Sweetgreen

2500 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Vegetarian
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
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Score
Low Risk

Sweetgreen has been inspected five times since 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 8, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Sweetgreen is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOLING UNIT LOCATED IN LETTUCE PREP WITH BROKEN THERMOMETER. INSTRUCTD TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
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Mar 25, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
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Jul 12, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: FOUND EXHAUST FANS AT RESTROOMS NOT OPERATIONAL.MUST REPAIR.
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Jan 5, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 4, 2023
License
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: COLDWELL SERVICE PREP COOLER NOT MAINTAINED AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE AT 49.0 F ALSO ONE GRAB AND GO REACH IN COOLER OFF AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED BOTH SAID COOLERS AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE MUST BE 41.0 F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sweetgreen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sweetgreen on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

Has Sweetgreen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sweetgreen have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sweetgreen means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Sweetgreen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sweetgreen is inspected around two times per year on average.