What is Maravillas Restaurant's health inspection score?

Maravillas Restaurant 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 Maravillas Restaurant last inspected?

Maravillas Restaurant was last inspected on February 2, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Maravillas Restaurant have?

Maravillas Restaurant has 16 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Maravillas Restaurant safe to eat at?

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

What type of cuisine does Maravillas Restaurant serve?

Maravillas Restaurant serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Maravillas Restaurant

Name: Maravillas Restaurant
Address: 5506 S LAKE PARK AVE, Chicago, 60637
Rating: 96

5506 S LAKE PARK AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 2/2/2026

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0Excellent

American•Chicago

Ranked #960 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Stable

6 inspections

Last: Feb 2, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

2.7

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

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

-4

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-1 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

+4 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.

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5506 S LAKE PARK AVE, Chicago, IL 60637

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2022

1 inspections

1 basic

Aug

Jan 2023

1 inspections

7 basic

Jan 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Jan

Nov 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Feb 2025

1 inspections

1 basic

Feb

Feb 2026

1 inspections

1 basic

Inspection History

6 records on file

5 Canvass1 Complaint

Feb 26

Canvass 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
OBSERVED VARIOUS FOOD ITEMS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE COOLER AND FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND CONTAINERS ONLY.

Base deductions−2 pts

Feb 25

Complaint 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 UNDER AND AROUND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED AND IN DINING AREA UNDER SEATING BOOTHS.

Base deductions−2 pts

Nov 24

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High2 Basic

3 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP AND BAR AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO POST HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMLOYEES.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED CARDBOARD BOXES AND BULK CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR KITCHEN STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2587663 DATED JANUARY 5, 2024 NOT CORRECTED. IT IS AS FOLLOWS... 58. NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED FOR ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−14 pts

Jan 24

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED WATER LEAKING FROM THE BACKFLOW DEVICE ABOVE THE UTILITY SINK IN THE UTILITY CLOSET WHEN WATER IS RUNNING IN THE SINK; INSTUCTED TO HAVE LEAK AT BACKFLOW DEVICE REPAIRED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED LOOSE FLOOR TILE IN THE REAR AREA OF THE DINING ROOM; INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL WHERE NEEDED.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED FOR ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jan 23

Canvass InspectionPass

7 Basic

7 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

Basic (7)

−14 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
WHEN USING SPONGES, THEY MUST BE CHANGED FREQUENTLY. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
WIPING CLOTHS WHEN NOT IN USE THEY MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NEW CUTTING NOARD NEEDED IN FRONT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
FAUCET IN MENS ROOM COLD WATER HANDLE LOOSE, IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE IN NEED OF RENEWING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ON SITE IN NEED OF RENEWING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−14 pts

Aug 22

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED THE RUBBER GASKET ON THE 3-DOOR COOLER IN THE KITCHEN IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−2 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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