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GRAHAM CRACKER'S DAYCARE CENTER INC

10650 S MICHIGAN AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60628 · Daycare (2 - 6 Years)

Inspection summary

GRAHAM CRACKER'S DAYCARE CENTER INC has been inspected 14 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since September 12, 2013. The most recent inspection, on September 3, 2025, recorded 3 infractions.

1 of 14 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Food temperature control and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for the people in care. Higher-risk findings are the ones that could directly make someone sick, and they matter more here because young children, older adults and people who are unwell are more vulnerable to infection.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on September 3, 2025. For example: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Inspectors check that anything that has to be kept at a set temperature, such as chilled or hot food, or equipment like sterilizers, stays in its safe range and that accurate thermometers are on hand. With food, temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning.

    Recorded 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 23, 2013. For example: SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hand hygiene is the most important way to stop germs spreading between children, residents and staff. Inspectors check that sinks are stocked and easy to reach, that staff wash their hands when required (for example after diapering or before handling food), and that sick staff stay away from work.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on November 9, 2018. For example: PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Surfaces, dishes and tools that touch food or people must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected. Inspectors check sanitizer strength, dishwasher temperatures and how cleaning is done. Poor sanitizing lets germs survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded once on August 18, 2021. For example: NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be clean and in good repair, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate health risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 16 times across 9 separate inspections, most recently on September 3, 2025. For example: PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

14 inspections

  1. License Re-Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH A ONE INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE DOOR STRIP AT THE BOTTOM AND MAKE SAID DOOR TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • 5-205.15 OBSERVED A MINOR LEAK ON THE PIPE THAT IS LOCATED UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND REMOVE STANDING WATER TO PREVENT PEST/INSECT BREEDING GROUNDS.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • 6-501.114 OBSERVED CLUTTER IN THE UTILITY CLOSET AND ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND.
  2. License

    4 infractions

    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 15-20 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH A ONE INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE DOOR STRIP AT THE BOTTOM AND MAKE SAID DOOR TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • 5-205.15 OBSERVED A MINOR LEAK ON THE PIPE THAT IS LOCATED UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND REMOVE STANDING WATER TO PREVENT PEST/INSECT BREEDING GROUNDS.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • 6-501.114 OBSERVED CLUTTER IN THE UTILITY CLOSET AND ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND.
  3. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • OBSERVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION NOT OPERABLE IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
  4. License

    2 infractions

    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • FOUND WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE (GREEN) CLASSROOM. FOUND PEELING PAINT ON THE WALL BEHIND THE GARBAGE AND WINDOW SILL CAN IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN CEILING TILES AND SCRAPE AND PAINT WALLS.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • FOUND THE WALLS BEHIND THE HOT HOLDING UNIT WITH FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
  5. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED GARBAGE RECEPTACLE WITH FOOD DEBRIS, CEREAL, MILK, AND NOT COVERED IN KITCHEN. RECEPTACLES SHALL BE COVERED IF THEY CONTAIN FOOD RESIDUE AND ARE NOT IN CONTINUOUS USE.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN OFFICE, CLASSROOM AND WINDOW NEAR REAR NORTH EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING OUTLET COVER ALONG WALL IN OFFICE AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN STAFF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS IN CLASSROOM AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR INSIDE FURNACE AND UTILITY CLOSETS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEAD STORED IN MOP PAIL INSIDE UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
  6. License

    4 infractions

    • 45. SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
      • OBSERVED PLASTIC UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED IN KITCHEN AREA. UTENSILS MUST BE COVERED AND/OR STORED WITH HANDLES UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
    • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
      • OBSERVED EXTERIOR OF REFRIGERATOR WITH SOME SPLATTER RESIDUE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED ITEMS/ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR IN UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
  7. License

    1 infraction

    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED FLOOR IN FURNACE ROOM NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
  8. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
      • OBSERVE NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO IMPLEMENT A POLICY WHERE ALL MANAGERS, FOOD AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES ACKNOWLEDGE THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN REPORTING ANY ILLNESSES THEY MAY INCUR THAT IS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • OBSERVE NO PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO IMPLEMENT A PROCEDURE AND PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES TO HANDLE SUCH EVENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
  9. License

    1 infraction

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS IN FURNACE ROOM.MUST CLEAN.
  10. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CLEAN FLOORS IN FURNACE ROOM.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • REMOVE SOILED WATER IN MOP PAIL AND STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
    • 42. APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
      • ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
  11. License

    0 infractions

  12. License Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • INSTALL AN ATTACHED METAL DRAINBOARD ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
  13. License Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 8. SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
      • INSTALL 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AN ATTACHED METAL DRAINBOARD.
  14. License

    3 infractions

    • 8. SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
      • INSTALL 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AN ATTACHED METAL DRAINBOARD.
    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AVAILABLE. PREMISES MUST BE SERVICED BY A LICENSED EXTERMINATOR. LOG BOOK MUST INCLUDE PEST CONTROL LICENSE, MSDS SHEETS OF CHEMICALS USED, AND MAP OF TREATED AREAS.
    • 40. REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
      • PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN REFRIGERATOR AND METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR INTERNAL TEMPERATURES.

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