What is Chengdu Impression Sichuan Cuisine's health inspection score?

Chengdu Impression Sichuan Cuisine has a SafeDine safety score of 77 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Chengdu Impression Sichuan Cuisine last inspected?

Chengdu Impression Sichuan Cuisine was last inspected on June 17, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Chengdu Impression Sichuan Cuisine have?

Chengdu Impression Sichuan Cuisine has 52 total violations across 10 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Chengdu Impression Sichuan Cuisine safe to eat at?

Chengdu Impression Sichuan Cuisine has a good safety record with a score of 77/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Chengdu Impression Sichuan Cuisine serve?

Chengdu Impression Sichuan Cuisine serves Chinese cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Chengdu Impression Sichuan Cuisine

Name: Chengdu Impression Sichuan Cuisine
Address: 1300 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, 60622
Rating: 77

1300 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago

Last inspected 9mo ago

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0Good

Chinese•Wicker Park

Ranked #301 of 579 in Wicker ParkBetter than 57% of chinese restaurants

Declining

10 inspections

Last: Jun 17, 2025

medium confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

20%

Clean Rate

5.2

Avg Violations

10 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Food storage

Food not properly stored or protected

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-23

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-6 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-9 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-7 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-17 pts

Latest

100% weight

100

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

1300 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, IL 60622

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Violation Timeline

Sep 2022

2 inspections

2 high priority

4 intermediate

10 basic

Sep

Jan 2023

2 inspections

4 high priority

14 basic

Feb 2024

1 inspections

5 basic

Feb

Oct 2024

1 inspections

Nov 2024

1 inspections

1 intermediate

Nov

May 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

Jun 2025

2 inspections

2 intermediate

9 basic

Jun

Inspection History

10 records on file

6 Complaint1 Non-Inspection1 Canvass2 Complaint Re-Inspection

Jun 25

Complaint InspectionLatestPass

2 Med9 Basic

11 total

72/100inspection score

−28 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE SUCH AS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,SHAKERS,PLASTIC CONTAINERS,ETC)
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT & SIDE DOORS MAKE TIGHT FITTING.

Basic (9)

−18 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED SEVERAL BAGS OF FOOD STORED IN REAR HALLWAY LEADING TO TOILET ROOM MUST REMOVE AND STORE PROPERLY.MUST ELEVATE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS OFF OF FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP & DISH WASHING ,FRONT STORAGE AREAS AND BASEMENT.
44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON WALK IN COOLER DOOR.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE AND PLACE ON SHELVING UNITS.MUST REMOVE FOIL & CARDBOARD FROM WALLS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT SURFACES.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,ROLLING CARTS,FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,SHELVING UNITS,DISH RACKS,GARBAGE CANS,WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS,COMPRESSOR UNIT & FAN GUARD COVERS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER,MOP SINK CLOSET AND BASEMENT.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.

Base deductions−28 pts

Jun 25

Complaint InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

May 25

Complaint InspectionNo Entry

1 Med

1 total

95/100inspection score

−5 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED INSECT ZAPPER IN FRONT AREA ADJACENT TO DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ZAPPER.

Base deductions−5 pts

Nov 24

Complaint InspectionPass

1 Med

1 total

95/100inspection score

−5 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED INSECT ZAPPER IN FRONT AREA ADJACENT TO DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ZAPPER.

Base deductions−5 pts

Oct 24

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Feb 24

Canvass InspectionPass

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED POTS TOO LARGE FOR ANY DISH SINK OR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CREATE CLEAN PLACE PROCEDURE DOCUMENTS
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CARDBOARD AND FOIL BEING UTILIZED AS SHELVING AND EQUIPMENT LINER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND FOIL AND REPLACE WITH SMOOTH, NON-ABSORBENT, EASILY CLEANABLE MATERIAL.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A BUILD-UP OF DUST AND SOIL ON FANS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP OR CATCH BASIN FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR AROUND SHELVING AND EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.

