What is Clark EL Ranchito Corp's health inspection score?

Clark EL Ranchito Corp has a SafeDine safety score of 88 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Clark EL Ranchito Corp last inspected?

Clark EL Ranchito Corp was last inspected on October 8, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Clark EL Ranchito Corp have?

Clark EL Ranchito Corp has 43 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Clark EL Ranchito Corp safe to eat at?

Yes, Clark EL Ranchito Corp has an excellent safety record with a score of 88/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

Official Health Record

Clark EL Ranchito Corp

Name: Clark EL Ranchito Corp
Address: 4651 N CLARK ST, Chicago, 60640
Rating: 88

4651 N CLARK ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 10/8/2025

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0Excellent

Uptown

Ranked #99 of 747 in Uptown

Stable

7 inspections

Last: Oct 8, 2025

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

6.1

Avg Violations

6 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-12

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-2 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-9 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

4651 N CLARK ST, Chicago, IL 60640

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Violation Timeline

Jun 2022

1 inspections

6 basic

Jun

Aug 2022

1 inspections

5 basic

Apr 2023

1 inspections

3 high priority

8 basic

Apr

Aug 2024

2 inspections

1 high priority

3 intermediate

6 basic

Jun 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

6 basic

Jun

Oct 2025

1 inspections

4 basic

Inspection History

7 records on file

4 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection1 Short Form Complaint1 Complaint

Oct 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

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 CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SCRATHES AND STAINS IN THE REAR PREP AREA ON THE OTHER SIDE OF STEAM TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR RESURFACE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED LOW WATER PRESSURE FOR THE HOT WATER IN THE WOMENS CUSTOMER RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND POOLS OF WATER FROM FLOORS UNDERNEATH COOKING AND COOLING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2619273 DATED 6/17/2025; VIOLATION #58 (2-102.13) "OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE UP TO DATE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS." INSTRUCTED TO RENEW ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO MANAGERS AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. PRIORTIY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−8 pts

Jun 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med6 Basic

7 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED BACK DOOR CRACKED OPEN AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ALL DOORS CLOSED AND TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED DICED TOMATOES STORED DIRECTLY IN CONTACT WITH ICE INSIDE OF PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT NOT TO STORE FOOD ITEMS IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH ICE.
39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED DISH RACKS, POTS, SKILLETS, AND PANS STORED ON THE FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DISH RACKS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF FOOD RESIDUE IN ALL REACH-IN COOLERS, AND DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE FAN GUARDS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FAN GUARDS AND IN BETWEEN GASKETS AND INTERIORS OF ALL REACH-IN COOLERS.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED INSUFFICIENT LIGHTING IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW AND PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE UP TO DATE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.

Base deductions−17 pts

Aug 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO REGROUT FLOOR TILES WITH DEEP SEAMS IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA (BY THE DISHMACHINE AND BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK)
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.114 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REORGANIZE AND REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNUSED ITEMS STORED IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AND IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.

Base deductions−6 pts

Aug 24

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High3 Med3 Basic

7 total1 risk factor

64/100inspection score

−31 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

23PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION−5
OBSERVED NO LABEL AND DATE ON READY TO EAT FOOD (COOKED CHICKEN, COOKED RICE, BEEF, CHICKEN, REFRIED BEANS ETC ) STORED INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND INSIDE PREP COOLER FOR OVER 24 HOURS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A DATE LABEL ON ALL READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS IF STORED OVER 24 HOURS. MUST IDENTIFY FOOD PRODUCTS SHELF LIFE OR CONSUME BY DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL WEIGHT 50 LBS TOTAL VALUE $ 250.00 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
OBSERVED INCOMPLETE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENUS FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DISCLOSE OR DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING SENTENCE BEFORE THE REMINDER STATEMENT: "THESE FOODS ARE COOKED TO ORDER." CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER COOKED MEATS, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH OR EGGS MAY INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS INCLUDING INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON GROUND UNDER AND AROUND GARBAGE DUMPSTER IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REORGANIZE AND REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNUSED ITEMS STORED IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AND IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2574364 ISSUED ON 04-17-2023 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED #10 - OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK, LOCATED IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS AND MAINTAIN THEM #39 - OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS. #47 - OBSERVED RUSTED STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND THE TWO-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST AND ENSURE SURFACES WERE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. #47 - OBSERVED MULTIPLE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SCRATCHES AND STAINS IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESURFACE/REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN THEM. #49 - OBSERVE

