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Feb 25, 2026
5 recorded violations
Official wording
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 1-REFRIGERATION UNIT LOCATED IN STUDENT CLASSROOM WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 49.3F."NO (TCS FOODS)STORED IN SAID COOLER AT THIS TIME".INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAID COOLER AT 41F OR COLDER AT ALL TIMES.MANAGEMENT IMMEDIATELY REMOVED SAID REFRIGERATION UNIT FROM THE PREMISES.(SEE COMMENTS BELOW).PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR AND GAP AT BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF REAR EXIT DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.
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 insectsOfficial wording
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES (SPOONS, FORKS) LOCATED IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT (HANDLES-UP) TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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 issuesOfficial wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH LITTER DEBRIS AROUND THE REAR LAUNDRY EQUIPMENTS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE CEILING VENTILATION COVERS IN CLASSROOMS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS 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, Feb 25, 2026 · Original Source