Canvass Re-Inspection
Sep 29, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 29, 2026 · Original Source
School · Chicago, IL
Maria Saucedo Elementary
2850 W 24th St
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Quick Answers
- When was Maria Saucedo Elementary last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 29, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 11 inspections on record, from Mar 20, 2024 to Sep 29, 2026.
- Has Maria Saucedo Elementary ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 11 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 20, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
11 inspectionsCanvass Re-Inspection
Sep 23, 2026
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector’s Notes
6-501.11 OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS, WALL VENTS, WIRING AND FIXTURES IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN ALL AREAS.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s Notes
5-205.15 OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON HANDWASHING SINK IN SERVING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 59Other
Official Wording
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector’s Notes
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2642632 ON 9-14-26:38-OBSERVED OVER 80 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON LEDGES, FLOOR AND WINDOWSILL IN KITCHEN STAFF LOCKER ROOM, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN KITCHEN, DRY STORAGE AREA AND LUNCHROOM, INSIDE COMPRESSOR UNITS UNDER HOLDING UNITS IN ALL SERVING LINES IN LUNCHROOM, ON BOOKSHELVES AND FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN TEACHER'S LOUNGE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. 54- OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS NOT COVERED. OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS SHALL BE COVERED WITH TIGHT-FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY 7-42-090
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 23, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 14, 2026
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON CHAIR, FLOOR, TABLE AND WINDOW SILL IN KITCHEN STAFF LOCKER ROOM/WASHROOM, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN MECHANICAL ROOM 229C, ON BOTTOM OF MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT SHELVING UNITS IN DRY STORAGE AREA, INSIDE BOTTOM SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, ROLLING CARTS, STAND MIXER, ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ELECTRICAL OUTLETS AND PIPING, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN KITCHEN. 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON HANDWASHING SINK IN SERVING AREA. OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT RIGHT SINK IN GIRLS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM BELOW KITCHEN. OBSERVED MISSING CAP ON RIGHT SINK IN BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR MAIN ENTRANCE. OBSERVED TOILET NOT FLUSHING PROPERLY IN KITCHEN STAFF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 54Facility maintenance
Official Wording
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS NOT COVERED. OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS SHALL BE COVERED WITH TIGHT-FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MANINTAIN CEILING TILES.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON CHAIR, FLOOR, TABLE AND WINDOW SILL IN KITCHEN STAFF LOCKER ROOM/WASHROOM, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN MECHANICAL ROOM 229C, ON BOTTOM OF MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT SHELVING UNITS IN DRY STORAGE AREA, INSIDE BOTTOM SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, ROLLING CARTS, STAND MIXER, ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ELECTRICAL OUTLETS AND PIPING, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN KITCHEN. 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON HANDWASHING SINK IN SERVING AREA. OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT RIGHT SINK IN GIRLS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM BELOW KITCHEN. OBSERVED MISSING CAP ON RIGHT SINK IN BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR MAIN ENTRANCE. OBSERVED TOILET NOT FLUSHING PROPERLY IN KITCHEN STAFF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 54Facility maintenance
Official Wording
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS NOT COVERED. OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS SHALL BE COVERED WITH TIGHT-FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MANINTAIN CEILING TILES.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 14, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
May 1, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED WATER LEAKING FROM CEILING AT REAR BAR AREA INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 1, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 16, 2025
Pass
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREAS AND WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS 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.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official Wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s Notes
MUST PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. OBSERVED FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF DOOR HAS 1/2 INCH GAP UNDERNEATH DOOR. MUST MAKE DOOR RODENT PROOF 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN BASEMENT FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE SHELVING.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF ICE BUILD UP INSIDE CHEST FREEZER LOCATED IN THE REAR OF BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE ICE AND CLEAN FREEZER.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK DRAINING SLOW IN FIRST FLOOR KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED EXCESS OF DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS IN WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON WALL ON REAR NORTH SIDE OF BASEMENT. MUST REPAINT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES ABOVE DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 16, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 6, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 6, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 2, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED TORN GASKET ON TWO DOOR COOLER (#3, EMPLOYEE COOLER) IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED RUST ON SHELVING IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 2, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
May 6, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED FLOORING BELOW THE ICE BIN AND NEXT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FRONT BAR AREA TO BE SOILED WITH BUILD UP IN THE BACK AND IN THE CORNER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN FREE OF EXCESSIVE TRASH BUILD UP.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official Wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED LIGHT MISSING IN STORAGE CLOSET IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA NEXT TO DISH MACHINE ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE LIGHT/PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN ALL STORAGE PREP AREAS.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 6, 2025 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Mar 25, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 25, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 20, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 20, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Mar 20, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED 1/2 INCH GAP AT BOTH FRONT DOOR AND REAR DOOR SWEEPS. MUST RODENT PROOF BOTH ENTRANCE/EXIT DOORS.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s Notes
SOME FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES MISSING. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s Notes
REAR BAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK MIDDLE COMPARTMENT PIPE LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES HAVE EXPIRED. INSRUCTED MANAGER MUST UPDATE EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 20, 2024 · Original Source