What is MI Ranchito's health inspection score?

MI Ranchito 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 MI Ranchito last inspected?

MI Ranchito was last inspected on November 5, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does MI Ranchito have?

MI Ranchito has 17 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is MI Ranchito safe to eat at?

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

What type of cuisine does MI Ranchito serve?

MI Ranchito serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

MI Ranchito

Name: MI Ranchito
Address: 5220 S PULASKI RD, Chicago, 60632
Rating: 97

5220 S PULASKI RD, Chicago

Last Inspected: 11/5/2025

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0Excellent

American•Chicago

Ranked #168 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Stable

6 inspections

Last: Nov 5, 2025

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

17%

Clean Rate

2.8

Avg Violations

5 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

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

-3

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+5 pts

100

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

5220 S PULASKI RD, Chicago, IL 60632

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Violation Timeline

Dec 2022

1 inspections

1 intermediate

7 basic

Dec

Aug 2023

2 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Aug 2024

2 inspections

5 basic

Aug

Nov 2025

1 inspections

Inspection History

6 records on file

4 Canvass2 Canvass Re-Inspection

Nov 25

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Aug 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE INTERIOR OF THE SLIDING DOOR COOLER IN THE FRONT COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE COKE COOLER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−4 pts

Aug 24

Canvass InspectionFail

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED BACK UP AT THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT, BACKUP IS OBSERVED IN ALTERNATE COMPARTMENTS OF THE SINK. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN PREVENTING BACKUP.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE INTERIOR OF THE SLIDING DOOR COOLER IN THE FRONT COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE COKE COOLER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−6 pts

Aug 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5.205.15 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKING. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN

Base deductions−2 pts

Aug 23

Canvass InspectionFail

1 Med2 Basic

3 total

91/100inspection score

−9 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OVER 3O MICE DROPPINGS IN REAR ALONG WALLBASE AND IN CORNER NEXT TO UPRIGHT FREEZER. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A) PRIORITY FOUNDATION

Basic (2)

−4 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKING. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
ENTIRE WALL BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME

Base deductions−9 pts

Dec 22

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 Med7 Basic

8 total

81/100inspection score

−19 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
FOUND BULK CONTAINER NOT LABELED (FLOUR). INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD WHEN NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, MAINTAIN.

Basic (7)

−14 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
FOUND BOX OF PRODUCE STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY, ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF FLOOR, MAINTAIN.
44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
FOUND DISHES IN PREP AREA NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT DISHES WHILE STORED, MAINTAIN.
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
FOUND SINGLE USE PLASTIC UTENSILS STORED WHERE MOUTHPIECE EXPOSED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY, MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
FOUND LOOSE GASKET AT RIGHT DOOR OF REACH IN COOLER IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
FOUND MEAT STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN DEEP FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS, MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
FOUND ACCUMULATED ICE BUILD UP IN STAND-UP FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM 8/5/21 REPORT 2523684 NOT CORRECTED: #58 NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT THE ABOVE VIOLATION.

Base deductions−19 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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