What is Stella's Diner's health inspection score?

Stella's Diner has a SafeDine safety score of 59 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Stella's Diner last inspected?

Stella's Diner was last inspected on April 13, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Stella's Diner have?

Stella's Diner has 48 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Stella's Diner safe to eat at?

Stella's Diner has a safety score of 59/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Stella's Diner serve?

Stella's Diner serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Stella's Diner

Name: Stella's Diner
Address: 3042 N BROADWAY, Chicago, 60657
Rating: 59

3042 N BROADWAY, Chicago

Last Inspected: 4/13/2026

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American•Lakeview

Ranked #775 of 997 in LakeviewBetter than 22% of american restaurants

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10 inspections

Last: Apr 13, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

20%

Clean Rate

4.8

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-42

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-26 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-1 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-15 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 58/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (59/100) 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.

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2023

2 inspections

2 high priority

1 intermediate

7 basic

Aug

Jul 2024

2 inspections

1 intermediate

6 basic

Dec 2024

2 inspections

1 intermediate

4 basic

Dec

May 2025

2 inspections

3 intermediate

11 basic

Apr 2026

2 inspections

12 intermediate

Apr

Inspection History

10 records on file

1 Short Form Complaint4 Canvass3 Canvass Re-Inspection1 Complaint Re-Inspection1 Complaint

Apr 26

Short Form Complaint InspectionLatestPass

6 Med

6 total

70/100inspection score

−30 pts

Intermediate (6)

−30 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−5
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−5
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−5
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5

Base deductions−30 pts

Apr 26

Canvass InspectionPass

6 Med

6 total

70/100inspection score

−30 pts

Intermediate (6)

−30 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−5
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−5
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−5
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5

Base deductions−30 pts

May 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTY AND DIRTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS AND FOOD STORAGE SHELVING ON THE BASMENT. MUST CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON-TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND OR REPLACE AND WHEREVER NEEDED.OBSERVED BROKEN RUBBER DOOR GASKET INSIDE CAKE UPRIGHT REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN FRONT DINING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES TO ELEVATE ITEMS. MUST USE APPROVED SHELVING FOR ELEVATION TO STORE ITEMS.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS IN THE FRONT FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REFRIGERATION UNITS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−8 pts

May 25

Canvass InspectionFail

3 Med7 Basic

10 total

71/100inspection score

−29 pts

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
MUST PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 35 RAT DROPPINGS ON SOUTH SIDE OF BASEMENT FLOOR NEAR WATER TANK AND UNDERNEATH STAIRS WELL. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE RAT PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OUTER OPENINGS. OBSERVED A BIG GAP OPENING ON BOTTOM AND SIDE DOOR ON NORTH SIDE OF BUSINESS. MUST MAKE DOOR PROOF TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

Basic (7)

−14 pts

41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF FOOD PREPARATION TABLES IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTY AND DIRTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS AND FOOD STORAGE SHELVING ON THE BASMENT. MUST CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON-TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND OR REPLACE AND WHEREVER NEEDED.OBSERVED BROKEN RUBBER DOOR GASKET INSIDE CAKE UPRIGHT REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN FRONT DINING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES TO ELEVATE ITEMS. MUST USE APPROVED SHELVING FOR ELEVATION TO STORE ITEMS.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED DAMAGED STOPPERS AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS AND MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD, TINT FOIL OR PLASTIC WRAP FOR LINER ON ANY SHELVING OR EQUIPMENT ALL MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS IN THE FRONT FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REFRIGERATION UNITS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−29 pts

Dec 24

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Dec 24

Complaint InspectionFail

1 Med4 Basic

5 total

87/100inspection score

−13 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED OVER 20 RAT DROPPINGS ON BASEMENT FLOOR UNDER THE STAIRS AND 5 RAT DROPPINGS ON STORAGE SHELVES NEXT TO CARDBOARD BOXES AT BASEMENT BY SOUTH WALL. ALSO OBSERVED 2 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE GREASE TRAP AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO THE DISH MACHINE. MUST REMOVE ALL RAT DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE BY DATE OF REINSPECTION AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO TREAT AREAS FOR PESTS AND MAINTAIN FREE OF LIVE COCKROACHES. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS, BOXES, AND BUCKETS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA AND IN THE WALK IN COOLERS (BOTH IN BASEMENT). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED TO LINE FLOOR IN BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER AND SOME SHELVES THROUGHOUT KITCHEN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD AND REPLACE WITH A NON ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE LINER IF NEEDED.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE SIDES OF THE DEEP FRYERS AND THE INTERIOR COMPONENTS TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS, AND SPILLAGE ALONG SIDES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN BOTH DEEP FRYERS AND MAINTAIN FREE OF EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE AND SPILLAGE BUILD UP ON THE FLOOR BELOW THE COOK TOPS, DEEP FRYERS, AND ALONG THE WALLS BEHIND EQUIPMENT IN MAIN KITCHEN/COOK LINE AREA. OBSERVED HEAVY SPILLAGE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR NEXT TO GREASE TRAP OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS FREE OF EXCESSIVE GREASE AND SPILLAGE BUILD UP.

