What is University OF Chicago Bartlett Commons's health inspection score?

University OF Chicago Bartlett Commons has a SafeDine safety score of 90 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was University OF Chicago Bartlett Commons last inspected?

University OF Chicago Bartlett Commons was last inspected on November 13, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does University OF Chicago Bartlett Commons have?

University OF Chicago Bartlett Commons has 11 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is University OF Chicago Bartlett Commons safe to eat at?

Yes, University OF Chicago Bartlett Commons has an excellent safety record with a score of 90/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does University OF Chicago Bartlett Commons serve?

University OF Chicago Bartlett Commons serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

University OF Chicago Bartlett Commons

Name: University OF Chicago Bartlett Commons
Address: 5640 S UNIVERSITY, Chicago, 60637
Rating: 90

5640 S UNIVERSITY, Chicago

Last Inspected: 11/13/2025

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0Excellent

American•Chicago

Ranked #424 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Stable

5 inspections

Last: Nov 13, 2025

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

2.2

Avg Violations

5 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-10

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-2 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-5 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

0 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.

Location

5640 S UNIVERSITY, Chicago, IL 60637

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Violation Timeline

May 2022

1 inspections

2 basic

May

Oct 2023

1 inspections

1 basic

Oct 2024

1 inspections

1 basic

Oct

Nov 2025

2 inspections

1 intermediate

6 basic

Inspection History

5 records on file

1 Canvass Re-Inspection3 Canvass1 Complaint

Nov 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF CABINETS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOLDING UNITS, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN TRAY ROOM 201B. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISHWASHING, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN ALL AREAS.

Base deductions−6 pts

Nov 25

Canvass InspectionFail

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED OVER 40 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED INSIDE BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF PREP FREEZER AND COOLER IN PIZZA PREP AND DELI PREP AREAS, ON BOTTOM WOODEN LEDGES UNDER COLD HOLDING UNIT IN DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF CABINETS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOLDING UNITS, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN TRAY ROOM 201B. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISHWASHING, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN ALL AREAS.

Base deductions−11 pts

Oct 24

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS IN CORNER AREAS OF KITCHENS WHERE NEEDED. CORRECTED ON SITE.

Base deductions−2 pts

Oct 23

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
DRINK MACHINE NOZZLES AND AREA AROUND NOZZLES IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−2 pts

May 22

Complaint InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS IN THE MAINT KITCHEN, FLAME GRILL,PURE EAT AND BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM.

Base deductions−4 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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