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When was St. Francis De Sales High School last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jan 30, 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?
4 inspections on record, from Jan 24, 2024 to Jan 30, 2026.
Has St. Francis De Sales High School ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 24, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Canvass
Jan 30, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s Notes
5-205.15 OBSERVED ONE OF TWO HAND WASHING SINKS NOT TURNING ON PROPERLY IN THE WOMEN'S 1ST FLOOR TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 30, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 27, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED RIGHT SINK SLOW DRAINING IN FIRST FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM AND NOT OPERABLE IN SECOND FLOOR GIRLS 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.
OBSERVED HAND DRYERS NOT OPERABLE IN BOYS FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 27, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jan 31, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK SLOW DRAINING IN THIRD FLOOR WOMEN TEACHER 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.
OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN FIRST FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 31, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 24, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 60Other
Official Wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s Notes
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2672876 ON 3-21-23:38-OBSERVED GAPS ALONG BOTTOM OF DELIVERY DOOR AND ADJACENT DOORS TO LUNCH ROOM MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING. 51-MUST REPAIRSLOW DRAIN AT FAR RIGHT HAND SINK IN GROUND LEVEL GIRL'S TOILET ROOM. 55-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN PREP/SERVING LINE, LUNCH ROOM AREAS.DAMAGED CEILING IN LUNCH ROOM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOLDING UNITS, SHELVING UNITS AND PREP TABLES. 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.
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK SLOW DRAINING IN THIRD FLOOR WOMEN TEACHER 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.
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS, CONTAINER OF STRAWBERRIES AND GOLDFISH CARACKERS ON FLOOR IN SERVING 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.