What is Healthcare Alternative Systems's health inspection score?

Healthcare Alternative Systems has a SafeDine safety score of 70 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Healthcare Alternative Systems last inspected?

Healthcare Alternative Systems was last inspected on November 19, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Healthcare Alternative Systems have?

Healthcare Alternative Systems has 25 total violations across 4 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Healthcare Alternative Systems safe to eat at?

Healthcare Alternative Systems has a good safety record with a score of 70/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Healthcare Alternative Systems serve?

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

Official Health Record

Healthcare Alternative Systems

Name: Healthcare Alternative Systems
Address: 1949 N HUMBOLDT BLVD, Chicago, 60647
Rating: 70

1949 N HUMBOLDT BLVD, Chicago

Last Inspected: 11/19/2025

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0Good

American•Logan Square

Ranked #524 of 729 in Logan SquareBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Stable

4 inspections

Last: Nov 19, 2025

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

Clean Rate

6.3

Avg Violations

5 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-30

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-1 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-6 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-14 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-2 pts

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

1949 N HUMBOLDT BLVD, Chicago, IL 60647

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2023

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 basic

Aug

Nov 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

4 basic

Nov 2025

2 inspections

3 intermediate

15 basic

Nov

Inspection History

4 records on file

1 Canvass Re-Inspection3 Canvass

Nov 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

1 Med7 Basic

8 total

81/100inspection score

−19 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 IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA 200-300 DEAD SMALL BLACK FLIES THROUGHOUT FLOOR AND FOOD BOXES, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD BUGS FROM DRY STORAGE AREA.

Basic (7)

−14 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
3-307.11: **C** Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination OBSERVED EXPOSED BRICK WALLS IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. FOOD STORAGE UNDER WASTEWATER PIPES. INSTRUCTED TO COVER AS WALLS AND OPEN CEILING SHOULD BE SEALED, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-101.19: **C** Nonfood-Contact Surfaces OBSERVED CARDBOARD AND ALUMINUM FOIL USED AS LINER ON FOOD PREP EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-602.13: NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF DEBRIS AND ICE BUILDUP ON THE REACH-IN FREEZER IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.11: **C** Maintained in Good Repair, Facilities (FACILITIES NOT IN GOOD REPAIR) OBSERVED REFER UNIT IN BASMENT STORAGE DOOR LINING BROKEN WITH EXPOSED INSULATION, INTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11: **C** Floors, Walls, and Ceilings- Cleanability OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL BEHIND 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN PREP. NOTED IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA CEILING HAS HOLES AND WATER DAMAGE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.12: **C** Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR & DRAINS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN DRY FOOD & PAPER STORAGE AREA,BAR.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
2-102.13: **C** Allergen Training - All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter. Training programs must be accredited by the American National Standards Institute or another reputable accreditation agency under the ASTM International E2659-09 (Standard Practice for Certificate Programs). OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.

Base deductions−19 pts

Nov 25

Canvass InspectionFail

2 Med8 Basic

10 total

74/100inspection score

−26 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

21PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOOD NOT MEETING REQUIRE TEMPERATURE OF 135F DEGREES OR ABOVE ON TOP OF STOVE: RICE WITH VEGTABLES AT 119.6F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 10 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $110.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA 200-300 DEAD SMALL BLACK FLIES THROUGHOUT FLOOR AND FOOD BOXES, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD BUGS FROM DRY STORAGE AREA.

Basic (8)

−16 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED EXPOSED BRICK WALLS IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. FOOD STORAGE UNDER WASTEWATER PIPES. INSTRUCTED TO COVER AS WALLS AND OPEN CEILING SHOULD BE SEALED, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CARDBOARD AND ALUMINUM FOIL USED AS LINER ON FOOD PREP EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF DEBRIS AND ICE BUILDUP ON THE REACH-IN FREEZER IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH LIDS NOT CLOSED DUE TO TRASH OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE TIGHT FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL BEHIND 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN PREP. NOTED IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA CEILING HAS HOLES AND WATER DAMAGE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED REFER UNIT IN BASMENT STORAGE DOOR LINING BROKEN WITH EXPOSED INSULATION, INTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR & DRAINS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN DRY FOOD & PAPER STORAGE AREA,BAR.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.

Base deductions−26 pts

Nov 24

Canvass InspectionPass

1 High4 Basic

5 total

82/100inspection score

−18 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED INTERIOR OF THE REFRIGERATOR IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT MOP/UTILITY SINK FAUCET. MUST INSTALL WHERE IT CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED DIRTY VENTS IN THE STAFF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLAEN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−18 pts

Aug 23

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High1 Basic

2 total1 risk factor

83/100inspection score

−12 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED(SALAD, BEEF). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SMALL HOLE IN WALL UNDER 1-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.

Base deductions−12 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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