What is Pancho's Cantina's health inspection score?

Pancho's Cantina has a SafeDine safety score of 98 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Pancho's Cantina last inspected?

Pancho's Cantina was last inspected on February 26, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Pancho's Cantina have?

Pancho's Cantina has 11 total violations across 10 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Pancho's Cantina safe to eat at?

Yes, Pancho's Cantina has an excellent safety record with a score of 98/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Pancho's Cantina serve?

Pancho's Cantina serves Mexican cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Pancho's Cantina

Name: Pancho's Cantina
Address: 327 S PLYMOUTH CT, Chicago, 60604
Rating: 98

327 S PLYMOUTH CT, Chicago

Last Inspected: 2/26/2026

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0Excellent

Mexican•The Loop

Ranked #31 of 871 in The LoopBetter than 84% of mexican restaurants

Stable

9 inspections

Last: Feb 26, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

56%

Clean Rate

1.2

Avg Violations

3 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-2

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-1 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

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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327 S PLYMOUTH CT, Chicago, IL 60604

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Violation Timeline

Sep 2022

1 inspections

Sep

Dec 2023

1 inspections

Feb 2024

1 inspections

2 basic

Feb

Jun 2025

2 inspections

Jul 2025

1 inspections

2 high priority

2 intermediate

3 basic

Jul

Feb 2026

3 inspections

2 basic

Inspection History

9 records on file

1 Canvass Re-Inspection3 Canvass5 Non-Inspection

Feb 26

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

63REMOVAL OF SUSPENSION SIGN−2
OBSERVED LICENSE SUSPENSION SIGN REMOVED FROM FRONT ENTRY DOOR BY SOMEONE NOT AUTHORIZED TO DO SO AT THIS TIME,PIC WAS INSTRUCTED NOT TO COVER,OR DEFACE,OR REMOVE SIGNAGE UNDER PENALTY.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-050)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)

Base deductions−2 pts

Feb 26

Canvass InspectionFail

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

50HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE−2
OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER IN PREMISES. 3- COMPARTMENT SINK 75.2F. MUST HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER AT 100.O DEGREES F AT HAND SINKS AND 110.0F AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)

Base deductions−2 pts

Feb 26

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jul 25

Canvass InspectionOut of Business

2 High2 Med3 Basic

7 total

64/100inspection score

−36 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN PREP AREAS, BAR AND DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO POST CLEARLY VISIBLE SIGNAGE THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED SLIGHT BROWN BUILDUP ON INTERIOR WHITE AND CLEAR COMPONENTS OF THREE MARGARITA DISPENSERS(NEAR NOZZLES)IN FIRST FLOOR BAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ALL THREE MARGARITA DISPENSERS IN FIRST FLOOR BAR TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF MARGARITAS.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. INSTRUCTED TO ADD DISCLOSURE STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS CAN BE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER TO MENU. CORRECTED ON SITE, DISCLOSURE STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL FOODS ARE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER ADDED TO MENU BEFORE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED OPENINGS AT BASE IN MIDDLE AND AT BASE OF LEFT AND RIGHT DOUBLE OUTER GLASS FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED BOXES, MILK CRATES AND CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN FIRST FLOOR WALK IN COOLER AND FIRST FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD AND NONFOOD ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP ON REAR LINE OF BASEMENT WALK IN FREEZER CONDENSOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE BUILDUP ON REAR LINE OF BASEMENT WALK IN FREEZER CONDENSOR.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
EXPIRED PROOF OF ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING CERTIFICATE PROVIDED FOR ONE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VALID ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES

Base deductions−36 pts

Jun 25

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jun 25

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Feb 24

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED PEELING CEILING TILES LOCATED IN FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT PHYSICAL CONTAMINATION.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE WALL ON CAULKING ABOVE THE SPRAYER AT DISH MACHINE AND ALONG WALL BEHIND/UNDER LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. ALSO NOTED MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON CEILING ABOVE MOP SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−4 pts

Dec 23

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Sep 22

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

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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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