Walter Payton College Prep
1034 N Wells ST, Chicago, IL 60610 · Cook County
Establishment
- Type
- Food establishment (School)
- Inspected by
- Chicago Department of Public Health
- License / ID
- 70020
- Status
- Risk 1 (High)
- Official record
- Chicago Department of Public Health inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 | 4 | 9 | 3 |
| 2022 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 2015 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 2014 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 2011 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
Inspections
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Sep 24, 2025 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
NOTED A PINKISH SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSISDE THE INNER LINNING OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS CLEANED AND SANITIZED. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEE START CLEANING THE ICE MACHINE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
NOTED SOME USE OF MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION AT THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE. ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST ALSO BE STORED 6" AWAY FROM THE WALL.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Aug 28, 2024 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED NEXT TO THE TWO COMAPRTMENT SINK COMING LOOSE FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO ATTACH AND SEAL TO THE WALL.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED ICE MACHINE UNUSED BY THE FOOD SERVICE STAFF IN THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED ICE MACHINE MUST BE REMOVED AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT HARBORING IN THE FOOD SERVICE AREA.
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Severity not stated
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May 17, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.11: OBSERVED CHIPPING PAINT THROUGHOUT THE FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN AREA THAT IS NO LONGER EASILY CLEANABLE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
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Severity not stated
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May 12, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.11: OBSERVED CHIPPING PAINT THROUGHOUT THE FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN AREA THAT IS NO LONGER EASILY CLEANABLE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
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Serious
Priority
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION DATED ON 2/18/22 HAS STILL NOT BEEN CORRECTED. REPORT #2550005. VIOLATION; #52) 5-402.12 OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP CONNECTED TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Severity not stated
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Mar 20, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.11: OBSERVED CHIPPING PAINT THROUGHOUT THE FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN AREA THAT IS NO LONGER EASILY CLEANABLE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
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Serious
Priority
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION DATED ON 2/18/22 HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. REPORT #2550005. VIOLATION; #52) 5-402.12 OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP CONNECTED TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS. #55) 6-501.114: OBSERVED UNUSED COOLER AND OTHER EQUIPMENT BEHIND SERVICE LINE LOCATED ADJACENT TO LUNCH ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM PREMISES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Severity not stated
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Mar 10, 2023 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE IS HEAVILY SOILED ON THE DRIP PLATE. FACILITY MUST WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN CLEANLINESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Serious
Priority
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
OBSERVED WALK-IN COOLER IS NOT WORKING. PER LAST ANNUAL INSPECTION REPORT, WALK-IN COOLER HAS NOT BEEN OPERATING SINCE LAST YEAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SO THAT COOLER IS ABLE TO MAINTAIN TEMPERATURES AT OR BELOW 41F AT ALL TIMES. COOLER WAS TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. FACILITY MUST CONTACT FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG ONCE IT IS PROPERLY REPAIRED OR REPLACED AND MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE FOR AN INSPECTOR TO REMOVE TAG HELD FOR INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED CHIPPING PAINT THROUGHOUT THE FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN AREA THAT IS NO LONGER EASILY CLEANABLE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION DATED ON 2/18/22 HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. REPORT #2550005. VIOLATION; #52) 5-402.12 OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP CONNECTED TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS. #55) 6-501.114: OBSERVED UNUSED COOLER AND OTHER EQUIPMENT BEHIND SERVICE LINE LOCATED ADJACENT TO LUNCH ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Feb 18, 2022 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER BETWEEN 9:00AM-9:30AM. CERTIFIED MANAGER ENDALIN BROWN ARRIVED ON SITE AT 9:30AM. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN EMPLOYEE HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED WALK-IN COOLER NOT CONTAINING TCS ITEMS NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SO THAT COOLER IS ABLE TO MAINTAIN TEMPERATURES AT OR BELOW 41F AT ALL TIMES.
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Severity not stated
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP CONNECTED TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS.
