What is The Hampton Social's health inspection score?

The Hampton Social has a SafeDine safety score of 97 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was The Hampton Social last inspected?

The Hampton Social was last inspected on January 13, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does The Hampton Social have?

The Hampton Social has 10 total violations across 8 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is The Hampton Social safe to eat at?

Yes, The Hampton Social has an excellent safety record with a score of 97/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does The Hampton Social serve?

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

Official Health Record

The Hampton Social

Name: The Hampton Social
Address: 164 E GRAND AVE, Chicago, 60611
Rating: 97

164 E GRAND AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/13/2026

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0Excellent

American•Streeterville

Ranked #50 of 706 in StreetervilleBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Stable

8 inspections

Last: Jan 13, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

50%

Clean Rate

1.3

Avg Violations

3 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-3

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+3 pts

100

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

164 E GRAND AVE, Chicago, IL 60611

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2022

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

Aug

Aug 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

2 basic

Jun 2024

2 inspections

2 high priority

2 intermediate

Jun

Oct 2024

1 inspections

Dec 2024

1 inspections

Dec

Jan 2026

2 inspections

1 high priority

Inspection History

8 records on file

2 Canvass Re-Inspection3 Canvass1 Short Form Complaint2 Complaint

Jan 26

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High

1 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
BOTH 2ND FLOOR GLASSMACHINES NOT MAINTAINED, SANITIZING AT 0 PPM CHLORINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR BOTH 2ND FLOOR GLASSMACHINES MUST SANITIZE BETWEEN 50 PPM-100 PPM CHLORINE. MUST WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE MULTI-USE UTENSILS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK OR AT HIGH TEMPERTURE DISHMACHINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025

Base deductions−10 pts

Dec 24

Short Form Complaint InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Oct 24

Complaint InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jun 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jun 24

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High2 Med

4 total1 risk factor

65/100inspection score

−30 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE WAS POSTED NOR PROVIDED ON-SITE FOR THE PRESENT MANAGER ON DUTY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LEAST ONE VERIFIBLE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TCS FOOD CHICKEN, BEEF, IS COOKED AND SERVED ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF BLACK AND PINK SLIMY SUBSTANCE BUILD UP ON INSIDE INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE AND DRIPPING ONTO ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.MUST REMOVE BUILD UP, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLD TEMPERATURES: 4# CUCMBER LOBSTER SALAD IN REAR PREP COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 56.8F MANAGER DISCARDED PRODUCT WITH VALUE OF $20.00. INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. (PRIORITY 7-38-005) CITATION ISSUE
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 35 LIVE SMALL BLACK FLYING INSECTS SCATTERED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: 1ST FLOOR FRONT & REAR PREP, 2ND FLOOR BAR, DINING ROOM AND GUEST & STAFF LOCKER ROOM & RESTROOMS. FACILITY MUST MINIMIZE SMALL BLACK FLYING INSECTS IN THE FACILITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (a) CITATION ISSUED

Base deductions−30 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Aug 23

Complaint InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 Med2 Basic

3 total

91/100inspection score

−9 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS IN THE REAR PREP AREA ON A ROLLING CART @ IMPROPER TEMPERATURES DURING TIME OF THE INSPECTION... APPROXIMATELY 8LBS OF MILK @53.0F, 6 QTS OF HEAVY WHIPPING CREAM RANGING BETWEEN 51.0-63.2F, APPROIMATLEY 6.5 LBS OF BANG BANG SAUCE RANGING BETWEEN 58.1F-68.0F. ALL SAID ITEMS WERE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO HOLD ALL TCS ITEMS AT 41F OR BELOW AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED ALLUMINUM FOIL USED TO LINE PREP TABLE SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HEAVY EQUIPMENT STORED IN REAR HALLWAY ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−9 pts

Aug 22

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High1 Med

2 total

85/100inspection score

−15 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

33PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL−10
Improper cooling method used in cooling down thick heavy soups, using deep large container, tightly covered. Instructed to use shallow containers, uncover or loosely covered to facilitate cooling down. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
TCS food held at improper temperature, Found 24 lb thick clam chowder soup held at 58.2f in walk-in cooler, soup placed in walk-in cooler a day before, instructed to hold all cold TCS foods at 41f or lower. priority violation 7-38-005. soup discarded valued at $100.

Base deductions−15 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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