Rainforest Learning Center
1401 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Children's Services Facility ZIP 60605 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Aug 25, 2026
Rainforest Learning Center was last inspected on August 25, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
August 25, 2026 · License
Result: Pass
1 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed black tape applied along the corners and edges of handsink in toddler room where caulking was missing. Instructed to remove the tape and properly recaulk the area to provide a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspection history
8 inspections on record
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Conditional
License · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed whole milk and baby formula at improper temperature ranging from 49.6 - 50.7 f. All milk was discarded into prep sink in main kitchen. Instructed to provide a maximum cold holding temperature of 41f and below. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed compact refrigerator in infant room with improper air temperature 49.7 f. Cooler is being tagged and held for inspection at this time. Instructed manager to correct and not use until tag is removed. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed gap at bottom of front entry door. Instructed to provide a tight-fitting seal to prevent entry of pests.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed damaged wall in multi use playroom across from emergency exit. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Found improper cold holding temperatures of milk ranging from 53f - 47f located in reach in cooler. Instructed to provide a maximum cold holding temperature of 41f. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
License · Fail
2 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No hot running water at all hand wash sink. refer to violation #50.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: No hot running water through out facility, water temp at 74f , instructed to provide a minimum of 110f at 2 comp and 100-120f at all hand wash sink for all the times when daycare is in operation. priority violation 7-38-030(C)
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: No probe food thermometer or temperature measuring device for hot and cold foods on site. Instructed to obtain. priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: No irreversible dish machine thermometer no heat strips for high temp dish washer, instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed dish machine dispensing 0 ppm of chlorine. Instructed manager to ensure chlorine is dispensing at a minimum of 50 ppm and a maximum of 200 ppm. Dish machine tagged. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed no detergent for dish machine. Instructed manager to provide detergent. Priority violation 7-38-005. Combined with previous violation
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 2 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.