ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Gillespie last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 29, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
5 inspections on record, from Sep 17, 2024 to Sep 29, 2026.
Has Gillespie ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 5 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 17, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
5 inspections
Canvass
Sep 29, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE. VOIDED PHOTOCOPY POSTED IN KITCHEN. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED AND CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST ALSO BE ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012.NO 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 29, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 7, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED TIMED FAUCET NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY AT LEFT SINK GIRLS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR EXIT #1, RIGHT SINK BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR MAIN OFFICE. WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS BEFORE REACTIVATING FAUCET.
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 1/4" GAP AT BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF RIGHT DOOR AT EXIT #2 AND BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF EXIT DOOR #5. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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, Oct 7, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 2, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED TIMED FAUCET NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY AT LEFT SINK GIRLS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR EXIT #1, RIGHT SINK BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR MAIN OFFICE. WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS BEFORE REACTIVATING FAUCET.
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 1/4" GAP AT BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF RIGHT DOOR AT EXIT #2 AND BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF EXIT DOOR #5. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2624165 ON 9-22-25: 38-OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS, BEHIND REFRIGERATOR, INSIDE RADIATOR IN TEACHER LOUNGE, UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN CHEMICAL STORAGE, ON FLOOR IN CUSTODIAL STORAGE IN REAR LUNCHROOM AREA, ALONG WALLS AND INSIDE OUTER FLOOR LEDGES IN LUNCHROOM, ALONG WALLS UNDER DRAINBORD IN KITCHEN AND ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS UNDER SHELVING IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY 7-42-090
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 2, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 22, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED TIMED FAUCET NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY AT LEFT SINK GIRLS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR EXIT #1, RIGHT SINK BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR MAIN OFFICE. WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS BEFORE REACTIVATING FAUCET.
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 OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN TEACHER LOUNGE, CHEMICAL STORAGE, CUSTODIAL STORAGE IN REAR LUNCHROOM AREA, ALONG WALLS IN LUNCHROOM, ALONG WALLS UNDER DRAINBORD IN KITCHEN AND SHELVING IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
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, Sep 22, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 17, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
THE DOORS ACROSS FROM THE 1ST FL BOYS TOILET ROOM IS NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF DOOR 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.
THE SCREEN IN THE WINDOWS LOCATED IN THE DINING AREA HAS HOLES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SCREEN OR CLOSE WINDOWS. MAINTAIN SAME. -PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS/CEILING IN THE OFFICE AND STAFF'S TOILET ROOM (LOCATED IN THE OFFICE). INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE AND PAINT. MUST MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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
MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN THE 1ST FL BOYS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING NEEDS TO BE FIXED AND MAINTAINED: -THE COLD WATER PRESSURE ON THE RIGHT WASHBOWL IN THE GIRL'S 1ST FL TOILET ROOM IS LOW. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE THE PRESSURE OF THE COLD WATER. -THE HOT WATER FAUCET ON THE LEFT WASHBOWL IN THE SAME GIRL'S TOILET ROOM DOES NOT STAY ON LONG ENOUGH FOR ADEQUATE HAND WASHING. INSTRUCTED TO OPEN THE FAUCET UP SO IT STAYS ON FOR AT MINIMUM OF 20 SECONDS. -THE COLD WATER FAUCET ON THE STAFF'S WASHBOWL IS HARD TO TURN ON AND OFF. INSTRUCTED TO FIX.
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.