What is Jordyn's Jerk Palace Inc's health inspection score?

Jordyn's Jerk Palace Inc has a SafeDine safety score of 53 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Jordyn's Jerk Palace Inc last inspected?

Jordyn's Jerk Palace Inc was last inspected on January 21, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Jordyn's Jerk Palace Inc have?

Jordyn's Jerk Palace Inc has 47 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Jordyn's Jerk Palace Inc safe to eat at?

Jordyn's Jerk Palace Inc has a safety score of 53/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Jordyn's Jerk Palace Inc serve?

Jordyn's Jerk Palace Inc serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Jordyn's Jerk Palace Inc

Name: Jordyn's Jerk Palace Inc
Address: 10318 S HALSTED ST, Chicago, 60628
Rating: 53

10318 S HALSTED ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/21/2026

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0Fair

American•Chicago

Ranked #949 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 22% of american restaurants

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5 inspections

Last: Jan 21, 2026

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Inspections

Clean Rate

9.4

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Score Analysis

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-47

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-10 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-11 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-13 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-7 pts

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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Violation Timeline

Nov 2024

2 inspections

6 intermediate

14 basic

Nov

Jun 2025

2 inspections

2 high priority

3 intermediate

11 basic

Jan 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

3 intermediate

7 basic

Jan

Inspection History

5 records on file

2 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection1 License Re-Inspection1 License

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 High3 Med7 Basic

11 total

61/100inspection score

−39 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SIGNAGE FOR HAND WASHING TO SINKS.

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
THE LABELING ON THE REAR BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS IS FADED. INSTRUCTED TO RELABEL CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
FLY STRIPS HANGING FROM REAR PREP CEILING TILES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REFRAIN FROM HANGING FLY STRIPS IN THE PREP AREAS. MAINTAIN SAME.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
REAR EXIT DOOR WITH A 1/4 - 1/2" GAP UNDERNEATH MAKING DOOR NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF REAR DOOR AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (7)

−14 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
MALE FOOD HANDLER WITH A BEARD AND NO BEARD RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR A BEARD RESTRAINT WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND/OR WHEN HANDLING FOOD. MAINTAIN SAME.
41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
WIPING CLOTHS ARE NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (SANITIZER MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE. MAINTAIN SAME.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
CAN OPENERS WITH FOOD AND DIRT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENERS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
RUBBER GASKETS ON REAR PRODUCE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR IS IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE RUBBER GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AND TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
AREA WITH HOT WATER TANK AND MOP SINK IS CLUTTERED. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE CLUTTER AND ORGAINZE AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND SINKS WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.

Base deductions−39 pts

Jun 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 High1 Med5 Basic

7 total

75/100inspection score

−25 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS LOCATED IN THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12 OBSERVED SOME DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
3-307.11 OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE CEILING AND RAINWATER DRIPPING FROM THE HOLE INTO A GARBAGE CAN IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES AND DO NOT ALLOW RAINWATER TO DRIP INTO THE FOOD PREP AREA IN ORDER TO AVOID ANY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
2-402.11 OBSERVED THE MANAGER WITH A BEARD AND WITHOUT A BEARD GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
4-502.13 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING RE-USED AS A FLOOR LINER BY THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND DO NOT RE-USE SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS INSIDE OF THE FRYERS AND AT THE BOTTOM OF THE HOT HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11 OBSERVED A LARGE HOLE IN THE WALL IN THE UTILITY ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLE AND MAKE THE SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

Base deductions−25 pts

Jun 25

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High2 Med6 Basic

9 total

68/100inspection score

−32 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS LOCATED IN THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12 OBSERVED SOME DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 20 RODENT DROPPINGS AROUND THE HOT WATER HEATER IN THE UTILITY ROOM IN THE REAR AND OBSERVED ABOUT 3-5 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND THE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).

Basic (6)

−12 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
3-307.11 OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE CEILING AND RAINWATER DRIPPING FROM THE HOLE INTO A GARBAGE CAN IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES AND DO NOT ALLOW RAINWATER TO DRIP INTO THE FOOD PREP AREA IN ORDER TO AVOID ANY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
2-402.11 OBSERVED THE MANAGER WITH A BEARD AND WITHOUT A BEARD GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
4-502.13 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING RE-USED AS A FLOOR LINER BY THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND DO NOT RE-USE SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS INSIDE OF THE FRYERS AND AT THE BOTTOM OF THE HOT HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11 OBSERVED A LARGE HOLE IN THE WALL IN THE UTILITY ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLE AND MAKE THE SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
61SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC−2
8-304.11(A) OBSERVED NO MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY POSTED FOR THE PUBLIC'S VIEW. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS POST THE MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FOR THE PUBLIC'S VIEW AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010(B).

Base deductions−32 pts

Nov 24

License Re-Inspection InspectionPass

2 Med7 Basic

9 total

76/100inspection score

−24 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 1/2" GAP UNDER NORTH REAR DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED FLY STRIP HANGING IN CEILING IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE FLY STRIP FROM PREP AREA.

Basic (7)

−14 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED BOXES OF CHICKEN STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR PREPA AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKET ON TWO-DOOR COOLER IN SOUTH PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND REAR HAND WASHING SINK. LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER FRONT HAND WASHING SINK. OBSERVED MISSING TANK COVER ON TOILET IN WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN .
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREAS, DAMAGED AND MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN PREP, STORAGE AND UTILITY AREAS, STAINED CEILING TILES IN WASHOROMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED BBQ PIT STORED OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED DAMAGED AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED MISSING FILTERS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−24 pts

Nov 24

License InspectionFail

4 Med7 Basic

11 total

66/100inspection score

−34 pts

Intermediate (4)

−20 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVD DEAD MOUSE ON GLUE BOARD BEHIND REACH-IN FREEZER AND HAND WASHING SINK IN SOUTH PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON LEDGES AND FLOOR IN SOUTH UTLITY CLOSET, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS IN SOUTH PREP AREA, INSIDE PAN UNDER WATER HEATER IN NORTH UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 1/2" GAP UNDER NORTH REAR DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED FLY STRIP HANGING IN CEILING IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE FLY STRIP FROM PREP AREA.

Basic (7)

−14 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED BOXES OF CHICKEN STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR PREPA AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKET ON TWO-DOOR COOLER IN SOUTH PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND REAR HAND WASHING SINK. LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER FRONT HAND WASHING SINK. OBSERVED MISSING TANK COVER ON TOILET IN WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN .
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREAS, DAMAGED AND MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN PREP, STORAGE AND UTILITY AREAS, STAINED CEILING TILES IN WASHOROMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED BBQ PIT STORED OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED DAMAGED AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED MISSING FILTERS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN .

Base deductions−34 pts

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70 – 84
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Below 70
Fair

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