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Quick Answers
When was Cyc Dorothy Gautreaux last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 21, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 3 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
5 inspections on record, from Oct 5, 2023 to Oct 21, 2026.
Has Cyc Dorothy Gautreaux ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 5 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 5, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
5 inspections
License
Oct 21, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND THE HOT WATER PRESSURE VERY LOW IN THE TODDLER'S REAR TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE THE HOT WATER PRESSURE 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.
FOUND A LEAK AT THE ELBOW OF THE FAUCET ON THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO FIX LEAK AND MAINTAIN GOOD 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.
FOUND AN EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 21, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
May 21, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 21, 2025 · Original Source
License
Feb 5, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS BEHIND CABINETS IN KITCHEN AND UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 5, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 2, 2023
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM TINY TOTS SHELVING UNITS & CUBBIES.
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.
6-201.16 : MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT CHIPPING PAINT ON WALL NEAR HAND SINK IN BUSY BEE ROOM
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.
6-202.15: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR KITCHEN DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
6-202.11 : MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM ADJACENT TO KITCHEN,BUSY BEES,CLASS ROOM (B).
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, Nov 2, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 5, 2023
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINKS IN BUSY BEE CLASSROOM AT 74.7F AND TOILET ROOM AT 75.2F.MUST HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE AT 100.0F.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF APPX.6.38LBS. COLESLAW AT 52.9F-61.9F ON COUNTER TOP AND REFRIGERATOR.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 6.38LBS. $3.97.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT AND REAR KITCHEN DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING
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.
MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM TINY TOTS SHELVING UNITS & CUBBIES.
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.
MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT CHIPPING PAINT ON WALL NEAR HAND SINK IN BUSY BEE ROOM.
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
MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM ADJACENT TO KITCHEN,BUSY BEES,CLASS ROOM (B).
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.