Pass

Erick Solorio Academy High School

5400 S St Louis Ave, Chicago, IL 60632

School ZIP 60632 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Sep 23, 2026

Erick Solorio Academy High School was last inspected on September 23, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.

Latest inspection

September 23, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection

Pass

Result: Pass

No violations

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

23 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed all necessary items not on premises for complying with procedure available on site when employees respond to vomitting or diarrheal events. Instructed to follow written procedure for employees to follow when responding to vomitting or diarrheal events. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper minimum water temperatures ranging between 73.8-75.2f at handwashing sinks in facility, observed improper minimum water temperatures at handwashing sinks in boy's, girls and all gender staff washrooms on second and third floor on northside of building.. Instructed a handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100f through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels in all gender staff washrooms on north and south sides of third floor. Instructed hand drying provisions shall be provided at handwashing sinks at al times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cold tcs foods, held at improper temperatures ranging between 52.3-54.9f. Observed cold tcs foods, chicken(54.9f), yogurt(52.3f) and cheese sticks(53.1f) held at improper temperature. Instructed all cold tcs food must be held at 41f or below. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured food valued at $30 weighing 5lbs priority violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

      Inspector’s note: Observed two door refrigerator at improper ambient temperature of 50.6f. Instructed all cold holding units must be maintained at 41f or below. Corrected on site held for inspection tag placed on two door refrigerator. Priority violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 20 mouse droppings in storage room(old dishroom). Instructed to eliminate rodent activity in facility, recommended pest control service facility on or after 9/18/2026 to eliminate rodent activity. Instructed to clean affected areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a) no citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no tissue in wheel chair accessible stall in third floor southside boy's washroom. Instructed a supply of tissue shall be provided at each toilet. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed non working lights in hood. Instructed to replace or repair all non working lights in hood to increase light intensity and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust on interior of hood. Instructed to clean interior of hood and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  2. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Interior panel of ice machine with slight accumulation. Instd to clean and maintain same

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Interior panel of ice machine with slight debris accumulation. Instd to clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Found no handwashing signs at unisex restrooms. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Found hot holding unit near serving line with duct tape on exterior. Instructed to repair properly and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found minor debris build up on inside of ice machine. Instructed to clean and maintain. Cos during inspection.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: One handwashing sink in girls 3rd floor north restroom not maintaining temperature of 100f-120f. All remaining sinks are at proper temperature. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Found no handwashing signs at unisex restrooms. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Approximately 25 mice droppings noted on foor in kitchen behind cooking equipment, under 3-compartment sink, in dry goods storage room, 1st floor mop sink closet, and engineer office. Instd to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize affected areas and recommend contact pest control for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Found hot holding unit near serving line with duct tape on exterior. Instructed to repair properly and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found minor debris build up on inside of ice machine. Instructed to clean and maintain. Cos during inspection.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: One handwashing sink in girls 3rd floor north restroom not maintaining temperature of 100f-120f. All remaining sinks are at proper temperature. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found items stored on floor in dry goods storage room. Instructed to elevate all items at least 6" off floor, maintain for ease of cleaning.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  7. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  8. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Inadequate minimum temperature of handwash sinks in all staff and students toilet rooms ranging from 84.1-86.f. Instd to provide proper temperature of 100f-120f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

      Inspector’s note: Milk cooler at serving line that is currently in use is at inadequate cold holding temperatures of 52.1f. Cooler tagged and held for inspection at this time. Instd to not use until able to maintain proper temperature of 41.0f or below at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Over 100 mice droppings noted on foor in electrical closets across from serving line and also on floor and shelving in room where non used warewashing machine located. Instd to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize affected areas and contact pest control for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Handwash sink next to 3-c0mpartment sink slow draining. Instd to repair and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Excessive clutter, unorganzied storage in warewashing room. Instd to remove clutter, organize area and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  9. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  10. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signage at hand washing sinks/washbowl sinks in kitchen. Instructed to provide signage at hand washing sinks in kitchen and washbowl sinks in employee restrooms.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed inoperable urinals and/or toilets covered with plastic garbage bag in 3rd floor north boys toilet room and 2nd floor faculty lounge south end. Observe slow draining washbowls sink in 2nd floor girls south toilet room and 3rd floor boys north hand sink.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  11. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  12. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Outside gabrage area not maintained, dumpsters overlflowing, lids unable to close tightly. Instd to maintain garbage area clean and dumpsters with tight fitting lids. Violation 7-38-020 serious.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated

      Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink not maintained, pipe underneath excessively leaking into pan. Instd to repair same and maintain free of leaks. Violation 7-38-030 serious

  13. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Observed the interior of the lunch room dining area microwave not clean, instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed the side storage area floor not clean under and around the storage shelves, also in corners, instructed to clean.also remove standing water under prep line one compartment sink, instructed to remove/dry mop.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Observed two lights out in the kitchen walk-in freezer, instructed to replace.

  14. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  15. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Hot holding unit door gasket loose, not tight fitting. Repair same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Exposed handsink near 3-compartment sink slow draining. Repair same.

  16. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed vent in kitchen staff womens restroom with dust accumulation on vent. Remove dust and maintain in a sanitary condition.

  17. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Must remove some clutter from storage room in kitchen area must organize and maintain

  18. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Clean the vents in the employees toilet rooms has dust buildup.

  19. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. ICE UTENSIL MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN, SANITIZED CONTAINER. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

  20. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  21. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.STILL FINDING EVIDENCE OF MOUSE DROPPINGS IN FIRE PUMP ROOM MORE THAN 10,ALSO DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING INTERIOR DOORS LEADING INTO LUNCH ROOM & PREP AREA,HANDICAPP ENTRY DOOR,DOOR K (FOOTBALL FIELD),STAIR C (N),SOUTH PLAZA DOOR. NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOORS & PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST SEAL WALL OUTLETS THROUGHOUT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: MUST REPAIR FLOOR GRID AT ENTRY DOOR. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SEAL UPPER WALL BEHIND ICE MACHINE, DISH MACHINE AREA,ALL LOCKERS THROUGHOUT,WALL IN LUNCH ROOM & RECYCLING,ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO CEILINGS.MUST REPLACE WALL BASES &SEAL WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.PROVIDE ALL ACCESS PANELS IN ALL AREAS IN CEILINGS.ESPCIALLY IN MOP SINK CLOSET IN KITCHEN SEAL LOWER WALL.

  22. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

      Inspector’s note: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees.MUST PROVIDE SOAP & TOWELS AT ALL HAND SINKS IN PREP AREA & TOILET ROOMS.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.FOUND EVIDENCE OF MOUSE DROPPINGS MORE THAN 30 ON FLOOR IN FIRE PUMP ROOM.ALSO EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN A 100 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN DISH MACHINE AREA, ALSO INTERIOR DOORS LEADING INTO LUNCH ROOM & PREP AREA,HANDICAPP ENTRY DOOR,DOOR K(FOOT BALL FIELD),STAIR C (N),STAIR L (SC),SOUTH PLAZA DOOR ,MAN DOOR AT GARBAGE AREA NOT TIGHT FITTING.NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOORS,PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.DEFROST ICE CREAM FREEZER.MUST SEAL WALL OUTLETS THROUGHOUT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST PROVIDE FLOOR GRID VENTS IN LUNCH ROOM.MUST SEAL GAPS IN FLOOR THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR FLOOR GRIDS AT ENTRY DOORS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SEAL UPPER WALL BEHIND ICE MACHINE, DISH MACHINE AREA,ALL LOCKERS THROUGHOUT,WALL IN LUNCH ROOM & RECYCLING,ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO CEILINGS.MUST REPLACE WALL BASES &SEAL WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.PROVIDE ALL ACCESS PANELS IN ALL AREAS IN CEILINGS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.PROVIDE LIGHT IN COLLEGE RESOURCE ROOM.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR LEAKY 1-COMPARTMENT SINK IN ROOM 331& NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT 1- COMP SINK IN ROOM 223.

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