What is Chikis's health inspection score?

Chikis has a SafeDine safety score of 73 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Chikis last inspected?

Chikis was last inspected on February 4, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Chikis have?

Chikis has 9 total violations across 3 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Chikis safe to eat at?

Chikis has a good safety record with a score of 73/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Chikis serve?

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

Official Health Record

Chikis

Name: Chikis
Address: 6621 N CLARK ST, Chicago, 60626
Rating: 73

6621 N CLARK ST, Chicago

Data may be outdated — inspected 2/4/2025

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0Good

American•Rogers Park

Ranked #121 of 203 in Rogers ParkBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Improving

3 inspections

Last: Feb 4, 2025

low confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

33%

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

16 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Employee illnessHigh Priority

Sick employee handling food — illness transmission risk

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Facility conditionHigh Priority

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-24

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-1 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-4 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-12 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+14 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 76/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (73/100) 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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6621 N CLARK ST, Chicago, IL 60626

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Violation Timeline

Jun 2023

1 inspections

Jun

Apr 2024

1 inspections

2 high priority

1 intermediate

5 basic

Feb 2025

1 inspections

1 basic

Feb

Inspection History

3 records on file

1 Canvass2 License

Feb 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
THE ESTABLISHMENT IS ADDING A LIQUOR (CONSUMPTION ON PREMISES) LICENSE. MUST INSTALL A MINIMUM OF A 1-COMPARTMENT PREP/DUMP SINK IN THE DRINK PREPARATION AREA OR REMOVE THE DOOR TO PROVIDE UNOBSTRUCTED ACCESS TO PREP SINKS IN THE KITCHEN AREA

Base deductions−2 pts

Apr 24

License InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High1 Med5 Basic

8 total2 risk factors

55/100inspection score

−35 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
NO PROCEDURE/PLAN AND KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
GAP OF 1/4" AT BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR.REPAIR ISSUE TO MINIMIZE PEST ENTRY

Basic (5)

−10 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
MUST PROVIDE COVERS FOR RECEPTACLES IN BOTH WASHROOMS
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT BOTH WASHROOM DOORS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
EXCESS UNUSED ITEMS STORED OUTSIDE PATIO(THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,STAINLESS TABLES ETC.,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
MECHANICAL VENTILATION IS REQUIRED IN BOTH WASHROOMS
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES PROVIDED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS

Base deductions−35 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Jun 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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