Pass

Fulton

5300 S Hermitage (1732W), Chicago, IL 60609

School ZIP 60609 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Jan 30, 2026

Fulton was last inspected on January 30, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations, 2 of them critical.

Latest inspection

January 30, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

2 critical
  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

    Inspector’s note: No hands washing sign in women's kitchen staff restroom, instructed to post.

    Official wording (code 10)

    Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

    Inspector’s note: Weak hot water pressure at one of the girls restroom hand wash sink faucet that is next to dining room. Instructed to provide under city pressure.

    Official wording (code 10)

    Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspection history

21 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed bottom of exterior door to not be tight fitting by door 7. Instructed person in charge to repair door to be tight fitting at all times.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing knobs on handsinks in modular building second floor restroom. Instructed person in charge to repair 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: Observed no covered receptacle in women's restroom in main building second floor. Instructed person in charge to provide covered receptacle for sanitary products in any restroom for women's use.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed large hole behind toilet in restroom in modular building unisex toilet room. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain. Observed peeling paint in same restroom. Instructed person in charge to maintain walls smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  2. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the first hand sink out of four in the employee women's toilet room to be inoperable. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed expired food handler certificate for employee on site. Instructed to maintain records at all times.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 paperwork Show violations
    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food employee with proof of allergen training. Instructed all city of chicago certified food managers obtain this certificate.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed exterior doors out side of lunch room area not to be tightfitting at bottom at this time.instructed person in charge to make tightfitting and rodent proof.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing handle and loose rubber gasket on inside of top cover door on milk cooler. Instructed person in charge to repair or replace.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

  5. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING HANDLE AND LOOSE FRONT PANEL ON MILK COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 5-103.11(B) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO RUNNING WATER AT HAND SINKS IN BASEMENT MEN'S STAFF NO HOT WATER,2ND FL. BOY'S NO COLD WATER,3RD FL. GIRL'S NO COLD WATER AND OTHER SINKS THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL.MUST PROVIDE HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER AT SINKS AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE EXCESS CAULK ALONG WALL BASES IN OFFICE/DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-201.16 Inspector Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP & DISH WASHING AREA,WALL , CEILING & VENTILATION UNIT IN OFFICE/DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,CEILING IN PRE-K ROOM 010

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-202.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN PRE-K ROOM 001,BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN PRE-K ROOM 001 & 010 AND LUNCH ROOM.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical7 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a food managers certificate.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of appx.50 or more mice dropping in pre-k room 001 near engineers office on all shelving units behind storage containers and on desk,table around microwave.appx. 4-5 live small flies flying around a toilet drain in kitchen office/storage area.must remove droppings. Clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 10/13/21.(priority 7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace missing handle and loose front panel on milk cooler in front prep area.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no running water at hand sinks in basement men's staff no hot water,2nd fl. Boy's no cold water,3rd fl. Girl's no cold water and other sinks throughout the school.must provide hot & cold running water at sinks and maintain.(priority 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace missing wall base in lunch room,missing floor tile at grease trap of 3- compartment sink.must remove excess caulk along wall bases in office/dry food storage area to be smooth and easily cleanable.

      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 walls throughout prep & dish washing area,wall , ceiling & ventilation unit in office/dry food storage area,ceiling in pre-k room 010.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up on wall in rear prep area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace cracked light shield in pre-k room 001,burntout lights in pre-k room 001 & 010 and lunch room.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food managers certificate posted to view while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (chicken,milk,sandwiches,etc)must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  7. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Remove peeling paint from walls in managers/dry food storage office and at ceiling in lunchroom.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Replace/repair damaged light housing at ceiling in kitchen area by walk-in cooler.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  8. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice build up on the floor of the walk in freezer. Must defrost and repair.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Noted a hole in the wall behind the toilet in the men washroom. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  9. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following issues at the restroom washbowl sinks: cold water continuously running at right sink in boys near lunchroom (BSMT); right sink no water available in girls on BSMT level; no water available at left handsink in staff restroom (in locker room) BSMT level; and slow draining sink in girls restroom on 2nd fl near room 204. Must make all neccessary repairs. Observed water does not stay on once metered faucets pressed in girls and boys restrooms on 2nd floor of modular building. Must set all metered faucet timers to minimum of 15 seconds. Must maintain all.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed left dryer not properly functioning in boys restroom near room 311. Must repair and maintain same.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) Observed excessive ice build up in walk in freezer on shelves, and on floor. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must eliminate ice build up. Must maintain same.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed water leaking from handle on left toilet in 3rd floor girls restroom near room 308. Must repair and maintain same.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed several holes in walls in boys restroom near room 211 (2nd fl). Observed peeling paint on wall in restroom near door. Must make all walls smooth and easily cleanable. Must repair and maintain same.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  10. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following issues at the restroom washbowl sinks: cold water continuously running at right sink in boys near lunchroom (BSMT); right sink no water available in girls on BSMT level; no water available at left handsink in staff restroom (in locker room) BSMT level; and slow draining sink in girls restroom on 2nd fl near room 204. Must make all neccessary repairs. Observed water does not stay on once metered faucets pressed in girls and boys restrooms on 2nd floor of modular building. Must set all metered faucet timers to minimum of 15 seconds. Must maintain all.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed left dryer not properly functioning in boys restroom near room 311. Must repair and maintain same.

