Back of the Yards was last inspected on February 13, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
February 13, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 critical1 general-
CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.
Inspector’s note: Employee's personal drink and pursue placed on prep table, instructed to keep away.
Official wording (code 6)
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Ladles placed on cloth towels to dry on 3-comp sink, instructed not to use cloth in drying process.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspection history
16 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at handsinks in staff restrooms on 3rd and 2nd floor. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed handsinks in restrooms on entire south side of school to be at improper temperature (60.0-68.8f). Instructed person in charge that all handsinks must be maintained at 100f at all times. (alternative handsinks available on each floor). Priority violation #7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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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 loose handle of 2-door prep cooler on the right door. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed small drainpipe leak under hand washing sink in front west servining prep area. Instructed to repair leaking drainpipe.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Instructed manager to clean food debris build up from drain cover underneath two compartment sink in lunchroom seating aea.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Must adjust faucets in student washrooms to stay on longer where needed.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed light dust on the vents above the cooking equipment; clean vents.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Must provide hand washing signs at hand sinks in staff toilet rooms.
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: Must adjust faucet handle at hand sink in 2nd fl. Girl's (north)
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed outdoor garbage area overflowing with garbage stored in contained bags. Instructed to contact garbage removal company to remove and maintain.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Observed excessive dirt build up in floor drain in middle of kitchen, under 1 compartment sink. Must detail clean and sanitize all floor drains to prevent pest harborage. Must maintain same.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of ice machine, cooking equipment(dust buildup), and window ledges(dead insects)in prep and dish washing area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floors along walls and in all corners in all storage, electrical, and teacher workroom areas.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floor at enclosed garbage compactor area at rear along wallbase of debris.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Instructed manager to properly label bulk storage container with the name of product.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors inside the walk in freezer needs cleaning along the wall base and in corners underneath shelving to remove spills.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector’s note: Soap and paper towel dispensors needed at hand washing sink in dish washing area. Must provide.
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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: The following doors not rodent proofed: dock overhead, dock walk thru, library door, door #2, and door #9. All doors must be corrected.
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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: Screens needed for all windows that open to the outside. Must provide.
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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: Must provide pest control logbook.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector’s note: Chemicals must be provided for dish machine. Must provide and maintain.
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 9 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.