What is John's Food & Wine's health inspection score?

John's Food & Wine has a SafeDine safety score of 91 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was John's Food & Wine last inspected?

John's Food & Wine was last inspected on November 21, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does John's Food & Wine have?

John's Food & Wine has 15 total violations across 8 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is John's Food & Wine safe to eat at?

Yes, John's Food & Wine has an excellent safety record with a score of 91/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does John's Food & Wine serve?

John's Food & Wine serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

John's Food & Wine

Name: John's Food & Wine
Address: 2114 N HALSTED ST, Chicago, 60614
Rating: 91

2114 N HALSTED ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 11/21/2025

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0Excellent

American•Lincoln Park

Ranked #142 of 754 in Lincoln ParkBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Improving

8 inspections

Last: Nov 21, 2025

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

38%

Clean Rate

1.9

Avg Violations

5 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

Other violationHigh Priority

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-9

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-6 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+6 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

100

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

2114 N HALSTED ST, Chicago, IL 60614

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2023

1 inspections

Aug

Sep 2023

1 inspections

2 high priority

2 basic

Aug 2024

2 inspections

1 high priority

3 basic

Aug

Sep 2024

1 inspections

2 basic

Oct 2025

1 inspections

Oct

Nov 2025

2 inspections

2 high priority

3 basic

Inspection History

8 records on file

2 Canvass Re-Inspection2 Canvass2 Non-Inspection2 License

Nov 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
2-102.13--OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.

Base deductions−2 pts

Nov 25

Canvass InspectionOut of Business

2 High2 Basic

4 total

76/100inspection score

−24 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

29COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP−10
NO APPROVED HACCP PLAN ON SITE FOR REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGING METHOD USED FOR FOOD IN WALK IN FREEZER. ROP WAS BEING USED FOR DUCK LEGS, PORK SCRAP, CHUCK ROAST, LAMB BELLY, PRIME RIB. MUST PROVIDE A HACCP PLAN APPROVED BY CDPH. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD IS TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 30 LBS AT A COST OF $1,200. CONTACT CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG FOR TAG REMOVAL.
32VARIANCE OBTAINED FOR SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS−10
NO VARIANCE APPROVED BY CDPH. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. SEE VIOLATION #29 FOR CITATION.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED LARGE WATER LEAK AT BOTTOM OF HAND WASHING SINK IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR ACCORDING TO LAW. WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINK MUST BE BETWEEN 100-120F. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.

Base deductions−24 pts

Oct 25

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Sep 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA DRAINING SLOW. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED NO SERVICE SINK/MOP SINK ON PREMISES. MUST INSTALL A MOP SINK AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−4 pts

Aug 24

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High3 Basic

4 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED NEXT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASMENT. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA DRAINING SLOW. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED NO SERVICE SINK/MOP SINK ON PREMISES. MUST INSTALL A MOP SINK AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2581540 ON 09/12/2, VIOLATION#53. NOTED WASHROOMS ON PREMISES WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL WOMEN WASHROOMS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS. #55. NOTED MULTIPLE HOLES AND OPENINGS ON THE CEILING AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PEST. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−16 pts

Aug 24

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Sep 23

License InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High2 Basic

4 total2 risk factors

66/100inspection score

−24 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
NOTED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOLLOWING THE NEW CODE AND GUIDELINES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE VERIFICATION OF POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
MANAGEMENT PRESENTED AN INCOMPLETE SPILL KIT FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA. INSTRUCTED TO GET A COMPLETE SPILL KIT UPON NEXT INSPECTION. (MISSING MOP AND MOPHEEADS, CHEMICALS). PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED

Basic (2)

−4 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
NOTED WASHROOMS ON PREMISES WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL WOMEN WASHROOMS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OTED MULTIPLE HOLES AND OPENINGS ON THE CEILING AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PEST.

Base deductions−24 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Aug 23

License InspectionCleanNot Ready

No violations

100/100inspection score

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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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