What is Aramark's health inspection score?

Aramark has a SafeDine safety score of 97 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Aramark last inspected?

Aramark was last inspected on November 25, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Aramark have?

Aramark has 22 total violations across 9 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Aramark safe to eat at?

Yes, Aramark has an excellent safety record with a score of 97/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

Official Health Record

Aramark

Name: Aramark
Address: 26 E PEARSON ST, Chicago, 60611
Rating: 97

26 E PEARSON ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 11/25/2025

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Streeterville

Improving

9 inspections

Last: Nov 25, 2025

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Inspections

44%

Clean Rate

2.4

Avg Violations

5 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

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-3

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+7 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

100

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

26 E PEARSON ST, Chicago, IL 60611

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Violation Timeline

Oct 2022

1 inspections

1 intermediate

1 basic

Oct

Nov 2022

1 inspections

Jul 2023

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

4 basic

Jul

May 2024

1 inspections

Sep 2024

2 inspections

2 high priority

9 basic

Sep

Nov 2025

3 inspections

2 high priority

1 basic

Inspection History

9 records on file

1 Recent Inspection3 Canvass Re-Inspection5 Canvass

Nov 25

Recent Inspection InspectionLatestCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Nov 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Nov 25

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High1 Basic

3 total

78/100inspection score

−22 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED 2ND FLOOR HAND WASHING SINK NEAR DISH MACHINE WITH EYE WASH STATION HOOKED UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLETELY REMOVE EYEWASH STATION AND PARTS AND TO ENSURE THAT HAND WASHING SINKS ARE USED FOR HAND WASHING ONLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HOT WATER IN 2ND FLOOR WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM AND 1ST FLOOR MULTIGENTDER TOILET ROOM. HOT WATER MEASURED AT 78 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE A MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100 F IS PROVIDED FOR ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED 2 OUT OF COMISSION DISH MACHINES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND RESTORE DISH MACHINES OR REMOVE DISH MACHINES TO AVOID CLUTTER.

Base deductions−22 pts

Sep 24

Canvass Re-Inspection 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 MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE PREP AREA NEAR 2 COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING CEILINGS TILE PANELS IN THE DRY STOREROOMS, NOTED CEILING TILES AT THE MECHANICAL DISHWASHING AREA CEILING TILES EXPANDED WITH MOISTURE INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, REPLACE MISSING PANELS AND/OR REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN

Base deductions−8 pts

Sep 24

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High5 Basic

7 total

70/100inspection score

−30 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
HAND SINK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DOES NOT HAVE HOT OR COLD WATER AVAILABLE INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAINPRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED A WHITE PANEL INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE THAT TOUCHED ICE FILLED WITH A BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO WASH, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE PREP AREA NEAR 2 COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING CEILINGS TILE PANELS IN THE DRY STOREROOMS, NOTED CEILING TILES AT THE MECHANICAL DISHWASHING AREA CEILING TILES EXPANDED WITH MOISTURE INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, REPLACE MISSING PANELS AND/OR REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
NOTED REPLACEMENT BULBS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: DRY STORAGE AND PAPER GOODS STOR ROOM AND WALK IN FREEZER.

Base deductions−30 pts

May 24

Canvass InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jul 23

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High1 Med4 Basic

6 total

77/100inspection score

−23 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

33PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL−10
OBSERVED WALK IN COOLER LOCATED ON 2ND FLOOR AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE 58.0F DURING TIME OF INSPECTION, WHILE STORING TCS FOODS (CHOPPED CANTALOUPE, COOKED POTATOES, VARIOUS SLICED DELI MEAT, COOKED PORK SAUSAGE PATTIES, ETC). INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINE USE, REPAIR TO 41F OR BELOW AS REQUIRED. PIC DISCARDED SAID FOOD ITEMS VOLUNTARILY AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.UNIT HELD FOR INSPECTION.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS HELD @ IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES DURING TIME OF INSPECTION 3 LBS STEAK MARINADE @58.0F, 30LBS COOKED ROAST BEEF @46.0F, 15 LBS PROSCUITTO @ 51.0F, 12 LBS SLICED GENOA @48.6F, 35 LBS COOKED POTATOES @52.0F, 9 LBS COOKED PORK SAUSAGE @60F, 3 LBS COOKED BLACK EYED PEAS @52.5F, ALL STORED INSIDE WALK IN COOLER LOCATED IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA. PIC VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED ALL SAID ITEMS DURING THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL COLD TCS FOODS @41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED STORED KITECHENWARE IN REAR PREP/DISH AREA WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE STORAGE RACKS AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN DRY STORAGE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS AND INCREASE LIGHTING.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT FOOD HANDLING TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR CURRENT CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDER. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AS REQUIRED.

Base deductions−23 pts

Nov 22

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Oct 22

Canvass InspectionFail

1 Med1 Basic

2 total

93/100inspection score

−7 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
No proof of pest control service, No log book on site, instructed manager to obtain a licensed pest control operator and keep a log for service on site. priority foundation violation 7-38-020(C)

Basic (1)

−2 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
using disposable plastic spoons in food preparation, instructed to use proper multi-use utensils.

Base deductions−7 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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