Pass

Erie House

1405 N Washtenaw AVE, Chicago, IL 60622

School ZIP 60622 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of May 26, 2026

Erie House was last inspected on May 26, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.

Latest inspection

May 26, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection

Pass

Result: Pass

2 general1 paperwork
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: 4-501.11---observed a torn door gasket inside of the kitchen 2 door stand-up cooler located directly across the 2 door stand-up freezer.instructed to replace the torn door gasket and maintain.

    Official wording (code 47)

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

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: 4-101.19---observed raw wood shelves in the rear dry storage room.instructed to paint or seal the shelves and maintain.

    Official wording (code 47)

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

  • PaperworkManagement & training

    Not all food employees had food-handler training.

    Inspector’s note: 2-102.13---observed a food handling employee without a food handler certificate.instructed to show proof of training for all food handling employees.

    Official wording (code 57)

    All food employees have food handler training

Inspection history

21 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed inadequate hot running water at the handwashing sinks in the 1st floor staff men and women washrooms water temperatures ranging from (74.7f-82.1f). Instructed management handwashing sinks water temperature must be provided of at least 100 f through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Instructed management to repair and maintain as required.priority violation 7-38-030(c). (engineer is made aware).

      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 a torn door gasket inside of the kitchen 2 door stand-up cooler located directly across the 2 door stand-up freezer.instructed to replace the torn door gasket and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood shelves in the rear dry storage room.instructed to paint or seal the shelves and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a food handling employee without a food handler certificate.instructed to show proof of training for all food handling employees.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  2. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of tcs foods that were just delivered without being checked at receiving, such as 35 lbs. Blanched broccoli-48.9f-54.3f.69lbs. Cut watermelon-47.7f-54.5f.15lbs. Garden salad-51.3f-52.4f. The product was discarded by the manager. Must have cold holding foods at 41.0°f or below. Also observed no cold holding unit on serving line. Instructed to hold cold foods. Appx.119lbs. $775.(priority 7-38-005)(cos)

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 paperwork Show violations
    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records at all times.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers prepping food without hair restraints. Instructed person in charge that all food handlers must wear a hair restraint. The food handler provide a hair net during the inspection.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed facility without a quat chemical test kit for sanitizer or for ware washing area. Informed person in charge a test kit that accurately measures the concentration in mg/l of sanitizing solution must be provided. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. N0 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records at all times.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  7. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  8. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed hand washing sink water temperatures range from 70f - 75f at boys and girls washroom located on ground level (new building) and 1st floor girls. Instructed manager to provide a minnimum hot water temperature of 100f. Priority violation. Cps.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  9. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed low water pressure at exposed hand wash sink located in main prep area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered trash receptacle in women's restroom located just above stairs to lunch room. Instructed to install and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed hole in ceiling above exposed hand wash sink in main prep area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  10. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Person in charge unable to provide vomiting and diarrheal kit with the necessary items gloves, masks, disposable mops and appropriate sanitizer. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucet base at the 3-compartment sink in kitchen area. 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: Observed opening into ceiling in rear kitchen area. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust build up on ceiling ventilation vents inside all boys and girls washrooms throughout facility. Must clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  11. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: NOTED THE HOT WATER IN THE KIDS(GIRLS)1st FLOOR TOILET ROOM NOT ON LONG ENOUGH. MUST STAY ON FOR A LEAST 15 SECONDS FOR PROPER HAND WASHING.

  12. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed ripped and soiled gaskets around the doors of the 2-door reach-in freezer. Instructed to replace gaskets and maintain.

  13. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Debris on floor under the shelves inside the walk-in cooler,under the three compartment sink and behind the grease trap. Instructed to clean and maintian

  14. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Paper towels at hand towel dispensor are difficult to dispense. Repair dispensor or replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Leak at faucet at 3 compartment sink. Must correct and maintain at all times.

  15. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Remove milk crates and provide adequate shelving for storage.

  16. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The walk in cooler floors are dirty around the shelving legs, move the racks and clean, rinse and sanitize the cooler floors.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: The third floor boy's washroom has one out of three urinals out of order, alternates are in same washroom.

  17. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean,organize boiler room,remove unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage.

  18. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed

      Inspector’s note: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code. FOUND THE STUDENTS TOILET ROOMS NOT MAINTAINED I.E.NO RUNNING HOT WATER AT HANDWASHING SINKS LOCATED IN 1ST,2ND,3RD FLOORS.OBSERVED 2 STUDENTS WASHING HANDS WITH COLD WATER AFTER USING THE TOILET ROOM.MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.ALL OF THE ABOVE WITNESSED BY THE ENGINEER ON DUTY DURING THIS INSPECTION.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.DETAIL CLEAN,ORGANIZE BOILER ROOM,REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

  19. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST REPAIR THRESHOLD FRONT ENTRY DOOR

  20. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FLOORS ARE DIRTY IN KITCHEN,MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.FOUND LOW WATER PRESSURE IN STUDENTS TOILET ROOM.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.MUST REMOVE CLUTTER-MILK CRATES FROM KITCHEN.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 5 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.