What is Acapulco Cantina Restaurant And Bar's health inspection score?

Acapulco Cantina Restaurant And Bar has a SafeDine safety score of 86 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Acapulco Cantina Restaurant And Bar last inspected?

Acapulco Cantina Restaurant And Bar was last inspected on June 18, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Acapulco Cantina Restaurant And Bar have?

Acapulco Cantina Restaurant And Bar has 13 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Acapulco Cantina Restaurant And Bar safe to eat at?

Yes, Acapulco Cantina Restaurant And Bar has an excellent safety record with a score of 86/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Acapulco Cantina Restaurant And Bar serve?

Acapulco Cantina Restaurant And Bar serves Mexican cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Acapulco Cantina Restaurant And Bar

Name: Acapulco Cantina Restaurant And Bar
Address: 5600 W BELMONT AVE, Chicago, 60634
Rating: 86

5600 W BELMONT AVE, Chicago

Last inspected 9mo ago

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0Excellent

Mexican•Chicago

Ranked #1000 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 80% of mexican restaurants

Stable

6 inspections

Last: Jun 18, 2025

medium confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

33%

Clean Rate

2.2

Avg Violations

10 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Food labeling

Food not properly labeled or dated

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-14

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-6 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-7 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

0 pts

Latest

100% weight

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

5600 W BELMONT AVE, Chicago, IL 60634

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Violation Timeline

Feb 2023

1 inspections

2 high priority

7 basic

Feb

Sep 2024

1 inspections

Dec 2024

1 inspections

1 intermediate

Dec

Jun 2025

3 inspections

3 intermediate

Inspection History

6 records on file

1 Canvass Re-Inspection2 Canvass1 Non-Inspection1 Complaint1 License

Jun 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

1 Med

1 total

95/100inspection score

−5 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12// NOTED DRY INGREDIENTS IN FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE KITCHEN WITH OUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS OF COMMON NAME ON ITEMS REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER.

Base deductions−5 pts

Jun 25

Canvass InspectionFail

2 Med

2 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE/REMINDER ON MENU FOR ALL ANIMAL FOOD PRODUCTS THAT CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED (EX: HAMBURGER, CHEESEBURGER, STEAK, AND MESANO MESO "MIXTURE OF ALL MEATS ON PLATE"). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY ON ALL MENUS. (REFER TO CDPH CONSUMER ADVISORY HANDOUT) PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
NOTED DRY INGREDIENTS IN FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE KITCHEN WITH OUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS OF COMMON NAME ON ITEMS REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER.

Base deductions−10 pts

Jun 25

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Dec 24

Complaint InspectionPass

1 Med

1 total

95/100inspection score

−5 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 1 DEAD COCKROACH UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AT BAR. MUST REMOVE. EMPLOYEE CORRECTED ON SITE AND THREW AWAY DEAD COCKROACH.

Base deductions−5 pts

Sep 24

Canvass InspectionCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Feb 23

License InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High7 Basic

9 total1 risk factor

61/100inspection score

−34 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED PROCEDURE/PLAN AND APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER/SPRAY THAT IS EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.

Basic (7)

−14 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WASHABLE/DURABLE SPLASHGUARDS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE UTILITY MOP SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ICE BIN COVERS FOR ICE BINS WHERE CONSUMABLE ICE WILL BE STORED AT BAR AREA.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SEAMS IN THE PREP LINE COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE BAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF DRIED UP BEVERAGE DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED MISSING END CAPS FOR LIGHT SHIELDS AT LIGHT FIXTURE LOCATED IN THE REAR ICE MACHINE STORAGE AREA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−34 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 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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