What is Panda Express #1878's health inspection score?

Panda Express #1878 has a SafeDine safety score of 89 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Panda Express #1878 last inspected?

Panda Express #1878 was last inspected on January 9, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Panda Express #1878 have?

Panda Express #1878 has 16 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Panda Express #1878 safe to eat at?

Yes, Panda Express #1878 has an excellent safety record with a score of 89/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

Official Health Record

Panda Express #1878

Name: Panda Express #1878
Address: 520 N MICHIGAN AVE, Chicago, 60611
Rating: 89

520 N MICHIGAN AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/9/2026

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0Excellent

Streeterville

Ranked #169 of 705 in Streeterville

Stable

6 inspections

Last: Jan 9, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

17%

Clean Rate

2.7

Avg Violations

3 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-11

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-6 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-4 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

520 N MICHIGAN AVE, Chicago, IL 60611

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Violation Timeline

Dec 2022

1 inspections

2 high priority

1 intermediate

Dec

Jan 2023

1 inspections

Nov 2023

1 inspections

2 high priority

2 basic

Nov

Apr 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Dec 2024

1 inspections

4 basic

Dec

Jan 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 basic

Inspection History

6 records on file

5 Canvass1 Complaint

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 High1 Basic

2 total

88/100inspection score

−12 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED SLIGHT BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD MANAGER PROVIDED. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.

Base deductions−12 pts

Dec 24

Canvass InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FLOOR DRAINS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND 2 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MOP IN A POSITION THAT DOES NOT ALLOW TO DRY PROPERLY AND PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST STORE MOP AFTER USE IN A MOUNTED POSITION THAT ALLOWS FOR AIR-DRYING WITHOUT SOILING AND PEST HARBORAGING.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS, CORNERS AND UNDER EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−8 pts

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

52SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED−2
OBSERVED EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED WALK-IN COOLER DOOR SWEEP BROKEN, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED IN WALK-IN COOLER CONDENSER UNIT LEAKING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−6 pts

Nov 23

Complaint InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High2 Basic

4 total2 risk factors

66/100inspection score

−24 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE DURING TIME OG THE INSPECTION WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING TCS FOODS, RICE, BEEF, SHRIMP, NOODLES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CFM AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORIT FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FLOORS IN FRONT PREP AREA UNDERNEATH HEAVY EQUIPMENT OF THE SERVING LINE, WOK STATION AND IN REAR PREP UNDER PREP TABLES WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF FOOD SPILLAGE AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF DEBRIS.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
ALL CITY OF CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.

Base deductions−24 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Jan 23

Canvass InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Dec 22

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High1 Med

3 total2 risk factors

65/100inspection score

−25 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
No certified food service manager on site, No certificate posted while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, beef, rice...) instructed to obtain. priority foundation violation 7-38-12.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
No pest control service, no records of service. instructed manager to obtain a licensed pest control service. priority foundation violation.7-38-020(c).

Base deductions−25 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 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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