What is The Hut's health inspection score?

The Hut has a SafeDine safety score of 96 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was The Hut last inspected?

The Hut was last inspected on December 1, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does The Hut have?

The Hut has 12 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is The Hut safe to eat at?

Yes, The Hut has an excellent safety record with a score of 96/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

Official Health Record

The Hut

Name: The Hut
Address: 3601 S CALIFORNIA AVE, Chicago, 60632
Rating: 96

3601 S CALIFORNIA AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 12/1/2025

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0Excellent

Chicago

Ranked #994 of 1000 in Chicago

Stable

5 inspections

Last: Dec 1, 2025

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

2.4

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Food storage

Food not properly stored or protected

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-4

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-3 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.

Location

3601 S CALIFORNIA AVE, Chicago, IL 60632

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Violation Timeline

Sep 2023

1 inspections

2 basic

Sep

Jul 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

3 basic

Aug 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Aug

Nov 2025

1 inspections

2 basic

Dec 2025

1 inspections

1 basic

Dec

Inspection History

5 records on file

2 Canvass Re-Inspection3 Canvass

Dec 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-501.12: CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES AND HEAVILY STAINED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTD TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN CUTTING BOARDS AT ALL TIMES

Base deductions−2 pts

Nov 25

Canvass InspectionFail

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES AND HEAVILY STAINED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTD TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN CUTTING BOARDS AT ALL TIMES
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR. GAP AT DIVIDER INBETWEEN 2ND AND 3RD BASIN, ALLOWING WATER/SOLUTION TO FLOW INBETWEEN BASINS AND NOT ALLOWING SANITIZER SOLUTION TO BE CONTAINED IN 3RD BASIN. INSTD TO REPAIR PROPERLY (PLUMBER PUTTY PROHIBITED). CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025 PRIORITY FOUNDATION.

Base deductions−4 pts

Aug 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
THE BOTTOM SIDE OF THE SHELVING ABOVE THE COMPARTMENT SINK HAS EXCESSIVE RUST. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE/REPLACE AND MAINTAI
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SPLATTERS ON WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jul 24

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High3 Basic

4 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF PINK AND BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR OF AN ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ONTO ICE(ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION). INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DISCARD ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE MACHINE, AND MAINTAIN IT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
THE BOTTOM SIDE OF THE SHELVING ABOVE THE COMPARTMENT SINK HAS EXCESSIVE RUST. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SPLATTERS ON WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE.

Base deductions−16 pts

Sep 23

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTD TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION IN ALL FREEZERS. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE AND MAINTAIN

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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