What is Red Snapper Hyde Park, Inc.'s health inspection score?

Red Snapper Hyde Park, Inc. has a SafeDine safety score of 58 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Red Snapper Hyde Park, Inc. last inspected?

Red Snapper Hyde Park, Inc. was last inspected on July 8, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Red Snapper Hyde Park, Inc. have?

Red Snapper Hyde Park, Inc. has 48 total violations across 9 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Red Snapper Hyde Park, Inc. safe to eat at?

Red Snapper Hyde Park, Inc. has a safety score of 58/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Red Snapper Hyde Park, Inc. serve?

Red Snapper Hyde Park, Inc. serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Red Snapper Hyde Park, Inc.

Name: Red Snapper Hyde Park, Inc.
Address: 1418 E 53RD ST, Chicago, 60615
Rating: 58

1418 E 53RD ST, Chicago

Last inspected 9mo ago

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American•Hyde Park

Ranked #166 of 245 in Hyde ParkBetter than 17% of american restaurants

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9 inspections

Last: Jul 8, 2025

medium confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

5.3

Avg Violations

9 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-42

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-2 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-9 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-3 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-9 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

1418 E 53RD ST, Chicago, IL 60615

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Violation Timeline

Jun 2022

2 inspections

1 high priority

2 intermediate

6 basic

Jun

Aug 2022

1 inspections

3 basic

Oct 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

5 basic

Oct

Mar 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

4 basic

Nov 2024

1 inspections

5 basic

Nov

Mar 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Jul 2025

2 inspections

4 high priority

1 intermediate

10 basic

Jul

Inspection History

9 records on file

2 Complaint Re-Inspection3 Complaint4 Canvass

Jul 25

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

2 High4 Basic

6 total2 risk factors

62/100inspection score

−28 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AND CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD (CHICKEN, FISH) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED VENTILATION FAN NOT OPERABLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGERS. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.

Base deductions−28 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Jul 25

Complaint InspectionFail

2 High1 Med6 Basic

9 total1 risk factor

58/100inspection score

−37 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

6PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED OPEN CUP OF EMPLOYEE RED BEVERAGE ON REAR PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLOSED LID CONTAINERS FOR EMPLOYEE BEVERAGES.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS OR SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED NUMEROUS FLYING INSECTS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS, LANDING ON PREP TABLES, BARBECUE SAUCE CONTAINERS, CONDIMENTS, ETC. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANTIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED

Basic (6)

−12 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT COVERED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL BULK CONTAINERS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED INADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED VENTILATION FAN NOT OPERABLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGERS. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.

Base deductions−37 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Mar 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
OBSERVED A FEW BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS. MUST LABEL AND MAINTAIN BULK STORGAE CONTAINERS WITH PRODUCTS NAME.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE BASE BOARD BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED THE FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE THE FRYERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE WALK IN FREEZER WITH ICE BUILD AROUND THE CONDENCES. MUST DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−11 pts

Nov 24

Canvass InspectionPass

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/PREP AREA ABOVE THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FLOOR NEED CLEANING UNDERNEATH POP CRATES TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
MUST CLEAN THE FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND/OR DUST.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY HAS NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−10 pts

Mar 24

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 THE FRONT PREP COOLER WITH AN IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 52.7F, SAID COOLER HOLD TCS FOODS SUCH AS COOKED GROUND BEEF AND STEAK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER NOT TO USE UNTIL IT HOLD THE PROPER TEMP OF 41F OR BELOW. COOLER TAGGED/ HELD FOR INSPECTION. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-38-005.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED VARIOUS TCS FOODS INSIDE THE FRONT PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER INTERIOR COLD HOLDING TEMPS: 3lbs OF COOKED GROUND BEEF AT 54.6F, 3LBS OF COOKED STEAK AT 55.7F AND 3LBS OF ITALIAN BEEF AT 55.4F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE TOTAL WEIGHT 9LBS AT $250. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
OBSERVER WIPING CLOTHES LAYING ON THE COUNTER TOPS AND PREP STATIONS. INSTRUCED TO PROPERLY STORE WHEN NOT IN USE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN THE SHELVING UNDER THE FLAT TOP GRILL TO REMOVE GREASE. ALSO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A SMALL GARBAGE CAN WITH A LID IN THE WASHROOMS AS REQUIRED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN THE WALL AND FLOORS THROUGH REAR STORAGE / DISH WASHING AREA.

Base deductions−23 pts

Oct 23

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 Med5 Basic

6 total

85/100inspection score

−15 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
FOUND INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOOD. COOKED GROUND BEEF AT 50.9F AND SHAVED ITALIAN BEEF AT 49.5F IN TWO DOOR COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND MAINTAIN TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES DISCARDED 11LBS VALUED AT $26.00 PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED. CORRECTED ON SITE.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS AND OTHER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION UNITS WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
THE UTILITY SINK IS CLOGGED WITH WATER; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT SO THAT SINK FLOWS FREELY. OBSERVED A SEWER GAS SMELL FROM ONE FLOOR DRAIN BY THE SODA SYRUP DISPENSERS; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE DRAIN SERVICED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. CERTIFICATES MUST BE ON SITE FOR REVIEW.

Base deductions−15 pts

Aug 22

Complaint InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED TOLIET IN DISREPAIR INSIDE RESTROOM ON LEFT. TOLIET DOES NOT FLUSH.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FOUND SMALL, DEAD INSECTS ON WALL ALONG DINING ROOM. OPERATOE CLEANED DURING INSPECTION.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGERS.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jun 22

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED TOLIET IN DISREPAIR INSIDE RESTROOM ON LEFT. TOLIET DOES NOT FLUSH.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGERS.

Base deductions−4 pts

Jun 22

Complaint InspectionFail

1 High2 Med4 Basic

7 total

72/100inspection score

−28 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

18PROPER COOKING TIME & TEMPERATURES−10
OBSERVED GYRO MEAT (LAMB) ON SPIT AND EXPOSED TO AMBIENT ROOM TEMPERATURE, WITHOUT HEAT ON. LAMB FOUND @54.1F. INSTRUCTED ONCE TCS FOODS ARE ON THE SPIT (VERTICAL BROILER) THE HEAT MUST BE ON CONTINUOUSLY. COOKING PROCESS MUST BE CONTINUOUS AND NOT INTERMITTEN, AND NO LONGER THAN 4 HOURS. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED GYRO MEAT DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATIONI 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

21PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN PREP AREA. FOUND LAMB @54.1F ON THE SPIT, AND CHICKEN @ 89.6F IN A PAN ON A SHELF. INSTRUCTED MUST KEEP ALL HOT FOODS @135F OR HIGHER AT ALL TIMES. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED DENATURED FOODS DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. SEE ABOVE VIOLATION 3-501.16(A:1) FOR CITATION.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOORS, UNDER EQUIPMENT, AND ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. MUST CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE TO ELIMINATE PEST ISSUE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA IS HEAVILY SOILED. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED TOLIET IN DISREPAIR INSIDE RESTROOM ON LEFT. TOLIET DOES NOT FLUSH. OBSERVED HANDLE ON TOLIET BROKEN IN RESTROOM ON RIGHT. OBSERVED MINOR LEAK UNDER BASIN OF HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. MUST MAKE ALL PLUMBING REPAIRS. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGERS.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 2510860, DATED 6/7/21. MUST CORRECT THE FOLLOWING CORE VIOLATIONS: #49 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR AREA AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS STORING CORN MEAL, LEMON PEPPER ETC. #55 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−28 pts

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Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

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