What is Boem's health inspection score?

Boem has a SafeDine safety score of 96 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Boem last inspected?

Boem was last inspected on March 20, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Boem have?

Boem has 12 total violations across 10 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Boem safe to eat at?

Yes, Boem has an excellent safety record with a score of 96/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Boem serve?

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

Official Health Record

Boem

Name: Boem
Address: 3910-3914 W MONTROSE AVE, Chicago, 60618
Rating: 96

3910-3914 W MONTROSE AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/20/2026

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0Excellent

American•North Center

Ranked #43 of 551 in North CenterBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Stable

9 inspections

Last: Mar 20, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

56%

Clean Rate

1.3

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-5

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-2 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 95/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (96/100) 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.

Location

3910-3914 W MONTROSE AVE, Chicago, IL 60618

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Violation Timeline

Jul 2022

2 inspections

2 high priority

2 intermediate

1 basic

Jul

Jul 2023

2 inspections

3 basic

Nov 2024

1 inspections

Nov

Dec 2024

1 inspections

Nov 2025

1 inspections

Nov

Dec 2025

1 inspections

3 basic

Mar 2026

1 inspections

1 intermediate

Mar

Inspection History

9 records on file

1 Complaint4 Canvass4 Non-Inspection

Mar 26

Complaint InspectionLatestPass

1 Med

1 total

95/100inspection score

−5 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−5

Base deductions−5 pts

Dec 25

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
EXTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE NOTED WITH PEELING PLASTIC. MUST REMOVE PEELING PLASTIC TO PREVENT PHYSICAL CONTAMINATION OF THE ICE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
RAW WOODEN FLOOR AND RAW WOOD UNDER REFRIGERATION IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM BEHIND THE BAR AREA MUST BE PAINTED/SEALED TO BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
UNUSED COOLER IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM BEHIND THE BAR MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING.

Base deductions−6 pts

Nov 25

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Dec 24

Canvass InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Nov 24

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jul 23

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. NO SODA OR MILK CRATES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
FOUND (ONE) EXPIRED APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jul 23

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jul 22

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High2 Med1 Basic

5 total

68/100inspection score

−32 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A HANDWASHING SINK ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK/PREP AREA WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SUPPLIED WITH SOAP AND HAND PAPERTOWELS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK FRONT BAR.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS/BINS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (SALT, SUGAR, FLOUR ETC).
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED GAP OPENING APPROX:1/4" AT BOTTOM OF FRONT EXIT DOOR.MUST PEST PROOF MENTIONED DOOR ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARD ON TOP OF THE KTCHEN PREP LINE COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−32 pts

Jul 22

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

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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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