What is LA Fonda Gto's health inspection score?

LA Fonda Gto has a SafeDine safety score of 98 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was LA Fonda Gto last inspected?

LA Fonda Gto was last inspected on January 21, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does LA Fonda Gto have?

LA Fonda Gto has 13 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is LA Fonda Gto safe to eat at?

Yes, LA Fonda Gto has an excellent safety record with a score of 98/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does LA Fonda Gto serve?

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

Official Health Record

LA Fonda Gto

Name: LA Fonda Gto
Address: 1738 W 47TH ST, Chicago, 60609
Rating: 98

1738 W 47TH ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/21/2026

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0Excellent

American•Chicago

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

Stable

7 inspections

Last: Jan 21, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

29%

Clean Rate

1.9

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-2

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-1 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-1 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+4 pts

100

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.

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1738 W 47TH ST, Chicago, IL 60609

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Violation Timeline

Nov 2023

1 inspections

3 basic

Nov

Aug 2024

2 inspections

2 intermediate

5 basic

Jun 2025

1 inspections

Jun

Jul 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

1 basic

Aug 2025

1 inspections

1 basic

Aug

Jan 2026

1 inspections

Inspection History

7 records on file

3 Canvass2 Canvass Re-Inspection1 Non-Inspection1 License

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Aug 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-602.13 OBSERVED STEAM TABLE SHELVING UNIT LOCATED IN FRONT PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS.

Base deductions−2 pts

Jul 25

Canvass InspectionFail

1 Med1 Basic

2 total

93/100inspection score

−7 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 45 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP ALONG WALLS NEAR ICE MACHINE AND STORED GLASSWARE, UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BEHIND CART CONTAINING DRIED KITCHENWARE, IN STORAGE SPACE NEAR TOILET ROOMS BEHIND UNUSED COOLING UNITS, ALONG SIDE WINDOWSILL ON FLOOR IN FRONT PREP SCATTERED ALONG THE WALL AND ON STEAM TABLE SHELF IN FRONT PREP AREA. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL, REMOVE ALL SAID DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED STEAM TABLE SHELVING UNIT LOCATED IN FRONT PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS.

Base deductions−7 pts

Jun 25

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Aug 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-202.11 OBSERVED BURNED OUT LIGHT-BULBS IN TWO LIFGHT FIXURES IN 3 C SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULBS AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING IN THE UNIT.

Base deductions−2 pts

Aug 24

Canvass InspectionFail

2 Med4 Basic

6 total

82/100inspection score

−18 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE COLD HOLD UNIT TO BE IMPROPER: CHICKEN AND PORK 48.0F, AND BEEF SOUP IN LARGE REACH IN COOLER 46.4 F. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
NOTED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE TO MONITOR THE INTERNAL FOOD TEMPERATURE OF FOODS THE FACILITY MAY RECEIVE DURING DELIVERIES (I.E. PACKAGED DELI MEAT, HOT DOGS ETC.). FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETERS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE FREEZERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NOTED SOME USE OF MILK CRATES AND CARDBOARD BOXES FOR ELEVATION AT THE KITCHEN AREA, DISHWASHING AREA, AND DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE. ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST ALSO BE STORED 6" AWAY FROM THE WALL.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FREASE AROUND THE GREAS TRAP IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINATIN TO PREVENT ATTRACTING THE PEST.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED BURNED OUT LIGHT-BULBS IN TWO LIFGHT FIXURES IN 3 C SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULBS AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING IN THE UNIT.

Base deductions−18 pts

Nov 23

License InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
FOUND NO BACK FLOW DEVICES AT UTILITY SINK OR AT ICE MACHINE; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL BACK FLOW DEVICES AT SINK AND ICE MACHINE.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
FOUND NO SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON WASHROOM DOORS; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICES AT BOTH DOORS.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.

Base deductions−6 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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