What is Q Sazon Mexican Restaurant's health inspection score?

Q Sazon Mexican Restaurant has a SafeDine safety score of 88 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Q Sazon Mexican Restaurant last inspected?

Q Sazon Mexican Restaurant was last inspected on December 11, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Q Sazon Mexican Restaurant have?

Q Sazon Mexican Restaurant has 13 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Q Sazon Mexican Restaurant safe to eat at?

Yes, Q Sazon Mexican Restaurant has an excellent safety record with a score of 88/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

Official Health Record

Q Sazon Mexican Restaurant

Name: Q Sazon Mexican Restaurant
Address: 8451 S PULASKI RD, Chicago, 60652
Rating: 88

8451 S PULASKI RD, Chicago

Last Inspected: 12/11/2025

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0Excellent

Chicago

Ranked #569 of 1000 in Chicago

Improving

5 inspections

Last: Dec 11, 2025

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

2.6

Avg Violations

6 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violationHigh Priority

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-12

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-5 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+7 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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Violation Timeline

Apr 2022

1 inspections

1 basic

Apr

Jan 2023

1 inspections

4 basic

Feb 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Feb

Apr 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

1 basic

Dec 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

1 basic

Dec

Inspection History

5 records on file

5 Canvass

Dec 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 Med1 Basic

2 total

93/100inspection score

−7 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED MULTIPLE GAPS AT THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED A GREASE AND DUSY BUILD UP UNDER THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM. INSTURCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES BELOW AND FOOD PREPARED IN THE AREA.

Base deductions−7 pts

Apr 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 High1 Med1 Basic

3 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHING SLIGHTLY SOILED. INSTD TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
FLY STRIP IN PREP AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE AND USE PROPER INSECT CONTROL DEVICES FOR PREP AREA

Basic (1)

−2 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
STYRFOAM CUPS COMPLETELY SUBMERGED IN DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS. INSTD TO REMOVE AND USE PROPER UTENSILS WITH UTENISLS FOR DISPENSING/HANDLING

Base deductions−17 pts

Feb 24

Canvass InspectionPass

1 High2 Basic

3 total1 risk factor

81/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

6PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USERisk Factor−10
EMPLOYEE OPEN BEVERAGES IN PREP AREA. INSTD TO DRINK FROM CLOSED BEVERAGES TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
CLAY/CERAMICE 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.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
RUSTY SURFACE ON BOTTOM SHELF OF PREP TABLE IN REAR. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN

Base deductions−14 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Jan 23

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 FOODS STORED IN GROCERY BAGS INSIDE THE COOLERS AND FREEZER. MUST PROPERLY STORE FOODS IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINERS OF BAGS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR SIDE WALLS OF THE ICE MACHINE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DAMAGE CEILING TILES IN THE MEN WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED THE CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITHOUT HIS ALLERGEN TRIANING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.

Base deductions−8 pts

Apr 22

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GRIME ON FLOOR IN OFFICE/STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DEEP CLEAN 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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