What is Woodwind's health inspection score?

Woodwind has a SafeDine safety score of 73 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Woodwind last inspected?

Woodwind was last inspected on July 10, 2024. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Woodwind have?

Woodwind has 12 total violations across 3 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Woodwind safe to eat at?

Woodwind has a good safety record with a score of 73/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

Official Health Record

Woodwind

Name: Woodwind
Address: 259 E ERIE ST, Chicago, 60611
Rating: 73

259 E ERIE ST , Chicago

Data may be outdated — inspected 7/10/2024

▲Improving

Own or manage this restaurant?

Claim it to unlock analytics →

0Good

Streeterville

Ranked #481 of 713 in Streeterville

Improving

3 inspections

Last: Jul 10, 2024

low confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

33%

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

23 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-27

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-1 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-3 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-18 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+18 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

Open location in Google Maps →

259 E ERIE ST , Chicago, IL 60611

Open in Maps

View Menu Order Online

Violation Timeline

Nov 2023

1 inspections

2 high priority

2 intermediate

4 basic

Nov

Dec 2023

1 inspections

4 basic

Jul 2024

1 inspections

Jul

Inspection History

3 records on file

2 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection

Jul 24

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Dec 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTY PREP TABLE IN COFFEE PREP SPACE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE. SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED 2 OF 4 TOILETS INOPERABLE AND COVERED WITH GARBAGE BAGS IN WOMENTS TOILET ROOM. NOTED FACILITY HAS ADDITIONAL RESTROOM FOR USE AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING IN GOOD CONDITION.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED REAR KITCHEN WHERE ADDITIONAL ICE MACHINE IS LOCATED WITH EXCESSIVE CLUTTER AND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT STORED. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESARY ITEMS AND MAINTAIN PREMISE.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AS REQUIRED.

Base deductions−8 pts

Nov 23

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High2 Med4 Basic

8 total

62/100inspection score

−38 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT HANDSINK IN FRONT COOKLINE PREP OR NEAR ICE MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HANDSINKS AS REQUIRED BY CODE PIC PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. MANAGER 7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HAND CLEANSER AVAILABLE AT HANDSINK LOCATED IN REAR PREP NEAR DISHWASHING AREA OR HANDSINK LOCATED BY IN USE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HANDWASHING.PIC PROVIDED SOAP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (C). PLEASE SEE ABOVE VIOLATION FOR CITATION INFO.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
OBSERVED no Consumer Advisory for raw or undercooked foods. Instructed to identify such foods by asterisking them to a foot note that states: "These items can be served raw or undercooked or contain undercooked ingredients" and add a statement that says: "Consuming raw or undercooked animal products may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have medical conditions" . INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR SELECTED MENU ITEMS (BURGERS). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 13 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES IN THER FOLLOWING AREAS, REAR PREP ARE ON WALLS AND CEILING ABOVE PREP SPACE, IN DISHWASHING AREA, COFFEE PREP ON EXTRERIOR SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AND FLYING AROUND IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISE. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTY PREP TABLE IN COFFEE PREP SPACE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE. SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED 2 OF 4 TOILETS INOPERABLE AND COVERED WITH GARBAGE BAGS IN WOMENTS TOILET ROOM. NOTED FACILITY HAS ADDITIONAL RESTROOM FOR USE AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING IN GOOD CONDITION.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED REAR KITCHEN WHERE ADDITIONAL ICE MACHINE IS LOCATED WITH EXCESSIVE CLUTTER AND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT STORED. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESARY ITEMS AND MAINTAIN PREMISE.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AS REQUIRED.

Base deductions−38 pts

Community Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!

Leave a Review

Community Safety Reports

No reviewed safety reports. Help keep others safe by reporting any food safety concerns.

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.

Explore More

Restaurants in Chicago Unknown Restaurants Best in Chicago All Illinois Restaurants