What is Vhc Lower, Llc's health inspection score?

Vhc Lower, Llc has a SafeDine safety score of 98 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Vhc Lower, Llc last inspected?

Vhc Lower, Llc was last inspected on March 3, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Vhc Lower, Llc have?

Vhc Lower, Llc has 9 total violations across 4 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Vhc Lower, Llc safe to eat at?

Yes, Vhc Lower, Llc has an excellent safety record with a score of 98/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Vhc Lower, Llc serve?

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

Official Health Record

Vhc Lower, Llc

Name: Vhc Lower, Llc
Address: 203 N WABASH AVE, Chicago, 60601
Rating: 98

203 N WABASH AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/3/2026

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0Excellent

American•The Loop

Ranked #31 of 865 in The LoopBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Stable

4 inspections

Last: Mar 3, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

25%

Clean Rate

2.3

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Permit/documentationHigh Priority

Administrative or documentation issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-2

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+3 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

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

203 N WABASH AVE, Chicago, IL 60601

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Violation Timeline

Sep 2022

1 inspections

1 high priority

4 basic

Sep

Nov 2023

1 inspections

1 basic

Aug 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Aug

Mar 2026

1 inspections

Inspection History

4 records on file

4 Canvass

Mar 26

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Aug 24

Canvass InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED CUT MELON INSIDE OF DRAWER COOLER STORED DIRECTLY IN CONTACT WITH LINEN PLACED UNDERNEATH FRUIT. INSTRUCTED NOT TO STORE FOOD ITEMS IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH LINENS.
40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
OBSERVED EMPLOYEES ENTER BEHIND COOKLINE AND PREP AREAS WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT HAIR RESTRAINTS MUST BE WORN WHEN ENTERING PREP AREAS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A THICK ICE ACCUMULATION ON THE BOTTOM OF REACH-IN FREEZER AT THE END OF COOKLINE. INSTRUCTED TO DEFORST/REMOVE ICE, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−6 pts

Nov 23

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
Wiping cloth for espresso machine not stored properly, instructed to keep in sanitizer-bucket

Base deductions−2 pts

Sep 22

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High4 Basic

5 total1 risk factor

77/100inspection score

−18 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED (SUCH AS BEEF AND EGGS). INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED MUST POST A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD ON MAIN COOK LINE COVERED WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS AROUND DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN DISH AND PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−18 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 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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