Amundsen High School
5110 N Damen AVE, Chicago, IL 60625 · Cook County
Establishment
- Type
- Food establishment (School)
- Inspected by
- Chicago Department of Public Health
- License / ID
- 46031
- Status
- Risk 1 (High)
- Official record
- Chicago Department of Public Health inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 2 | 10 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 6 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 2016 | 2 | 11 | 0 |
| 2015 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2014 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 | 2 | 6 | 1 |
| 2010 | 4 | 23 | 4 |
Inspections
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Apr 14, 2026 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Dec 16, 2025 Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE (NOT USED FOR CONSUMPTION) NOTED DIRTY WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE IN UPPER PORTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN..
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST NOT USE TINFOIL AS LINER FOR SHELVING OR EQUIPMENT. MUST BE A SMOOTH CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
NOTED A FOOD ENCRUSTED TABLE TOP CAN OPENER. MUST BE CLEANED AFTER EACH USE.----NOTED THE INTERIOR OF THE UNUSED TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE BAKERY WITH FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
LEAK ON THE MIDDLE FACET OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS NEED CLEANING: FLOOR UNDER THE UNUSED TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE BAKERY WITH FOOD DEBRIS.----THE 2ND FLOOR DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM WITH PAPER DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
SOILED MOPS HEADS IMPROPERLY STORED INSIDE THE MOP BUCKET. MUST STORE INVERTED AT THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
INADEQUATE LIGHTING INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST NOT USE ENERGY EFFICIENT BULBS THAT DO NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE INTENSITY. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
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Severity not stated
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May 13, 2025 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
OBSERVED NO INTERNAL AMBIENT THERMOMETER IN THE UPRIGHT HOT HOLDING UNIT ALONG THE MAIN SERVING LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN A CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY-VIEWABLE LOCATION IN ALL EQUIPMENT USED TO HOT-HOLD TCS FOOD ITEMS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED HANDLE OF UPRIGHT HOT-HOLDING UNIT ALONG MAIN SERVING LINE IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE UPRIGHT HOT-HOLDING UNIT HANDLE AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT IN GOOD REPAIR AND PROPER ADJUSTMENT.
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Severity not stated
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Mar 22, 2024 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FAUCET AT HANDSINK IN 3RD FLOOR BOYS WASHROOM.THE METERED FAUCET MUST STAY ACTIVE FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS BEFORE NEEDING TO BE REACTIVATED.
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Serious
Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF (TCS FOODS) INSIDE OF THE TROPICANA REFRIGERATION UNIT LOCATED IN THE SERVING LINE.OBSERVED TURKEY SANDWICHES AT 50.1F,YOGURT AT 46.7 F,MOZZARELLA CHEESE STICKS AT 51.8F,CUT LETTUCE/CUT TOMATO TOSSED SALADS AT 51.3F.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MONITOR AND MAINTAIN ALL COLD (TCS) FOODS AT 41F OR COLDER AT ALL TIMES.MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROX.9 LBS OF FOOD WORTH $25.00.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Serious
Priority
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
OBSERVED THE TROPICANA REFRIGERATION UNIT LOCATED AT SERVING LINE WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 57.1F.THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE (TCS FOODS) SUCH AS YOGURTS AND MOZZARELLA CHEESE STICKS.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER AT 41F OR COLDER AT ALL TIMES.THE SAID REFRIGERATION UNIT IS TAGGED "HELD FOR INSPECTION" AT THIS TIME.INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED.(SEE COMMENTS BELOW).PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE TROPICANA REFRIGERATION UNIT LOCATED AT SERVING LINE.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT BASE OF THE FAUCET AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS ON CEILING VENTILATION COVERS IN THE SERVING AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
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Mar 16, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Mar 8, 2023 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER RECEPTACLES WITH DAMAGED LIDS AND LIDS THAT ARE TOO SHORT TO FIT THE TOP OF THE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDED TIGHT FITTING LIDS IN GOOD CONDITION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B) NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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May 4, 2022 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN BAKERY PREP AREA AND AROUND ONE DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN MAIN PREP AREA.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED BEHIND ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT IT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND REFRIGERATOR WITH LITTER IN SECOND FLOOR TEACHERS LOUNGE.
