What is Sofive's health inspection score?

Sofive has a SafeDine safety score of 81 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Sofive last inspected?

Sofive was last inspected on July 24, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Sofive have?

Sofive has 13 total violations across 4 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Sofive safe to eat at?

Sofive has a good safety record with a score of 81/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Sofive serve?

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

Official Health Record

Sofive

Name: Sofive
Address: 3900 S ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, 60609
Rating: 81

3900 S ASHLAND AVE, Chicago

Last inspected 10mo ago

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American•Chicago

Ranked #960 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 22% of american restaurants

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4 inspections

Last: Jul 24, 2025

medium confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

25%

Clean Rate

3.3

Avg Violations

10 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Permit/documentationHigh Priority

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

-6 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-5 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-7 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-13 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 77/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (81/100) 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

May 2023

1 inspections

2 high priority

2 intermediate

1 basic

May

Jun 2023

1 inspections

Oct 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Oct

Jul 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

3 basic

Inspection History

4 records on file

2 Canvass1 License Re-Inspection1 License

Jul 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 High1 Med3 Basic

5 total

79/100inspection score

−21 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED ICE MACHINE EQUIPMENT A LITTLE DIRTY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN THERMOMETERS IN COOLING UNITS TO MAINTAIN TEMPERATURES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE PLACED INSIDE.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED UPRIGHT COOLING UNITS LOCATED IN PREP AREA NEAR ICE MACHINE WITH RUSTED ITNERIOR SHELVING AND SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AND MAINTAIN
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SPEED RACKS WHERE DRINK CUPS ARE STORED IN WALK IN COOLER, BEER DRAINS AND EMPTY BIN LOCATED IN FRONT PREP WITH ACCUMULATED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND STICKY SURFACES. INTSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED WALL BASE DETACHED FROM WALL THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REATTACH TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING SPACES.

Base deductions−21 pts

Oct 24

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTED AND CHIPPED OF SHELVES IN THE SMALL COOLEER. SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN LADY'S BATHROOM EACH STALL.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SEVERAL CEILING TILES MISSING IN KITCHEN AND SOME STAINED CEILING TILES. MUST REPAIR STAINED CEILING TILES AND REPLACE MISSING ONES AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jun 23

License Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

May 23

License InspectionFail

2 High2 Med1 Basic

5 total2 risk factors

58/100inspection score

−32 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTD TO PROVIDE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN POSTED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 150 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE KITCHEN PREP DRY STORAGE AREA AND AROUND REAR RECEIVING DOOR. ALSO 15 LIVE FLIES NOTED ON WALLS IN BAR AREA AND REAR STOARGE AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS AND FLIES FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. INSTD TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A).
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF BOTH ENTRANCE DOORS. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT-FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
HOLE IN WALL WITH EXPOSED INSULATION IN REAR STORAGE ROOM. INSTD TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−32 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 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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