What is San Soo Korean Bbq's health inspection score?

San Soo Korean Bbq has a SafeDine safety score of 92 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was San Soo Korean Bbq last inspected?

San Soo Korean Bbq was last inspected on March 30, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does San Soo Korean Bbq have?

San Soo Korean Bbq has 15 total violations across 9 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is San Soo Korean Bbq safe to eat at?

Yes, San Soo Korean Bbq has an excellent safety record with a score of 92/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does San Soo Korean Bbq serve?

San Soo Korean Bbq serves Korean cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

San Soo Korean Bbq

Name: San Soo Korean Bbq
Address: 401-409 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, 60654
Rating: 92

401-409 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/30/2026

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0Excellent

Korean•River North

Ranked #56 of 547 in River NorthBetter than 95% of korean restaurants

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8 inspections

Last: Mar 30, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

50%

Clean Rate

1.9

Avg Violations

This month

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

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-10

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-8 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-1 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-8 pts

Latest

100% weight

100

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 90/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (92/100) 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

401-409 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, IL 60654

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2022

1 inspections

Aug

Oct 2022

1 inspections

1 high priority

3 basic

Dec 2023

1 inspections

Dec

Jan 2024

1 inspections

1 intermediate

4 basic

Jan 2025

2 inspections

3 basic

Jan

Feb 2026

1 inspections

Mar 2026

1 inspections

3 intermediate

Mar

Inspection History

8 records on file

1 Canvass Re-Inspection4 Non-Inspection3 Canvass

Mar 26

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

3 Med

3 total

85/100inspection score

−15 pts

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−5
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−5
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5

Base deductions−15 pts

Feb 26

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jan 25

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED TWO DRAIN LINES DRAINING INTO REAR BAR HANDWASHING SINK ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE DRAIN LINES TO FLOOR DRAIN IN FIRST FLOOR REAR BAR.
52SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED−2
OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP INSTALLED ON THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL GREASE TRAP ON THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT REAR PREP AREA SO THAT IT SHALL BE LOCATED TO BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HOLES IN WALL IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREAS. OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL NEXT TO HANDWASHING SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA(FIRST FLOOR) AND HOLE IN WALL TO THE LEFT OF RINSE SINK WHERE LARGE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE(FIRST FLOOR) IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR HOLES IN WALLS FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jan 25

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jan 24

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 Med4 Basic

5 total

87/100inspection score

−13 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
OBSERVED MENU WITH NO ASTERICK IDENTIFYING WHICH ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE COOKED TO ORDER. INSTRUCTED TO ADD ASTERICK IDENTIFYING ALL ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS WHICH ARE COOKED TO ORDER TO MENU. CORRECTED ON SITE ASTERICK IDENTIFYING WHICH ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE COOKED TO ORDER ADDED TO MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CONTAINERS AND A CRATE USED FOR ELEVATION IN WALK-IN COOLERS UPSTAIRS AND DOWNSTAIRS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD AND NONFOOD ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABLITY.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED CLUTTER IN BASEMENT IN LARGE OPEN UNUSED BAR SEATING AREA AND SMALL STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO DECLUTTER, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE SAID AREAS TO PREVENT AREAS FOR PEST HARBORAGE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP CONDENSOR FAN COVERS IN UPSTAIRS WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN BOTH CONDENSOR FAN COVERS AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−13 pts

Dec 23

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Oct 22

Canvass InspectionPass

1 High3 Basic

4 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK ON PREP LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE ON EXTERIOR OF USED COOKING OIL CAN IN OUTDOOR GARBAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED ONE BURNT OUT LIGHTBULB IN HOOD ABOVE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED 2 CERTIFIED MANAGERS WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES TO COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−16 pts

Aug 22

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

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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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