What is The Salt Shed's health inspection score?

The Salt Shed has a SafeDine safety score of 68 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was The Salt Shed last inspected?

The Salt Shed was last inspected on November 4, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does The Salt Shed have?

The Salt Shed has 11 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is The Salt Shed safe to eat at?

The Salt Shed has a safety score of 68/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does The Salt Shed serve?

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

Official Health Record

The Salt Shed

Name: The Salt Shed
Address: 1357 N ELSTON AVE, Chicago, 60642
Rating: 68

1357 N ELSTON AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 11/4/2025

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0Fair

American•Chicago

Ranked #960 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 22% of american restaurants

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2 inspections

Last: Nov 4, 2025

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Inspections

Clean Rate

5.5

Avg Violations

7 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

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

-32

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-20 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-5 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-6 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-30 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% 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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Inspection History

2 records on file

1 Canvass1 License

Nov 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

3 High1 Med3 Basic

7 total

59/100inspection score

−41 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
Low temp dish machine at the bar area not sanitizing at final rinse, 0ppm obtained on Cl test strips, machine being used during inspection. Instructed manager to provide proper sanitizer concentration at final rinse. Priority violation 7-38-025.
29COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP−10
OBSERVED NO VARIANCE OR HACCP ON SITE FOR ROP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. COMBINED WITH VIOLATION#32
32VARIANCE OBTAINED FOR SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS−10
No variance on site for using ROP machine. found several vacuumed package food items in walk-in cooler and freezer, Instructed manager to discontinue using machine until a variance from CDPH is obtained. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. machine is tagged.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
Bulk food container not labeled ( salt ) instructed to label.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
Food handler not wearing hair restraints in kitchen, Instructed to wear.
44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
Deli cups not air dried after washing, instructed top air dry all multi-use utensils.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
Mop sink next to clean utensils rack, Instructed to install a barrier.

Base deductions−41 pts

Dec 24

License InspectionPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 1/2IN GAP UNDER EXTERIOR DOORS ON FIRST FLOOR IN GA AREA AND SECOND FLOOR NEAR BAR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR DOOR TO BE TIGHT FITTING.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED ALL GENDER WASHROOM ON THE FIRST FLOOR WITHOUT COVERED RECEPTACLE IN STALL. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN FOR PROPER DISPOSAL OF SANITARY PRODUCTS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FIRST FLOOR UTILITY ROOM'S FLOOR DRAIN WITH ACCUMULATION OF DIRT, GRIME AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAIN
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED PIC TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND RETAIN CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR REVIEW.

Base deductions−11 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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