECAULK 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.
5-205.15: **C** System Maintained in Good Repair (In Good Repair) THE FIRST TWO WASHBOWLS IN THE GIRLS/BOYS TOILET ROOMS NEAR THE CAFETERIA HOT/COLD WATER DOES NOT STAY ON LONG ENOUGH FOR ADEQUATE HAND WASHING. THE THIRD WASHBOWLS IN THE SAME TWO TOILET ROOMS HAS NO HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO OPEN THE FAUCETS SO THAT THEY STAY ON FOR AT MINIMUM 20 SECONDS AND PROVIDE RUNNING WATER TO THE OTHER SINKS. MAINTAIN GOOD AND ADEQUATE PLUMBING.
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.
THE LEFT WASHBOWL IN THE GIRL'S TOILET ROOM IN THE ANNEX AND IN THE STAFF'S TOILET ROOM NEEDS TO BE RECAULKED AT THE TOP OF THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO RECAULK 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.
THE FIRST TWO WASHBOWLS IN THE GIRLS/BOYS TOILET ROOMS NEAR THE CAFETERIA HOT/COLD WATER DOES NOT STAY ON LONG ENOUGH FOR ADEQUATE HAND WASHING. THE THIRD WASHBOWLS IN THE SAME TWO TOILET ROOMS HAS NO HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO OPEN THE FAUCETS SO THAT THEY STAY ON FOR AT MINIMUM 20 SECONDS AND PROVIDE RUNNING WATER TO THE OTHER SINKS. MAINTAIN GOOD AND ADEQUATE PLUMBING.
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.
THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH LARGE BLACK GARBAGE BAGS. DUMPSTER IS SO FULL THAT THE LIDS CAN'T CLOSE. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP LIDS ON THE DUMPSTERS TIGHT FITTED. MUST EITHER HAVE MORE FREQUENT PICK UPS OR GET A DUMPSTER LARGE ENOUGH TO HANDLE THE VOLUME OF TRASH ACCUMILATED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B) NO CITATION ISSUED
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 NO LIDED RECEPTACLE IN THE ALL-GENDER TOILET ROOM ACROSS FROM THE JANITOR'S CLOSET NEAR THE MAIN ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR DISPOSAL OF FEMININE PRODUCTS 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK BEHIND THE SERVING LINE IN THE CAFETERIA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.