What is Church's Chicken # 1315's health inspection score?

Church's Chicken # 1315 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 Church's Chicken # 1315 last inspected?

Church's Chicken # 1315 was last inspected on December 1, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Church's Chicken # 1315 have?

Church's Chicken # 1315 has 14 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Church's Chicken # 1315 safe to eat at?

Yes, Church's Chicken # 1315 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 Church's Chicken # 1315 serve?

Church's Chicken # 1315 serves Chicken cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Church's Chicken # 1315

Name: Church's Chicken # 1315
Address: 6849 S WESTERN AVE, Chicago, 60636
Rating: 92

6849 S WESTERN AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 12/1/2025

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0Excellent

Chicken•Chicago

Ranked #405 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 100% of chicken restaurants

Stable

5 inspections

Last: Dec 1, 2025

high confidence

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Inspections

40%

Clean Rate

2.8

Avg Violations

6 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

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-9

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-1 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-5 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+2 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 91/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (92/100) 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.

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Violation Timeline

Mar 2023

2 inspections

2 intermediate

6 basic

Mar

Apr 2023

1 inspections

Aug 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

1 basic

Aug

Dec 2025

1 inspections

3 basic

Inspection History

5 records on file

2 Complaint1 Canvass1 Short Form Complaint1 Complaint Re-Inspection

Dec 25

Complaint InspectionLatestPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED THE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE TWO DOOR FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR AT THE BOTTOM; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKETS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED GREASE AT THE BOTTOM AREA UNDER THE FRYERS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WHERE NEEDED.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
FOUND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES.

Base deductions−6 pts

Aug 24

Canvass InspectionPass

1 High1 Med1 Basic

3 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN BOTH RESTROOMS NOTIFYING EMPLOYES TO WASH HANDS NOT PROVIDED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SIGNAGE TO ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED INSECT CONTROL DEVICE (NON-TOXIC) INSTALLED ON FOOD PREPARATION TABLE IN REAR KITCHEN AREA (NEAR BISCUIT OVEN). INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE INSECT CONTROL DEVICE BELOW AND AWAY FROM FOOD OR FOOD-CONTACT SURFACE AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED BISCUIT DOUGH STORED BENEATH POTABLE WATER CONDENSATE LINE (DRIPPING CLEAN WATER) IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE FOOD AWAY FROM UNDER LINES IN WHICH WATER HAS CONDENSED AND MAINTAINED.

Base deductions−17 pts

Apr 23

Short Form Complaint InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Mar 23

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Mar 23

Complaint InspectionFail

2 Med6 Basic

8 total

78/100inspection score

−22 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST INFESTATION THROUGH OUT PREMISES. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 400+ MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS. NOTED 75 MICE DROPPINGS ON A LEDGE INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER DOOR, NOTED 100 DROPPINGS SCATTTERED INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER ON THE FLOOR ALONG THE WALLS, ON TOP OF SHELVING RACKS, AND INSIDE FOOD CONTAINERS. NOTED 50 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR WHERE THE OVEN IS LOCATED IN THE REAR. NOTED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM/OFFICE. ALSO NOTED ANOTER 75 DROPPINGS ON THE LOWER SHELF OF THE UNUSED WALK IN FREEZER AND 50 INSIDE CHEMICAL STORAGE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020A
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN POOR REPAIR (WORN WEATHER STRIPPING) AT THE BOTTOM. POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED 35 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED INSIDE PANS OF RAW CHICKEN AND ON THE LIDS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED 30LBS AT $150 COST. ALSO NOTED 20LBS BAG OF FLOUR GNAWED INTO PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-005.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AND DEBRIS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED THE FAUCET AT THE 3 COMP SINK LOOSE AND LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HOLES AND OPENING IN THE WALLS IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PEST. OBSERVED FLOOR TILES IN NEED OF GROUTING AND REPAIRING(BROKEN TILES) IN PREP, WALK-IN COOLER AND DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REGROUT FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS AS NEEDED. OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS AND AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREA. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE OFFICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
NOTED CLUTTTER IN THE OFFICE. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.

Base deductions−22 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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