SchoolLicence 53101

Curie Metro. (H/S)

4959 S Archer, Chicago 60632

Latest verdictConditionalSep 30, 2026 · 13 days ago

Inspections24since Jun 3, 2010

Fail rate29.2%7 of 24 verdictscitywide 22.4% · above average

City risk ratingHigh riskWhat this kind of business could do if it went wrong — not a grade it earned.

Read the pairs, not the count. A failure is normally followed within days by a re-inspection, and that re-inspection is a second row here. On the timeline below they sit almost on top of each other — one bad day, two marks.

The whole record

Pass63%
Conditional8%
Fail29%

24 inspections from 2010 to 2026 · hover a mark

20132016201920222025

ConditionalSep 30, 2026Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  2-501.11: observed all necessary items not on premises for complying with procedure available on site when employees respond to vomitting or diarrheal events. Instructed to follow written procedure for employees to follow when responding to vomitting or diarrheal events. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued
2. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  5-205.15: observed leaking faucet at handwashing sink in first floor prep area(serving line).instructed to repair leaking faucet at handwashing sink in first floor prep area(serving line) and maintain.
3. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  5-402.12: observed no grease trap installed on three compartment sink in basement. Instructed to install grease trap on three compartment sink in basement so that it shall be located to be easily accessible for cleaning.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.11: observed stained ceiling tiles above prep table between cookline and three compartment sink in basement. Instructed to replace stained ceiling tiles in said area and maintain.
FailSep 22, 2026CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed all necessary items not on premises for complying with procedure available on site when employees respond to vomitting or diarrheal events. Instructed to follow written procedure for employees to follow when responding to vomitting or diarrheal events. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed improper minimum water temperatures ranging between 68.2-73.9f at handwashing sinks in facility, observed improper minimum water temperatures at handwashing sinks in v building first floor men's staff washrooom and v building second floor boy's locker room. Instructed a handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100f through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued.
3. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed pink and black moldlike substance on shield and interior walls of both ice machines. Instructed to destroy ice, clean and sanitize interior of both ice machines and maintain.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed approximately 30 mouse droppings in prep areas of serving line on second and third floor. Instructed to eliminate rodent activity in facility, recommended pest control service facility on or after 9/22/2026 to eliminate rodent activity. Instructed to clean affected areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a) no citation issued
5. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed leaking faucet at handwashing sink in first floor prep area(serving line).instructed to repair leaking faucet at handwashing sink in first floor prep area(serving line) and maintain.
6. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  Observed no grease trap installed on three compartment sink in basement. Instructed to install grease trap on three compartment sink in basement so that it shall be located to be easily accessible for cleaning.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed dust on ceiling vent above drainboard of three compartment sink in basement. Instructed to clean ceiling vent above drainboard of three compartment sink in basement and maintain.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed stained ceiling tiles above prep table between cookline and three compartment sink in basement. Instructed to replace stained ceiling tiles in said area and maintain.
PassSep 8, 2025CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Dust accumulation on vent and surrounding ceiling tiles in main prep area. Instd to clean and maintain
PassSep 20, 2024CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no handwashing signage in all restrooms on third and second floor. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain.
2. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed cracks on interior sides of ice machines in basement kitchen area. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed excessive build up of black residue on ceiling tiles throughout kitchen. Instructed person in charge to remove and replace.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed hole in wall in girls first floor restroom. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.
PassSep 18, 2023Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
FailAug 30, 2023CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Pic without original city of Chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to provide original and have posted.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Pic without original city of Chicago certified manager certificate. Copies not valid, instd to provide original certificate and post on site. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)
3. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Missing supplies and procedure for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instd to provide procedure and necessary supplies effective against norovirus. Priority foundation 7-38-012.
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  No hot running water at handwash sinks in toilet rooms on west side of builidng on 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors, currently at 74.8f-75.0f. Instd to provide 100f-120f at handwash sinks at all times. Priority violation 7-38-030(c)
5. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Turkey deli meat at improper cold holding temperature of 71.2f in walk in cooler. Instd to maintain cold foods at 41f or below at all times. Turkey discarded and denatured at this time. Approx 3lbs $10 value. Priority viollation 7-38-005
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Torn door gasket on refrigeration unit at 3rd floor service line. Instd to repair and maintain tight fitting.
7. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Leak at pipe underneath 2nd basin of 3-compartment sink. Instd to repair and maintain
PassSep 22, 2022CanvassRisk 1 (High)
PassSep 20, 2021CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed broken handsink faucet fixture in main kitchen, broken handsink faucet fixture at second floor serving area and broken handsink faucet fixture at first floor serving area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
2. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed stained ceiling tiles in main kitchen prep area. Instructed manager to repair, replace and maintain.
PassSep 11, 2020CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Floor in prep area with worn, uneven surfaces. Instd to repair floor so as to be a smooth, even, easily cleanable surface
2. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Vents and surrounding ceiling tiles in prep area not clean, dust accumulation. Instd to clean and maintain
PassFeb 6, 2019Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed broken seal on walk in cooler #2 door opening. Must repair and maintain same.
2. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed the following sinks with low hot water pressure... Employee mens and women washroom,all sinks girls room 109 observed the following washbowl sinks with no water... Mens 3rd floor room 301 (3rd and 4th sink ), room 309 girls (3rd and 4th sink), boys room 231(2nd and 4th sink) , boys room 112 (right sink), and girls room 235 (left sink). Observed two urinals not flushing in boys room 301,and girls room 305 (1st toilet out of order). Instrcuetd to repair and manitain. Observed several broken push handles at washbowls in several student restrooms. Must repair all and maintain same.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed openings around pipes on floor in culinary arts room. Must seal to prevent pest entry.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed rust on ceiling tiles in rear corner of kitchen. Must replace tiles. All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
FailJan 23, 2019Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hot water in all student restrooms on floors 1,2 and 3.observed hot water temperature ranging between 55.4 f-79.1f. Instructed to provide hot water temperature at 100f in all restroooms.
2. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed broken seal on walk in cooler #2 door opening. Must repair and maintain same.
3. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed leaky at faucet in rear kitchen area. Observed the following sinks with low hot water pressure... Employee mens and women washroom,all sinks girls room 109 observed the following washbowl sinks with no water... Mens 3rd floor room 301 (3rd and 4th sink ), room 309 girls (3rd and 4th sink), boys room 231(2nd and 4th sink) , boys room 112 (right sink), and girls room 235 (left sink). Observed two urinals not flushing in boys room 301,and girls room 305 (1st toilet out of order). Instrcuetd to repair and manitain. Observed several broken push handles at washbowls in several student restrooms. Must repair all and maintain same.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed rust on ceiling tiles in rear corner of kitchen. Must replace tiles. All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed openings around pipes on floor in culinary arts room. Must seal to prevent pest entry.
FailJan 15, 2019CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hot water in all student restrooms on floors 1,2 and 3.observed hot water temperature ranging between 55.4 f-79.1f. Instructed to provide hot water temperature at 100f in all restroooms.
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed approximately 120 rodent droppings and urine on floors in culinary arts room, scattered along the windows,under the grill,under three comp sink and under metal shelving. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on floors along metal counter near window, and 25 rodents droppings under dasani cooler in 2nd floor despensing room. Observed approximately 28 rodent droppings in 1st floor dispensing room on floors near windows , behind dasani coolers and dry storage area near front door. Instructed to clean and sanitize all affected areas.must eliminate pest issue. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a).
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed broken seal on walk in cooler #2 door opening. Must repair and maintain same.
4. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed leaky at faucet in rear kitchen area. Observed the following sinks with low hot water pressure... Employee mens and women washroom,all sinks girls room 109 observed the following washbowl sinks with no water... Mens 3rd floor room 301 (3rd and 4th sink ), room 309 girls (3rd and 4th sink), boys room 231(2nd and 4th sink) , boys room 112 (right sink), and girls room 235 (left sink). Observed two urinals not flushing in boys room 301,and girls room 305 (1st toilet out of order). Instrcuetd to repair and manitain.
5. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed several broken push handles at washbowls in several student restrooms. Must repair all and maintain same.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed rust on ceiling tiles in rear corner of kitchen. Must replace tiles. All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed openings around pipes on floor in culinary arts room. Must seal to prevent pest entry.
PassJun 6, 2018Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 36
  Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
  Observed non-functional light in cantina area on 3rd floor and 2nd floor. Must repair, obtain and maintain functional light in cantina area. Observed light shield damaged in dry storage area in main kitchen area. Must repair, obtain and maintain light shield.
2. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  Observed non clean vents in main kitchen area and 3rd floor cantina area. Must clean and maintain vents. Observed 3 compartment sink in main kitchen area faucet leaking. Must repair and maintain leak at 3 compartment sink.
FailMay 15, 2018Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 26
  Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
  No hot running water under city pressure at handsinks in 1st, 2nd, 3rd floor toilet rooms at west side of building. Instd to provide and maintain.
2. 36
  Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
  Observed non-functional light in cantina area on 3rd floor and 2nd floor. Must repair, obtain and maintain functional light in cantina area. Observed light shield damaged in dry storage area in main kitchen area. Must repair, obtain and maintain light shield.
3. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  Observed non clean vents in main kitchen area and 3rd floor cantina area. Must clean and maintain vents. Observed 3 compartment sink in main kitchen area faucet leaking. Must repair and maintain leak at 3 compartment sink.
FailMay 11, 2018CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 12
  Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
  Observed no hot running water under city pressure in culinary room at 3 compartment sink and both hand sinks. Must repair, obtain and maintain hot running water under city pressure in culinary room. Observed no paper towels at both hand sinks in culinary room. Must obtain and maintain paper towels at both hand sinks. Critical violation 7-38-030.
2. 26
  Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
  Observed no hot running water under city pressure in all rest room on 1st, 2nd, 3rd floor in facility. Must repair, obtain and maintain hot water under city pressure in all rest rooms in facility. Serious violation 7-38-030
3. 36
  Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
  Observed non-functional light in cantina area on 3rd floor and 2nd floor. Must repair, obtain and maintain functional light in cantina area. Observed light shield damaged in dry storage area in main kitchen area. Must repair, obtain and maintain light shield.
4. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  Observed non clean vents in main kitchen area and 3rd floor cantina area. Must clean and maintain vents. Observed 3 compartment sink in main kitchen area faucet leaking. Must repair and maintain leak at 3 compartment sink.
PassApr 4, 2017CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Observed the following not clean in the culinary lab. Interior of oven, cooler, storage shelf next to 3 comp. Sink, instructed to clean. Also delime the interior of the dish machine.defrost small box freezers in the 3rd floor and 2nd floor canteen's.
2. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Observed the floors in the 3 canteen's not clean under and around equipment, instructed to clean.
3. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Observed ceiling tiles missing 3rd. Floor 3 east lunchroom area, water damaged ceiling tile outside room 334, instructed to replace. Also clean the graffiti of the 3rd floor lunchroom serving line door.ceiling tile missing between serving line in 2nd. Floor canteen, instructed to replace.in the basement prep area clean dusty vents, and replace dusty ceiling tiles around the vents.
ConditionalMay 6, 2016Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 14
  Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
  Previous serious violation from report #1763879 on 4/29/16 not corrected: 27 - the hand dryer is not operational in the 2nd floor boy's washroom next to the elevator. Must repair or replace the hand dryer or provide paper towels in the washroom. Critical violation 7-38-030.
FailApr 29, 2016CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 27
  Toilet rooms enclosed clean, provided with hand cleanser, sanitary hand drying devices and proper waste receptacles
  The hand dryers are not operational in the 1st floor boy's washroom next to the elevator and 2nd floor boy's washroom next to the elevator. Must repair or replace the hand dryers or provide paper towels in both washrooms. Serious violation 7-38-030.
2. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  The exposed handwashing sinks in the 2nd floor service area and 3rd floor service area are leaking from the faucet. Must repair the leaks.
