What is Poke Burrito's health inspection score?

Poke Burrito has a SafeDine safety score of 98 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Poke Burrito last inspected?

Poke Burrito was last inspected on February 9, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Poke Burrito have?

Poke Burrito has 17 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Poke Burrito safe to eat at?

Yes, Poke Burrito has an excellent safety record with a score of 98/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Poke Burrito serve?

Poke Burrito serves Mexican cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Poke Burrito

Name: Poke Burrito
Address: 423 S DEARBORN ST, Chicago, 60605
Rating: 98

423 S DEARBORN ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 2/9/2026

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0Excellent

Mexican•South Loop

Ranked #25 of 289 in South LoopBetter than 80% of mexican restaurants

Stable

7 inspections

Last: Feb 9, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

29%

Clean Rate

2.4

Avg Violations

2 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Food storage

Food not properly stored or protected

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-2

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+2 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

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

423 S DEARBORN ST, Chicago, IL 60605

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Violation Timeline

Jun 2022

2 inspections

1 high priority

5 intermediate

2 basic

Jun

Apr 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

2 basic

Apr 2024

2 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Apr

Apr 2025

1 inspections

3 basic

Feb 2026

1 inspections

Feb

Inspection History

7 records on file

5 Canvass2 Canvass Re-Inspection

Feb 26

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Apr 25

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

43IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED−2
In-use spoons stored in a cup of water at room temperature, Instructed to store utensils in-use according to health code.
44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
Placing wet utensils on a cloth to dry after washing, Instructed to air dry all utensils.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
Using deli cups as a scoop for bulk foods, Instructed to use proper scoops.

Base deductions−6 pts

Apr 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High2 Basic

3 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
Rear prep area hand wash sink in poor repair, stripped hot water handle, unable to turn on hot water from faucet. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c)

Basic (2)

−4 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
refer to violation #60.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
Previous core violation not corrected from report #2573844 dated on 4-6-23 #51( UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LOCAT), instructed manager to correct violations within given time frame. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090.

Base deductions−14 pts

Apr 23

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med2 Basic

3 total

91/100inspection score

−9 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.13 OBSERVED AN INSECT TRAP HANGING OVER THE UTILITY SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Base deductions−9 pts

Jun 22

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-501.11 OBSERVED HEAVILY RUSTED STORAGE RACKS IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CORROSION RESISTANT, NON-ABSORBENT, EASILY CLEANABLE STORAGE RACKS.

Base deductions−2 pts

Jun 22

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High5 Med1 Basic

7 total

63/100inspection score

−37 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED HOT WATER IN TOILET ROOM REACHING A MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 93 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100 F FOR HAND WASHING. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (5)

−25 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED FISH ON COUNTER AND IN COOLER WITH TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 53- 63 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD TCS FOODS ARE HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 10 POUNDS ($150) OF FISH. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
OBSERVED NO ASTERISK ON MENU TO REMIND CUSTOMERS WHICH FOODS THE CONSUMER ADVISORY IS APPLICABLE TO. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PLACE REMINDER ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED NO FOOD THERMOMETER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOOD THERMOMETER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED INSECT CONTROL DEVICE INSTALLED ABOVE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE DEVICE AND PLACE AWAY FROM FOOD OR FOOD PREP AREAS.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF AT LEAST 2 PEST CONTROL SERVICES WITHIN THE LAST YEAR. PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK LAST SERVICE REPORT DATED 12-4-2019. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROOF OF AT LEAST 2 SERVICES YEARLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (C). CITATION ISSUED

Basic (1)

−2 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED HEAVILY RUSTED STORAGE RACKS IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CORROSION RESISTANT, NON-ABSORBENT, EASILY CLEANABLE STORAGE RACKS.

Base deductions−37 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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