What is Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop's health inspection score?

Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop has a SafeDine safety score of 89 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop last inspected?

Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop was last inspected on September 18, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop have?

Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop has 22 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop safe to eat at?

Yes, Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop has an excellent safety record with a score of 89/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

Official Health Record

Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop

Name: Jimmy Johns Sandwich Shop
Address: 2336 W LAWRENCE AVE, Chicago, 60625
Rating: 89

2336 W LAWRENCE AVE, Chicago

Last inspected 8mo ago

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0Excellent

Lincoln Square

Ranked #98 of 448 in Lincoln Square

Improving

6 inspections

Last: Sep 18, 2025

medium confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

17%

Clean Rate

3.7

Avg Violations

8 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Permit/documentationHigh Priority

Administrative or documentation issue

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-11

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-1 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-5 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-3 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+14 pts

100

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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Violation Timeline

Sep 2023

1 inspections

3 basic

Sep

Jun 2024

2 inspections

1 high priority

6 basic

Feb 2025

2 inspections

1 high priority

11 basic

Feb

Sep 2025

1 inspections

Inspection History

6 records on file

4 Canvass2 Canvass Re-Inspection

Sep 25

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Feb 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-501.11--OBSERVED RUSTS ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE REAR 3-DOOR STAND-UP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUSTS AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-501.12--OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS ON TOP OF THE PREP LINE COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.12--INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-303.11--OBSERVED BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB AT CEILING LIGHT FIXTURE LOCATED NEAR THE WALK-IN-FREEZER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-202.11--OBSERVED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD FOR THE LIGHT FIXTURE LOCATED AT FRONT PREP/DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD OR PROVIDE SHATTER-PROOF LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−10 pts

Feb 25

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High6 Basic

7 total

78/100inspection score

−22 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MAKER, DRIPPING INTO ICE "ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION".INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO TURN OFF MACHINE,REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MAKER CLEANED, SANITIZED, AND MAINTAINED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTS ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE REAR 3-DOOR STAND-UP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUSTS AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS ON TOP OF THE PREP LINE COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPER FOR THE DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB AT CEILING LIGHT FIXTURE LOCATED NEAR THE WALK-IN-FREEZER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD FOR THE LIGHT FIXTURE LOCATED AT FRONT PREP/DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD OR PROVIDE SHATTER-PROOF LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−22 pts

Jun 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.114--INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS UNNECESSARY ITEMS/ARTICLES AND UNUSUED BROKEN BYCICLES EQUIPMENTS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE ALL STOCK ITEMS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−2 pts

Jun 24

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High5 Basic

6 total1 risk factor

75/100inspection score

−20 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (DELI-MEAT SANDWICHES) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED.INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHEN HANDLING (TCS FOODS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012,CITATION ISSUED

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS ON TOP OF THE PREP LINE COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE PREP LINE COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS UNNECESSARY ITEMS/ARTICLES AND UNUSUED BROKEN BYCICLES EQUIPMENTS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE ALL STOCK ITEMS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN CEILING VENTILATION COVER ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2582597 DATED:09/29/2023 #47--4-101.19: OBSERVED RUSTED RACKS IN THE 3-DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE OR REPAINT RACKS. #49--4-602.13: OBSERVED CALCIUM BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR. #53--5-501.17: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ALL GENDER TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 6/21/2024. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−20 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Sep 23

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTED RACKS IN THE 3-DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE OR REPAINT RACKS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED CALCIUM BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ALL GENDER TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

Base deductions−6 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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