What is Second Time Around's health inspection score?

Second Time Around has a SafeDine safety score of 64 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Second Time Around last inspected?

Second Time Around was last inspected on May 18, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Second Time Around have?

Second Time Around has 35 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Second Time Around safe to eat at?

Second Time Around has a safety score of 64/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Second Time Around serve?

Second Time Around serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Second Time Around

Name: Second Time Around
Address: 8301-8303 W IRVING PARK RD, Chicago, 60634
Rating: 64

8301-8303 W IRVING PARK RD, Chicago

Last Inspected: 5/18/2026

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American•Portage Park

Ranked #60 of 67 in Portage ParkBetter than 22% of american restaurants

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10 inspections

Last: May 18, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

20%

Clean Rate

3.5

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Employee illnessHigh Priority

Sick employee handling food — illness transmission risk

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Other violationHigh Priority

Regulatory compliance issue

Permit/documentationHigh Priority

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-31

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-9 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-19 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 69/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (64/100) 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

Aug 2023

2 inspections

4 high priority

2 intermediate

8 basic

Aug

Dec 2023

2 inspections

4 high priority

2 intermediate

Sep 2024

1 inspections

1 basic

Sep

Jul 2025

1 inspections

3 high priority

1 intermediate

Aug 2025

2 inspections

2 high priority

1 basic

Aug

May 2026

2 inspections

3 high priority

4 intermediate

Inspection History

10 records on file

4 Canvass Re-Inspection4 Canvass2 Complaint

May 26

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass with Conditions

2 High2 Med

4 total2 risk factors

60/100inspection score

−30 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−5

Base deductions−30 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

May 26

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High2 Med

3 total1 risk factor

75/100inspection score

−20 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZEDRisk Factor−10

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−5

Base deductions−20 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Aug 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Aug 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionFail

2 High1 Basic

3 total2 risk factors

68/100inspection score

−22 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
2-101.11 OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT PROOF OF FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT TRAINING
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
2-101.11 OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOODS WITHOUT A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDER ON SITE. A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ARRIVED AT 2:10 PM. BUSINESS OPENED AT 11 AM. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A CERTIFIED MANAGER SHALL BE ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING, AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

59PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
8-404.13 (B:3) OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED WITHIN THE SPECIFIED TIME FRAME ON THE INSPECTION REPORT#2621521 DATED FOR 7/30/2025: (5) OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA, CLEAN UP KIT AND NO CORRESPONDING WRITTEN PROCEDURE ON RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES AND DEVELOP A CLEAN-UP PROCEDURE. MUST KEEP BOTH THE POLICY AND SUPPLIES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION (16) OBSERVED ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN BASEMENT WITH A BUILD-UP OF BLACK AND BROWN SUBSTANCE, DRIPPING ONTO ICE CUBES STORED BELOW THE ICE BIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. (38) OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN BASEMENT IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS: UNDER DRY FOOD AND SUPPLY STORAGE RACKS, ON WOODEN PALLETS AND IN METAL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS STORED ON A PALLET IN THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE BASEMENT, AND BETWEEN THE CEI

Base deductions−22 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Jul 25

Canvass InspectionFail

3 High1 Med

4 total2 risk factors

55/100inspection score

−35 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA, CLEAN UP KIT AND NO CORRESPONDING WRITTEN PROCEDURE ON RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES AND DEVELOP A CLEAN-UP PROCEDURE. MUST KEEP BOTH THE POLICY AND SUPPLIES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
6PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE SMOKING AT REAR EXIT DOOR. NOTED ASH TRAY ON OUTDOOR BREAK TABLE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO SMOKE WITHIN 15FT OF ESTABLISHMENT ENTRYWAYS
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN BASEMENT WITH A BUILD-UP OF BLACK AND BROWN SUBSTANCE, DRIPPING ONTO ICE CUBES STORED BELOW THE ICE BIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN BASEMENT IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS: UNDER DRY FOOD AND SUPPLY STORAGE RACKS, ON WOODEN PALLETS AND IN METAL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS STORED ON A PALLET IN THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE BASEMENT, AND BETWEEN THE CEILING AND DROP CEILING ATTACHED TO THE STAIRWAY LEADING TO THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−35 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Sep 24

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTERS INSIDE OF ALL MICROWAVES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−2 pts

Dec 23

Complaint InspectionPass w/ Conditions

4 High2 Med

6 total

50/100inspection score

−50 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN KITCHEN NOT ACCESSIBLE. OBSERVED WRAPPED UTENSILS AND BREAD STORED IN HAND SINK. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HAND WASHING SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. ITEMS WERE REMOVED FROM HAND SINK DURING INSPECTION.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND WASHING SINK IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). SEE ABOVE FOR CITATION. SOAP PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
MUST REMOVE SOAP DISPENSER FROM WALL ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED SLIGHT PINK MINERAL BUILD UP INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN HELD AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE IN PREP COOLER AT 47F. OBSERVED SHREDDED CHEESE SITTING OUT ON PREP TABLE READING AT 60F AND SHELLED EGGS READING AT 60F. TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. FOOD DISCARDED VOLUNTARILY. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 15 LBS AT A COST OF $50.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
MUST LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT WITH COMMON NAME.

Base deductions−50 pts

Dec 23

Complaint InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Aug 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-501.14-- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−2 pts

Aug 23

Canvass InspectionFail

4 High2 Med7 Basic

13 total2 risk factors

26/100inspection score

−64 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE.
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AND NO CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE (TCS FOODS)POTATOES,PORK,HAMBURGER ETC. IS BEING PREPARED/HANDLED.INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE,THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN (TCS FOODS) ARE PREPARED,HANDLED, AND/OR SERVED.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY AND POST ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012,CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS (WASHROOMS,BAR).
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MAKER,DRIPPING INTO ICE "ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION". MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE,ACCURATE WORKING THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS LOCATED IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA.
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR WITHOUT A LABEL.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE COMMON NAME ON ALL BULK CONTAINERS TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY ITEM (SALT, SUGAR, FLOUR ETC.).

Basic (7)

−14 pts

41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION IN PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA AND BAR.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE KITCHEN PREP TABLES/STORAGE RACKS, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE CHEST FREEZER AND COOLERS AND DEEP FRYER.
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND BOXES AND LIDS WIDE OPEN WITH TRASH ABOVE RIM.MUST KEEP OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER AREA MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES WITH LIDS/COVER MUST BE KEPT CLOSED TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (b),CITATION ISSUED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2561772 DATED:08/05/2022 #53--OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE UNISEX WASHROOM LOCATED IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #55--INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLE OPENING ON WALL BEHIND THE WEST 2 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER IN KITCHEN PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN. #57--FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY WITH NOTED VIOLATION AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. #58--ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 8/21/2023. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−64 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

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85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

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