What is Honey Bear Restaurant's health inspection score?

Honey Bear Restaurant has a SafeDine safety score of 78 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Honey Bear Restaurant last inspected?

Honey Bear Restaurant was last inspected on March 13, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Honey Bear Restaurant have?

Honey Bear Restaurant has 42 total violations across 23 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Honey Bear Restaurant safe to eat at?

Honey Bear Restaurant has a good safety record with a score of 78/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Honey Bear Restaurant serve?

Honey Bear Restaurant serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Honey Bear Restaurant

Name: Honey Bear Restaurant
Address: 7036 N CLARK ST, Chicago, 60626
Rating: 78

7036 N CLARK ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/13/2026

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0Good

American•Rogers Park

Ranked #96 of 202 in Rogers ParkBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Declining

9 inspections

Last: Mar 13, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

Clean Rate

4.7

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-19

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

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 81/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (78/100) 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

7036 N CLARK ST, Chicago, IL 60626

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Violation Timeline

Sep 2024

2 inspections

13 basic

Sep

May 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

4 basic

Jul 2025

3 inspections

2 intermediate

13 basic

Jul

Nov 2025

2 inspections

3 intermediate

3 basic

Mar 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 intermediate

Mar

Inspection History

9 records on file

3 Complaint4 Complaint Re-Inspection1 Short Form Complaint1 Canvass

Mar 26

Complaint InspectionLatestPass

1 High2 Med

3 total1 risk factor

75/100inspection score

−20 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLERisk Factor−10

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−5

Base deductions−20 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Nov 25

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Med

1 total

95/100inspection score

−5 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED DEAD COCKROACH ACTIVITY THROUGHOUT PREMISES IN CORNERS, BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT, ON WALLS, FLOORS, AND IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ALSO, OBSERVED DEAD FLYING INSECTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES IN CORNERS AND IN BASEMENT.

Base deductions−5 pts

Nov 25

Short Form Complaint InspectionFail

2 Med3 Basic

5 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED DEAD COCKROACH ACTIVITY THROUGHOUT PREMISES IN CORNERS, BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT, ON WALLS, FLOORS, AND IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ALSO, OBSERVED DEAD FLYING INSECTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES IN CORNERS AND IN BASEMENT.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED LIVE PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5 LIVE ROACHES ON PREMISES IN BASEMENT IN LOCKERS, ON WALL AND IN MAIN PREP AREA BEHIND HOT COOKING EQUIPMENT. PRIORTIY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED GREASE ON GREASE CONTAINER AND LEAKING FROM GREASE CONTAINER ON GROUND WITH SAND TO CATCH IT ON GROUND NEAR GREASE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE AREA AND WASTE GREASE CONTAINER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP DISH AREA, AROUND DISH MACHINE, PREP TABLES AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY DURING OPERATING HOURS TO MINIMIZE LIVE PEST ACTIVITY ON PRMEISES AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HOLES AND CRACKS IN WALLS, FLOORS, AND CELINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES ESPECIALLY IN BASEMENT, IN UNUSED WALK IN COOLER, THROUGHOUT MAIN PREP AND WAITER AREA. INSTURCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO MINIMIZE/ELIMINATE LIVE PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES.

Base deductions−16 pts

Jul 25

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED AN ICE BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR OF REACH-IN FREEZERS IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5-205.15 OBSERVED SMALL LEAK AT REAR PREP HANDWASHING SINK NEAR EXIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.12 OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP DISH AREA, AROUND DISH MACHINE, PREP TABLES AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jul 25

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionNo Entry

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 4 LIVE ROACHES ON SITE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS, ON WALL AND ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNIT IN PREP AREA NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR, AND IN BASEMENT ON FLOOR NEAR STAIRS. RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(A).

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-602.13 OBSERVED AN ICE BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR OF REACH-IN FREEZERS IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5-205.15 OBSERVED LEAK AT REAR PREP HANDWASHING SINK NEAR EXIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.12 OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP DISH AREA, AROUND DISH MACHINE, PREP TABLES AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−11 pts

Jul 25

Complaint InspectionFail

1 Med7 Basic

8 total

81/100inspection score

−19 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 4 LIVE ROACHES ON SITE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS, ON WALL AND ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNIT IN PREP AREA NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR, AND IN BASEMENT ON FLOOR NEAR STAIRS. RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (7)

−14 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FLOORS IN REAR DISHWASHE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-101.17 OBSERVED RAW WOOD SURFACE ABOVE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED AN ICE BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR OF REACH-IN FREEZERS IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED SMALL LEAK AT REAR PREP HANDWASHING SINK NEAR EXIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP DISH AREA, AROUND DISH MACHINE, PREP TABLES AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES UNDER HNADWASHING SINK WITH STANDING WATER NEAR COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND MINIMIZE WATER ACTIVITY TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11 OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES UNDER THE DISHWASHER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−19 pts

May 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med4 Basic

5 total

87/100inspection score

−13 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 6 DEAD COCKROACHES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: UNDER DISHWASHER, AND IN BASEMENT IN CORNERS NEAR REACH IN FREEZERS, BELOW WINDOWS, AND NEAR MOP STORAGE AREA.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
OBSERVED PLATES IN MULTIPLE LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT FACILITY NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT PLATES AFTER SANITIZING AND AIR DRYING.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RAW WOOD SURFACE ABOVE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES UNDER THE DISHWASHER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−13 pts

Sep 24

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

6 Basic

6 total

88/100inspection score

−12 pts

Basic (6)

−12 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
OBSERVED EMPLOYEES WITH BEARD AND WITHOUT A BEARD RESTRAINT IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BEARD RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS WITH BEARDS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
ADDITIONAL STOPPERS IS REQUIRED FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
ADDITIONAL WATER FLOW IS REQUIRED AT HANDWASHING SINK REAR PREP/DISHROOM.REPAIR ISSUE
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
DEBRIS AND ITEMS UNDER THE LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
CRACKED PROTECTIVE LIGHT SHIELD IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREA.REPLACE

Base deductions−12 pts

Sep 24

Complaint InspectionFail

7 Basic

7 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

Basic (7)

−14 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
OBSERVED EMPLOYEES WITH BEARD AND WITHOUT A BEARD RESTRAINT IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BEARD RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS WITH BEARDS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
ADDITIONAL STOPPERS IS REQUIRED FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
ADDITIONAL WATER FLOW IS REQUIRED AT HANDWASHING SINK REAR PREP/DISHROOM.REPAIR ISSUE
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINERS IN THE ALLEY OVERFLOWING WITH BLACK GARBAGE BAGS.LID NOT CLOSED. BEES AND FLIES FLYING AROUND IN AND OUT SAID CONTAINER.LID MUST BE TIGHT FITTED TO CONTAINERS TO MINIMIZE INSECT AND RODENT ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FUNDATION:7-38-020(B),CITATION ISSUED
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
DEBRIS AND ITEMS UNDER THE LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
CRACKED PROTECTIVE LIGHT SHIELD IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREA.REPLACE

Base deductions−14 pts

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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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