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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 16, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12 NOTED A BUILDUP DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN, ESPECIALLY UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, THROUGHOUT CABINETS IN KITCHEN, FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE ROOM, AS WELL AS RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN 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.
6-501.112 NOTED DEAD PEST ACTIVIY IN CABINET IN KITCHEN NEXT TO OVEN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE, 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 16, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 14, 2026
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SINKS NOT MAINTAINED WITH HOT WATER: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER OBSERVED AT WASHBOWL SINK IN WASHROOM CHILDREN'S WASHROOM NEXT TO KITCHEN (72.3F), EMPLOYEE WASHROOM HANDSINK IN REAR TODDLER CLASSROOM AT (65F). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE HOT WATER AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE AT LEAST 100F. SERVICE TECHNICIAN ARRIVED ON SITE AND NOW ALL SINKS ARE MAINTAINED BETWEEN 102F - 105F. PRIORITY 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.
NOTED DEAD PEST ACTIVIY IN CABINET IN KITCHEN NEXT TO OVEN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE, 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.
NOTED A BUILDUP DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN, ESPECIALLY UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, THROUGHOUT CABINETS IN KITCHEN, FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE ROOM, AS WELL AS RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN 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.
OBSERVED NO LABEL ON BOTTLE CONTAINING COOKING OIL IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
OBSERVED GROCERY BAG IN THE FREEZER IN THE KITCHEN, IN THE REFRIGERATOR IN THE TEACHER'S LOUNGE AND IN THE FREEZER UNIT IN THE STORAGE ROOM AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND DISCARD.
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 NO TRASH CAN LID IN THE STUDENT WASHROOM NEXT TO THE UTILITY ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 IMPROPER STORAGE OF MOP IN THE KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY.
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 VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OVERHEAD VENT NOT WORKING IN THE STUDENT WASHROOM NEXT TO THE UTILITY ROOM AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 21, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 30, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BROKEN DOOR SWEEP WITH SMALL GAP AT THE BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF THE EXIT/OUTER DOOR NEAR THE TODDLER CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE THE DOOR SWEEP AND/OR SEAL THE EXPOSED AREA/GAP AS TO PREVENT ENTRY FOR 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.
OBSERVED VARIOUS ITEMS AND EQUIPMENT STORED DIRECTLY ON THE FLOOR IN THE STORAGE CLOSET IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHELVING FOR ITEMS ON THE FLOOR AND ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR ACCESSIBILITY TO MAINTAIN A CLEANABLE FLOOR/SURFACE
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.
OBSERVED WARPED CEILING TILE OVER THE STOVE IN THE KITCHEN AREA, STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE BATHROOM IN THE BUSY BEE ROOM AND GAPS IN THE CEILING TILE IN THE UTILITY CLOSET AND BUSY BEE ROOM BATHROOM AREA.
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 VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO LIGHTBULB COVERING/SHIELD IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA AND IN THE UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 30, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
May 21, 2024
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION AT 9AM WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING SERVED. CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT APPROXIMATELY 9:50AM. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 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.
OBSERVED NO FOOD LABEL ON A WHITE BOWL WITH CONTENTS OF A WHITE SUBSTANCE THAT APPEARED TO BE OF SUGAR. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AS TO IDENTIFY THE FOOD ITEM(S) WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD ON THE CONTAINER. COS.
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.
OBSERVED BROKEN DOOR SWEEP WITH SMALL GAP AT THE BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF THE EXIT/OUTER DOOR NEAR THE TODDLER CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE THE DOOR SWEEP AND/OR SEAL THE EXPOSED AREA/GAP AS TO PREVENT ENTRY FOR 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.
OBSERVED VARIOUS ITEMS AND EQUIPMENT STORED DIRECTLY ON THE FLOOR IN THE STORAGE CLOSET IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHELVING FOR ITEMS ON THE FLOOR AND ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR ACCESSIBILITY TO MAINTAIN A CLEANABLE FLOOR/SURFACE.
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.
OBSERVED TWO PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZER WITH FROZEN FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND DISCARD GROCERY BAGS.
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 NO HOT WATER IN THE STAFF BATHROOM HANDWASHING SINK AT 91.2F, NO HOT WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE BUTTERFLY ROOM AT 60.4F AND NO HOT WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE INFANT ROOM AT 66.0F. WATER TEMPERATURE MUST BE AT 100.0F OR ABOVE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED NO LID/COVERING ON THE TRASH CAN IN THE STAFF BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 TWO MOPS DRYING IMPROPERLY IN UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO DRY MOPS CORRECTLY AS NOT TO HARBOR/ATTRACT PESTS.
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 VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO LIGHTBULB COVERING/SHIELD IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA AND IN THE UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.