What is Schwa's health inspection score?

Schwa has a SafeDine safety score of 77 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Schwa last inspected?

Schwa was last inspected on October 31, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Schwa have?

Schwa has 14 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Schwa safe to eat at?

Schwa has a good safety record with a score of 77/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Schwa serve?

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

Official Health Record

Schwa

Name: Schwa
Address: 1466 N ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, 60622
Rating: 77

1466 N ASHLAND AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 10/31/2025

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American•Wicker Park

Ranked #295 of 583 in Wicker ParkBetter than 22% of american restaurants

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7 inspections

Last: Oct 31, 2025

medium confidence

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Inspections

57%

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

7 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Other violationHigh Priority

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-25

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-11 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-8 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-3 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-24 pts

Latest

100% weight

100

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 75/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (77/100) 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

Mar 2023

1 inspections

Mar

Apr 2023

1 inspections

1 basic

Apr 2024

1 inspections

Apr

May 2024

1 inspections

Dec 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Dec

Oct 2025

2 inspections

2 high priority

1 intermediate

7 basic

Inspection History

7 records on file

3 Canvass4 Non-Inspection

Oct 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

2 High1 Med7 Basic

10 total

61/100inspection score

−39 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

9NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED−10
OBSERVED BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT COOKED MUFFINS BY FOOD HANDLER INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE GLOVES OR UTENSILS TO HANDLE FOODS.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN IN TOILET ROOM MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER SUCH AS 12 OZ. SHRIMP DUMPLINGS-56.4F.5LBS. RAW TROUT-49.0F-51.1F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 5.12 LBS.$75.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)

Basic (7)

−14 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
OBSERVED NO BEARD GUARD FOR MALE FOOD HANDLERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
46GLOVES USED PROPERLY−2
OBSERVED NO USAGE OF DIPOSABLE GLOVES FOR HANDLING OF READY TO EAT FOODS.(COS)
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR STORAGE IN BASEMENT AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICES ON FAUCETS OF MOPSINK WITH GARDEN HOSES ATTACHED TO FILL UP BUCKET MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST ELEVATE ,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE BOXES AND ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN BASEMENT.
62COMPLIANCE WITH CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE−2
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 25 OR MORE CIGARETTE BUTTS IN STAFF BREAK AREA/EQUIPMENT STORAGE AREA IN THE BASEMENT SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR BEING USED AS AN ASH TRAY INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT THERE IS NO SMOKING OR STORAGE OF SMOKING MATERIALS ALLOWED ON PREMISES.MUST REMOVE AND CLEAN AREA.(7-32-020(C)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)

Base deductions−39 pts

Oct 25

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Dec 24

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTED RACKS ON INTERIOR OF LARGE 3 DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAINT OR REPLACE RACKS.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS BUILD UP ON GRIDDLE FILTERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
61SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC−2
OBSERVED NO PREVIOUS SUMMARY POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION #2574136 DATED APRIL 12TH 2023. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO POST SUMMARY FOR PUBLIC VIEW PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B) CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−6 pts

May 24

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Apr 24

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Apr 23

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

61SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC−2
OBSERVED NO SUMMARY POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION #2492352 DATED 3/3/2021. LEFT NEW SUMMARY AND INSTRUCTED TO POST FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B)B. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−2 pts

Mar 23

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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