What is Lou Malnati's Pizzeria's health inspection score?

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria 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 Lou Malnati's Pizzeria last inspected?

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria was last inspected on February 10, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Lou Malnati's Pizzeria have?

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria has 14 total violations across 9 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Lou Malnati's Pizzeria safe to eat at?

Yes, Lou Malnati's Pizzeria 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 Lou Malnati's Pizzeria serve?

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria serves Pizza cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

Name: Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
Address: 1235 W RANDOLPH ST, Chicago, 60607
Rating: 97

1235 W RANDOLPH ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 2/10/2026

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0Excellent

Pizza•West Loop

Ranked #55 of 1000 in West LoopBetter than 100% of pizza restaurants

Stable

8 inspections

Last: Feb 10, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

38%

Clean Rate

1.8

Avg Violations

2 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Food storage

Food not properly stored or protected

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

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

-3 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+3 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

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

1235 W RANDOLPH ST, Chicago, IL 60607

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Violation Timeline

Apr 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

2 basic

Apr

Jul 2023

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

1 basic

Jul 2024

2 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Jul

Jul 2025

2 inspections

1 intermediate

Feb 2026

2 inspections

4 basic

Feb

Inspection History

8 records on file

3 Canvass Re-Inspection4 Canvass1 Complaint

Feb 26

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Feb 26

Canvass InspectionFail

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
MULTI USE EQUIPMENT STORED IN MECHANICAL ROOM AND UNDER SEWER LINES THAT ARE NOT SHIELDED. INSTD TO REMOVE FROM MECHANICAL ROOM AND STORE PROPERLY
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
PLASTIC LINING ON EXTERIOR SIDES OF BAR WAREWASHING UNIT. INSTD TO REMOVE PLASTIC LINING SO AS SURFACE TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, AND EASILY CLEANABLE
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
INOPERABLE RINSE TEMPERATURE GAUGE AT REAR WAREWASHING UNIT. UNIT NOT IN USE AT THIS TIME, UNIT CURRENTLY PENDING REPAIRS FOR CONSTANTLY RUNNING. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN GAUGES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
TAPE/PLASTIC TYPE MATERIAL SUSPENDED FROM OPEN CEILING VENT IN PREP AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE MATERIAL AND PROVIDE PROPER VENT COVER.

Base deductions−8 pts

Jul 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jul 25

Canvass InspectionOut of Business

1 Med

1 total

95/100inspection score

−5 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROX. 20 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE DISHWASHING AREA AND AROUND THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−5 pts

Jul 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jul 24

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High2 Basic

3 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
NOTED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE BACK PREP AREA NEXT TO THE MAN'S BATHROOM DOOR. THE WATER'S TEMPERATURE WAS 72.5F AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, AND A TRICKLE OF WATER. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).

Basic (2)

−4 pts

50HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE−2
OBSERVED A TRICKLE OF WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK ON THE SECOND FLOOR IN THE BACK PREP AREA. WATER IS NOT SUFFICIENT CAPACITY TO MEET THE PEAK WATER DEMANDS. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE FACILITY MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED A BURNED OUT LIGHT-BULBS IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULBS AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING IN THE UNIT.

Base deductions−14 pts

Jul 23

Complaint InspectionPass

1 High1 Med1 Basic

3 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE BAR HANDWASHING SINK. MUST PROVIDE.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED A 1-INCH GAP IN BETWEEN THE TWO FRONT ENTRY DOORS. MUST SEAL GAP TO PREVENT PEST/RODENT ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED THE 2ND FLOOR WOMENS WASHROOM HANDWASHING SINK SLOW DRAINING. OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE 1-COMPARTMENT PREP SINK FAUCET (LOCATED ON THE SALAD PREP LINE). MUST REPAIR BOTH SINKS AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−17 pts

Apr 23

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med2 Basic

3 total

91/100inspection score

−9 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
FOUND MULTILPE CONTAINERS OF SPICES/FLOUR NOT LABELED. MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE EMPLOYEE 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM AND THE 1ST FLOOR UNISEX WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE ONE INSIDE EACH WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
FOUND MULTIPLE LIGHTS BURNED OUT INSIDE THE COOKS LINE VENTILATION HOOD. MUST REPLACE ALL BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.

Base deductions−9 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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