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Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE INSIDE WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED UNUSED COOLER AND OTHER EQUIPMENT BEHIND SERVICE LINE LOCATED ADJACENT TO LUNCH ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM PREMISES.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED ONE BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB IN HOOD ABOVE OVENS IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Mar 26, 2021 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST CLEAN LOOSE FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
UST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN LUNCHROOM ADJACENT TO KITCHEN, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
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Oct 27, 2020 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN AND KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED DUST ON ICE SCOOP THAT IS ATTACHED AT ICE MACHINE FROM OPENED ICE SCOOP HOLDER. AN ENCLOSED ICE SCOOP HOLDER IS NEEDED FOR THE ICE SCOOP.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
FAUCET FAUCET AT TWO COMPARTMENT SINK WHEN WATER IS TURNED ON, LEAKS AT JOINT OF THE FAUCET. REPAIR MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
NO GREASE TRAP INSTALLED UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN AND UNDER THE DISHMACHINE IN DISH ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SAID GREASE TRAPS OR KNOW THE LOCATION
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Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
LID IS NEEDED AT RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE WOMEN/STAFF WASHROOM BY THE KITCHEN
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
BROKEN CAULKING BETWEEN THE WALL AND HANDWASHING SINK IN KITCHEN.REPAIR MAINTAIN
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Dec 13, 2019 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Nov 29, 2018 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Sep 13, 2017 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Nov 8, 2016 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON VENT COVERS IN KITCHEN AREAS AND REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILE IN STUDENTS LUNCHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Minor
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Oct 28, 2016 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR TO THE PREMISES NOT RODENT-PROOFED,APPROXIMATELY 1/4" INCH GAP ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM OF SAID DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON VENT COVERS IN KITCHEN AREAS AND REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILE IN STUDENTS LUNCHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
OBSERVED BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB IN THE MOP SINK CLOSET.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE MOP SINK CLOSET AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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Sep 23, 2015 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
NOTED TEMPERATURES OF MILK COOLER TO BE IMPROPER AT 70.0F. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40F AND BELOW. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY FROM COOLER FROM PREP LINE. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Serious
Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF MILK INSIDE THE MILK COOLER TO BE IMPROPER AT 67.0F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY DISPOSED OF 66 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $24.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. NO CITATIONS ISSUED.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
NOTED DUSTY CEILINGS AND WALLS AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Serious
Critical
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Dec 23, 2014 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Dec 16, 2014 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE
NO HOT WATER WAS AVAILABLE AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR AT WASHROOMS IN THE ENTIRE BUILDING. THE WATER TEMPERATURE AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WAS AT 85F. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT HOT WATER ABOVE 110F MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR WASHING AND SANITIZING UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
REAR EXIT DOORS ARE NOT RODENT PROOFED. THE SHIPPING AND RECEIVING DOUBLE DOORS HAVE A 1/2" GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE DOORS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF ALL OUTER OPENINGS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
REPLACE THE BROKEN HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES IN THE WASHROOMS WHERE MISSING. REPAIR HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES IN THE WASHROOMS SO THAT THEY CAN BE USED FOR 15-20 SECONDS WITHOUT HAVING TO BE REACTIVATED.
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Serious
Critical
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Mar 17, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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May 22, 2013 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Jun 7, 2012 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
THE DISHMACHINE IS IN-OPERABLE AT THIS TIME (GARBASE DISPOSAL UNIT WAS PULLED OUT). UNIT TAGGED, UNTIL FIXED & THE MACHINE IS OPERABLE. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: CABINETS UNDER ALL SINKS IN THE SCIENCE, ART & LAB ROOMS, PLUS THE INTERIOR OF THESE SINKS ALSO; INTERIOR OF MICROWAVES IN THE LUNCH ROOM & IN SOME SCIENCE ROOMS = DUE TO FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT, CLUTTER. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS IN THE SCIENCE, LAB, ARTS OR SPECIAL NEEDS ROOMS MUST BE KEPT CLEAN & ALL ARTICLES/SUPPLIES (IF NEEDED), MUST BE ELEVATED OFF THE FLOOR, FOR EASY ACCESS TO CLEANING/PEST MONITORING. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALLS AROUND ALL THE SINKS IN THE SCIENCE & ARTS ROOMS MUST BE FREE OF SPLATTERS OF PAINT OR ANY TYPE OF STAINS. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
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Not serious
Minor
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
SELF-CLOSING DEVICE OF BATHROOM DOOR, IN PRINCIPAL'S OFFICE IS BROKEN, MUSY FIX. Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
ANY CLUTTER OR UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN ALL THE SCIENCE, LAB, SPECIAL NEEDS OR ART ROOMS MUST BE MINIMIZED, TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.
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Not serious
Minor
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May 24, 2011 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER UNIT IN RM 224A AND THE STORAGE SHELVES, REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER IN RM. 124A.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPAIR THE STAINLESS STEEL WALL SECTIONS BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT SO THAT THERE ARE NO OPEN GAPS BETWEEN THE WALL SECTIONS.
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Not serious
Minor
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May 16, 2011 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OUTER DOOR OPENINGS ARE NOT RODENT PROOF AND EVIDENCE OF RODENTS OBSERVED IN THE CLASSROOMS. OBSERVED THE SOUTHWEST AND SOUTHEAST STAIRWELL DOORS NOT RODENT PROOF ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE DOORS. A 1/4" GAP WAS OBSERVED ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE DOORS. MUST RODENT PROOF ALL OUTER OPENINGS. ALSO OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY IN THE FOLLOWING CLASSROOMS: RM. 222 HAD 10 MOUSE DROPPINGS BELOW CABINETS, RM. 320 HAD 1 MOUSE DROPPING IN THE CABINET, RM. 224A HAD 10 DROPPINGS ON THE STORAGE SHELVES AND BEHIND THE REFRIGERATOR, RM. 122 HAD 40 DROPPINGS BEHIND THE WASHED AND DRYER UNITS, RM. 124A HAD 4 DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE REFRIGERATOR, RM. 120 HAD 10 DROPPINGS IN THE CABINETS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER UNIT IN RM 224A AND THE STORAGE SHELVES, REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER IN RM. 124A.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPAIR THE STAINLESS STEEL WALL SECTIONS BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT SO THAT THERE ARE NO OPEN GAPS BETWEEN THE WALL SECTIONS.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
Source: Chicago Department of Public Health. History last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.