What is Hegewisch Nutrition's health inspection score?

Hegewisch Nutrition has a SafeDine safety score of 76 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Hegewisch Nutrition last inspected?

Hegewisch Nutrition was last inspected on July 9, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Hegewisch Nutrition have?

Hegewisch Nutrition has 15 total violations across 4 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Hegewisch Nutrition safe to eat at?

Hegewisch Nutrition has a good safety record with a score of 76/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Hegewisch Nutrition serve?

Hegewisch Nutrition serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Hegewisch Nutrition

Name: Hegewisch Nutrition
Address: 13320 S BALTIMORE AVE, Chicago, 60633
Rating: 76

13320 S BALTIMORE AVE, Chicago

Last inspected 9mo ago

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0Good

American•Chicago

Ranked #961 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Improving

4 inspections

Last: Jul 9, 2025

medium confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

25%

Clean Rate

3.8

Avg Violations

9 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Employee illnessHigh Priority

Sick employee handling food — illness transmission risk

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-24

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-4 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-6 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-4 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-3 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+21 pts

Latest

100% weight

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

13320 S BALTIMORE AVE, Chicago, IL 60633

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Violation Timeline

Jan 2023

1 inspections

Jan

Feb 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

4 basic

Jul 2025

2 inspections

2 high priority

3 intermediate

5 basic

Jul

Inspection History

4 records on file

1 Canvass Re-Inspection1 Canvass2 License

Jul 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES PROVIDED FOR THE FEMALE AND MALE FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

Base deductions−2 pts

Jul 25

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High3 Med4 Basic

9 total1 risk factor

52/100inspection score

−43 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
2-501.11 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE NOR ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED A SLIGHT BROWNISH SUBSTANCE IN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
4-302.12 OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE TO TAKE TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS (MILK, EGGS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.13 OBSERVED AN INSECT CONTROL DEVICE PLUG INTO AN OUTLET ABOVE A PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE INSECT CONTROL DEVICE AND ONLY ALLOW PEST CONTROL TO INSTALL INSECT CONTROL DEVICES.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR WITH A 1/2 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOOR TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
2-402.11 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA PREPPING SMOOTHIES WITHOUT ADEQUATE HAIR RESTRAINTS SUCH AS A BASEBALL CAP OR HAIRNETS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS AT ALL TIMES.
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
4-502.13 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING RE-USED AS A SHELF LINER IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO NOT RE-USE SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.12 OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ALONG THE WALL AND AROUND THE HOT WATER HEATER IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES PROVIDED FOR THE FEMALE AND MALE FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

Base deductions−43 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Feb 23

License InspectionPass

1 Med4 Basic

5 total

87/100inspection score

−13 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED ALL SINK STOPPERS AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK NOT OPERABLE MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM INTERIOR PARTS OF GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND DUST FROM FLOOR IN REAR MOP SINK AREA AND FURNACE ROOM.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN MOPSINK AND FURNANCE AREAS.

Base deductions−13 pts

Jan 23

License InspectionCleanNot Ready

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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