What is Noodles Etc's health inspection score?

Noodles Etc has a SafeDine safety score of 85 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Noodles Etc last inspected?

Noodles Etc was last inspected on January 8, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Noodles Etc have?

Noodles Etc has 28 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Noodles Etc safe to eat at?

Yes, Noodles Etc has an excellent safety record with a score of 85/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

Official Health Record

Noodles Etc

Name: Noodles Etc
Address: 1333 E 57TH ST, Chicago, 60637
Rating: 85

1333 E 57TH ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/8/2026

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0Excellent

Chicago

Ranked #660 of 1000 in Chicago

Stable

6 inspections

Last: Jan 8, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

4.7

Avg Violations

5 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-15

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-6 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-1 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-5 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-2 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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1333 E 57TH ST, Chicago, IL 60637

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2022

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Aug

Jun 2023

1 inspections

1 high priority

3 intermediate

5 basic

Jul 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Jul

Mar 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Jan 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

4 basic

Jan

Jan 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Inspection History

6 records on file

5 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 High2 Basic

3 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED THE ICE BIN INTERIOR IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

Base deductions−14 pts

Jan 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med4 Basic

5 total

87/100inspection score

−13 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED DEAD WATER BUGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMNENT, IN CORNER AREAS AND UNDER SOME STORAGE SHELVES; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. CORRECTED ON SITE.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED AND THE WHEELS OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE WALLS BEHIND THE DISHMACHINE AND ABOVE THE ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. THE FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN BASEMENT NEED CLEANING.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
TWO FLOOR TILE MISSING FROM THE FLOOR IN THE COOKING BETWEEN THE WOK AREA AND THE ONE COMPARTMENT SINK; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
INSTRUCTED THE (PERSON IN CHARGE) CITY OF CHICAG0 FOOD SERVICE MANAGER TO OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

Base deductions−13 pts

Mar 24

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE BACK PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN AREA. OBSERVED THE BOTTOM OF THE FRYER IN NEED OF CLEANING AND THE WHEELS OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN COOKING AREA TO REMOVE GREASE; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL BEHIND A STORAGE SHELF IN THE BASEMENT AREA; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL THE HOLE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE CEILING VENTS IN THE DISHWASHING AREA TO REMOVE DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE BASEMENT CORNERS. CORRECTED ON SITE.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jul 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN NEED OF LABELING WITH NAME OF COMMODITY INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING WHERE WORN AND DISCOLORED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
LARGE CAN OPENER IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN BLADE AND MAINTAIN CLEAN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FLOORS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS. WALLS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTERS INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−11 pts

Jun 23

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High3 Med5 Basic

9 total

65/100inspection score

−35 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
ALL REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. ALL RUBBER GASKETS IN NEED OF CLEANING CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
THERMOMETERS NEEDED IN ALL REACH IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN NEED OF LABELING WITH NAME OF COMMODITY INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 15-20 FLIES IN REAR MOP SINK AREA. ELIMINATE ALL STANDING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL AREA AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
LARGE CAN OPENER IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN BLADE AND MAINTAIN CLEAN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING WHERE WORN AND DISCOLORED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND FOOD BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FLOORS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS. WALLS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTERS INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
ALL CERTIFIED SANITATION CERTIFICATE HOLDERS IN NEED OF ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−35 pts

Aug 22

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN POOR REPAIR (NOT TIGHT FITTING) AT THE TOP. MUST REPAIR TO PREENT ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES LAYING ON PREP STATION, COUNTER TOPS AND RACKS IN THE KITCHEN. MUST PROPERLY STORE WHEN NOT IN USE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE KITCHEN AND BASEMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.

Base deductions−11 pts

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Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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