What is LA Celia Latin Kitchen's health inspection score?

LA Celia Latin Kitchen has a SafeDine safety score of 96 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was LA Celia Latin Kitchen last inspected?

LA Celia Latin Kitchen was last inspected on October 22, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does LA Celia Latin Kitchen have?

LA Celia Latin Kitchen has 18 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is LA Celia Latin Kitchen safe to eat at?

Yes, LA Celia Latin Kitchen has an excellent safety record with a score of 96/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does LA Celia Latin Kitchen serve?

LA Celia Latin Kitchen serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

LA Celia Latin Kitchen

Name: LA Celia Latin Kitchen
Address: 2890 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, 60618
Rating: 96

2890 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 10/22/2025

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0Excellent

American•North Center

Ranked #49 of 551 in North CenterBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Improving

5 inspections

Last: Oct 22, 2025

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

40%

Clean Rate

3.6

Avg Violations

6 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

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-4

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-1 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+9 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

100

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

2890 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, IL 60618

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Violation Timeline

Jul 2022

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

1 basic

Jul

Aug 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

8 basic

Nov 2024

2 inspections

2 high priority

4 basic

Nov

Oct 2025

1 inspections

Inspection History

5 records on file

4 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection

Oct 25

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Nov 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Nov 24

Canvass InspectionFail

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 HOT WATER AT EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA DUE TO SINK NOT BEING ABLE TO PROVIDE RUNNING WATER UNDER PRESSURE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SINK SO THAT IT IS CAPABLE OF DELIVERING HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER PRESSURE AT AN ACCEPTABLE RANGE BETWEEN 100-120F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF BLACK SLIME IN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE USED TO PRODUCE ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED SLIGHT LEAK COMING FROM PIPE UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED GARBAGE CAN MISSING LID IN REAR FEMALE RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN A GARBAGE CAN WITH TIGHT FITTING LID.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED EXTRA CHAIRS AND TABLES BLOCKING HALLWAY LEADING TO REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS OR REORGANIZE TO ALLOW USE OF REAR EXIT DOOR.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND GRIME INSIDE INTERIOR OF BOTH MICROWAVE OVENS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

Base deductions−28 pts

Aug 23

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med8 Basic

9 total

79/100inspection score

−21 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF BOTTOM OF (NEWLY INSTALLED) REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER.

Basic (8)

−16 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CRACKED SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN WATER FILLER AND HANDSINK INFRONT SERVER STATION.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
(2) TOILET ROOM DOOR (NEXT TO THE PARTY ROOM) MUST BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE NEXT TO THE PARTY ROOM MUST BE COVERED.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVER/LID.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH DUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE (4) WASHROOMS AND ABOVE FRONT COFFEE BAR.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL FLOOR BASEBOARD AND REPLACE MISSING FLOOR BASEBOARD AROUND FRONT COFFEE BAR.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS INSIDE FURNACE ROOM.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING LIGHTBULB INSIDE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
SOME FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CERTIFICATE FOR EACH EMPLOYEE.

Base deductions−21 pts

Jul 22

Canvass InspectionPass

1 High1 Med1 Basic

3 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOUBLE DOORS.MUST PEST PROOF MENTIONED DOOR ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAKS AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−17 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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