Base deductions−10 pts

Jan 23

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

6 Basic

6 total

88/100inspection score

−12 pts

Basic (6)

−12 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
3-307.11 OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED DIRECTLY IN ICE BIN. INSTRUCTED TO STORE OUTSIDE OF ICE TO AVOID CONTAMINATION.
44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
4-903.11 (A; B;D) OBSERVED CLEAN AND SOILED LINES STORED IN A PILE ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO STORE OFF FLOOR TO ALLOW FOR CLEANING.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5-205.15 OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINS SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN GOOD CONDITION.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
4-202.18 OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-202.11 OBSERVED ONE LIGHTBULB IN THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT PROTECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-303.11 OBSERVED 3 OUT OF 4 LIGHTBULBS IN HOOD ABOVE COOK LINE ARE BURNED OUT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

Base deductions−12 pts

Jan 23

Complaint InspectionFail

4 High8 Basic

12 total2 risk factors

34/100inspection score

−56 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS ITEMS SUCH AS CHICKEN AND BEEF WERE PREPARED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING A CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE AND KIT ON SITE AT THE INSPECTION FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA. LEFT ONE PAGER AND INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN PROCEDURE AND KIT WITH ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES, INCLUDING A SANITIZER RATED AS EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP AREA BLOCKED BY CHAIR HOLDING CONTAINER OF VEGETABLES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS OPEN AND ACCESSIBLE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE REAR DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN PAPER TOWELS AT ALL EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION COMBINED WITH THE ABOVE VIOLATION.

Basic (8)

−16 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED DIRECTLY IN ICE BIN. INSTRUCTED TO STORE OUTSIDE OF ICE TO AVOID CONTAMINATION.
44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
OBSERVED CLEAN AND SOILED LINES STORED IN A PILE ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO STORE OFF FLOOR TO ALLOW FOR CLEANING.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINS SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN GOOD CONDITION.
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED DUMPSTER IN ALLEY WITH LID UNABLE TO BE CLOSED DUE TO EXCESSIVE TRASH AND TRASH ON GROUND AROUND DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN OUTDOOR GARBAGE AREA SO THAT DUMPSTERS CAN BE CLOSED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED ONE LIGHTBULB IN THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT PROTECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED 3 OUT OF 4 LIGHTBULBS IN HOOD ABOVE COOK LINE ARE BURNED OUT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
61SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC−2
OBSERVED NO SUMMARY POSTED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION #2564225 DATED 9/23/2022. LEFT NEW SUMMARY AND INSTRUCTED TO POST FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−56 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Sep 22

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE BUILD UP AND IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−2 pts

Sep 22

Complaint InspectionFail

2 High4 Med9 Basic

15 total

42/100inspection score

−58 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HAND SIGNAGE AT THE HAND SINK IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA AND THE HAND SINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WITH A BUILD-UP OF BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE, DRIPPING ONTO ICE CUBES STORED AT BELOW ICE BIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED

Intermediate (4)

−20 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEM INSIDE THE FOOD PREP COOLER TO BE IMPROPER: SHRIMP 48.9F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 1/2 LB OF PRODUCTS WORTH $10.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
35APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED−5
OBSERVED FACILITY NOT MEETING THAWING REQUIREMENTS. FOOD HANDLER THAWING FROZEN CHICKEN AND PORK NEAR THE DISH MACHINE IN A TUB. INFORMED FOOD HANDLER OF PROPER THAWING METHODS ( MUST UTILIZE RUNNING WATER WITH ENOUGH VOLATILITY WHEN THAWING). MUST MEET PROPER THAWING REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTAIN.
36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE TO MONITOR THE INTERNAL FOOD TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOOD (RICE, EGGS, BEEF) COOKED, DELIVERED AND SERVED. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED NO CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND OPERATOR MUST PROVIDE AT LEAST 2 PEST INSPECTIONS A YEAR AND THE REPORTS MUST BE MAINTAINED IN THE LOG BOOK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AND PEST INSPECTION REPORTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (9)

−18 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FOOD PREP EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED FROZEN CHICKEN STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE CHEST FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND CONTAINERS ONLY.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE BUILD UP AND IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED A BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB LOCATED IN THE WOMEN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
SEE VIOLATION 60.
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.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
OBSERVED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2535048 CONDUCTED ON 10/20/21. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (#58) 2-102.18: NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST BE CERTIFIED WITH NAMES OF EMPLOYEES ON PREMISES. CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−58 pts

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Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

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