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Severity not stated
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May 4, 2021 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2500737 ON 4/26/21 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY IN THE LUNCHROOM, CLASSROOM AND MAIN OFFICE. OBSERVED 5 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN THE CORNER BETWEEN THE OFFICE AND WALK-IN FREEZER #2 IN THE LUNCHROOM, 10 DROPPINGS ON THE MUSICAL INSTRUMENT STORAGE SHELVES IN ROOM 329 AND 20 DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF ROOM 124D IN THE MAIN OFFICE AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL RODENT DROPPINGS AND MAINTAIN THESE AREAS. PRIORITY 7-42-090.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Apr 26, 2021 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY IN THE LUNCHROOM, KITCHEN DRY STORAGE AND DISH WASHING ROOM AND SEVERAL CLASSROOMS. OBSERVED 1 MOUSE DROPPING IN THE METAL UTILITY CABINET NEXT TO WALK-IN FREEZER #1 IN THE LUNCHROOM, APPROX. 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS BETWEEN THE OFFICE AND THE WALK-IN FREEZER #2 IN THE LUNCHROOM, 10 DROPPINGS IN THE DISH WASHING ROOM, 10 DROPPINGS IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM NEXT TO THE KITCHEN, 40 DROPPINGS IN THE BAKERY AREA BETWEEN THE COOLER AND THE WALL IN THE CORNER, BEHIND THE GREASE TRAP AND THE OVEN IN THE BAKERY AREA, 10 DROPPINGS ON THE MUSICAL INSTRUMENT STORAGE SHELVES IN ROOM 329, 10 DROPPINGS IN THE CORNER BEHIND THE FILE CABINET IN ROOM 129, AND 20 DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN ROOM 124D. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
REPAIR THE WATER LEAK UNDER THE LEFT SIDE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Jan 8, 2020 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HAND SINK IN FRONT FOOD DISPENSING SERVICE AREA. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND INSTALL A HAND SINK UNDER CITY WATER PRESSURE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUES
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Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
MUST CLEAN FLOORS AND BATHROOM STALL DOORS FROM URINE IN 3RD FLOOR MAN'S BATHROOM
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Apr 4, 2019 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
FACILITY USES HI TEMPERATURE SANITIZING DISH MACHINE AND DOESN'T HAVE PROPER TEMPERATURE MEASURING IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR THAT SHALL BE PROVIDED AND READILY ACCESSIBLE FOR MEASURING THE UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST CLEAN DUSTY SUPPORT POLS OVER FOOD SERVING LINE
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
BACK FLOW PREVENTION NOT LOCATED ON ICE MACHINE TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN APPROVED BACK FLOW PREVENTION OR AIR GAP BETWEEN THE WATER SUPPLY INLET AND THE UNIT
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Feb 15, 2018 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
FILTER ON THE HOOD IN THE KITCHEN WITH DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Minor
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Feb 8, 2018 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
STAFF ENTRANCE #7 DOOR WITH 1/4 OF AN INCH GAP ON THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. MUST RODENT/INSECTS PROOF THE DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2015247 #32-Walk in cooler in kitchen prep area that had shelving/racks with peeling paint/rust shall be repaired/replaced. Storage shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. #35-Walls that had peeling paint/plaster in kitchen prep area by walk in cooler, shall be repaired/sealed. Walk in cooler wall had 1/4 inch gap on bottom of walk in cooler(insides), shall be repaired/sealed. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
FILTER ON THE HOOD IN THE KITCHEN WITH DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN. PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING OF GIRL'S WASHROOM ON THE 2ND AND THIRD FLOOR. MUST SCRAPE PEELING PAINT AND RE PAINT. WALL VENT COVER WITH DUST BUILD-UP ON THE 2ND AND THIRD FLOOR GIRL'S WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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Apr 6, 2017 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Walk in cooler in kitchen prep area that had shelving/racks with peeling paint/rust shall be repaired/replaced. Storage shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Walk in cooler shelving/racks in kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, ovens not clean, had excess food debris accumulation, needs detailed cleaning(crevices). Storage shelving/racks in storage room not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors in walk in cooler under shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). Floor in walk in cooler had 4 inch(approximately) hole by door shall be repaired/replaced. Floors in kitchen prep area under 3 compartment sink not clean, need detailed cleaning, floor in kitchen storage room closed under shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Walls that had peeling paint/plaster in kitchen prep area by walk in cooler, shall be repaired/sealed. Walk in cooler wall had 1/4 inch gap on bottom of walk in cooler(insides), shall be repaired/sealed. 2nd floor girls bathroom wall ceiling had peeling paint/plaster, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
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Not serious
Minor
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May 24, 2016 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
Found following items dirty and not maintained: water fountains, bathroom sinks, teacher's lounge microwave. Instructed facility to clean all and maintain.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed dirty floors with dust and debris throughout- in classrooms, bathrooms, hallways, stairways, and mop closets. Instructed facility to routinely clean and to maintain.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed dirty walls and wall bases throughout facility (bathrooms, hallways, closets). Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed dust accumulation on the walk in cooler fanguards and on the vents above the serving lines. Instructed facility to clean and maintain both.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Observed garbage bags not taken out or left overnight. Instructed facility to remove all garbage daily to facilitate proper cleaning methods and help prevent pests.
