What is Birrieria Patino Ocotlan's health inspection score?

Birrieria Patino Ocotlan has a SafeDine safety score of 90 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Birrieria Patino Ocotlan last inspected?

Birrieria Patino Ocotlan was last inspected on October 28, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Birrieria Patino Ocotlan have?

Birrieria Patino Ocotlan has 20 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Birrieria Patino Ocotlan safe to eat at?

Yes, Birrieria Patino Ocotlan has an excellent safety record with a score of 90/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

Official Health Record

Birrieria Patino Ocotlan

Name: Birrieria Patino Ocotlan
Address: 3813 W 26TH ST, Chicago, 60623
Rating: 90

3813 W 26TH ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 10/28/2025

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0Excellent

Chicago

Ranked #994 of 1000 in Chicago

Stable

5 inspections

Last: Oct 28, 2025

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

5 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-10

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-4 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-4 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+3 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

3813 W 26TH ST, Chicago, IL 60623

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Violation Timeline

Oct 2022

2 inspections

10 basic

Oct

Nov 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

4 basic

Dec 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Dec

Oct 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

1 basic

Inspection History

5 records on file

4 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection

Oct 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 Med1 Basic

2 total

93/100inspection score

−7 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A WORKING THERMOMETER INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A FEW DAMAGE (WATER STAINED) CEILING TILES IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−7 pts

Dec 24

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-501.12 OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD IN FRONT PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND ORANGE STAINS. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-202.16 NOTED CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO LINE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOXES AND CLEAN SHELVING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.13:OBSERVED SEVERAL STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE BACK ROOM NEXT TO THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND ABOVE THE DOOR. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES.

Base deductions−6 pts

Nov 23

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med4 Basic

5 total

87/100inspection score

−13 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

28TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED−5
EMPLOYEES PERSONAL CARE ITEMS (MEDICINE BOTTLES) IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA ONLY

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
TORN GASKET ON WALK IN FREEZER DOOR. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
LEAK AT PIPE UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN REAR PREP AREA CAUSING WATER AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATION IN TILES. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME SO AS FLOOR TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MAINTENANCE TOOLS IMPROPERLY STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE AND ON SHELVES WITH SINGLE USE ITEMS. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA ONLY

Base deductions−13 pts

Oct 22

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED CONTAINERS OF FOOD STORED IN WALK IN COOLER WITHOUT LIDS OR COVERING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE LIDS AND MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SPILLAGE OF BLOOD ON SHELVING IN WALK IN COOLER FROM STORED MEAT. OBSERVED BUILD UP ON INTERIOR OF SIDES AND BOTTOM OF SINGLE DOOR COLLER IN FRONT PREP/SERVING AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS IN CORNERS OF REAR PREP KITCHEN AREA(S) UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER IS EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN NEW TRAINING AND RETAIN UPDATED CERTIFICATE ON SITE

Base deductions−8 pts

Oct 22

Canvass InspectionFail

6 Basic

6 total

88/100inspection score

−12 pts

Basic (6)

−12 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED CONTAINERS OF FOOD STORED IN WALK IN COOLER WITHOUT LIDS OR COVERING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE LIDS AND MAINTAIN.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED GREASE TRAP TO BE SEEPING WASTE LIQUID AND NOT WELL MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN CLEAN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SPILLAGE OF BLOOD ON SHELVING IN WALK IN COOLER FROM STORED MEAT. OBSERVED BUILD UP ON INTERIOR OF SIDES AND BOTTOM OF SINGLE DOOR COLLER IN FRONT PREP/SERVING AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER (POT, BAGS OF RAW MEAT). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ORGANIZE COOLER SO AS TO MAINTAIN ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS IN CORNERS OF REAR PREP KITCHEN AREA(S) UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER IS EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN NEW TRAINING AND RETAIN UPDATED CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

Base deductions−12 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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