Base deductions−31 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Apr 23

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

3 High8 Basic

11 total

54/100inspection score

−46 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK, LOCATED IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS AND MAINTAIN THEM.
14REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION−10
OBSERVED NO SHELLSTOCK TAG ATTACHED TO CONTAINER OF OYSTERS, LOCATED IN REAR WALK-IN COOLER, AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INFORMED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT THE SHELLFISH SHELLSTOCK TAG MUST REMAIN ATTACHED TO THE CONTAINER UNTIL THE CONTAINER IS EMPTY. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN TAGS FOR 90 DAYS ON PREMISES. THE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 10 LB AT A VALUE OF $40. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION # 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
15FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED−10
OBSERVED RAW SHRIMP BEING STORED ABOVE COOKED AND READY-TO-EAT VEGETABLES INSIDE A TWO-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER LOCATED IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE ALWAYS TO STORE COOKED AND READY-TO-EAT FOODS ABOVE THE UNCOOKED (RAW) FOODS. FOOD MUST ALSO BE COVERED AND PROTECTED. THE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 30 LBS AT A VALUE OF $120. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (8)

−16 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTED STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND THE TWO-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST AND ENSURE SURFACES WERE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED MULTIPLE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SCRATCHES AND STAINS IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESURFACE/REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN THEM.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES)
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MULTIPLE HOLES IN CEILING PANELS LOCATED IN THE FRONT DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR CEILING PANELS AND MAINTAIN THEM.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED MULTIPLE EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RENEW EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED TWO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS WITH EXPIRED ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RENEW EXPIRED ALLERGEN AWARNESS CERTIFICATES AND MAINTAIN THEM.

Base deductions−46 pts

Aug 22

Short Form Complaint InspectionPass

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
FOUND THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN: EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE, HAND WASH SINKS, HOT/COLD WATER HANDLES WITH ACCUMULATED GRIME BUILD-UP, TABLES AND COUNTERS WITH FOOD BUILD-UP, EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF ALL PREP AREA COOLERS WITH FOOD BUILD-UP, AND BAND SAW INTERIOR WITH FOOD BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
: NO GARBAGE LID PROVIDED AT RECEPTACLES INSIDE THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ITEMS ON THE SECOND FLOOR WITH EXCESS CLUTTER. MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE ALL ITEMS AND ELEVATE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT FLOOR SURFACE IS DAMP WITH STANDING WATER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST KEEP BASEMENT FLOOR DRY/CLEAN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED WALLS OF NORTHSIDE COOKING AREA UNCLEAN WITH DIRT AND BLACK MILDEW-LIKE SUBSTANCE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL WALLS AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Base deductions−10 pts

Jun 22

Complaint InspectionPass

6 Basic

6 total

88/100inspection score

−12 pts

Basic (6)

−12 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
OBSERVED ONE FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
FOUND THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN: EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE, HAND WASH SINKS, HOT/COLD WATER HANDLES WITH ACCUMULATED GRIME BUILD-UP, TABLES AND COUNTERS WITH FOOD BUILD-UP, EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF ALL PREP AREA COOLERS WITH FOOD BUILD-UP, AND BAND SAW INTERIOR WITH FOOD BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
NO GARBAGE LID PROVIDED AT RECEPTACLES INSIDE THE WOMENS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ITEMS ON THE SECOND FLOOR WITH EXCESS CLUTTER. MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE ALL ITEMS AND ELEVATE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
BASEMENT FLOOR SURFACE DAMP WITH STANDING WATER THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST KEEP BASEMENT FLOOR DRY/CLEAN THROUGHOUT.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED WALLS OF NORTHSIDE COOKING AREA UNCLEAN WITH DIRT AND BLACK MILDEW-LIKE SUBSTANCE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL WALLS AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Base deductions−12 pts

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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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