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LADYBUG & FRIENDS DAYCARE AND PRESCHOOL IP, LLC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
LADYBUG & FRIENDS DAYCARE AND PRESCHOOL IP, LLC
(AKA: LADYBUG & FRIENDS DAYCARE AND PRESCHOOL)
3620 W IRVING PARK RD, CHICAGO 60618
Children's Services Facility
September 9, 2025
License
License #2522561
3
Total Violations
3
Critical
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE MAIN KITCHEN AREA AND STAFF RESTROOMS MISSING SIGNAGE NOTIFYING FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SIGNAGE TO ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED TOFU IN THE MAIN KITCHEN AREA HOT HOLDING BOX TO BE AT IMPROPER HOT-HOLDING TEMPERATURE, 105.5F AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO DENATURE AND DISCARD TOFU AND MAINTAIN ALL TCS FOOD ITEMS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE FOR HOT-HOLDING. APPROXIMATELY 2 LBS OF FOOD VALUED AT APROXIMATELY $20 DISCARDED ON-SITE. PERSON-IN-CHARGE DENATURED AND DISCARDED TOFU AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED TOFU IN THE MAIN KITCHEN AREA HOT HOLDING BOX TO BE AT IMPROPER HOT-HOLDING TEMPERATURE, 105.5F AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO DENATURE AND DISCARD TOFU AND MAINTAIN ALL TCS FOOD ITEMS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE FOR HOT-HOLDING. APPROXIMATELY 2 LBS OF FOOD VALUED AT APROXIMATELY $20 DISCARDED ON-SITE. PERSON-IN-CHARGE DENATURED AND DISCARDED TOFU AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection