What is Sifr's health inspection score?

Sifr has a SafeDine safety score of 90 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Sifr last inspected?

Sifr was last inspected on October 27, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Sifr have?

Sifr has 21 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Sifr safe to eat at?

Yes, Sifr has an excellent safety record with a score of 90/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Sifr serve?

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

Official Health Record

Sifr

Name: Sifr
Address: 660 N ORLEANS ST, Chicago, 60654
Rating: 90

660 N ORLEANS ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 10/27/2025

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0Excellent

American•River North

Ranked #69 of 547 in River NorthBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Improving

7 inspections

Last: Oct 27, 2025

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

29%

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

6 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Facility conditionHigh Priority

Building maintenance or structural issues

Permit/documentationHigh Priority

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-10

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-4 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-1 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-1 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+19 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

660 N ORLEANS ST, Chicago, IL 60654

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Violation Timeline

May 2023

1 inspections

1 high priority

5 basic

May

Sep 2024

1 inspections

2 basic

Nov 2024

1 inspections

2 high priority

1 intermediate

2 basic

Nov

Aug 2025

1 inspections

Sep 2025

2 inspections

3 high priority

2 intermediate

3 basic

Sep

Oct 2025

1 inspections

Inspection History

7 records on file

2 Canvass Re-Inspection2 Canvass1 Non-Inspection1 Short Form Complaint1 License

Oct 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Sep 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionFail

1 High

1 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
5-204.11---INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE, DESIGNATED HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY EQUIPPED WITH SOAP, HAND DRYING AND REQUIRED SIGNAGE AT THE FOLLOWING AREAS:1ST FLOOR BAR AND ROOF TOP BAR ALSO, ROOF TOP BAR NEEDS A SEPARATE DUMP SINK.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),NO CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−10 pts

Sep 25

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High2 Med3 Basic

7 total1 risk factor

59/100inspection score

−36 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010,CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE, DESIGNATED HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY EQUIPPED WITH SOAP, HAND DRYING AND REQUIRED SIGNAGE AT THE FOLLOWING AREAS:1ST FLOOR BAR AND ROOF TOP BAR ALSO, ROOF TOP BAR NEEDS A SEPARATE DUMP SINK.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),NO CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR THE LEADS TO ALLEY WITH GAP OPENING APPROX:1/4" AT BOTTOM LEFT HAND CORNER.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES.APPROXIMATELY 40 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS OBSERVED ON THE WALLS AND CEILINGS AND EQUIPMENTS IN THE REAR PASTRY PREP/DISHWASHING AREA AND APPROXIMATELY 30 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH STORAGE RACKS IN THE REAR BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR FREEZER LOCATED AT REAR PASTRY PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE REAR BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

Base deductions−36 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Aug 25

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Nov 24

Short Form Complaint InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High1 Med2 Basic

5 total2 risk factors

61/100inspection score

−29 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
2-101.11: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. CORRECTED ON SITE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 11:55AM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
2-101.11: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. CORRECTED ON SITE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 11:55AM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

21PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED HOT TCS FOOD(RICE) HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 129.9F. INSTRUCTED ALL HOT TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 135F OR ABOVE. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $225 WEIGHING 14LBS. CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION BELOW PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.11: OBSERVED THE DISH WASHING UNIT AT THE END OF THE LINE COMING LOOSE FROM WALL. INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE BREEDING AND HARBORING SPACE FOR INSECTS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.12: OBSERVED THE WHITE DRAINS IN THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND SMALL FOOD DEBRIS, ALSO OBSERVED THE WALL UNDER THE DISH WASHING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD SPLATTER ON THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE FEEDING, BREEDING AND HARBORING SPACE FOR PEST AND OR INSECTS.

Base deductions−29 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Sep 24

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE DISH WASHING UNIT AT THE END OF THE LINE COMING LOOSE FROM WALL. INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE BREEDING AND HARNORING SPACE FOR INSECTS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE WHITE DRAINS IN THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND SMALL FOOD DEBRIS, ALSO OBSERVED THE WALL UNDER THE DISH WASHING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD SPLATTER ON THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE FEEDING, BREEDING AND HARBORING SPACE FOR PEST AND OR INSECTS.

Base deductions−4 pts

May 23

License InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High5 Basic

6 total

80/100inspection score

−20 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE IS NOT CLEAN TO SIGHT AND TOUCH, OBSERVED PINK SLIME DEBRIS ON INTERIOR DRIP PLATE. MANAGER STARED TO CLEAN THE ICE MACHINE WHILE ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT FOUND ON BASEMENT ICE MACHINE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
ALL SINK FIXTURE UNITS THAT IS NOT EASILY MOVABLE MUST BE CAULKED/SEALED ADJACENT TO WALLS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMILATED DUST ON VENTS ABOVE THE PREP/DISH AREA. FACILITY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
RAW WOOD EXPOSED COUNTER TOPS LOCATED AT BOTH BARS AND WALL EDGE ABOVE REACH-IN COOLERS IN COOKLINE. FACILITY MUST ENSURE THAT ALL SURFACES ARE SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, DURABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATIONS NOT PROVIDED ON SITE. FACILITY MUST ENSURE THAT ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES OBTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION.

Base deductions−20 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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