Base deductions−13 pts

Jul 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jul 24

Canvass InspectionFail

1 Med6 Basic

7 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 20 RAT DROPPINGS ON BASEMENT FLOOR AROUND HOT WATER TANK AND 10 RAT DROPPINGS INSIDE CARDBOARD BOX ON SHELF AT BASEMENT BY SOUTH WALL. MUST REMOVE ALL RAT DROPPINGS BY DATE OF REINSPECTION AND MAINTAIN. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).

Basic (6)

−12 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP ON WALK IN COOLER FAN COVERS AND ICE BUILD UP ON REAR OF WALK IN FREEZER CONDENSER. MUST CLEAN WALK IN COOLER/WALK IN FREEZER FAN COVER AND CONDENSER.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
REAR PREP AREA HANDWASH SINK (BY ICE MACHINE) DRAIN PIPE LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN HAND SINK.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON BASEMENT FLOOR AROUND WALK IN COOLERS. MUST KEEP BASEMENT FLOOR DRY.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
BASEMENT FLOOR CLUTTERED AROUND HOT WATER TANK AND REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS OFF BASEMENT FLOOR OR REMOVE ITEMS.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED BURNED OUT CEILING LIGHT BULBS ABOVE DISHMACHINE ROOM. MUST REPLACE WITH WORKING CEILING LIGHT BULBS.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST HAVE UPDATED CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES.

Base deductions−17 pts

Aug 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON ICE MACHINE WATER LINE. MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AND MAKE VISIBLE FOR ICE MACHINE.

Base deductions−2 pts

Aug 23

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High1 Med6 Basic

9 total

63/100inspection score

−37 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

15FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED−10
WE OBSERVED CHEMICAL PLASTIC BUCKET USED FOR FOOD STORAGE(OPEN FLOUR). CONTAINER STORED ON TOP SHELF OF REAR PREP AREA. EMPLOYEE WAS USING THAT FLOUR. MUST USE ONLY FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS TO STORE ANY FOOD PRODUCTS.PRODUCTS DISCARDED AND DENATURED.POUNDS 25,VALUE 14. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.
33PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL−10
FOUND TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AT AIR TEMP OF 57F.TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE THE UNIT:RAW CHICKEN,COOKED RICE,SAUSAGE ETC. UNIT TAGGED "HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE. UNIT MUST MAINTAIN AIR TEMP OF 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: COOKED RICE AT TEMP OF 50.9F; CHICKEN 55.2F; SAUSAGE AT 70F; COOKED VEGGIE 60F; BLUE CHEESE AT 51F. MENTIONED PRODUCTS WERE STORED INSIDE THE TWO DOOR RECH-IN COOLER.COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 41F AND BELOW. PRODUCTS DISCARDED AND DENATURED. POUNDS #100,VALUE $1000. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED WASTE PIPES ABOVE DISPOSABLE MULTI USE ITEMS.INSTRUCTED TO ENCASE SAID PIPE OR RELOCATED ITEMS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MOUNTED ON WALL POTATOES SLICER WITH EXCESS FOOD DEBRIS,CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON ICE MACHINE WATER LINE. MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AND MAKE VISIBLE FOR ICE MACHINE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
CLUTTER UNDER THE STAIRCASE BY THE HOT WATER TANK IN BASEMENT,CLE.AN AND MAINTAIN. REMOVE PLASTIC CRATES FORM FACILITY INCLUDED INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLERS.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANBLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM:12-29-22,REPORT #2569085 #10)6-301.14: NOTED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. #37) 3-302.12: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAMES, INCLUDING BULK FOOD CONTAINERS. #55) 6-501.12: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR AND FLOOR DRAIN ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT AND UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE DISHWASHING AREA. #47)4-201.11: NOTED RUSTY AND DIRTY SHELVES AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON-TOXIC FOOD-GRADE PAINT, AND/OR REPLACE AND WHERE EVER NEEDED. #55) 6-201.17: NOTED DIRTY AND DUSTY CEILING FANS AND WALL BEHIND THE ICE MACHINE AT THE REAR AND FRONT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #56)6-501.14: NOTED DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE, ON PIPES/CONDUITS AND ON EDGES OF THE EXH
61SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC−2
NO PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED ON SITE FROM:12-29-2022,REPORT #2569085. NEW SUMMARY REPORT GIVEN AND POSTED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-42-010(B),CITATION ISSUED

Base deductions−37 pts

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85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

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