Pass

Eberhart Elementary School

3400 W 65th PL, Chicago, IL 60629

School ZIP 60629 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Sep 9, 2026

Eberhart Elementary School was last inspected on September 9, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

September 9, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

1 critical1 general
  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

    Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

    Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage in student restrooms on second floor. Instructed person in charge to provide handwashing signage at all handsinks throughout facility and maintain.

    Official wording (code 10)

    Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

    Inspector’s note: Observed toilet seat in cafeteria staff restroom in disrepair. Instructed person in charge to replace so surface is smooth and easily cleanable.

    Official wording (code 53)

    Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspection history

30 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  2. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside dumpster(s) with broken lids. Instructed to replace to ensure tight fitting lids. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(b). No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  3. Closed

    Canvass · Out of Business

    The inspector found this business closed.

    No violations

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: No hand washing sink on 2-serving lines.must install a hand sink under city plumbing with hot and cold running water in same area and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Over 50 mice droppings noted on floor along wallbase and in storage closets in pre k/kdg rooms 504, 506. 508. Exterme clutter and storage on floor in storage room 504 unable to access all areas. Instd to remove clutter, elevate storage and organize all storage rooms (504, 506, 508) to prevent harborage. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  7. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sink on serving lines.must install a hand sink with hot and cold running water and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Must eliminate crates used for food storage inside of walk in freezer.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no lids on garbage cans in unisex toilet rooms for staff. Must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace missing ceiling tile above serving line,loose floor panel on floor at entry to walk in freezer.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must scrape and paint peeling paint on wall in pre-k roo m802 next to water table.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must eliminate,remove or organize articles off of floor and away from walls in all pre- k rooms closets.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must replace or repair burntout light in food storage area and walk in freezer.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  8. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Leak at 1 compartment prep sink in need of repair. Leak at front hand sink in need of repair. Leak at toilet in staff washroom. Instructed to correct and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: All garbage cans in need of covers. Must install and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors throughout in need of cleaning to remove all food spills. Instructed to corrected and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  9. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean food debris and spillage under and around equipment in the prep area. Instructed clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  10. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.

      Inspector’s note: Female employee eating/chewing food in prep area and plate of food on prep table. Instd to eat in designated area

      Official wording (code 6)

      Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

    • CriticalFood handling

      Toxic chemicals weren’t labeled, stored, or used safely.

      Inspector’s note: Employee personal belongings (food/beverages) improperly stored. Bag of popcorn stored on top of individual milk containers in reach in cooler and beverages/food co mingled with food intended for student consumption in walk in cooler. Instd to store in designated area.

      Official wording (code 28)

      Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink extremely slow draining. Instd to repair and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFood handling

      Miscellaneous public health order.

      Inspector’s note: Observed all food employees in close proximity (approx 1-2 ft), not maintaining social distancing. One female employee without mask and eating food and talking to others that are in contact less than 6 feet (approx 1 ft). Instd to wear masks at all times and maintain social distance as required.

      Official wording (code 64)

      Miscellaneous / public health orders

  11. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: No water at the left wash bowl in the girls 2nd fl toilet room (in the old building). Instructed to provide and maintain. -hot water knob missing at the boys 1st fl (new building) wash bowl. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Interior of the floor drains and floors in the corners in the food prep and storage area with dirt and debris. Instructed to detail clean and maintain floor drains and floors.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  12. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no handsink near rear dish area. Instructed to install. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Noted food debris and spillage under and around equipment in the prep area. Instructed clean to avoid pest activity.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  13. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: : steam table at center of serving line with heavy leak underneath, leaking into pan. Missing handle on milk cooler at serving line. Instd to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Black substance on walls in dishmachine room. Instd to remove substance and maintain walls.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: No exposed handsink at serving line. Instd to provide exposed handsink with hot/cold running water under city pressure in same area.

  14. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous serious violation from report 2159288 4/2/18 not corrected: 18- mice droppings remain scattered on storage shelves and floor in storage rooms located in room 502, 504, 506, 508. Clutter noted in same areas and unable to access all areas. Instd to remove droppings, clean and sanitize affected areas, remove clutter/unnecesarry articles and organize same areas. All stock to be elevated 6 inches off floor. Violation 7-42-090 critical.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Steam table at center of serving line with heavy leak underneath, leaking into pan. Missing handle on milk cooler at serving line. Instd to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Black substance on walls in dishmachine room. Instd to remove substance and maintain walls.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: No exposed handsink at serving line. Instd to provide exposed handsink with hot/cold running water under city pressure in same area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Clutter in art storage room. Instd to remove any unnecessary articles and elevate stock/storage 6 inches off floor.

