What is Pure Green South Loop's health inspection score?

Pure Green South Loop has a SafeDine safety score of 70 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Pure Green South Loop last inspected?

Pure Green South Loop was last inspected on March 26, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Pure Green South Loop have?

Pure Green South Loop has 15 total violations across 1 inspection on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Pure Green South Loop safe to eat at?

Pure Green South Loop has a good safety record with a score of 70/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Pure Green South Loop serve?

Pure Green South Loop serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Pure Green South Loop

Name: Pure Green South Loop
Address: 724 S CLARK ST, Chicago, 60605
Rating: 70

724 S CLARK ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/26/2026

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0Good

American•South Loop

Ranked #216 of 291 in South LoopBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Declining

5 inspections

Last: Mar 26, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

40%

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

2 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

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-22

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-1 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-16 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 78/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (70/100) 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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724 S CLARK ST, Chicago, IL 60605

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2023

1 inspections

Aug

Nov 2023

2 inspections

3 high priority

2 intermediate

6 basic

Jul 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 basic

Jul

Mar 2026

1 inspections

2 high priority

Inspection History

5 records on file

1 Complaint1 Canvass1 License Re-Inspection2 License

Mar 26

Complaint InspectionLatestPass with Conditions

2 High

2 total2 risk factors

70/100inspection score

−20 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10

Base deductions−20 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Jul 24

Canvass InspectionPass

1 High1 Basic

2 total

88/100inspection score

−12 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
No hands washing sign in toilet room, instructed to post.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
Food handler not wearing hair restraint, instructed to wear.

Base deductions−12 pts

Nov 23

License Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Nov 23

License InspectionFail

3 High2 Med6 Basic

11 total2 risk factors

38/100inspection score

−52 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
2-101.11 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. PERSON IN CHARGE PROVIDED A COPY OF THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS PROVIDE THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE AND THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
2-101.11 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. PERSON IN CHARGE PROVIDED A COPY OF THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS PROVIDE THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE AND THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.
33PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL−10
4-301.11 OBSERVED A TWO DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT AT AN INADEQUATE COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 81F DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
4-302.12 OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE TO PROPERLY TAKE TEMPERATURES OF COLD AND HOT TCS FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-501.111 OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK FOR THE FACILITY ADDRESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).

Basic (6)

−12 pts

44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
4-903.11 OBSERVED NO UTENSILS OR EQUIPMENT ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-101.17 OBSERVED RAW WOOD SURFACES UNDER THE FOOD PREP AREA COUNTER AND THE CABINETS ABOVE THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL RAW WOOD.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
4-204.119 OBSERVED NO DRAINBOARD AVAILABLE LOCATED AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ALL NON-FOOD AND FOOD CONTACT SURFACES WITH ACCUMULATED DUST FROM CONSTRUCTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.114 OBSERVED CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT CLUTTER AND BOXES IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AND FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND ORGANIZE.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE PROVIDED. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT FOR ALL MANAGERS.

Base deductions−52 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Aug 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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