CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors documented violations at GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL during a routine inspection conducted on 08/14/2025.
Located at 801 E 133RD PL in the Riverdale area, the establishment serves the local community. The Riverdale neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.
The inspection identified 2 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.
The first violation involved pest management. Inspectors documented: 38. Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: 6-501.111 Observed Evidence of Pest Activity on Site. Observed About 3-5 Large Flies and About 3-5 Small Flies Flying Around in the Cafeteria Area and Food Prep/dry Storage Area. Instructed to Eliminate Large and Small Flies Activity, Clean and Sanitize Affected Areas and Recommended Contacting Pest Control for a Service. Priority Foundation 7-38-020(a).. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces.
The second violation concerned sanitization. Inspectors documented: 53. Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, & Cleaned - Comments: 5-501.17 Observed No Covered Receptacles Inside of the Girls Toilet Rooms. Instructed to Provide.. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.
Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.
This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/14/2025 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The establishment was cited for health code violations during the inspection. See the full article for detailed violation information.
Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.
This inspection data is sourced directly from Chicago Department of Public Health. For the most current information, please visit the official health department website.
Federal Guidelines: Our reporting follows standards established by the FDA Food Code, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, and USDA Food Safety Standards.
📖 Food Safety Codes: Reference the specific regulations that govern this establishment: Chicago Food Code, FDA Food Code 2022
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