What is Garfield Gyros Pizza's health inspection score?

Garfield Gyros Pizza has a SafeDine safety score of 85 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Garfield Gyros Pizza last inspected?

Garfield Gyros Pizza was last inspected on April 13, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Garfield Gyros Pizza have?

Garfield Gyros Pizza has 23 total violations across 1 inspection on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Garfield Gyros Pizza safe to eat at?

Yes, Garfield Gyros Pizza has an excellent safety record with a score of 85/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Garfield Gyros Pizza serve?

Garfield Gyros Pizza serves Italian cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Garfield Gyros Pizza

Name: Garfield Gyros Pizza
Address: 2020 W GARFIELD BLVD, Chicago, 60609
Rating: 85

2020 W GARFIELD BLVD, Chicago

Last Inspected: 4/13/2026

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0Excellent

Italian•Back of the Yards

Ranked #39 of 57 in Back of the YardsBetter than 59% of italian restaurants

Stable

6 inspections

Last: Apr 13, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

3.8

Avg Violations

2 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-19

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-14 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+5 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 81/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (85/100) 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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2020 W GARFIELD BLVD, Chicago, IL 60609

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Violation Timeline

Sep 2022

1 inspections

2 intermediate

3 basic

Sep

Oct 2022

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

May 2023

1 inspections

2 basic

May

Jun 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

2 basic

Jul 2025

1 inspections

3 intermediate

2 basic

Jul

Apr 2026

1 inspections

3 intermediate

Inspection History

6 records on file

1 Complaint4 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection

Apr 26

Complaint InspectionLatestFail

3 Med

3 total

85/100inspection score

−15 pts

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−5
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−5

Base deductions−15 pts

Jul 25

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Med2 Basic

5 total

81/100inspection score

−19 pts

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF COOLING UNITS LOCATED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS ON BULKS CONTAINERS CONTAINING INGREDIENTS REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED REAR EXT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED PREP TABLES IN REAR PREP AS WELL AS COOLING UNITS LOCATED IN FRONT PREP IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED WALLS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER WITH MOLD LIKE PATCHES BUILT UP THROUGHOUT SURFACES AND UNDER VENTILATION FAN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN FREE OF BUILDUP.

Base deductions−19 pts

Jun 24

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High1 Med2 Basic

4 total1 risk factor

76/100inspection score

−19 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING�TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS WITHOUT THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE. THE MANAGER CAME ON SITE AFTER HE WAS CALLED BY THE EMPLOYEE, APOXIMATELY 10-15 MINUTES INTO THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED THAT CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE FOOD COLD-HOLD UNIT TO BE IMPROPER: EGGS MIXTURE 62.0F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 1 QUART OF PRODUCTS WORTH $ 10.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED PROPERLY TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD-GRADE CONTAINERS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING AND WALL NEAR PIZZA OVEN. MUST REPAIR AND RE-PAINT CEILING.

Base deductions−19 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

May 23

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS, HOT-HOLDING UNITS, PREP TABLES AND DEEP FRYERS TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−4 pts

Oct 22

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
FOUND NO THERMOMETER INSIDE MINI FRIDGE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
FOUND DUCT TAPE AT MOP SINK FAUCET. MUST REMOVE AND PROPERLY REPAIR, MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FOUND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN BACK STORAGE ROOM. RECOMMEND REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 9/27/22, REPORT #2564348: #60: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. MUST CORRECT THE ABOVE VIOLATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED. #38: CORRECTED GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR.

Base deductions−11 pts

Sep 22

Canvass InspectionFail

2 Med3 Basic

5 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
FOUND NO THERMOMETER INSIDE MINI FRIDGE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
FOUND APPROXIMATELY 30 MICE DROPPINGS: ON SHELVES IN SALES AREA, ON FLOOR BY PIZZA OVEN, AND ON FLOOR IN EQUIPMENT STORAGE ROOM. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS, AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE BEFORE REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
FOUND DUCT TAPE AT MOP SINK FAUCET. MUST REMOVE AND PROPERLY REPAIR, MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FOUND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN BACK STORAGE ROOM. RECOMMEND REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 11/15/21, REPORT #2538158: #38: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING. #60: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. MUST CORRECT THE ABOVE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−16 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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