What is The Goddess & Grocer's health inspection score?

The Goddess & Grocer has a SafeDine safety score of 93 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was The Goddess & Grocer last inspected?

The Goddess & Grocer was last inspected on October 30, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does The Goddess & Grocer have?

The Goddess & Grocer has 16 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is The Goddess & Grocer safe to eat at?

Yes, The Goddess & Grocer has an excellent safety record with a score of 93/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does The Goddess & Grocer serve?

The Goddess & Grocer serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

The Goddess & Grocer

Name: The Goddess & Grocer
Address: 11601 W TOUHY AVE, Chicago, 60666
Rating: 93

11601 W TOUHY AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 10/30/2025

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0Excellent

American•Chicago

Ranked #133 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Stable

6 inspections

Last: Oct 30, 2025

high confidence

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Inspections

17%

Clean Rate

2.7

Avg Violations

5 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Food storage

Food not properly stored or protected

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

-1 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

11601 W TOUHY AVE, Chicago, IL 60666

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Violation Timeline

Sep 2022

1 inspections

Sep

Oct 2023

1 inspections

2 basic

Jun 2024

1 inspections

5 basic

Jun

Oct 2024

1 inspections

5 basic

Mar 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

1 basic

Mar

Oct 2025

1 inspections

2 basic

Inspection History

6 records on file

6 Canvass

Oct 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP ON STAND UP 2-DOOR COKE COOLER CONDENSER. MUST CLEAN ALL COOLERS CONDENSERS AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON WALLS AT DISHWASH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN DISHWASH AREA WALLS AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−4 pts

Mar 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med1 Basic

2 total

93/100inspection score

−7 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

35APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED−5
NOTED BAGS OF CHICKEN INSIDE THE PREP SINK AT THE REAR. MANAGER STATED THAT THE CHICKEN WAS DEFROSTING. DISCUSSED WITH MANAGEMENT THE DIFFERENT METHODS OF DEFROSTING FOOD:- EITHER UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER OF INSIDE THE REFRIGERATION UNIT. PRODUCT TEMPERATURE WAS 34.1F.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE MACHINE ON ICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER.

Base deductions−7 pts

Oct 24

Canvass InspectionPass

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED BOXED CONTAINING FOOD ITEMS BEING STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRCUTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR ON RAISED SHLEVING UNITS AND MAINTAIN.
41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
OBSERVED MULTIPLE WET WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP STATIONS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD AND MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED COFFEE DEBRIS ON COUNTER TOP BEHIND ESPRESSO MACHINES IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRCUTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITH AN EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RENEW EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE TO REMAIN IN COMPLIANCE WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS.

Base deductions−10 pts

Jun 24

Canvass InspectionPass

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED BOXED FOOD ITEMS ON FLOOR IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR IN RAISED SHELVING UNITS AND MAINTAIN.
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES BEING STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED TORN/DAMAGED RUBBER GASKET ON BOTTOM OF BOTH DOORS OF 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKET AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SOME DIRT BUILD-UP ON FLOORS, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP, AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS, ALONG WALLS , AND IN ALL CORNERS AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS STORED IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE ORDERLY STORAGE AREA FOR EMPLOYEES CLOTHING AND OTHER POSSESSIONS.

Base deductions−10 pts

Oct 23

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.

Base deductions−4 pts

Sep 22

Canvass InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

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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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