What is Bust Outs's health inspection score?

Bust Outs has a SafeDine safety score of 91 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Bust Outs last inspected?

Bust Outs was last inspected on March 4, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Bust Outs have?

Bust Outs has 15 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Bust Outs safe to eat at?

Yes, Bust Outs has an excellent safety record with a score of 91/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Bust Outs serve?

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

Official Health Record

Bust Outs

Name: Bust Outs
Address: 5200 N ELSTON AVE, Chicago, 60630
Rating: 91

5200 N ELSTON AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/4/2026

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0Excellent

American•Chicago

Ranked #436 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Improving

6 inspections

Last: Mar 4, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

33%

Clean Rate

2.5

Avg Violations

3 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-9

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-2 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-4 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+6 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.

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Violation Timeline

Apr 2023

2 inspections

6 basic

Apr

Apr 2024

1 inspections

2 basic

Mar 2025

1 inspections

Mar

Jan 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

4 basic

Mar 2026

1 inspections

1 basic

Mar

Inspection History

6 records on file

1 Canvass Re-Inspection3 Canvass2 License

Mar 26

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
2-102.13 OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES.

Base deductions−2 pts

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High1 Med4 Basic

6 total

77/100inspection score

−23 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

33PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL−10
OBSERVED COOLER UNDERNEATH GRIDDLE WITH TEMPERATURES FLUCTUATING BETWEEN 45 AND 48 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COOLERS ARE HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. COOLER TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-48-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT AN INADEQUATE TEMPERATURE OF 45 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD TCS FOODS ARE HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 1/4TH POUND MOZZARELLA CHEESE AND 1/4 POUND COOKED ONIONS ($10) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED FREEZER CHEST WITH LID HELD TOGETHER WITH TAPE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR LID.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED NO DRAIN PLUGS/STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MINERAL BUILD UP ON INTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS AND SOIL BUILD UP ON FLOORS AROUND WATER HEATER AND DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−23 pts

Mar 25

Canvass InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED 2 EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING A CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF.

Base deductions−4 pts

Apr 23

License InspectionPass

6 Basic

6 total

88/100inspection score

−12 pts

Basic (6)

−12 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED NO DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN PREP/DISHROOM AREA WITH NO DRAINBOARD, INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED GREASE TRAP NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH BUILDUP ON OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED CONTAINERS AND BOXES FROM CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS OUTSIDE OF DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD AND MAINTAIN CLUTTER FREE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FLOOR DRAIN NEXT TO ICE MACHINE IN FRONT WITHOUT A COVER FOR DRAIN INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED TILES IN REAR MOP CLOSET UNDERNEATH DOOR CRACKED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−12 pts

Apr 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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