What is Cinco Estrellas's health inspection score?

Cinco Estrellas has a SafeDine safety score of 77 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Cinco Estrellas last inspected?

Cinco Estrellas was last inspected on April 25, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Cinco Estrellas have?

Cinco Estrellas has 47 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Cinco Estrellas safe to eat at?

Cinco Estrellas has a good safety record with a score of 77/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Cinco Estrellas serve?

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

Official Health Record

Cinco Estrellas

Name: Cinco Estrellas
Address: 2908-2912 W 59TH ST, Chicago, 60629
Rating: 77

2908-2912 W 59TH ST, Chicago

Last inspected 11mo ago

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0Good

American•Chicago

Ranked #999 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Stable

7 inspections

Last: Apr 25, 2025

medium confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

Clean Rate

6.7

Avg Violations

12 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

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-23

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-2 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-8 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-7 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

0 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

2908-2912 W 59TH ST, Chicago, IL 60629

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2022

1 inspections

1 high priority

3 intermediate

10 basic

Aug

Sep 2022

2 inspections

2 intermediate

7 basic

Mar 2023

2 inspections

4 high priority

1 intermediate

8 basic

Mar

Jan 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

5 basic

Apr 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

4 basic

Apr

Inspection History

7 records on file

3 Canvass1 Complaint Re-Inspection1 Complaint2 Canvass Re-Inspection

Apr 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 Med4 Basic

5 total

87/100inspection score

−13 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
EXIT DOOR AT EAST END PREP AREA NOT PROTECTED, APPROX 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOOR. INSTD TO REPAIR, HAVE TIGHT FITTING AND MAINTAIN OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
EXCESSIVE RUST ON GREASE TRAP AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN MAIN BAR. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAME
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
WAREWASHING DRAIN PIPES WRAPPED WITH PLASTIC DUE TO LEAKING. INSTD TO REMOVE PLASTIC, AND REPAIR FREE OF LEAKS. SMALL LEAK UNDERNEATH HANDWASH SINK IN MAIN BAR. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MAINTENANCE TOOLS, PAINT NOT STORED IN DESIGNATED AREA. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA AND MAINTAIN
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
CRACKED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES AT EAST SIDE PREP AREAS NEAR BURNER STOVES. HOLES IN WALL IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO REPAIR SAID SURFACES SO AS TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, AND EASILY CLEANABLE

Base deductions−13 pts

Jan 24

Canvass InspectionPass

1 High5 Basic

6 total

80/100inspection score

−20 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
MISSING HANDWASH SIGNAGE AT HANDWASH SINK IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO PROVIDE SIGNAGE AND MAINTAIN

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
RUSTY SHELVES ON BOTTOM OF PREP AND STORAGE TABLES. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN SURFACES, SMOOTH, EVEN, AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE CUPS ARE LEAD FREE OR LEAD SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON SITE; OR REMOVE CUPS FROM PREMISES
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
ALL SINKS AT EAST BAR AREA NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DIRT, DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
LEAK AT PIPE UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN WAREWASHING AREA AND AT PIPE UNDER BAR HANDWASH SINK. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
NO LIGHT WHERE ICE MACHINE LOCATED. INSTD TO PROVIDE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN IN SAME AREA.

Base deductions−20 pts

Mar 23

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE BUILDUP ON AND UNDERNEATH FLAT TOP GRILL IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
2-102.13 OBSERVED ONLY VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR WAITSTAFF. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WORKING IN KITCH

Base deductions−4 pts

Mar 23

Complaint InspectionFail

4 High1 Med6 Basic

11 total

43/100inspection score

−57 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
NO HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT HANDWASH SINK IN WEST BAR AND HANDWASH SINKS IN MEN AND WOMENS TOILET ROOMS ON WEST END, RANGING FROM 60F-65F. INSTD TO REPAIR AND HAVE 100F-120F AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY 7-38-030(C).
14REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION−10
CONTAINER OF RAW OYSTERS AND CONTAINER OF CLAMS IN COOLER WITHOUT SHELLFISH TAGS ATTACHED TO THE CONTAINERS. OYSTERS AND CLAMS DISCARDED AT THIS TIME, APPROX 10LBS $100 VALUE. TAGS MUST REMAIN ATTACHED UNTIL THE CONTAINERS ARE EMPTY. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
INTERIOR OF ICE CHUTE WITH HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE AND IN CONTACT WITH ICE. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTD TO DISCARD ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
LOW TEMPERATURE WAREWASH UNIT CURRENTLY IN USE AND UNABLE TO SANITIZE. 0 PPM OF CHLORINE WHEN TESTED WITH CHLORINE TEST STRIPS PROVIDED BY SANITARIAN. UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. INSTD TO USE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE MULTI USE EQUIPMENT UNTIL REPAIRED AND REINSPECTED BY CDPH. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025 PRIORITY

