What is Cracked ON Milwaukee's health inspection score?

Cracked ON Milwaukee has a SafeDine safety score of 85 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Cracked ON Milwaukee last inspected?

Cracked ON Milwaukee was last inspected on December 4, 2024. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Cracked ON Milwaukee have?

Cracked ON Milwaukee has 16 total violations across 4 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Cracked ON Milwaukee safe to eat at?

Yes, Cracked ON Milwaukee has an excellent safety record with a score of 85/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Cracked ON Milwaukee serve?

Cracked ON Milwaukee serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Cracked ON Milwaukee

Name: Cracked ON Milwaukee
Address: 1359 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, 60622
Rating: 85

1359 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago

Data may be outdated — inspected 12/4/2024

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0Excellent

American•Wicker Park

Ranked #154 of 579 in Wicker ParkBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Improving

4 inspections

Last: Dec 4, 2024

low confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

25%

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

16 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

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-15

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

Freshness Penalty

-12 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+6 pts

100

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

1359 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, IL 60622

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Violation Timeline

May 2022

2 inspections

2 high priority

1 intermediate

9 basic

May

Oct 2023

1 inspections

4 basic

Dec 2024

1 inspections

Dec

Inspection History

4 records on file

3 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection

Dec 24

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Oct 23

Canvass InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED COLD WATER KNOB WITH NO COLD RUNNING WATER AVAILABLE AT THE HANDSINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA AND LOW WATER PRESSURE FOR HOT WATER AT THE DUMP SINK IN THE WAIT STAITION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED WET MOP STORED IN THE BUCKET IN THE REAR UTILITY CLOSET AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HANG MOPS TO ALLOW TO DRY WHEN NOT IN USE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DIRTY FLOOR DRAINS AND DRY FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PREP TABLES UPSTAIRS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED VERY LOW LIGHTING IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SUFFICEINT LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−8 pts

May 22

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED THE HANDSINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISH AREA TO HAVE A LEAK FROM THE FACUET WHEN BOTH HOT AND COLD NOZZLES ARE SHUT OFF. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED A BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB IN THE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE BASEMENT WHERE DRY STORAGE IS STORED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−6 pts

May 22

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High1 Med6 Basic

9 total1 risk factor

58/100inspection score

−37 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS DURING INSPECTION. PRESENTED SERVSAFE CERTIFICATE WITH 09/30/2019 EXAM DATE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED HAND SINK IN REAR FOOD PREP/DISH AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. BASIN WAS FILLED COVERED/BLOCKED WITH A BAKING PAN. INSTRUCTED THAT SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
OBSERVED NO LABELS FOR BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS (FLOUR AND SUGAR) LOCATED UNDER THE PREP TABLE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE ALL BULK AND WORKING FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH CONTENTS NAME.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
OBSERVED MALE FOOD HANDLER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA PREPPING FOOD WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WHILE IN FOOD PREP AREAS AND HANDLING FOOD.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A CHLORINE CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR SANITIZER OR FOR WARE WASHING AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION IN MG/L OF SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED THE HANDSINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISH AREA TO HAVE A LEAK FROM THE FACUET WHEN BOTH HOT AND COLD NOZZLES ARE SHUT OFF. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED A BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB IN THE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE BASEMENT WHERE DRY STORAGE IS STORED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.

Base deductions−37 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 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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