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
Pass
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Quick Answers
- When was Telpochcalli 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?
- 5 inspections on record, from Sep 20, 2024 to Sep 29, 2026.
- Has Telpochcalli 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 20, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
5 inspectionsCanvass Re-Inspection
Sep 23, 2026
Fail
1 recorded violation
notedCode 59Other
Official Wording
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector’s Notes
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2642634 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
4 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 54Facility maintenance
Official Wording
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS NOT COVERED. ALL OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS SHALL BE COVERED WITH TIGHT-FITTING LIDS.
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 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 54Facility maintenance
Official Wording
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS NOT COVERED. ALL OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS SHALL BE COVERED WITH TIGHT-FITTING LIDS.
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, Sep 14, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 2, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED MULTIPLE HANDSINKS IN RESTROOMS AND CLASSROOMS ON 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR WITH NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE 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 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERCED MISSING BASEBOARD PIECE IN BOYS' RESTROOM UNDER SINK. 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 problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 2, 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