More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Goethe Elementary School last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Feb 5, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
6 inspections on record, from Jan 26, 2024 to Feb 5, 2026.
Has Goethe Elementary School ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 26, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
6 inspections
Canvass
Feb 5, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED WALL COVING AND WALL OPENING IN DISREPAIR IN WALL BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
FOUND PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED.PRIORITY VIOLATION NO CITATION ISSUED.7-42-090.FOUND THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREAS NOT CLEAN.MISSING LID. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-020B. NO CITATION ISSUED. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 6, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Feb 2, 2024
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 59Other
Official Wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED.PRIORITY VIOLATION NO CITATION ISSUED.7-42-090.FOUND THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREAS NOT CLEAN.MISSING LID. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-020B. NO CITATION ISSUED. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 2, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 26, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s Notes
PERSON IN CHARGE WITH NO CITY OF CHICAGO sANITATION MANAGERS CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS.(TURKEY, MILK, ETC.) PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-012. MUST PROVIDE.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
FOUND THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA IN NOT CLEAN.MISSING LID. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-020B. NO CITATION ISSUED. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.