What is Jimmy John's's health inspection score?

Jimmy John's has a SafeDine safety score of 79 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Jimmy John's last inspected?

Jimmy John's was last inspected on January 13, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Jimmy John's have?

Jimmy John's has 17 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Jimmy John's safe to eat at?

Jimmy John's has a good safety record with a score of 79/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Jimmy John's serve?

Jimmy John's serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Jimmy John's

Name: Jimmy John's
Address: 3328 N CLARK ST, Chicago, 60657
Rating: 79

3328 N CLARK ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/13/2026

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American•Lakeview

Ranked #509 of 979 in LakeviewBetter than 17% of american restaurants

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5 inspections

Last: Jan 13, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

Clean Rate

3.4

Avg Violations

3 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

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

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-21

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-12 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-7 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-17 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

3328 N CLARK ST, Chicago, IL 60657

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Violation Timeline

Jan 2023

1 inspections

4 basic

Jan

Jan 2024

2 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

2 basic

Jan 2025

1 inspections

3 basic

Jan

Jan 2026

1 inspections

2 high priority

4 basic

Inspection History

5 records on file

4 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

2 High4 Basic

6 total

72/100inspection score

−28 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWEL AT THE HAND-SINK IN THE PREP/DISH AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT PAPER TOWELS MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HAND SINKS AT ALL TIMES. FOOD HANDLER OBTAINED PAPER TOWEL FOR HAND SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN PREP WITH A BUILD-UP OF BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE, DRIPPING ONTO ICE CUBES STORED AT BELOW ICE BIN.ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.PIC STARTED CLEANING ICE MACHINE WHILE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN,SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS (BOXES OF CHIPS) STORED ON THE FLOOR OUTSIDE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS ON TABLETOP ONION CUTTER LOCATED IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS AND CLEAN UNIT AFTER EACH USE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP DISH AREA, AROUND ICE MACHINE, PREP TABLES TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED TOILET ROOM WITH DAMAGED FLOOR TILES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−28 pts

Jan 25

Canvass 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
NOTED CUTTING BOARDS AT FRONT SANDWICH PREP LINE WITH DEEP CUTS. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE TO A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE BY SANDING AND SEALING OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
NOTED FLOORS UNDERNEATH REAR ICE MACHINE, BEHIND FRONT NORTH WALL COOLING UNIT, AND IN BASEMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
NOTED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY BIKES, SCRAP WOOD, BUCKETS, STORM WINDOWS AND DEBRIS. ALL ITEMS THAT ARE KEPT SHOULD BE ON PROPER SHELVING THAT IS NONPOROUS, SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AND A MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jan 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

Base deductions−2 pts

Jan 24

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High1 Med1 Basic

3 total1 risk factor

78/100inspection score

−17 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION AND WHILE TCS FOODS (DELI MEATS, CHEESE, ETC.)WERE BEING PREPARED. INSTRUCTED SUCH A PERSON WITH ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 30 RAT DROPPINGS ON BASEMENT FLOOR AROUND REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REMOVE ALL RAT DROPPINGS BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).

Basic (1)

−2 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

Base deductions−17 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Jan 23

Canvass InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
NO BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE AT WATER LINE AT ICE MACHINE.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VISIBLE AND ACCESSIBLE TO MAINTAINCE.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
BROKEN WHITE FRONT PANEL INSIDE THE ICE BIN OF ICE MACHINE.REPLACE
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OPENINGS ON BRICK WALL BY THE FRONT PREP COUNTER AND BEHIND SELF SERVE SODA MACHINE IN DINING ARE.SEAL, SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL. BROKEN CAULKING AT WALL BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK REMOVE/ RESEAL.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FLOOR DRAIN UNDER ICE MACHINE WITH EXCESS BLACK SLIME.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Base deductions−8 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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