What is Iron Age Chicago's health inspection score?

Iron Age Chicago has a SafeDine safety score of 74 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Iron Age Chicago last inspected?

Iron Age Chicago was last inspected on April 7, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Iron Age Chicago have?

Iron Age Chicago has 57 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Iron Age Chicago safe to eat at?

Iron Age Chicago has a good safety record with a score of 74/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Iron Age Chicago serve?

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

Official Health Record

Iron Age Chicago

Name: Iron Age Chicago
Address: 1265 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, 60622
Rating: 74

1265 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 4/7/2026

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American•Wicker Park

Ranked #346 of 583 in Wicker ParkBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Stable

10 inspections

Last: Apr 7, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

5.7

Avg Violations

2 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

13x

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-31

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-18 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-3 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-2 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 69/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (74/100) 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

Apr 2024

3 inspections

2 high priority

1 intermediate

6 basic

Apr

May 2025

2 inspections

2 high priority

2 intermediate

3 basic

Dec 2025

3 inspections

6 high priority

2 intermediate

24 basic

Dec

Mar 2026

1 inspections

5 intermediate

Apr 2026

1 inspections

4 intermediate

Apr

Inspection History

10 records on file

2 Complaint Re-Inspection2 Complaint4 Canvass Re-Inspection2 Canvass

Apr 26

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

4 Med

4 total

80/100inspection score

−20 pts

Intermediate (4)

−20 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−5
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−5
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−5

Base deductions−20 pts

Mar 26

Complaint InspectionFail

5 Med

5 total

75/100inspection score

−25 pts

Intermediate (5)

−25 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−5
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−5
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−5
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−5
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−5

Base deductions−25 pts

Dec 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

8 Basic

8 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

Basic (8)

−16 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
3-307.11 : MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK IN BAR AREA NEXT TO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 3-DOOR SIDES STATION PREP COOLER
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) : MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZER.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DUST AND GREASE BUILDUP FROM DINING AREA DUCTING SYSTEM, PIPES, AND WALLS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.13 : MUST GROUT FLOOR THROUGHOUT BEVERAGE,MAIN PREP,BAR AND DISH WASHING AREAS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOORS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM FLOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA AND KEEP DRY.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST BE PROVIDED AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−16 pts

Dec 25

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High8 Basic

10 total2 risk factors

54/100inspection score

−36 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
2-101.11 : PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
STILL OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANLDED AND SERVED SUCH AS (RICE,PORK,SHRIMP,BEEF.ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)

Basic (8)

−16 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 3-DOOR SIDES STATION PREP COOLER.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
: 4-601.11(C) : MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZER.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DUST AND GREASE BUILDUP FROM DINING AREA DUCTING SYSTEM, PIPES, AND WALLS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
: 6-201.13 : MUST GROUT FLOOR THROUGHOUT BEVERAGE,MAIN PREP,BAR AND DISH WASHING AREAS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOORS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM FLOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA AND KEEP DRY.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST BE PROVIDED AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
3-307.11 : MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK IN BAR AREA NEXT TO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.

Base deductions−36 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Dec 25

Complaint InspectionFail

4 High2 Med8 Basic

14 total2 risk factors

24/100inspection score

−66 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANLDED AND SERVED SUCH AS (KIMCHEE,PORK,SHRIMP.ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK FOR DISH WASHING AREA /MAIN PREP AREA WITHOUT ANY HOT RUNNING WATER COMING FROM FAUCET MUST PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER .MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)
33PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL−10
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 3- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 51.7F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL:FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS .5LBS. KIMCHEE-45.9F..5LBS. CUT LETTUCE-51.8F.1.5LBS. OCTOPUS-50.7F.1.5LBS. RAW SHRIMP-49.1F.1LBS. BIB LETTUCE-44.2F-48.7F.INSIDE OF 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW..APPX.5LBS.$130.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 15 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES IN THE BEVERAGE AREA ON THE UPPER WALL AND NEAR THE FLOOR OF THE STICKY SUBSTANCE AND IN THE DINING AREA ON THE UPPER WALL.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/2/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)

Basic (8)

−16 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK IN BAR AREA NEXT TO 3 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 3-DOOR SIDES STATION PREP COOLER.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZER.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILDUP ON INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DUST AND GREASE BUILDUP FROM DINING AREA DUCTING SYSTEM, PIPES, AND WALLS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST GROUT FLOOR THROUGHOUT BEVERAGE,MAIN PREP,BAR AND DISH WASHING AREAS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOORS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM FLOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA AND KEEP DRY.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST BE PROVIDED AND MAINTAINED.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−66 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

May 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High

1 total1 risk factor

85/100inspection score

−10 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
2-101.11 No certified food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, beef...) Instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.

Base deductions−10 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

May 25

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High2 Med3 Basic

6 total

74/100inspection score

−26 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
The main prep area of the hand-wash sink is clogged with standing water in the basin. Instructed to keep the hand-wash sink in good working order. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c).

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
No food measuring thermometer on site, instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
Found about 50 live fruit flies in the kitchen next to the soda machine, instructed to eliminate insects in all affected areas. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a).

Basic (3)

−6 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
Found a wastewater drain line draining into the salad prep sink. Instructed not to drain wastewater in food prep sinks. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
No sanitizer solution test strips are on site; they were instructed to be obtained. This is a priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
Excessive dirt and soda syrup spills were noted behind the soda machine, and the employee was instructed to clean and maintain.

Base deductions−26 pts

Apr 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS.

Base deductions−2 pts

Apr 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionFail

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENT.
59PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
8-404.13 (B:3) OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED. REPORT #2591905, DATED APRIL 1, 2024, INSTRUCTED THE FACILITY TO #10 ENSURE THE HAND WASHING SINK IS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES AND TO #60 ADDRESS ALL PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS, INCLUDING ENSURING ALL EMPLOYEES COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK UNABLE TO BE USED DUE TO WATER BEING DISPLACED TO AND FLOODING FLOOR WHEN SINK IS RUN; OBSERVED ONLY 2 VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE MORE THAN 2 EMPLOYEES OBSERVED ON SITE INCLUDING SERVERS AND COOKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ADDRESS ALL PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−4 pts

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High1 Med3 Basic

6 total1 risk factor

64/100inspection score

−31 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED, AND SERVED, SUCH AS (CHICKEN, SHRIMP, AND BEEF) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK UNABLE TO BE USED DUE TO WATER BEING DISPLACED TO AND FLOODING FLOOR WHEN SINK IS RUN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE HAND WASHING SINK IS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 15 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, INCLUDING IN THE BAR AREA, THE PREP AREA, AND THE DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED SOILAGE ON TOILETS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENT.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED WITHIN SPECIFIED TIMEFRAME. REPORT #2577005, DATED JUNE 8, 2023, INSTRUCTED THE FACILITY TO #39 PROTECT THE MEAT IN THE BOX FREEZER, #51 REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAINING HANDWASHING SINK IN THE BAR AREA, AND #57 ENSURE ALL EMPLOYEES COMPLETE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS. OBSERVED MEAT IN BOX FREEZER NOT PROTECTED, OBSERVED SLOW TRAINING HAND WASHING SINK IN BAR AREA, OBSERVED SEVERAL EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS ARE ADDRESSED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−31 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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