FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SYMPHONY OF SOUTH SHORE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care
November 20, 2025
Canvass
License #2447190
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Inspection Summary
This long term care was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 20, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: 4-601.11(A) OBSERVED A BLACK SUBSTANCE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE ABOVE THE ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE AS WELL AS CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE INTERIOR OF THE MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS UNDER AND AROUND THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS UNDER AND AROUND THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection