Pass

Lets Play Archer

5334 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60632

Daycare Above and Under 2 Years ZIP 60632 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Jul 22, 2026

Lets Play Archer was last inspected on July 22, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 4 violations, including signs of pests.

Latest inspection

July 22, 2026 · License

Pass

Result: Pass

4 general
  • GeneralPests

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed small openings at base of front entrance door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

    Official wording (code 38)

    Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed door of all gender employee washroom in office to not be self closing. Instructed to install self closing device on all gender employee washroom door so that it shall be tight fitting and self closing.

    Official wording (code 53)

    Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed openings in wall around hot and cold water knobs of first floor utility sink. Instructed to smoothly repair holes in wall around hot and cold water knobs of first floor utility sink for ease of cleanability. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility, observed stained ceiling tiles in toddler classroom, infant classroom and in second floor all gender employee washroom. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

    Inspector’s note: Observed non working mechanical ventilation in eastside student washroom. Instructed to repair mechanical ventilation in eastside student washroom.

    Official wording (code 56)

    Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspection history

7 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at handwashing sink in first and second floor all gender employee washrooms. Instructed to post clearly visible signage at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.

      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: Observed containers and bags stored on floor in second floor storage areas. Instructed to provide adequate shelving to elevate all food and non food items at least six inches off of floor for ease of cleanability.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed low hot water pressure at left handwashing sink in westside student washroom. Instructed to increase hot water pressure at left handwashing sink in westside student washroom and maintain. Observed improper minimum water temperature of 64.6f at left handwashing sink in westside student washroom. Instructed a handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100f through a mixing valve or combination faucet. (note:there are two other properly functioning handwashing sinks in said washroom at proper minimum water temperature.)

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility, observed stained ceiling tiles in both student washrooms, infant classroom and in second floor all gender employee washroom. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain. Observed damaged upper wall behind and to the left and right of refrigerator in kitchen. Instructed to smoothly repair damaged upper wall behind and to the left and right of refrigerator in kitchen for ease of cleanability and maintain. Observed missing caulk above counter and three compartment sink in kitchen creating opening. Instructed to smoothly replace all missing caulk above counter and three compartment sink in kitchen for ease of cleanability.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dusty ceiling vents in both student washrooms on the first floor. Instructed to clean ceiling vents in both student washrooms and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  2. Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  3. Fail

    License · Fail

    4 critical1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Person in charge without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to provide at all times

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Handwash sink in prep/warewashing area not accesssible, containers on top and covering sink. Instd to have accessible at all times. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority foundation

      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: No handwash cleanser at handwash sink in prep/warewashing area. Instd to provide at all times. Soap was provided during inspection. See above for violation issued 7-38-030(c) priority foundation

      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: No hand drying provision at handwash sink in prep/warewashing area. Instd to provide at all times. Paper towels were provided during inspection. See above for violation issued 7-38-030(c) priority foundation

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on site while handling tcs foods (milk) nor city of chicago certified manager certificate posted. Instd to have manager on site and certificate posted. Citation issued 7-38-012 priority foundation

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  4. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 paperwork Show violations
    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago sanitation certificate posted on site during inspection.instructed person in charge to obtain and post original valid certificate at all times.priority foundation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  5. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Pic without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain and maintain original ceritificate posted.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing cover on receptacle in toilet room. Instd to provide cover/lid and maintain

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on site while handling tcs foods (milk), nor certificate posted. Instd to have on site at all times while handling tcs foods and post original valid certificate. Citation issued 7-38-012 priority foundation.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  6. Conditional

    License · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical8 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Manager provided no proof of employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide an employee health policy that includes a signed acknowledgement from each employee. Priority foundation. 7.38.010.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no clean-up of vomiting and diarrhea procedure and clean-up kit on premises during inspection. Instructed to have said procedure along with required equipment for clean-up. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005

      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: Found no handwashing signs at all handsinks. Must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: No thermometer at cooler in infant room. Must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: The following are in need of repair: hole in shelf inside cabinet under 3-compartment sink gap at faucet in mop sink on 1st floor surfaces must be smooth and easy to clean, maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Found leak at pipe under 3-comp sink, and slow draining handsink at middle sink in 3 year old restroom. Must 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: Found items stored on floor in utility closet, and staff lounge. Must elevate at least 6" off the floor 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 missing wall trim at exterior of 3 year old restroom, loose ceiling trim in toddler room, cracked light shield in kitchen. Must repair and maintain all of the above.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found stained ceiling tiles in staff lounge, library, and 2 year old restroom. Must replace 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 wall covered in debris at 1st floor mop sink. Must clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Light out in preschool room, and in 1st floor mop sink closet. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

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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.