What is Nando's Peri-peri's health inspection score?

Nando's Peri-peri has a SafeDine safety score of 80 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Nando's Peri-peri last inspected?

Nando's Peri-peri was last inspected on May 11, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Nando's Peri-peri have?

Nando's Peri-peri has 21 total violations across 1 inspection on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Nando's Peri-peri safe to eat at?

Nando's Peri-peri has a good safety record with a score of 80/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Nando's Peri-peri serve?

Nando's Peri-peri serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Nando's Peri-peri

Name: Nando's Peri-peri
Address: 227 E ONTARIO ST, Chicago, 60611
Rating: 80

227 E ONTARIO ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 5/11/2026

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0Good

American•Streeterville

Ranked #400 of 713 in StreetervilleBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Declining

6 inspections

Last: May 11, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

3.5

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Employee illnessHigh Priority

Sick employee handling food — illness transmission risk

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-16

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-11 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-1 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-6 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 84/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (80/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

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.

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227 E ONTARIO ST, Chicago, IL 60611

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Violation Timeline

Jun 2023

2 inspections

2 intermediate

6 basic

Jun

Apr 2024

1 inspections

4 basic

Jan 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

3 basic

Jan

Jan 2026

1 inspections

1 basic

May 2026

1 inspections

4 intermediate

May

Inspection History

6 records on file

2 Complaint3 Canvass1 Complaint Re-Inspection

May 26

Complaint InspectionLatestPass

4 Med

4 total

80/100inspection score

−20 pts

Intermediate (4)

−20 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−5
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−5
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5

Base deductions−20 pts

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE HAS EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE UPDATED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES.

Base deductions−2 pts

Jan 25

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High3 Basic

4 total1 risk factor

79/100inspection score

−16 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. SUPPLIES MUST INCLUDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER THAT ELIMINATES NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP SUPPLIES TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED SODA CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT IN WALK IN FREEZER AREA MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH LIDS NOT CLOSED AND EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF TRASH BAGS ON FLOOR OUTSIDE OF DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OUTSIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN DRY STORAGE DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−16 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DUST ACCUMALATION ON WALL WHERE ICE MACHINE WAS REMOVED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED WATER LEAK IN REAR STORAGE AREA, NEAR SODA STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED MISSING PROTECTIVE SHIELD IN REAR PREP NEAR WATER HEATER, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB IN REAR STORAGE NEAR WATER HEATER, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULBS AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−8 pts

Jun 23

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED BURNED OUT BULBS IN MIDDLE AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED 1 OF 2 ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFCATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AS REQUIRED.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jun 23

Complaint InspectionFail

2 Med3 Basic

5 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROXIMALTELY 35 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLYING THROUGHOUT CUSTOMER DINING ROOM ON CHAIRS, REAR STORAGE ON ALL COARDBOARD BOXES, WALLS, SURFACES OF WATER SOFTENER, EMPLOYEE LOCKERS AND REAR PREP AREA WHERE CHICKEN IS PREPARED ON PREP TABLES AND OVEN HANDLES. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE AND ELMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED BURNED OUT BULBS IN MIDDLE AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED 1 OF 2 ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFCATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AS REQUIRED.

Base deductions−16 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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