What is Vintea's health inspection score?

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

When was Vintea last inspected?

Vintea was last inspected on March 26, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Vintea have?

Vintea has 33 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Vintea safe to eat at?

Vintea 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 Vintea serve?

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

Official Health Record

Vintea

Name: Vintea
Address: 818 N STATE ST, Chicago, 60610
Rating: 74

818 N STATE ST, Chicago

Data may be outdated — inspected 3/26/2025

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0Good

American•Old Town

Ranked #262 of 367 in Old TownBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Stable

7 inspections

Last: Mar 26, 2025

low confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

14%

Clean Rate

4.7

Avg Violations

14 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

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

-26

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-1 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-8 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-12 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-5 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.

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818 N STATE ST, Chicago, IL 60610

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Violation Timeline

Jun 2022

3 inspections

3 high priority

1 intermediate

6 basic

Jun

Aug 2024

1 inspections

5 high priority

2 intermediate

4 basic

Sep 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Sep

Oct 2024

1 inspections

2 basic

Mar 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

6 basic

Mar

Inspection History

7 records on file

1 Canvass2 Complaint Re-Inspection1 Complaint2 License Re-Inspection1 License

Mar 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 Med6 Basic

7 total

83/100inspection score

−17 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH A GAP UNDER THE DOOR OF ABOUT 1/4 INCH AND THE BOTTOM LEFT GAP. ALSO OBSERVED MULTIPLE OPENINGS IN THE CEILING IN THE BASEMENT WHERE THE TWO WHITE REFRIGERATORS ARE AND ON THE HOT WATER UNIT CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED THE INNER WHITE OPENING OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A DARK BUILD UP ON THE LIP OF THE SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION ICE BUILDING UP.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF BOTH OF THE WHITE REFRIGERATORS LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS, FOOD SPLATTER AND STAINS INSIDE AND ON THE GASKET SEALS AROUND EACH ONE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A GREASE BUILD UP ON THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MAINTENANCE TOOLS STORED ON THE LOWER SHELVING NEAR THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. (WHILE WORKER IS WORKING IN THE CLOSET) INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND RELOCATE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE BASEMENT AND IN UNDER AND AROUND SHELVING IN THE NON COOKING AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND DUST ON THE FAN VENT IN THE BASEMENT NEAR THE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−17 pts

Oct 24

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
4-903.12 OBSERVED CLEAN EQUIPMENT STORED UNDERNEATH UNSHIELDED SEWER LINES IN SMALL STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND RELOCATE CLEAN EQUIPMENT FROM UNDERNEATH UNSHIELDED SEWER LINES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-101.19: OBSERVED LARGE BAGS OF RICE STORED ON FLOOR IN SMALL STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT WITH LOCKERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD AND NONFOOD ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.

Base deductions−4 pts

Sep 24

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionFail

1 High2 Basic

3 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
5-203.11: OBSERVED NO EXPOSED SINK FOR HANDWASHING LOCATED IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA OF BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA OF BASEMENT FOR CONVENIENT USE BY EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
4-903.12 OBSERVED CLEAN EQUIPMENT STORED UNDERNEATH UNSHIELDED SEWER LINES IN SMALL STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND RELOCATE CLEAN EQUIPMENT FROM UNDERNEATH UNSHIELDED SEWER LINES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED LARGE BAGS OF RICE STORED ON FLOOR IN SMALL STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT WITH LOCKERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD AND NONFOOD ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.

Base deductions−14 pts

Aug 24

Complaint InspectionFail

5 High2 Med4 Basic

11 total1 risk factor

27/100inspection score

−68 pts

High Priority (5)

−50 pts

3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FOOD EMPLOYEES SHALL BE INFORMED IN A VERIFIABLE MANNER OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT TO THE PERSON IN CHARGE INFORMATION ABOUT THEIR HEALTH AND ACTIVITIES AS THEY RELATE TO DISEASES THAT ARE TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HANDWASHING SINK IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. CORRECTED ON SITE PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED FOR HANDWASHING SINK IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
15FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED−10
OBSERVED WONTONS AND PORK IN BOWLS STORED IN CRATE ON CARDBOARD ON TOP OF OPEN GARBAGE CAN. INSTRUCTED FOOD SHALL ONLY CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS THAT ARE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. CORRECTED ON SITE FOOD VOLUNTARILY SISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $50 WEIGHING 5LBS) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED BLACK MOLDLIKE SPOTS ON INTERIOR WALLS AND SHIELD OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE.
33PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL−10
OBSERVED SMALL GLASS TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA USED TO HOLD COLD TCS FOOD AT AN IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 48.7F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON WALK-IN COOLER. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 48.0-78.6F(MILK 48.0, PORK 50.8F, LEAVES OF LETTUCE 77.9F, PORK 50.4F AND BEAN SPROUTS 78.6F). INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $114 WEIGHING 17LBS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED LAST INSPECTION REPORTS IN PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK DATED 8/2/2023 AND 5/16/2023. INSTRUCTED A RECORD OF ALL VISITS DESCRIBING ALL PEST CONTROL RELATED ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED, INCLUDING INSPECTIONS AND APPLICATIONS OF PESTICIDES OR OTHER METHODS TO CONTROL PESTS TO THE RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT SHALL BE CONTAINED IN PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AND MAINTAINED ON THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C) CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ALL GENDER EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ALL GENDER EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN BASEMENT FOR SANITARY PRODUCTS.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING) DEVICES ON WASHROOM DOORS(SECOND FLOOR AND BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON BOTH WASHROOM DOORS SO THAT THEY SHALL BE TIGHT FITTING AND SELF CLOSING.
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED DAMAGED DUMPSTER LID. OBSERVED DUMPSTER LID BENT UPWARDS ON RIGHT CORNER OF LID CREATING A LARGE OPENING, LID IS NOT TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LID DUMPSTER AND MAINTAIN TIGHT FITTING LID ON DUMPSTER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING PROVIDED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

Base deductions−68 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Jun 22

License Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jun 22

License Re-Inspection InspectionFail

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED NO TESTING DEVICES FOR DETERMINING CHEMICAL SANITIZER CONCENTRATION ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
50HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE−2
OBSERVED NO HOT WATER THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE HOT WATER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−4 pts

Jun 22

License InspectionFail

3 High1 Med4 Basic

8 total2 risk factors

47/100inspection score

−43 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. LEFT TEMPLATE AND INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COPIES OF HEALTH POLICY SIGNED BY ALL EMPLOYEES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLAITON 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO KIT AND PROCEDURE FOR REPSONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. LEFT ONE PAGER AND INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN PROCEDURE AND KIT WITH ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES INCLUDING A SANITIZER RATED AS EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN DOWNSTAIRS DISH WASHING AND PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL CONVENIENTLY LOCATED EXPOSED HANDSINK FULLY SUPPLIED AND CAPABLE OF DELIVERING HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER PRESSURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO CONTRACT WITH A LICENSED PEST CONTROL PROVIDER, RECEIVE SERVICE, AND MAINTAIN ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED NO TESTING DEVICES FOR DETERMINING CHEMICAL SANITIZER CONCENTRATION ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED NO BACKFLOR PREVENTION DEVICE AT ESPRESSO MACHINE IN UPSTAIRS PREP AREA AND UTILITY SINK IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE INSIDE BASEMENT TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−43 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

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Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

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