What is Dulce DE Leche Cafe 1's health inspection score?

Dulce DE Leche Cafe 1 has a SafeDine safety score of 77 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Dulce DE Leche Cafe 1 last inspected?

Dulce DE Leche Cafe 1 was last inspected on January 20, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Dulce DE Leche Cafe 1 have?

Dulce DE Leche Cafe 1 has 17 total violations across 4 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Dulce DE Leche Cafe 1 safe to eat at?

Dulce DE Leche Cafe 1 has a good safety record with a score of 77/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Dulce DE Leche Cafe 1 serve?

Dulce DE Leche Cafe 1 serves Cafe cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Dulce DE Leche Cafe 1

Name: Dulce DE Leche Cafe 1
Address: 1127 W BRYN MAWR AVE, Chicago, 60660
Rating: 77

1127 W BRYN MAWR AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/20/2026

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0Good

Cafe•Edgewater

Ranked #153 of 282 in Edgewater

Improving

4 inspections

Last: Jan 20, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

25%

Clean Rate

4.3

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Permit/documentationHigh Priority

Administrative or documentation issue

Other violation

Regulatory compliance 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

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-1 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-4 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+8 pts

Latest

100% weight

100

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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1127 W BRYN MAWR AVE, Chicago, IL 60660

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Violation Timeline

Feb 2024

1 inspections

4 basic

Feb

Jan 2025

2 inspections

3 high priority

2 intermediate

5 basic

Jan 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Jan

Inspection History

4 records on file

2 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection1 License

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

1 High2 Basic

3 total1 risk factor

81/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WITH AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON THE WASHROOM DOOR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE FLOOR BENEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Base deductions−14 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Jan 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jan 25

Canvass InspectionFail

3 High2 Med5 Basic

10 total3 risk factors

35/100inspection score

−50 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
THE PERSON INCHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

23PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION−5
NOTED PREPARED TCS FOODS SUCH AS COOKED BEANS, COOKED BEEF AND COOKED TOMATOES IN THE TALL REACH-IN COOLER HELD LONGER THAN 24 HOURS NOT DATE LABELED WITH AND EXPIRATION DATE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS. NO DATES OF ANY KIND ON FOODS. REVIEWED PROPER DATE LABELING REQUIREMENTS. ALL FOODS DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
NOTED MENUS ON THE PREMISE MISSING THE CONSUMER ADVISORY STATEMENT AND THE DISCLOSURE OF ANIMAL ORIGIN FOODS. NOTED ANIMAL ORIGIN FOODS REMINDED WITH AN ASTERISK. MUST INCLUDE THE DISCLOSURE AND STATEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE PREPARING FOODS.
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE FRONT PREP AREA MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD OR CATCH MATS AS ELEVATION UNDER THE ONE DOOR COOLER. MUST BE A SMOOTH/CLEANABLE MATERIAL.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST NOT USE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS AT FOOD CONTAINERS INSIDE THE COOLERS. MUST BE WASHABLE CONTAINERS OR FOOD GRADE DISPOSABLE BAGS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
EXTREMELY DIRTY UTILITY SERVICE SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−50 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

Feb 24

License InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
BROKEN DOOR HANDLE ON THE KITCHEN TALL REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST NOT USE TIN FOIL AS LINER FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT KITCHEN.-----NOTED PEELING PLASTIC BEING USED AS A PROTECTANT ON THE BOTTOM SHELVING OF THE METAL PREP TABLE. MUST REMOVE TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANIABLE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
NOTED UNUSED CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL SHELVING ON REAR OUTDOOR WALKWAY TO GARBAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. MUST PROVIDE.

Base deductions−8 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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