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Not serious
Minor
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May 17, 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 ants in various locations throughout the building: 100 in the library, 50 in room 226, 40 in 126, 25 in room 124, 30 in room 324, and 30 in room 121. Instructed facility to remove all pests and maintain. Recommended to contact a licensed pest control provider for service. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
Observed the three compartment sink not maintained-when one compartment's water is released, said water flows up into another empty compartment. Instructed facility to repair and maintain so water drains properly. Serious violation 7-38-030.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES
Observed the first floor girls washroom to have a sink in the handicap stall. Said sink has no soap in the soap dispenser. Instructed facility to install and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-030.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Found following items dirty and not maintained: water fountains, bathroom sinks, teacher's lounge microwave. Instructed facility to clean all and maintain.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed dirty floors with dust and debris throughout- in classrooms, bathrooms, hallways, stairways, and mop closets. Instructed facility to routinely clean and to maintain.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed dirty walls and wall bases throughout facility (bathrooms, hallways, closets). Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed dust accumulation on the walk in cooler fanguards and on the vents above the serving lines. Instructed facility to clean and maintain both.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Observed garbage bags not taken out or left overnight. Instructed facility to remove all garbage daily to facilitate proper cleaning methods and help prevent pests.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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Mar 25, 2015 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
SHELVES IN STORAGE AREA BY KITCHEN, HAS CHIPPING RAW WOOD SURFACES, INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
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Not serious
Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
LIGHTS OUT BY COOKING AREA SERVICE LINE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
FAUCET LEAKING AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Not serious
Minor
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May 19, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
FAN COVERS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE DUST DEBRIS. CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFTER EVERY USE. INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE IN STORAGE ROOM SECOND FLOOR, PREP AREA AND BOILER ROOM NOT CLEAN. ISTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
WATER SLOW DRAINING IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO PREVENT SLOW DRAINING.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN BOILER ROOM AND STORAGE ROOM NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNSED ARTICLES.
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Not serious
Minor
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Apr 16, 2013 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NOTED PEELING PAINT ON WOOD SHELVES INSIDE STORAGE ROOM IN THE KITCHEN, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPAINT SHELVES.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
FOOD DEBRIS ON EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE; MICROWAVE OVEN, PIZZA STORAGE REACH IN COOLER, CAN OPENER, UPPER PANEL OF ICE MACHINE AND MOP SINK AT 1ST FLOOR MOP CLOSET.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DEBRIS BUILD-UP INSIDE SOME MOP CLOSETS, INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AT THOSE AREAS.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
GREASE AND DUST BUILD-UP ON FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AT BOTH PREP AREAS AND HOT FOODS SERVING LINE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
NOTED LEAKS ON FAUCETS AT 2PART SINK AT PREP AREA AND AT 1ST FLOOR NORTH AREA MOP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
NOTED CLUTTER INSIDE SOME MOP CLOSETS, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BOXES AND ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Not serious
Minor
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Mar 14, 2012 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOIL LINER ON STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE REAR STORAGE ROOM(FOOD STORAGE)
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD -UP ABOVE SERVING LINE; MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE OVEN AT BAKERY PREP AREA
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Not serious
Minor
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Jan 28, 2011 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Jan 26, 2011 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE
All food establishments shall be provided with an adequate supply of hot and cold water under pressure properly connected to the city water supply. NO HOT RUNNING WATER IN KITCHEN OR ANY SINKS THRU-OUT THE SCHOOL. ENGINEER STATED, "HOT WATER TANK BROKE THIS MORNING AT 7:30AM." INSTRUCTED KITCHEN MANAGER TO HAVE AN ALTERNATIVE FOOD SOURCE, COLD FOODS. MUST HAVE HOT WATER AT ALL TIMES. SCHOOL NOW UNDER 48 HOURS NOTICE #11-003, OFFICE NOTIFIED. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030;
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLER AND MICROWAVE OVEN IN TEACHERS LOUNGE, MICROWAVE OVEN IN KITCHEN AND STORAGE SHELVES THRU-OUT KITCHENS CLOSET AND MOP CLOSETS AT 2ND AND 3RD FLOORS.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT CLOSETS.
