Our Lady of the Snows was last inspected on January 30, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations, 1 of them critical, including signs of pests.
Latest inspection
January 30, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 critical1 general-
CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage in children's restrooms. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain handwashing signs at all handsinks.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed front entry doors with 1/4in gap between doors. Instructed person in charge to seal all gaps and ensure doors are tight fitting.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspection history
17 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed cracked and broken ceiling tiles on second floor near restrooms. Instructed person in charge to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap on bottom right corner of overhead door in storage area, 1/4" gap at bottom of north exit doors near kitchen. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in second floor unisex washroom. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap on bottom right corner of overhead door in storage area, 1/4" gap at bottom of main entrance doors, 1/4" gap at bottom of north exit door near kitchen. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed residue on interior surfaces of milk cooler in serving area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in second floor unisex washroom. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on ceiling and wall above reach-in cooler in prep area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from report #2546810 on 1-24-22: west double entrance doors and south double entrance doors not rodent proof, approx 1/4" gap in between doors. Instd to repair so as to be tight fitting. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: West double entrance doors and south double entrance doors not rodent proof, approx 1/4 gap inbetween doors. Instd to repair so as to be tight fitting
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: There are 2 handwashing sinks in boys washroom. 1 facet in poor repair. Instructed to correct and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Air vent above reach in cooler in need of cleaning to remove build up. Instructed to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No procedure for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instd to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Faucet meters in 2nd floor student girls and boys toilet rooms not maintaining a flow of water for at least 15 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet. Instd to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Lightshields surrounding vents in prep area with dust accumulation. Instd to clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Faucets at handsinks in 2nd floor boys toilet rooms inadequate. Instd to provide adequate running water for at least 15 seconds without constant pressure of hand on faucet.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean interior of storage cabinets to remove debis. Must clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Air vents in prep area in need of cleaning to remove dust build up. Must clean and maintain.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Found interior of the warmer not clean, instructed to clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Found the vents in the students 1st fl toilet rooms in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain vents.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found the students faucets on the toilet bowls on the 2nd fl. Not able to stay on for adequate hand washing. Instructed to adjust faucets so they stay on for at least 20 seconds.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: Found food handler not wearing a hair restraint, must provide and maintain.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Loose threshold inbetween double doors at cafeteria exit. Repair same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Light out in 2nd floor storage closet. Replace same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Inadequate faucets in 2nd floor toilet rooms. Instd to repair same, so as to have adequate supply of running water without constant pressure of hand of faucet.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All equipment in kitchen in need of cleaning to remove all build and debris. Reach in freezer in need of defrosting and cleaning to remove all food spills. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors in kitchen and storage areas in need of clenaing to remove any debris. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Any unnecessary clutter in storage areas, janitor closets...etc in need of organizing and or removing of clutter. Must correct and maintian at all times.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Sinks thru-out need detailed cleaning (paint build-up). Clean same.
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 9 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.