      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: Must provide log book from new pest control company, with all required information (pest control license, etc.) Priority foundation 7-38-020(c).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 75 mice droppings inside metal storage cabinets, and on floor next to cabinet in lunchroom in modular building. Observed excessive cutter inside metal storage cabinets. Must organize and remove unnecessary items. Must clean and sanitize area. Must eliminate pest issue. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) Observed excessive ice build up in walk in freezer on shelves, and on floor. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must eliminate ice build up. Must maintain same.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed water leaking from handle on left toilet in 3rd floor girls restroom near room 308. Must repair and maintain same.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed several holes in walls in boys restroom near room 211 (2nd fl). Observed peeling paint on wall in restroom near door. Must make all walls smooth and easily cleanable. Must repair and maintain same.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  11. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the compressor in the walk-in freezer missing fan guard cover, instructed to provide.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the walk-in freezer storage shelves with ice build up on them, instructed to remove.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice build up on the walk-in freezer floor, instructed to remove.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint on the ceiling and walls leading to the lunchroom in front (door 6),and in main lunchroom, instructed to repair/reseal. Also repair walls in kitchen where carts have made holes in the walls, and repair holes in wall behind the 3 compartment sink. Clean light shields in basement boys restroom, and kitchen.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Observed the kitchen light shield broked in front of walk-in cooler over prep table, instructed to replace. Also replace burnt out light bulb in the walk-in freezer.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the basement boys restroom sink handle in poor repair, instructed to repair.

  12. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Noted light shields not properly affixed to frame at boys second floor washroom at south side of building.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Faucet handle needs repair to properly dispense water at the first floor womens restroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clutter at side of line serving area needs to be removed.

  13. 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: Clean the floors in the janitors closet in the basement area,along wall base and corners

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove chip paint on wall near the 3 compartment sink in rear of premises

  14. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  15. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 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: Observed 15 live ants on 2 comp. Sink in annex pre-k classroom 413, need to have pest control out for service remove ants 7-38-020 serious violation.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed wall in storage/manager office peeling paint, instructed to repair also clean light shields in dining area main school.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Observed light out in first walk-in cooler, instructed to repair/replace.

  16. 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: Floor between cooler and wall in need of cleaning to remove debris. Must clean and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Coving in need of repair in dining area and in prep area. Must correct and maintain

  17. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Lights in poor repair in walk-in cooler & walk-in freezer. Replace same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Metal stem thermometers in poor repair. Replace same.

  18. 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: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.GREASE TRAP RUSTY AT 3-COMP SINK IN PREP AREA OF MAIN BUILDING AND MODULAR BUILDING,MUST REPAIR.

    • 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.MUST ELEVATE SUPPLY STORAGE CONTAINERS OFF FLOORS ON PALLETS OR SHELVING IN ENGINEER OFFICE.

  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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN ENGINEER BOILER,STORAGE AREAS.

    • 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. MUST REPAIR EXIT DOOR #10 IN ENGINEER AREA TO BE TIGHT FITTING AT SIDES.

  20. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors along wall bases throughout main kitchen area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Doors to exit #6, & #7 in main building & left entry door to modular building have gaps underneath the bottoms and along the sides - all doors in both buildings must be tight-fitting underneath the bottoms, along the sides and at the centers to prevent rodent entry. Repair & paint walls in room# 414. Provide screens for windows in main building dining room to prevent insects from entering food prep area. Clean dusty ceiling/wall vents in washrooms.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Replace all blown lights in all walk-in coolers & freezer in main kitchen area.

More in ZIP 60609

Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 9 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.