What is Eto'o's health inspection score?

Eto'o has a SafeDine safety score of 91 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Eto'o last inspected?

Eto'o was last inspected on March 3, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Eto'o have?

Eto'o has 38 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Eto'o safe to eat at?

Yes, Eto'o has an excellent safety record with a score of 91/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Eto'o serve?

Eto'o serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Eto'o

Name: Eto'o
Address: 1373 E 53RD ST, Chicago, 60615
Rating: 91

1373 E 53RD ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/3/2026

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0Excellent

American•Hyde Park

Ranked #29 of 245 in Hyde ParkBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Stable

7 inspections

Last: Mar 3, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

5.4

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-11

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-6 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-3 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 89/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (91/100) 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.

Location

1373 E 53RD ST, Chicago, IL 60615

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Violation Timeline

Nov 2022

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

6 basic

Nov

Dec 2022

1 inspections

4 basic

Oct 2023

1 inspections

2 intermediate

5 basic

Oct

Apr 2024

1 inspections

1 intermediate

7 basic

May 2024

1 inspections

5 basic

May

Feb 2025

1 inspections

2 basic

Mar 2026

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Mar

Inspection History

7 records on file

5 Canvass2 Canvass Re-Inspection

Mar 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR PROPER DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−11 pts

Feb 25

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A HEAVY BUILD UP OF DUST, DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER ON THE WALLS IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA, IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, AND IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL WALLS AND FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ISSUES.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED THE CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITHOUT HIS ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−4 pts

May 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED NO SPLASH GUARD AT THE FRONT HAND WASHING SINK NEXT TO DISHES SITTING ON A METAL RACK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE COLD HOLD UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS ON BOTTOM FLOORS, LININGS AND DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLD UNITS.
52SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED−2
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE, DIRT AND FOOD DBRIS ON AND AROUND BOTH GREASE TRAP ALSO NOTED SMELL COMING FROM THE GREASE TRAPS INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT SERVICE AND HAVE UNITS CLEANED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A HEAVY BUILD UP OF DUST, DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER ON THE WALLS IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA, IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, AND IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL WALLS AND FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ISSUES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF CLUTTER ON THE SHELVING UNITS UNDER THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAR, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.

Base deductions−10 pts

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionFail

1 Med7 Basic

8 total

81/100inspection score

−19 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROX 30 DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALL UNDER STORAGE AREA IN THE HALL LEADING TO THE REAR WHERE THE REST ROOM IS LOCATED. OBSERVED ANOTHER 20 DROPPINGS UNDER THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND HAVE SERVICE PRIOR TO RETURN INSPECTION. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS NEEDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (7)

−14 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED NO SPLASH GUARD AT THE FRONT HAND WASHING SINK NEXT TO DISHES SITTING ON A METAL RACK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CARD BOARD BEING USED A LINER ON SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA. ISTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT HARBORING.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE COLD HOLD UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS ON BOTTOM FLOORS, LININGS AND DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLD UNITS.
52SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED−2
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE, DIRT AND FOOD DBRIS ON AND AROUND BOTH GREASE TRAP ALSO NOTED SMELL COMING FROM THE GREASE TRAPS INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT SERVICE AND HAVE UNITS CLEANED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A HEAVY BUILD UP OF DUST, DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER ON THE WALLS IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA, IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, AND IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL WALLS AND FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ISSUES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF CLUTTER ON THE SHELVING UNITS UNDER THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAR, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS #57 FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE AND #58 FOOD ALLERGEN NOT CORRECTED AS REQUIRED FROM REPORT #2583972 DATE 10/24/23. Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: FOUND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES. Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE MANAGERS OBTAIN VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES. PRIORITY FOUNDTION CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090

Base deductions−19 pts

Oct 23

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Med5 Basic

7 total

80/100inspection score

−20 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
FOUND BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS ON THE BOTTOM OF THE PREP TABLES WITH NO LABELS; INSTRUCTED TO LABEL CONTAINER WITH THE NAME OF THE PRODUCT INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
FOUND DEAD MICE ON A GLUE BOARD IN THE AREA LEADING TO THE WASHROOM ON THE FLOOR BY A STORAGE SHELF; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. CORRECTED ON SITE.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS UNDER PREP TABLES AND MAINTAIN.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
THE WASHROOM DOOR IS NOT SELF CLOSING AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON DOOR.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS AROUND AND UNDER KITCHEN EQUIPMET WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND SINKS AND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPLATTER, COB WEBS AND DUST.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
FOUND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE MANAGERS OBTAIN VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES.

Base deductions−20 pts

Dec 22

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOUND ON WASHROOM DOOR; MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND SINKS IN KITCHEN, COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MOP SINK AREA WHERE NEEDED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING OF THE DINING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPAINT AREA.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
FOUND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES.

Base deductions−8 pts

Nov 22

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High1 Med6 Basic

8 total

73/100inspection score

−27 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
FOUND NO CHEMICAL SANITIZER DISPENSING AT THE LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE AS REQUIRED, 0 PPM OBTAINED; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. MACHINE MUST DISPENSE CHEMICAL SANITIZER AT 100 PPM. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 ISSUED MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MANUALLY WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE IN THE THREE COMP SINK UNTIL MACHINE IS REPAIRED AND A REINSPECTION MADE BY CDPH.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
FOUND EVIDENCE OF MICE ON PREMISES. 60-70 MOUSE DROPPINGS FOUND ON THE FLOOR UNDER STORAGE SHELVES IN THE HALLWAY AREA, ON FLOOR NEXT TO STORAGE CART BY THE ICE MACHINE AND UNDERNEATH THE FRONT COUNTER ON THE SHELF. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
FOUND ALL FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS AT PREP TABLES, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, BACKSPLASH ON REAR OF STOVE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF STOVE, FRYER AND GRILL AND BOTTOM AREA OF FRYER. ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND FRONT COUNTER.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOUND ON WASHROOM DOOR; MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE SHELVES WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND SINKS IN KITCHEN, COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MOP SINK AREA WHERE NEEDED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING OF THE DINING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPAINT AREA.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
FOUND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES.

Base deductions−27 pts

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Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

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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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