What is Chipotle Mexican Grill #1979's health inspection score?

Chipotle Mexican Grill #1979 has a SafeDine safety score of 94 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Chipotle Mexican Grill #1979 last inspected?

Chipotle Mexican Grill #1979 was last inspected on March 4, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Chipotle Mexican Grill #1979 have?

Chipotle Mexican Grill #1979 has 34 total violations across 15 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Chipotle Mexican Grill #1979 safe to eat at?

Yes, Chipotle Mexican Grill #1979 has an excellent safety record with a score of 94/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

Official Health Record

Chipotle Mexican Grill #1979

Name: Chipotle Mexican Grill #1979
Address: 1522 E 53RD ST, Chicago, 60615
Rating: 94

1522 E 53RD ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/4/2026

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0Excellent

Hyde Park

Ranked #22 of 245 in Hyde Park

Stable

10 inspections

Last: Mar 4, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

10%

Clean Rate

3.4

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Pest issues

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

-7

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-5 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+1 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 93/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (94/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

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

1522 E 53RD ST, Chicago, IL 60615

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2023

2 inspections

2 high priority

5 basic

Aug

Sep 2023

1 inspections

4 basic

Apr 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Apr

Dec 2024

1 inspections

2 basic

Feb 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Feb

Sep 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

6 basic

Oct 2025

1 inspections

3 basic

Oct

Nov 2025

1 inspections

3 basic

Mar 2026

1 inspections

2 basic

Mar

Inspection History

10 records on file

5 Complaint1 Short Form Complaint2 Complaint Re-Inspection2 Canvass

Mar 26

Complaint InspectionLatestPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ROLLED UP FLOOR MATS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN A CORNER CUSTOMER SEATING AREA NEAR FRONT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

Base deductions−4 pts

Nov 25

Short Form Complaint InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS(TORTILLAS, RICE, ETC) STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON PREP TABLES AND EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−6 pts

Oct 25

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AND WAIT STATION AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON PREP TABLES AND EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−6 pts

Sep 25

Complaint InspectionFail

1 Med6 Basic

7 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED NUMEROUS FLYING INSECTS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED

Basic (6)

−12 pts

45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AND WAIT STATION AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON PREP TABLES AND EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO TOILET TISSUE IN MEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TOILET TISSUED IN ALL WASHROOMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE TRASH AND UNWASHED DISHES IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
61SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC−2
PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM 2-21-25 NOT POSTED AND VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS. INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY SHALL BE POSTED IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B) CITATION ISSUED

Base deductions−17 pts

Feb 25

Complaint InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High2 Basic

3 total1 risk factor

81/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY/SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, STEAK, ETC.) BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY/ SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-12. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED MULTPLIE LEAKS AT THE 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS AROUND EQUIPMENT AND KEEP DRY AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT POSSIBLE BREEDING GROUNDS.

Base deductions−14 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Dec 24

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN THE BOTTOM SHELF UNDERNEATH THE GRILL TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FIXTURES IN THE WASHROOM.

Base deductions−4 pts

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TOGO ORDER SHELVING AND COUNTER TOPS.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVES LEAKS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FLOORS NEED CLEANING THROUGH OUT PREP AND DINING AND WASHROOMS.

Base deductions−6 pts

Sep 23

Complaint InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN UPPER INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN BOTTOM AREA OF FRYERS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR IN CORNER AREA BY FRYER AND BY DISHWASHING AREA.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
SOME CLEANING NEEDED TO VENTS IN HOODED SYSTEM.

Base deductions−8 pts

Aug 23

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Aug 23

Complaint InspectionFail

2 High5 Basic

7 total2 risk factors

60/100inspection score

−30 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
NO ONE ON SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
NO ONE ON SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE OR CERTIFICATE POSTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS SUCH AS STEAK, CHICKEN, CHEESE AND CUT TOMATOES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PERSON AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE HANDLING TCS FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED

Basic (5)

−10 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
SEE VIOLATION #60
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
SEE VIOLATION #60
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
SEE VIOLATION #60
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
SEE VIOLATION #60
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECT FROM INSPECTION #2575867 DATED 5-15-23. #49 ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT ON FRONT LINE AND IN REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN #55 FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND WATER SPILLS. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. #55 WALLS AT COOK LINE AND IN REAR PREP AREA AT 3 COMP SINK AND COOK LINE ALL IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL SPLATTER AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #58 NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON SITE INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ALL PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED

Base deductions−30 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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