What is Maggiano's Little Italy's health inspection score?

Maggiano's Little Italy has a SafeDine safety score of 71 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Maggiano's Little Italy last inspected?

Maggiano's Little Italy was last inspected on June 2, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Maggiano's Little Italy have?

Maggiano's Little Italy has 31 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Maggiano's Little Italy safe to eat at?

Maggiano's Little Italy has a good safety record with a score of 71/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

Official Health Record

Maggiano's Little Italy

Name: Maggiano's Little Italy
Address: 516 N CLARK ST, Chicago, 60610
Rating: 71

516 N CLARK ST, Chicago

Last inspected 12mo ago

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Ranked #270 of 368 in Old Town

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5 inspections

Last: Jun 2, 2025

medium confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

6.2

Avg Violations

13 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-29

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-9 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-7 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-9 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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516 N CLARK ST, Chicago, IL 60610

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Violation Timeline

Jun 2022

2 inspections

4 high priority

3 intermediate

7 basic

Jun

Mar 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

8 basic

Jul 2024

1 inspections

2 basic

Jul

Jun 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

5 basic

Inspection History

5 records on file

3 Canvass1 Complaint1 Canvass Re-Inspection

Jun 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

1 High5 Basic

6 total1 risk factor

75/100inspection score

−20 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

6PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USERisk Factor−10
NOTED EMPLOYEES DRINKING AND PREPARING FOOD AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR EMPLOYEES TO DRINK AND EAT AND NOT AT THE PREP AREAS.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
NOTED SOME EMPLOYEES AT THE PREP AREA PREPARING FOOD WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS OR PROTECTION. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS OR PROTECTION AT ALL TIMES
43IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED−2
NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA AND DINING AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AT THE KITHEN PREP AREA AND DINNING TABLES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NOTED FOIL PAPER USED TO LINE SHELVES AT THE PREP AREA OF THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL FOIL PAPER TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
NOTED DISHWASHING MACHINE IN USE WITH CLOGGED DRAIN AND DIRTY WATER OVERFLOWING ONTO THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-37-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS ESPECIALLY AT THE DISH WASHING AREA WITH OVERFLOWING WATER FROM THE DISH WASHING MACHINE.

Base deductions−20 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Jul 24

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE SIDES OF NON COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DUST AND SMALL FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT FEEDING AND HARBORING.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED WATER GUSHING FROM UNDER THE CAP OF THE PIPE LOCATED AT THE BACK OF THE DISH WASHER MACHINE (UNDER THE ECO LAB SIGN) INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.

Base deductions−4 pts

Mar 23

Complaint InspectionPass

1 Med8 Basic

9 total

79/100inspection score

−21 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
EXTERIOR SIDE EXIT HAS AN OPEN GAP OF APPROXIMATELY 1/2 AN INCH LOCATED AT BOTTOM OF DOOR WHICH ALLOWS FOR PESTS (NEAR 1ST FLOOR DISH/PREPAREA) EXTERIOR DOORS SHALL BE: SELF-CLOSING, SOLID AND TIGHT FITTING, AND LIMITED TO DESIGNATED USE.

Basic (8)

−16 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
BASEMENT BAKERY FOOD PREP SINK NEXT TO HAND SINK MUST BE PROTECTED BY CONTAMINATION. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN SINKS SO THAT FOOD PREP SINK AREA IS NOT EXPOSED TO SPLASH, DUST OR OTHER CONTAMINATION
39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
SINGLE USE PLASTIC BOWLS WITHOUT A HANDLE USED AS A SCOOP IN PASTA PREP-LINE DRAWERS. FACILITY MUST REPLACE WITH A SCOOP THAT HAS A HANDLE ON IT.
41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
IN-USE WIPING CLOTHS ARE NOT STORED PROPERLY. FOUND SALAD AND COOKLINE PREP-COUNTERS. CLOTHS USED TO WIPE SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT SHALL BE HELD IN A PROPER SANITIZER SOLUTION. CLOTHS IN-USE FOR WIPING SURFACES IN CONTACT WITH RAW ANIMAL FOODS SHALL BE KEPT SEPARATE FROM CLOTHS USED FOR OTHER PURPOSES. IN-USE CLOTHS MUST BE LAUNDERED DAILIY.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CARDBOARD AND FOIL USED AS LINING FOR SELVING AND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT IN THE FOLLOWING AREA; BREAD WAIT-STATION. FACILITY MUST REMOVE AND USED ALL SURFACES ARE SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, DURABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED MENS EMPLOYEE RESTROOM LOCATED NEAR BASEMENT OFFICE, HOT WATER FAUCET IS LEAKING. FACILITY MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DUST ON CEILING ABOVE CLEAN DISH AREA ON 1ST FLOOR DISH ROOM/COOKLINE AREA. FACILITY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
UNNECESSARY ITEMS / NONFUNCTIONAL EQUIPMENT FOUND IN BASEMENT MAINTENANCE AREA AND NEAR SEASONING STATION CLOSE TO BAKERY AREA. THE PREMISES SHALL BE FREE OF ITEMS UNNECESSARY TO THE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THE ESTABLISHMENT. THIS INCLUDES EQUIPMENT THAT IS NONFUNCTIONAL OR NO LONGER USED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SEWER LINE CASE TORN/RIPPED IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. FACILITY MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN CASING AROUND SEWER LINES.

Base deductions−21 pts

Jun 22

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Med2 Basic

3 total

91/100inspection score

−9 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE PREP COOLER LOCATED UNDERNEATH ESPRESSO MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS ON COOK LINE COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF ICE ON INTERIOR OF ROLL TOP COOLER AT SALAD STATION. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

Base deductions−9 pts

Jun 22

Canvass InspectionFail

4 High2 Med5 Basic

11 total1 risk factor

35/100inspection score

−60 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS ITEMS SUCH AS CHICKEN WERE PREPARED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO SOAP AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AT ALL EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING LOCATED IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
OBSERVED NO FOOTNOTE ON DIGITAL VERSIONS OF MENU. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOTNOTE ALL DIGITAL VERSIONS OF MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE PREP COOLER LOCATED UNDERNEATH ESPRESSO MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS ON COOK LINE COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF ICE ON INTERIOR OF ROLL TOP COOLER AT SALAD STATION. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE THERMOMETER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED SMALL AMOUNT OF TRASH AND DEBRIS ON GROUND AROUND DUMPSTER IN ALLEY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS, TRASH, DIRT, GREASE, AND GRIME ON FLOORS AND WALLS OF BAR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

Base deductions−60 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 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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