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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. MUST CLEAN FILTERS ABOVE OVEN IN BAKERY.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR MOP SINK IN 2ND FLOOR MOP CLOSET AND SEAL GREASE TRAP UNDER 3PART SINK IN KITCHEN.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT CLOSETS, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Serious
Critical
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Sep 22, 2010 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
All food establishments that prepare, sell, or store hot food shall have adequate hot food storage facilities.//MGMT & I OBSERVED AIRE TEMPS IN REACH IN COOLER AT 51.0F FRONT FAR LEFT,CENTER AT 49.9F IN FRONT SERVING LINE FOR STUDENTS PLACE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG ON UNITS,DO NOT USE UNTIL REINSPECTED BY DEPT OF HEALTH FAX LETTER TO 312-746-4240
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Serious
Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less.//MGMT & I OBSERVED MILK AT 45.9F-46.0F IN REACH IN COOLERS IN FRONT SERVING LINE AREA,TURKEY HAM 45.9F,TURKY BREAST,45.7F ,MGMT VOLUNTEERED TO PROPERLY DISTCARD FOOD ITEMS $72.02
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Not serious
Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
INSTRUCTED MGMT TO PROPERLY STORE ALL SINGLE SERVICE SELF-SERVICE UTENSILS ON SERVICE LINE.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.//NEED LIDS ON ALL GARBAGE CANS IN PREP AREA WHEN NOT IN USE/SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN 3COMP. SINK & EXPOSED HAND BOWL IN KITCHEN AREA
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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.//SOME SHELVES IN COOLER AREA,MEAT SLICER NEED CLEANING
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.//MUST STORE ALL STOCK 6" OFF FLOORS WHEN IN STORAGE
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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.//OBSERVED CHIP PAINT & CEILING POOR REPAIR OVER 3COMP. SINK,OVER SERVING LINE IN FRONT AREA
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline.//VENTILATION COVERS NEED DETAIL OVER FRONT SERVING LINE,DINNING AREA & KITCHEN AREA.
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Serious
Critical
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May 28, 2010 Tag Removal · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS NOTED ON 5.11.10 INSPECTION #4457.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS NOTED ON 5.11.10 INSPECTION #4457.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS NOTED ON 5.11.10 INSPECTION #4457.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS NOTED ON 5.11.10 INSPECTION #4457.
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Not serious
Minor
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May 24, 2010 Tag Removal · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON 5.11.10 INSPECTION # 44257.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON 5.11.10 INSPECTION # 44257.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON 5.11.10 INSPECTION # 44257.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON 5.11.10 INSPECTION # 44257.
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Not serious
Minor
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May 11, 2010 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED AIR TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AT 56.6F AND AIR TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF THE BAKERY 2 DOOR PREP COOLER AT 51.0F. BOTH UNITS WERE USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. BOTH UNITS WERE TAGGED BY CDPH. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO MAINTAIN UNITS BELOW 40F. FAX REINSPECTION LETTER TO (312) 746-4240 AFTER UNITS HAVE BEEN REPAIRED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Serious
Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED JUICE BETWEEN 44.7-54.9F, SOFT BOILED EGGS AT 54.6F, MOZZARELLA CHEESE AT 58.2F, SLICED HAM AT 54F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 10# OF FOOD WORTH $38. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES
In all food establishments, toilet facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair and shall include an adequate supply of hot and cold or tempered water, soap, and approved sanitary towels or other approved hand-drying devices. OBSERVED SEVERAL STUDENT RESTROOMS WITH NO HAND SOAP, PAPER TOWELS, OR HAND DRYING DEVICES. 3RD FLOOR NORTH BOY'S RESTROOM WAS WITHOUT A SOAP DISPENSER. MANAGEMENT REPLACED IT. THE ELECTRIC HAND DRYERS WERE NOT OPERATIONAL IN THE 3RD FLOOR NORTH GIRL'S RESTROOM AND THE BOY'S LOCKER ROOM ON THE 1ST FLOOR. MANAGEMENT PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS TO DRY HANDS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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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 FOLLOWING ITEMS: ALL 3 VENTILATION HOODS AND FILTERS, THE WIRE RACKS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER, DUST ON TOP OF THE PIZZA OVEN.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MAINTAIN THE FLOORS DRY AND CLEAN IN THE RESTROOMS.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED WATER LEAK AROUND THE GREASE TRAP OF THE BAKERY 2C SINK. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE. THE LEFT SINK IN THE 3RD FLOOR NORTH GIRL'S RESTROOM IS LEAKING AT THE DRAIN LINE. MUST REPAIR LEAK.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
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. LITTER IN RESTROOMS, ESPECIALLY ABOVE URINALS IN BOY'S LOCKER ROOM. MUST MAINTAIN AREAS CLEAN.
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Serious
Critical
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.