What is Cafe Selmarie's health inspection score?

Cafe Selmarie has a SafeDine safety score of 75 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Cafe Selmarie last inspected?

Cafe Selmarie was last inspected on April 16, 2024. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Cafe Selmarie have?

Cafe Selmarie has 28 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Cafe Selmarie safe to eat at?

Cafe Selmarie has a good safety record with a score of 75/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Cafe Selmarie serve?

Cafe Selmarie serves Cafe cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Cafe Selmarie

Name: Cafe Selmarie
Address: 4729 N LINCOLN AVE, Chicago, 60625
Rating: 75

4729 N LINCOLN AVE , Chicago

Data may be outdated — inspected 4/16/2024

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Cafe•Lincoln Square

Ranked #255 of 450 in Lincoln SquareBetter than 59% of cafe restaurants

Improving

5 inspections

Last: Apr 16, 2024

low confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

5.6

Avg Violations

26 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

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-51

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-5 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-11 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-25 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+24 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 49/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (75/100) 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

Jun 2022

2 inspections

1 high priority

4 intermediate

3 basic

Jun

Aug 2023

1 inspections

3 high priority

2 basic

Apr 2024

2 inspections

1 high priority

14 basic

Apr

Inspection History

5 records on file

2 Canvass Re-Inspection3 Canvass

Apr 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
3-307.11--Observed hand sink near rear exit door to not be properly protected from contamination between prep sink and service/utility sink. Instructed manager to provide splash guard on each side to protect against potential contamination.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5-204.12-- Observed no backflow prevention device present at following locations: service/utility sink near rear exit door;coffee expresso unit at front counter; water dispenser at front counter. Instructed manager to provide backflow prevention device at each location.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-202.11--Observed light above rear hand sink near rear exit door and light above ovens in rear bakery area to not have protective shields or covers. Provide protective light shield or shatter resistant light bulbs.

Base deductions−6 pts

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High11 Basic

12 total

68/100inspection score

−32 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
Observed no easily accessible or convenient hand sink available for use by employees in the following locations: the main kitchen food prep and stove top area; the east adjacent bakery preparation area. Instructed manager to install additional handwashing sinks with hot and cold running water fully equipped with soap and hand paper towels. Handwashing sinks must be conveniently located and accessible, and to be used solely for hand washing. Priority foundation violation, 7-38-030(c). (See Comments). No citation issued.

Basic (11)

−22 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
Observed hand sink near rear exit door to not be properly protected from contamination between prep sink and service/utility sink. Instructed manager to provide splash guard on each side to protect against potential contamination.
44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
Observed bowls and storage bins stored with food contact surfaces exposed. Instructed manager to protect from contamination or store inverted.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
Observed deeply scratched cutting boards in the bakery prep area at the most eastern wall. Instructed manager to resurface or provide new cutting boards to maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
Observed no sink used for food preparation present in the coffee and beverage service area directly adjacent to main prep area where coffee, alcoholic drinks, and some mixed drinks (alcohol) are being prepared and served. Instructed manager that a food preparation sink for food preparation, obtaining water, and discarding liquid waste must be available in this service area.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
Observed no backflow prevention device present at following locations: service/utility sink near rear exit door; at the ice machine; coffee expresso unit at front counter; water dispenser at front counter. Instructed manager to provide backflow prevention device at each location.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
Observed the use of milk crates for shelving near the rear exit door and inside the walk in cooler. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items and to provide dedicated shelves.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
Observed missing outlet cover with gaps present around outlet in the coffee service and coffee prep area in front. Instructed manager to provide cover to ensure area is smooth and easily cleanable.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
Observed damaged and loose floor tile in the men's customer bathroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain area to be in good repair and easily cleanable.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
Observed heavy grease and dust build up on the ventilation hood system over the ovens in the rear bakery area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain system clean and free of heavy dust and grease build up.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
Observed light above rear hand sink near rear exit door and light above ovens in rear bakery area to not have protective shields or covers. Provide protective light shield or shatter resistant light bulbs.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
Observed some expired Food Handler certificates present. Instructed manager to audit and maintain proper food handler training for all applicable employees.

Base deductions−32 pts

Aug 23

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

3 High2 Basic

5 total2 risk factors

56/100inspection score

−34 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION.
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (EGGS, CREAM CHEESE, AND MILK) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE IN FRONT PREP AREA HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE FOR ALL HAND WASHING SINKS.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM OR IN MULTI-GENDER EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL IN BAKERY PREP AREA NEAR OVEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL HOLES IN WALL.

Base deductions−34 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Jun 22

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Med1 Basic

2 total

93/100inspection score

−7 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.15--INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRANCE/EXIT DOOR AND IN REAR SIDE BOTTOM DOOR (BY THE OFFICE).

Basic (1)

−2 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
2-102.13--FOUND EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Base deductions−7 pts

Jun 22

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High3 Med2 Basic

6 total

71/100inspection score

−29 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL (3) HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA.

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EATING RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
INSTRUCTED TO LABEL SOME FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, PANKO ETC).
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRANCE/EXIT DOOR AND IN REAR SIDE BOTTOM DOOR (BY THE OFFICE).

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND STORAGE RACKS WITH POOLED WATER IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
FOUND EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Base deductions−29 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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