What is Raffi's Locale Italian Cucina Inc's health inspection score?

Raffi's Locale Italian Cucina Inc has a SafeDine safety score of 93 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Raffi's Locale Italian Cucina Inc last inspected?

Raffi's Locale Italian Cucina Inc was last inspected on January 14, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Raffi's Locale Italian Cucina Inc have?

Raffi's Locale Italian Cucina Inc has 18 total violations across 13 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Raffi's Locale Italian Cucina Inc safe to eat at?

Yes, Raffi's Locale Italian Cucina Inc has an excellent safety record with a score of 93/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Raffi's Locale Italian Cucina Inc serve?

Raffi's Locale Italian Cucina Inc serves Italian cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Raffi's Locale Italian Cucina Inc

Name: Raffi's Locale Italian Cucina Inc
Address: 7547 W IRVING PARK RD, Chicago, 60634
Rating: 93

7547 W IRVING PARK RD, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/14/2026

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0Excellent

Italian•Chicago

Ranked #961 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 93% of italian restaurants

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10 inspections

Last: Jan 14, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

50%

Clean Rate

1.8

Avg Violations

3 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Other violationHigh Priority

Regulatory compliance issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Food labeling

Food not properly labeled or dated

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-7

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-5 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-9 pts

Latest

100% weight

100

2nd

60% weight

100

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

7547 W IRVING PARK RD, Chicago, IL 60634

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Violation Timeline

Oct 2022

1 inspections

Oct

Jun 2023

2 inspections

3 basic

May 2024

1 inspections

May

Jun 2024

2 inspections

2 high priority

2 intermediate

4 basic

Jul 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

2 basic

Jul

Dec 2025

1 inspections

Jan 2026

2 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Jan

Inspection History

10 records on file

4 Complaint2 Non-Inspection2 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection1 Short Form Complaint

Jan 26

Complaint InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

1 High2 Basic

3 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

14REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION−10
OBSERVED FRESH CLAMS IN CONTAINER WITHOUT SHELLSTOCK TAG ATTACHED IN PREP COOLER. SHELLSTOCK tags or labels shall remain attached to the container in which the SHELLSTOCK are received until the container is empty. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 5 LBS AT A COST OF $50.00. EMPLOYEE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED GREASE SPLATTERS ON WALL RIGHT NEXT TO FRYERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED PAINT CHIPPING ON WALL RIGHT NEXT TO FRYERS. MUST REPAIR.

Base deductions−14 pts

Jan 26

Complaint InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Dec 25

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jul 25

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High1 Med2 Basic

4 total

81/100inspection score

−19 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SURFACES.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

23PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION−5
OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOODS (VARIOUS COOKED PASTAS, LASAGNA, COOKED SAUSAGE, COOKED BROCCOLI, ) IN KITCHEN 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR NOT LABELED TO INDICATE THE PRODUCT'S NAME AND DATE BY WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE SOLD, DISCARDED, OR CONSUMED WITHIN 7 DAYS OF PREPARATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR DATE MARKING AND DISCARD DATE FOR REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS PLACED IN ALL COLD-HOLDING UNITS. PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROX. 120 LBS VALUED AT $1000 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED

Basic (2)

−4 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
NOTED WHITE AND BLUE STRIPPED CLOTHS STORED IN COOLER ON TOP OF COOKED PASTA AS COVERING. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER LIDS OR FOOD GRADE PLASTIC.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NOTED ALL CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN WITH DEEP CUTS AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND RESTORE TO A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE BY SANDING AND RESEALING.

Base deductions−19 pts

Jun 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-602.13--OBSERVED MINOR GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE OF COOKING FRYERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−2 pts

Jun 24

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High2 Med3 Basic

7 total

64/100inspection score

−36 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

14REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION−10
OBSERVED FRESH MUSSELS IN CONTAINER WITHOUT SHELLSTOCK TAG ATTACHED IN PREP COOLER. SHELLSTOCK tags or labels shall remain attached to the container in which the SHELLSTOCK are received until the container is empty. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 5 LBS AT A COST OF $30.00. EMPLOYEE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
33PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL−10
OBSERVED IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF REFRIGERATOR IN REAR AT 49F. PROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF A COLD HOLDING UNIT MUST BE AT 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED MEAT SAUCE AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE AT 46F INSIDE OF REFRIGERATOR. ALSO OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE SUCH AS LASAGNA AND SHELLED EGGS RANGING FROM 46-52F. TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW INSIDE OF A COLD HOLDING UNIT. FOOD DISCARDED VOLUNTARILY. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS AT A COST OF $200.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED OVER 15 RAT DROPPINGS ALONG WALL IN REAR HALLWAY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND ELIMINATE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(a). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED WATER BACKUP INSIDE OF TWO COMPARTMENTS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK(BAR AREA) WHEN WATER IS RUNNING. MUST REPAIR AND PROVIDE A 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MINOR GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE OF COOKING FRYERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL LOCATED IN REAR HALLWAY(LEFT SIDE). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

Base deductions−36 pts

May 24

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jun 23

Complaint InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE KITCHEN 2 DOOR PREP LINE COOLER DIRECTLY ACROSS THE PREP TABLE.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET AND TO MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT MANUAL SINK DRAIN STOPPER LEVER UNDERNEATH THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR MAIN KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND TO MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE REAR HOT WATER HEATER ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENT OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING. NO MILK CRATES TO BE USED FOR ELEVATING STOCK ITEMS.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jun 23

Complaint InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Oct 22

Short Form Complaint InspectionCleanPass

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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