What is Dan's Hot Dog Stand,inc.'s health inspection score?

Dan's Hot Dog Stand,inc. has a SafeDine safety score of 96 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Dan's Hot Dog Stand,inc. last inspected?

Dan's Hot Dog Stand,inc. was last inspected on March 23, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Dan's Hot Dog Stand,inc. have?

Dan's Hot Dog Stand,inc. has 48 total violations across 8 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Dan's Hot Dog Stand,inc. safe to eat at?

Yes, Dan's Hot Dog Stand,inc. has an excellent safety record with a score of 96/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Dan's Hot Dog Stand,inc. serve?

Dan's Hot Dog Stand,inc. serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Dan's Hot Dog Stand,inc.

Name: Dan's Hot Dog Stand,inc.
Address: 9314 S ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, 60620
Rating: 96

9314 S ASHLAND AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/23/2026

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0Excellent

American•Auburn Gresham

Ranked #2 of 8 in Auburn GreshamBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Improving

7 inspections

Last: Mar 23, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

6.9

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Food labeling

Food not properly labeled or dated

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-7

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-5 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+6 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 93/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (96/100) 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.

Location

9314 S ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, IL 60620

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Violation Timeline

Jul 2024

1 inspections

4 high priority

4 intermediate

14 basic

Jul

Aug 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Mar 2025

1 inspections

3 intermediate

4 basic

Mar

Apr 2025

3 inspections

6 intermediate

9 basic

Mar 2026

1 inspections

1 intermediate

Mar

Inspection History

7 records on file

2 Canvass3 Canvass Re-Inspection1 License Re-Inspection1 License

Mar 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 Med

1 total

95/100inspection score

−5 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−5

Base deductions−5 pts

Apr 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−2 pts

Apr 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionNo Entry

3 Med4 Basic

7 total

77/100inspection score

−23 pts

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE(SHAKERS & SQUEEZE BOTTLES)
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-501.111 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON TABLE UNDERNEATH 2- EYE STOVE,ON WALL OUT LET COVER NEAR FRYER,INSIDE OF FRYER CABINET,ON FLOOR IN CORNER NEAR METER,UNDER,REGISTER CABINET,TOILET ROOM,REAR FOOD STORAGE /OFFICE AREA,BEHIND REACH IN CHEST & UPRIGHT FREEZER. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/26/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
: 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG FRONT SOUTH SCREEN DOOR RIGHT CORNER,REAR OUTTER DOOR IN RIGHT CORNER AND SCREEN DOOR ALONG LEFT CORNER MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
3-305.11 : MUST ELEVATE FOOD ITEMS OFF OF FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND STORE PROPERLY ON SHELVING UNITS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.114 : MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND REFRIGERATION STORAGE.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
8-404.13(B:4) Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2600622 8/23/24 NOT CORRECTED-#58-2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)

Base deductions−23 pts

Apr 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionNo Entry

3 Med4 Basic

7 total

77/100inspection score

−23 pts

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE(SHAKERS & SQUEEZE BOTTLES)
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-501.111 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON TABLE UNDERNEATH 2- EYE STOVE,ON WALL OUT LET COVER NEAR FRYER,INSIDE OF FRYER CABINET,ON FLOOR IN CORNER NEAR METER,UNDER,REGISTER CABINET,TOILET ROOM,REAR FOOD STORAGE /OFFICE AREA,BEHIND REACH IN CHEST & UPRIGHT FREEZER. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/26/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED A GAP ALONG FRONT SOUTH SCREEN DOOR RIGHT CORNER,REAR OUTTER DOOR IN RIGHT CORNER AND SCREEN DOOR ALONG LEFT CORNER MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
3-305.11 Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE FOOD ITEMS OFF OF FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND STORE PROPERLY ON SHELVING UNITS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND REFRIGERATION STORAGE.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
8-404.13(B:4) Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2600622 8/23/24 NOT CORRECTED-#58-2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)

Base deductions−23 pts

Mar 25

Canvass InspectionFail

3 Med4 Basic

7 total

77/100inspection score

−23 pts

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE(SHAKERS & SQUEEZE BOTTLES)
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG FRONT SOUTH SCREEN DOOR RIGHT CORNER,REAR OUTTER DOOR IN RIGHT CORNER AND SCREEN DOOR ALONG LEFT CORNER MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON TABLE UNDERNEATH 2- EYE STOVE,ON WALL OUT LET COVER NEAR FRYER,INSIDE OF FRYER CABINET,ON FLOOR IN CORNER NEAR METER,UNDER,REGISTER CABINET,TOILET ROOM,REAR FOOD STORAGE /OFFICE AREA,BEHIND REACH IN CHEST & UPRIGHT FREEZER. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/26/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
MUST ELEVATE FOOD ITEMS OFF OF FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND STORE PROPERLY ON SHELVING UNITS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND REFRIGERATION STORAGE.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2600622 8/23/24 NOT CORRECTED-#58-2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)

Base deductions−23 pts

Aug 24

License Re-Inspection InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High2 Basic

3 total1 risk factor

81/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
2-102.14(O) : OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
: 6-501.114 : MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS AND OUTSIDE REAR YARD
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−14 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Jul 24

License InspectionFail

4 High4 Med14 Basic

22 total2 risk factors

2/100inspection score

−88 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CLEAN -UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR CLEANING VOMITING AND DIARRHEA MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN TOILET ROOM MUST INSTALL WITH HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
MUST PROVIDE SOAP & TOWELS AT HAND SINK IN TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)

Intermediate (4)

−20 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER FOR REACH IN REFRIGERATOR MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON CONCRETE LEDGE NEXT TO UNUSED COOLER IN REAR AREA,ON WALL CONDUITS,ON TOP OF REFRIGERATOR,ON ROLLING CART,ON FLOOR UNDER FOOD STORAGE SHELVES,IN ADDITIONAL ROOM ON WOOD LEDGES,IN TOILET ROOM BEHIND HOT WATER TANK.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 7/29/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM AND SIDES OF BOTH FRONT DOORS,SIDE STORAGE DOORS ALONG ALL SIDES AND MISSING DOOR KNOBS,REAR DOOR & SCREEN ALONG BOTTOM MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.

Basic (14)

−28 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
MUST ELEVATE FOOD PRODUCTS FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR AND STORE ON SHELVING UNITS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON 1- DOOR REACH IN REFRIGERATOR AND LOOSE DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLER.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.CARDBOARD FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
MUST PROVIDE A DRAINBOARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM STEAM TABLE,GRILL TABLE AND DRIP TRAYINTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRYERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED NO MOPSINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
52SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED−2
OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED NO OUTSIDE GARBAGE DISPOSAL CONTRACT MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND UNDERNEATH FRYERS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND MISSING WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP AREA.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS AND IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT.TALL WEEDS FROM REAR YARD.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
MUST PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOM.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−88 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

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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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