PassMay 29, 2015CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Vents and surrounding ceiling tiles in prep area with dust accumulation. Clean same.
2. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  Toilet room faucets in 1st floor staff, 2b girls, and 3 west girls in poor repair. Instd to repair same so as to have adequate supply of running water without constant pressure of hand on faucet. 1st and 3rd floor exposed handsinks faucets at serving lines, loose and leaking. Instd to repair same.
PassApr 25, 2014CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Observed milk cooler door on second floor service area in disrepair. Repair door and maintain.
2. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Observed floor drain cover on second floor service area in disrepair. Repair floor drain cover and maintain.
3. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Observed tile floors in boys and girls locker rooms with extreme buckled tiles around all shower units. Restore all floors of shower rooms to a smooth easily cleanable surface that is safe for students. Maintian all floors.
4. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Observed wall in 1st floor mop sink in disrepair. Repair and maintain wall.
5. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Observed ceilings in 1st floor mop sink closet in disrepair. Repair and maintain ceiling.
6. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Observed missing ceiling tiles in 3rd floor hallway. Replace missing ceiling tiles and maintain.
7. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Observed heavy dust accumulation on vents in 2nd floor unisex washroom. Clean and maintain vent.
8. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  Observed broken handle in 3rd floor girls washroom. Repair broken handle and maintain.
PassApr 5, 2013CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Clean floors inside washrooms on the 1st,2nd,and 3rd floor
2. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Ceiling tile in poor repair near ice machine in kitchen area
PassMay 29, 2012CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 30
  Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
  Label the bulk food containers. Located in the food main kitchen.
2. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Found ist floor serving line double door reach in cooler gaskets in poor repair,2nd floor serving line four door reachin coolers gaskets ripped and torn in poor repair and 3rd floor serving line doudle door gaskets are also ripped and torn. Instructed to to replace all the gaskets around the inside of all the reachin cooler doors.
3. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  First floor boys toilet room ceiling not has chocolate milk splashed all over it. Instructed to clean the ceiling. Ceiling vents in the main kitchen are dusty. Ceiling vents in all the boys and girls toilet rooms dust buildup. Instructed to clean them all.
4. 36
  Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
  Second floor boys toilet room missing one light shield and another light shield is broken. Instructed to replace them.
PassJun 13, 2011CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Dry storage room ceiling not clean, food splashes. Clean same. Vent cover above 3-compartment sink not clean. Clean and paint same.
PassJun 3, 2010CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.must remove rust from shelving units in dry food storage. Must repair or replace damaged door gaskets on 2nd fl.prep area prep cooler & culinary arts room & missing & damaged door handles on reach in coolers.
2. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.must clean ventilation vents throughout premises.
3. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.must replace missing floor tiles in main kitchen men's toilet room.must clean floors in computer storage room adjacent to book room.
4. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.must clean wall in dry food storage . Must seal all openings around pipes leading into ceilings in main kitchen,serving lines, & culinary arts room, opening in wall near 3-compartment sink.
5. 36
  Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
  All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.provide ,repair or replace light & shields in main kitchen & serving lines,toilet rooms,lunch rooms.
6. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  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.must adjust some faucet handles in toilet rooms.
7. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  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 elevate articles off of floor in fire pump room.

Fails sit above the line, passes below. Every inspection the city has published for this licence.

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What it gets cited for

5515×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
3510×
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
389×
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
518×
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
105×
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
475×
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
365×
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
345×
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Counted across every inspection on record here. A code that keeps coming back is the more telling signal.

Source

Published by the Chicago Department of Public Health as Food Inspections, updated weekly. This page shows every row the city holds under licence 53101 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.