  15. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Over 50 mice droppings noted scattered on shelves and along wallbase in kdg rooms 502, 504, 506, 508 and book storage room on same floor. Instd to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize affected areas. Contact pest control for service 7-38-020 serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Steam table at center of serving line with heavy leak underneath, leaking into pan. Missing handle on milk cooler at serving line. Instd to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Floor in front of walk in cooler and freezer in poor repair, worn and uneven surface. Instd to repair floor so as to be a smooth, even, easily cleanable surface.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Black substance on walls in dishmachine room. Instd to remove substance and maintain walls.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: No exposed handsink at serving line. Instd to provide exposed handsink with hot/cold running water under city pressure in same area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Clutter in art storage room. Instd to remove any unnecessary articles and elevate stock/storage 6 inches off floor.

  16. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed the rear storage bulk container lid broken, instructed to replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed floor in front the walk-in cooler in poor repair, instructed to repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed two missing ceiling tiles in the service line area, instructed to replace. Also clean ceiling vents in dish room, and serving line area, clean walls behind one compartment sink, and dish machine.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed the soap dispensor leaking at the in let, instructed to repair.

  17. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Caulk around exposed hand sink faucet in prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Non food contact surfaces of ice machine(exterior) not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Front counter shelving not clean, had dirt accumulation, coffee splatters, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Floors under 3 compartment sink not clean, had excess debris build up, needs detailed cleaning(corners). Floors under front coolers had excess debris build up, needs detailed cleaning(corners), floor in bathroom not clean, needs detailed cleaning(corners).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.

  18. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: The following leaks need to be corrected: 2 comp sink in prep area (faucet leaks), handbowl in faculty bathroom leak, and leak at faucet by large kettle. Faucets in nurses room need to have one faucet. Must correct and maintain.

  19. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must clean floors at the main coffee service area as well as the floor under storage racks in the new rear storage area to remove coffee beans and dust from floor.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Must provide 3 working sink stoppers for the 3-comp sink at all times. Premises now only has 1 working sink stopper.

  20. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed the janitor door off track(door does not close) new building behind adult restroom, and entrance to boys restroom, instructed to repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floor in new main kitchen in front walk-in cooler in poor repair(hole needs filling), instructed to repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Girls restroom new building observed missing ceiling vent cover over rear toilet, instructed to replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed the 2nd nozzle at the 3 compartment sink leaking, instructed to repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter of ms. Pointers stuff in basement old building/lunchroom, instructed to organize and remove items not being used. Also observed 2 milk coolers and 1 steam table not being used in old building lunchroom, instructed to remove.

  21. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Silver ware holder not clean, food debris found at bottom, ice maker interior surface not clean, instructed to clean and maintain.

  22. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Found worn caulking with black substance at base of 3-compartment sink and wall. Instd to replace 1t. Broken lid on dry storage bin located in the food store room . Replace the lid.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: The hood above the cooking equipment not clean. Instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floor in the boiler room and basement.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The old school building has peeling paint on the ceilings and ceiling vents in the boys and girls toilet lower level. Instructed to remove the peeling paint and paint them.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Clutter in basement and some in boiler room located in the old building. Instructed to clean and organize so no insect or rodent harborage.

  23. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Must provide an additional sneeze guard around the coffee making area in front and around the coffee machine making area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Must clean and sanitize espresso machine nozzles and front panel of machine to remove milk and coffee stains.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must clean and sanitize floors in the rear area to remove coffee spills.

  24. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Worn caulking with black substance at base of 3-compartment sink and wall. Instd to replace same. Cracked lid on dry storage bin. Replace same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink sprayer leaking, wrapped with plastic. Instd to repair same. All boys and girls toilet room faucets in old building (2nd and 3rd floor) inadequate. Instd to have adequate pressure of running water without constant pressure of hand on faucet.

  25. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Hot water faucet at three compartment sink in of adjusting. Leaks. Must correct and maintain at all times.

  26. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  27. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. LUNCHROOM TABLES IN KINDER-LUNCHROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE PAINT BUILD UP. STEAM TABLE HAS GLITTER AND OTHER ART PIECES ON EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. Use dustless cleaning methods. WALLS AND CEILING IN MAIN KITCHEN IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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. HANDSINK IN DISHROOM WITH SLOW WATER FLOW. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

  28. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  29. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.THE HOOD, EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.THE WALK IN FREEZER HAS ICE BUILDUP IN THE REAR.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE ICE AND CHECK OUT THE UNIT. CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE BOILER ROOM IN THE OLD SCHOOL BUILDING.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.IN THE OLD SCHOOL BUILDING HAS PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILINGS IN THE HALL WAYS AND THE STAIR WAYS.INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE AND PAINT ALL.

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