SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School At U Of C 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: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
5 inspections on record, from Oct 23, 2023 to Oct 21, 2026.
Has Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School At U Of C 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 23, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
5 inspections
Canvass
Oct 21, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official Wording
Personal cleanliness
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 21, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 20, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED 1/4" GAP AT BOTTOM OF DINING ROOM EXIT DOORS. 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, Nov 20, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 4, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS UNDER SHELVNG AND ON CARDBOARD BOXES OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES IN DRY STORAGE AREA, ON FLOOR AND CABINET LEDGES IN PANTRY UNDER SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
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.
OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER MIDDLE HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP 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.
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN WOMEN AND UNISEX WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN ALL WOMEN AND UNISEX WASHROOMS.
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, Nov 4, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 4, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official Wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED THE VENTS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS IN HOODED SYSTEM.
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, Oct 4, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 23, 2023
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE ALL FOOD AND GREASE SPLATTER TO SIDES OF STOVE AND FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. COUNTERTOPS WHERE POPCORN AND COFFEE MAKER ARE LOCATED IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SHELVES OF PREP TABLES TO REMOVE ALL DUST AND DEBRIS. CORRECT 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.
LARGE CAN OPENER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED 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.
FLOORS IN MAIN PREP AREA UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND GREASE BUILD UP. FLOORS IN DRY STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
HOOD VENTILATION FILTERS IN OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.