Rainforest Learning Center
1144-1150 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607
Children's Services Facility ZIP 60607 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Aug 21, 2026
Rainforest Learning Center was last inspected on August 21, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
August 21, 2026 · License
Result: Pass
1 general-
GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Multi use utensils not inverted during storage. Instd to invert (handle up) and maintain.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspection history
9 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chlorine sanitizer detected at the low temperature dishwashing machine. Management instructed to repair and maintain the low temperature dishwashing machine with a final rinse of 100 ppm chlorine. Priority violation 7-38-025. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed the handwashing sink in classroom #5 slow draining. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Conditional
License · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed whole milk at improper cold holding temperature at 51.8f inside of refrigerator. Also observed yogurt at improper cold holding temperature at 50.7f. Tcs foods must be held at proper cold holding temperature at 41.0f or below. Milk has been discarded and denatured. Food weighing approximately 15 lbs at a cost of $20.00. 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 improper ambient temperature inside of refrigerator at 50.5f located in room 2 classroom. Proper ambient temperature must be 41.0f or below inside of a cold holding unit. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued. Cfm adjusted temperature inside of refrigerator and is now at ambient temperature of 41.0f.
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: 6-202.14-must install self closing device on adult bathroom doors.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 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: Observed improper water temperature at 90.3f at hand washing sink in toddler bathroom. Also observed improper water temperature at hand sink in toddler bathroom in rear at 70.2f. Water temperature at hand washing sinks must be at a minimum of 100.0f through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed cold water trickling when running faucet at hand sink in adult bathroom. Must repair.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must install self closing device on adult bathroom doors.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Pass
License · Pass
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed the following sinks not maintained with hot water: improper temperature of hot water observed at classroom #3 (72f), classroom #4 (95f) and 2nd children's washroom washbowl 88f-91f). Instructed person in charge hot water at all hand washing sinks must be at least 100f. Service technician arrived on site and now all sinks are maintained above 100f. Priority violation #7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood panels attached to classroom wall nearest handsinks in classrooms 3, 4 & 5. Instructed to seal or paint to provide a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed loose debris and dust buildup in the closet where water heater is located. Instructed to detail clean to remove debris, increase cleaning frequency and maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED EXPOSED BRICK WALLS IN CLASSROOMS AND AROUND WINDOWS IN SAID CLASSROOMS. Wall and ceiling covering materials shall be attached so that they are EASILY CLEANABLE. Except in areas used only for dry storage, concrete, porous blocks, or bricks used for indoor wall construction shall be finished and SEALED to provide a SMOOTH, nonabsorbent, EASILY CLEANABLE surface. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 3 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.