Pass

Brightpath

6701-6709 N Northwest Hwy, Chicago, IL 60631

Children's Services Facility ZIP 60631 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Aug 3, 2026

Brightpath was last inspected on August 3, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.

Latest inspection

August 3, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection

Pass

Result: Pass

No violations

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

6 inspections on record

  1. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Noted high temperature dishwashing machine/ fresh hot water sanitizing machine not in use due to it is not hooked up yet. Instructed final rinse needs to be at least 180f. Priority violation #7-38-025 no citation issued, unit not in use.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no irreversible thermometer on site at time of inspection for measuring the utensil surface temeperature. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued machine is not in use

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

  2. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed exposed hand washing sink in infant 1 classroom used to wash utensils. Instructed not to use handwashing sink to wash utensils since handwashing sinks are only allowed for washing of hands. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food being cooked/reheated in infant 1 classroom that was not approved for food prep. Instructed to remove all cooking equipment, utensils, etc. From classroom area. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no chlorine or quats sanitizer testing devices on site at time of inspection. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no water pressure supplied to basement food prep area handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink. No other approved utensil washing facilities on site. Instructed that adequate water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures and equipment that are required to use water. Priority 7-38-030(c). Citation combined with above

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed water damage surfaces on ceiling in some classroom areas of the facility. Instructed to repair ceiling and make all surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago food sanitation manager on site while tcs foods are being served (such as mac and cheese, milk). Instructed must have a city of chicago food sanitation manager on site at all times when tcs foods are being prepped/served. Instructed must post a valid city of chicago food sanitation manager certification in plain view of customers at all times.priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  3. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed exposed hand washing sink in infant 1 classroom used to wash utensils. Instructed not to use handwashing sink to wash utensils since handwashing sinks are only allowed for washing of hands. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water throughout establishment. Found improper hot water temperature at all hand washing sinks and mop sink in facility between at 70.5f-78.9f. Instructed manager proper hot water temperature at hand washing sinks must be at a minimum of 100.0f or higher through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Hot water temperature at 3-compartment sink must be at least 110.0f to properly wash, rinse and sanitize utensils and equipment. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food being cooked/reheated in infant 1 classroom that was not approved for food prep. Instructed to remove all cooking equipment, utensils, etc. From classroom area. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no chlorine or quats sanitizer testing devices on site at time of inspection. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no water pressure supplied to basement food prep area handwashing sink and 3 compartment sink. No other approved utensil washing facilities on site. Instructed that adequate water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures and equipment that are required to use water. Priority 7-38-030(c). Citation combined with above.

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed water damage surfaces on ceiling in some classroom areas of the facility. Instructed to repair ceiling and make all surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  4. Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4 inch gaps at some entrance/exit doors sweeps. Must rodent proof all entrance/exit doors sweeps.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  5. Fail

    License · Fail

    1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no running hot water at prep area handwash sink and at some 1st floor classrooms/washrooms handwash sinks, water temperatures between 85.0 f and 91.0 f. Instructed manager handwash sinks must reach a minimal 100.o f. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).

      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: Observed 1/4 inch gaps at some entrance/exit doors sweeps. Must rodent proof all entrance/exit doors sweeps.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: No grease trap for 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager must provide and make visible a grease trap for 3-compartment sink.

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No valid city of chicago certified food manager certificate on premises. Instructed must have a valid original city of chicago certified food manager certificate on premises. Priority foundation 7-38-012.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

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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.