What is Lou Malnati's Pizzeria's health inspection score?

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

When was Lou Malnati's Pizzeria last inspected?

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria was last inspected on January 6, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Lou Malnati's Pizzeria have?

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria has 15 total violations across 8 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Lou Malnati's Pizzeria safe to eat at?

Yes, Lou Malnati's Pizzeria has an excellent safety record with a score of 100/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

Official Health Record

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

Name: Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
Address: 805 S State ST, Chicago, 60605
Rating: 100

805 S State ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/6/2026

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0Excellent

South Loop

Ranked #4 of 291 in South Loop

Stable

8 inspections

Last: Jan 6, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

50%

Clean Rate

1.9

Avg Violations

5 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

Food labeling

Food not properly labeled or dated

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-0

Final Score

100

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

0 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

100

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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805 S State ST, Chicago, IL 60605

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2022

2 inspections

3 high priority

1 intermediate

1 basic

Aug

Jul 2023

2 inspections

2 high priority

3 intermediate

3 basic

May 2024

1 inspections

2 basic

May

Mar 2025

1 inspections

Apr 2025

1 inspections

Apr

Jan 2026

1 inspections

Inspection History

8 records on file

6 Canvass2 Canvass Re-Inspection

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Apr 25

Canvass InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Mar 25

Canvass InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

May 24

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
Insulation lines at main walk-in cooler in poor repair, instructed to replace.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
Small Ice maker by coffee station not clean inside, gray film noted on interior surfaces, instructed to clean and maintain.

Base deductions−4 pts

Jul 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 High1 Med1 Basic

3 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED A SLIGHT PINKISH BROWN SUBSTANCE AROUND THE ICE MAKER SLOT LOCATED INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12 OBSERVED SOME DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT A LABEL CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYER WITH EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. 4-601.11(B) OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS STAINED WITH DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STAINS AND DARK GROOVES OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS.

Base deductions−17 pts

Jul 23

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High2 Med2 Basic

5 total

76/100inspection score

−24 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED A SLIGHT PINKISH BROWN SUBSTANCE AROUND THE ICE MAKER SLOT LOCATED INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12 OBSERVED SOME DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT A LABEL CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY. OBSERVED ABOUT 20 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN VARIOUS AREAS ON THE WALLS AND CEILINGS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE LIVE SMALL FLIES ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYER WITH EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(B) OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS STAINED WITH DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STAINS AND DARK GROOVES OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS.

Base deductions−24 pts

Aug 22

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Aug 22

Canvass InspectionFail

3 High1 Med1 Basic

5 total3 risk factors

48/100inspection score

−37 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION.
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS SUCH AS CHICKEN, PIZZA, AND PASTA ARE BEING PREPARED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE A PERSON WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE IS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012
8HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHEDRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEE WITH GLOVES REACH INTO SANITIZER SOLUTION BUCKET FOR TOWEL TO CLEAN COUNTER. ONCE FINISHED THE EMPLOYEE PROCEEDED TO PICK UP LASAGNA WITHOUT CHANGING GLOVES OR WASHING HANDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE EMPLOYEES ARE WASHING HANDS AND CHANGING GLOVES WHENEVER CHEMICALS ARE TOUCHED. MANAGER DISCARDED 1/2 OF LASAGNA ($12.80) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 10 SMALL FLIES IN KITCHEN NEAR MOP SINK AND 15 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT REMAINDER OF KITCHEN; OBSERVED 1 LIVE ROACH IN KITCHEN NEAR MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE AREAS ACCORDINGLY. PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO VERIFIABLE CERTIFIED FOOD ON SITE WITH FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS.

Base deductions−37 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 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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