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

28TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED−5
EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGINGS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA AND MAINTAIN

Basic (6)

−12 pts

41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN SANTIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
MISSING CHEMICAL TESTING DEVICE/STRIPS FOR LOW TEMPERATURE WAREWASHING MACHINE AND CHLORINE ON SITE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE BUILDUP ON AND UNDERNEATH FLAT TOP GRILL IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BANQUET BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED, UNNECSSARY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT BANQUET BAR AREA.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED ONLY VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR WAITSTAFF. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WORKING IN KITCHEN.

Base deductions−57 pts

Sep 22

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 1/4-1/2" GAP IN MIDDLE OF ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY, MAINTAIN.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
FOUND MEAT STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
FOUND TORN GASKET AT DEEP FREEZER, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FOUND WALLS IN REAR DISH AREA IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−11 pts

Sep 22

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionFail

1 Med4 Basic

5 total

87/100inspection score

−13 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON MENU FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ITEMS (STEAK, EGGS ETC). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE, MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
FOUND RAW WOOD ON WALL NEXT TO FRONT DISH AREA, AND ON WALL IN REAR DISH AREA. MUST FINSIH TO MAKE SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN. FOUND RUSTY SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER, FRONT PREP AREA, AND REAR DISH AREA. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
FOUND MEAT STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
FOUND TORN GASKET AT DEEP FREEZER, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FOUND WALLS IN REAR DISH AREA IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−13 pts

Aug 22

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High3 Med10 Basic

14 total

55/100inspection score

−45 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

14REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION−10
FOUND SHELLSTOCK IN A CONTAINER IN COOLER WITHOUT IDENTIFICATION TAG. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED PRODUCT DURING INSPECTION. APPROXIMATELY 5 LBS, $40. ADVISED TO PROVIDE IDENTIFICATION TAG DURING STORAGE, MAINTAIN FOR 90 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON MENU FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ITEMS (STEAK, EGGS ETC). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE, MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
FOUND APPROXIMATELY 30 MICE DROPPINGS ON STORAGE SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE AREA, ON FLOOR IN BANQUET HALLWAY, AND ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT BASEMENT. ADVISED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 1/4-1/2" GAP IN MIDDLE OF ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY, MAINTAIN.

Basic (10)

−20 pts

44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
MUST INVERT DISHES IN PREP AREA DURING STORAGE.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
FOUND RAW WOOD ON WALL NEXT TO FRONT DISH AREA, AND ON WALL IN REAR DISH AREA. MUST FINSIH TO MAKE SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN. FOUND RUSTY SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER, FRONT PREP AREA, AND REAR DISH AREA. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
FOUND MEAT STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
FOUND TORN GASKET AT DEEP FREEZER, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
INTERIOR ICE MACHINE HAS SLIGHT DEBRIS BUILD UP. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
FOUND LEAK AT PIPE AT FRONT 3-COMP SINK. REPAR AND MAINTAIN.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S BANQUET RESTROOM, MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FOUND WALL IN REAR DISH AREA IN NEED OF REPAIR, MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN BOTH BANQUET RESTROOMS IN NEED OF REPAIR, MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 12/13/21, REPORT #2545470: #10: MUST PROVIDE PROPER HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN. #37: ALL BULK FOOD ITEMS IN NEED OF LABELING TO IDENTIFY THE PRODUCT. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN #38: OUTER DOOR TO GARBAGE AREA IN NEED OF RODENT PROOFING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. #44: ALL STOCK IN BASEMENT MUST BE OFF THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CORRECT. #55: FLOORS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA IN NEED OF REGROUTING AND OR CORRECTION OF TILES. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. #58: ALL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION HOLDERS ARE IN NEED OF ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN. CORRECT ALL OF THE ABOVE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−45 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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