What is Nathan's Chicago Style's health inspection score?

Nathan's Chicago Style has a SafeDine safety score of 92 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Nathan's Chicago Style last inspected?

Nathan's Chicago Style was last inspected on October 24, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Nathan's Chicago Style have?

Nathan's Chicago Style has 16 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Nathan's Chicago Style safe to eat at?

Yes, Nathan's Chicago Style has an excellent safety record with a score of 92/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Nathan's Chicago Style serve?

Nathan's Chicago Style serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Nathan's Chicago Style

Name: Nathan's Chicago Style
Address: 1372 E 53RD ST, Chicago, 60615
Rating: 92

1372 E 53RD ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 10/24/2025

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0Excellent

American•Hyde Park

Ranked #27 of 245 in Hyde ParkBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Improving

6 inspections

Last: Oct 24, 2025

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

17%

Clean Rate

2.7

Avg Violations

6 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Other violationHigh Priority

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

-8

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-4 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+11 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.

Location

1372 E 53RD ST, Chicago, IL 60615

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Violation Timeline

Jun 2022

1 inspections

2 basic

Jun

May 2023

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Mar 2024

1 inspections

2 basic

Mar

Dec 2024

1 inspections

4 basic

Jun 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

4 basic

Jun

Oct 2025

1 inspections

Inspection History

6 records on file

4 Canvass2 Complaint

Oct 25

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jun 25

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High4 Basic

5 total1 risk factor

77/100inspection score

−18 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

6PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED OPEN CUP OF BEVERAGE ON COUNTER IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLOSED LID CONTAINERS FOR EMPLOYEE BEVERAGES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED BOXES OF FRIES STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING VENTILATION FAN COVER INSIDE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE FAN COVER AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2608614 ON 12-6024:57-OBSERVED THE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE FOR COOKS EXPIRED. MUST UPDATE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED

Base deductions−18 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Dec 24

Canvass InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE GREASE.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED THE WASHROOM FIXTURES DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTIAN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON THE MENU SIGN AND CEILING TILE ABOVE THE PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED THE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE FOR COOKS EXPIRED. MUST UPDATE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−8 pts

Mar 24

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE BOTTOM OF THE 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−4 pts

May 23

Complaint InspectionPass

1 High2 Basic

3 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
CONTAINERS FOR WHOLE VEGETABLES IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE CONTAINER THAT IS EASILY CLEANABLE.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FLOORS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 1ST AND BASEMENT AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−14 pts

Jun 22

Complaint InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
SEE VIOLATION #60
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #58 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2252533 ON 1-14-19. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−4 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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