PASS
Risk 1 (High)
IVY GARDEN LEARNING CENTER LLC HALSTED Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
IVY GARDEN LEARNING CENTER LLC HALSTED
(AKA: IVY GARDEN LEARNING CENTER)
2929 S HALSTED ST, CHICAGO 60608
Children's Services Facility
July 3, 2025
License
License #2749424
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: FOOD HANDLERS IN THE PREP AREA HANDLING FOOD AND NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE FOOD HANDLERS AND ALL THAT ENTERS THE PREP AREA TO WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT. MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: THE FIRST WASHBOWL IN THE GIRL'S TOILET ROOM ON THE 1ST FL WATER PRESSURE IS LOW. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE THE PRESSURE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE 2ND FL CLASSROOMS (201/202), IN THE HALLWAY BY THE CHILDREN'S TOILET ROOM AND IN THE 1ST FL GIRLS/BOYS TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL WATER STAINED CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 2ND FL STORAGE AREA WITH CLUTTER. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE CLUTTER, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 2ND FL STORAGE AREA WITH CLUTTER. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE CLUTTER, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection