What is Eiffel Waffle 4, Inc.'s health inspection score?

Eiffel Waffle 4, Inc. has a SafeDine safety score of 89 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Eiffel Waffle 4, Inc. last inspected?

Eiffel Waffle 4, Inc. was last inspected on March 3, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Eiffel Waffle 4, Inc. have?

Eiffel Waffle 4, Inc. has 14 total violations across 4 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Eiffel Waffle 4, Inc. safe to eat at?

Yes, Eiffel Waffle 4, Inc. has an excellent safety record with a score of 89/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Eiffel Waffle 4, Inc. serve?

Eiffel Waffle 4, Inc. serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Eiffel Waffle 4, Inc.

Name: Eiffel Waffle 4, Inc.
Address: 1531 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, 60622
Rating: 89

1531 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/3/2026

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0Excellent

American•Wicker Park

Ranked #105 of 579 in Wicker ParkBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Improving

4 inspections

Last: Mar 3, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

25%

Clean Rate

3.5

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Employee illnessHigh Priority

Sick employee handling food — illness transmission risk

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-13

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-4 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-2 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-1 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+33 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 87/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (89/100) 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.

Location

1531 N MILWAUKEE AVE, Chicago, IL 60622

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Violation Timeline

May 2023

1 inspections

1 basic

May

Aug 2024

2 inspections

6 high priority

3 intermediate

4 basic

Mar 2026

1 inspections

Mar

Inspection History

4 records on file

2 Complaint1 Complaint Re-Inspection1 License

Mar 26

Complaint InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Aug 24

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5-205.15 OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH LEAK FROM FAUCET WHEN WATER IS RUN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR.

Base deductions−2 pts

Aug 24

Complaint InspectionFail

6 High3 Med3 Basic

12 total3 risk factors

4/100inspection score

−81 pts

High Priority (6)

−60 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENSURE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER IS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO BODILY FLUID CLEAN-UP KIT ON SITE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A BODILY FLUID CLEAN-UP KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED 2 HAND WASHING SINKS INACCESSIBLE DUE TO BEING BLOCKED. OBSERVED 1 HAND WASHING SINK BLOCKED BY COOLER AND 1 HAND WASHING SINK BLOCKED BY BUCKETS AND BOTTLES STORED IN SAID HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENSURE ALL HAND WASHING SINKS ARE EASILY ACCESSIBLE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED 2 HAND WASHING SINKS WITH NO PAPER TOWELS. OBSERVED 1 HAND WASHING SINK IN TOILET ROOM WITH BROKEN HAND DRYER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENSURE HAND DRY PROVISIONS ARE PROVIDED FOR ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PAPER TOWELS PLACED AT HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH PREVIOUS VIOLATION
33PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL−10
OBSERVED 2-DOOR COOLER UNIT WITH AN INADEQUATE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 48 F. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENSURE ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS HAVE AN AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 41 F AND BELOW. COOLER TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED TCS FOODS STORED AT INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 49-52 F. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENSURE ALL COLD FOOD IS HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. THE PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED 7 GALLONS OF MILK AND 1 GALLON OF LIQUID EGG WHITES ($50). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED NO METAL STEM FOOD THERMOMETER ON SITE FOR TAKING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE METAL STEM FOOD THERMOMETER APPROPRIATE FOR OPERATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED MORE THAN 20 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, INCLUDING IN THE DISH AREA, NEAR THE PREP AREA, AND IN THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED

Basic (3)

−6 pts

48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED NO TEST STRIPS ON SITE FOR MEASURING SANITIZER CONCENTRATION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE TEST STRIPS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH LEAK FROM FAUCET WHEN WATER IS RUN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED WATER LEAKING FROM CEILING EQUIPMENT INTO BUCKETS ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR EQUIPMENT.

Base deductions−81 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

May 23

License InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES 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−2 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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