What is Idof Fresh Mediterranean's health inspection score?

Idof Fresh Mediterranean has a SafeDine safety score of 87 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Idof Fresh Mediterranean last inspected?

Idof Fresh Mediterranean was last inspected on January 15, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Idof Fresh Mediterranean have?

Idof Fresh Mediterranean has 13 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Idof Fresh Mediterranean safe to eat at?

Yes, Idof Fresh Mediterranean has an excellent safety record with a score of 87/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Idof Fresh Mediterranean serve?

Idof Fresh Mediterranean serves Mediterranean cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Idof Fresh Mediterranean

Name: Idof Fresh Mediterranean
Address: 555 W MONROE ST, Chicago, 60661
Rating: 87

555 W MONROE ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/15/2026

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0Excellent

Mediterranean•West Loop

Ranked #299 of 1000 in West LoopBetter than 89% of mediterranean restaurants

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5 inspections

Last: Jan 15, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

2.6

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-13

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-6 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-6 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-12 pts

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.

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555 W MONROE ST, Chicago, IL 60661

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Violation Timeline

Jun 2022

1 inspections

3 basic

Jun

May 2023

1 inspections

3 basic

Apr 2024

1 inspections

1 basic

Apr

Mar 2025

1 inspections

1 basic

Jan 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

4 basic

Jan

Inspection History

5 records on file

5 Canvass

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 High4 Basic

5 total

82/100inspection score

−18 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

33PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL−10
OBSERVED COOKED TCS FOOD (CHICKPEA SALAD) COOLING WHILE COVERED BY FOOD CONTAINER LID IN THE REAR UPRIGHT 1-DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE TCS FOOD ITEMS LOOSELY COVERED OR UNCOVERED (IF PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION) WHILE COOLING TO FACILITATE HEAT TRANSFER AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL USED AS A MAKESHIFT SPLASH CATCH FOR UTILITY AREA CONDENSATE WATER DISCHARGE PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL AND REPLACE WITH CLEANABLE FIXTURE AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES EASILY CLEANABLE.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED ALUMINIM FOIL USED AS MAKESHIFE GREASE DRIP CATCH AT THE MAIN COOK LINE VENTILATION HOOD SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL AND REPLACE WITH APPROVED VENTILATION HOOD SYSTEM GREASE DRIP CATCH TO PREVENT POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION OF FOOD ON SURFACES BELOW VENTILATION HOOD AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED FILTER MISSING AND BUILD UP OF GREASE AND CONDENSATE WATER ALONG SURFACES OF VENTILATION HOOD FILTER AND ADJACENT WALLS AND CEILING TILES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN VENTILATION HOOD SYSTEM OF ADEQUATE SIZE AND CAPACITY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF GREASE ALONG SYSTEM AND ADJACENT SURFACES.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING STAFF ON-SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE(S). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL FOOD HANDLING STAFF WITH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FROM AN APPROVED VENDOR AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−18 pts

Mar 25

Canvass 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
Rusty shelves inside reach-in cooler at front service line, Instructed to replace.

Base deductions−2 pts

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
Employees clothing placed on food containers shelf, instructed to store separately.

Base deductions−2 pts

May 23

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE FAUCET HANDLE WHILE WATER WAS RUNNING IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jun 22

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
FOUND FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINT. ALL PERSONS SHALL WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS, SUCH AS HAIRNETS, BASEBALL CAPS, OR SUN VISORS, WHERE THE HAIR IS COVERED AND CONTAINED. HAIR SPRAY IS NOT ADEQUATE. MUSTACHE OR BEARD RESTRAINTS SHALL BE USED FOR ANY FACIAL HAIR EXCEEDING ONE (1) INCH IN LENGTH.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
FOUND NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
FOUND NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLEGREN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS.

Base deductions−6 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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