What is LA Lena's health inspection score?

LA Lena has a SafeDine safety score of 76 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was LA Lena last inspected?

LA Lena was last inspected on December 18, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does LA Lena have?

LA Lena has 40 total violations across 10 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is LA Lena safe to eat at?

LA Lena has a good safety record with a score of 76/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

Official Health Record

LA Lena

Name: LA Lena
Address: 3756-3758 W NORTH AVE, Chicago, 60647
Rating: 76

3756-3758 W NORTH AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 12/18/2025

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Logan Square

Ranked #427 of 729 in Logan Square

Stable

10 inspections

Last: Dec 18, 2025

high confidence

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Inspections

20%

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-24

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-6 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-7 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-3 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

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.

Location

3756-3758 W NORTH AVE, Chicago, IL 60647

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2022

3 inspections

3 intermediate

12 basic

Aug

Nov 2023

2 inspections

2 intermediate

2 basic

Oct 2024

1 inspections

2 high priority

3 basic

Oct

Nov 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Dec 2025

3 inspections

1 high priority

3 intermediate

9 basic

Dec

Inspection History

10 records on file

3 Canvass Re-Inspection3 Canvass1 Non-Inspection2 Complaint Re-Inspection1 Complaint

Dec 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

1 Med4 Basic

5 total

87/100inspection score

−13 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-501.112: **C** Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE PREP AREAS ENCRUSTED WITH DEAD ROACHES INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-101.17: **C** Wood, Use Limitation OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVES, SURFACES IN REAR PREP BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11: **C** Floors, Walls, and Ceilings- Cleanability OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR AND WALL TILES THROUGH OUT FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS(HALLWAY FROM PREP TO DRY STORAGE, IN REAR AND FRONT PREP). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.16: **C** Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings OBSERVED MISSING CEILINGS TILE PANELS IN THE DINING ROOM, FRONT AND REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS AND WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT ENTIRE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, REPLACE MISSING PANELS AND/OR REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.11: **C** Maintained in Good Repair, Facilities (FACILITIES NOT IN GOOD REPAIR) OBSERVED EXPOSED FOAM-LIKE CAULK ON THE WALLS AND AROUND PIPES THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AREA TO ENSURE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

Base deductions−13 pts

Dec 25

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High2 Med5 Basic

8 total

70/100inspection score

−30 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED AT BAR PANEL INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE THAT TOUCHED ICE FILLED WITH A BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO WASH, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 140 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR STORAGE AREA NEAR UTILITY SINK AND WATER BOILER. OBSERVED 15 LIVE ROACHES IN REAR DRY STORAGE, UTILITY SINK AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE PREP AREAS ENCRUSTED WITH DEAD ROACHES INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVES, SURFACES IN REAR PREP BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR AND WALL TILES THROUGH OUT FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS(HALLWAY FROM PREP TO DRY STORAGE, IN REAR AND FRONT PREP). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING CEILINGS TILE PANELS IN THE DINING ROOM, FRONT AND REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS AND WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT ENTIRE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, REPLACE MISSING PANELS AND/OR REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED EXPOSED FOAM-LIKE CAULK ON THE WALLS AND AROUND PIPES THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AREA TO ENSURE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

Base deductions−30 pts

Dec 25

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Nov 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

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 ALL GASKETS ON FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS ARE TORN. ALL GASKETS MUST BE REPLACED.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
COULD NOT LOCATE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON WATER INTAKE LINE OF ESPRESSO MACHINE IN FRONT SERVICE AREA. MUST BE ABLE TO POINT BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE OUT TO INSPECTOR ON WATER INTAKE LINE.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
ALL CERTIFED FOOD MANAGERS NEED TO SHOW PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.

Base deductions−6 pts

Oct 24

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High3 Basic

5 total

74/100inspection score

−26 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK FOR FRONT SERVICE AREA WHERE ESPRESSO AND JUICE ARE SERVED WITH NO ACCESS TO HANDWASHING. SINK IS COMPLETELY BLOCKED BY A 2 DOOR REACH IN BEVERAGE COOLER. LARGE COOLER MUST BE REMOVED AND HAND SINK MUST REMAIN FULLY ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
15FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED−10
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS OF RAW CHICKEN STORED DIRECTLY OVER RAW VEGETABLES. MANAGER RELOCATED CHICKEN TO A BOTTOM SHELF AWAY FROM RAW FRUITS, VEGETABLES, AND READY TO EAT FOOD. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED ALL GASKETS ON FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS ARE TORN. ALL GASKETS MUST BE REPLACED.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
COULD NOT LOCATE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON WATER INTAKE LINE OF ESPRESSO MACHINE IN FRONT SERVICE AREA. MUST BE ABLE TO POINT BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE OUT TO INSPECTOR ON WATER INTAKE LINE.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
ALL CERTIFED FOOD MANAGERS NEED TO SHOW PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.

Base deductions−26 pts

Nov 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Nov 23

Canvass InspectionFail

2 Med2 Basic

4 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE OR DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO A REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING SENTENCE BEFORE THE REMINDER STATEMENT:"THESE FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR MAY CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS." PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY AND LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROX. 15 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR INSIDE OF THE CLOSET LOCATED AT THE END OF THE BAR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO OBSERVED 10 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, AND BEHIND THE COFFEE BAR AND LIQUOR BAR. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER AND THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS FOR SPICES.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.

Base deductions−14 pts

Aug 22

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-101.11 OBSERVED FROZEN CHICKEN STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-602.13 CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, GRILL, PREP COOLERS, GREASE TRAP,STOVE, AND DEEP FRYER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.

Base deductions−4 pts

Aug 22

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionFail

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-101.11 OBSERVED FROZEN CHICKEN STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-602.13 CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, GRILL, PREP COOLERS, GREASE TRAP,STOVE, AND DEEP FRYER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-501.14 CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
59PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
8-404.14(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2561734 ON 8/4/22 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - OBSERVED APPROX. 30 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS BEHIND THE MAIN BAR AND ON THE SHELVES AND CABINETS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−8 pts

Aug 22

Complaint InspectionFail

3 Med6 Basic

9 total

73/100inspection score

−27 pts

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE OR DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO A REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING SENTENCE BEFORE THE REMINDER STATEMENT:"THESE FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR MAY CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS." PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED A DEAD MOUSE ON A GLUE TRAP BEHIND THE MAIN BAR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD RODENTS FROM THE PREMISES.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES AND LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS. OBSERVED APPROX. 25 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN THE MEN AND WOMEN'S WASHROOMS INSIDE OF THE RESTAURANT SIDE. OBSERVED APPROX. 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN THE CLOSET IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BAR SIDE, AND APPROX. 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE CLOSET AT THE END OF THE BAR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM THE PREMISES. ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 25 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS BEHIND THE MAIN BAR, BEVERAGE SERVICE BAR IN THE RESTAURANT AND FOOD PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED FROZEN CHICKEN STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, GRILL, PREP COOLERS, GREASE TRAP,STOVE, AND DEEP FRYER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
REPAIR THE LEAK UNDER THE LEFT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2528835 ON 8/31/21 NOT CORRECTED: 55 - OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT/FOOD BUILD UP ON FLOOR IN PREP AND DISHWASH AREA, ALONG ALL WALLS AND CORNERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−27 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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