What is Scissor & Fork's health inspection score?

Scissor & Fork has a SafeDine safety score of 66 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Scissor & Fork last inspected?

Scissor & Fork was last inspected on March 4, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Scissor & Fork have?

Scissor & Fork has 12 total violations across 3 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Scissor & Fork safe to eat at?

Scissor & Fork has a safety score of 66/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Scissor & Fork serve?

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

Official Health Record

Scissor & Fork

Name: Scissor & Fork
Address: 3968 N ELSTON AVE, Chicago, 60618
Rating: 66

3968 N ELSTON AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 3/4/2026

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0Fair

American•North Center

Ranked #411 of 551 in North CenterBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Improving

3 inspections

Last: Mar 4, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

33%

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Employee illnessHigh Priority

Sick employee handling food — illness transmission risk

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-34

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-2 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-4 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+13 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

3968 N ELSTON AVE, Chicago, IL 60618

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Violation Timeline

Dec 2025

1 inspections

Dec

Feb 2026

1 inspections

4 high priority

1 intermediate

6 basic

Mar 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

Mar

Inspection History

3 records on file

1 License Re-Inspection2 License

Mar 26

License Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

1 High

1 total1 risk factor

85/100inspection score

−10 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES FOR EACH EMPLOYEE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−10 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Feb 26

License InspectionFail

4 High1 Med6 Basic

11 total3 risk factors

28/100inspection score

−57 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ENROLLMENT FOR THE FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CLASS OR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ENROLLMENT OR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 NO CITATION ISSUED
3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES FOR EACH EMPLOYEE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP SUPPLIES ON PREMISES TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRCUTED TO PROVIDE ALL SUPPLIES LISTED ON THE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA OF FACILITY. MUST OBTAIN AND INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK UNDER CITY WATER PRESSURE HOT AND COLD WATER. EQUIPPED WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED NO METAL STEAM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES ON PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED NO SINK STOPPERS FOR THE WARE WASHING AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED BEHIND COFFEE FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED ABOVE THAT BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MUST BE LOCATED SO THAT CAN BE SERVICE AND MAINTAIN.
52SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED−2
OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP CONNECTED TO THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL OR SHOW LOCATION OF GREASE TRAP OR INTERCEPTOR.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED BOTH UNISEX CUSTOMERS AND EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOMS WITH DOORS WITHOUT SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A CLOSING DOOR DEVICE.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES PROVIDED IN BOTH UNUSEX WASHROOM. MUST PRIVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED LARGE OPENING INTO WALL NEXT TO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST SEAL OPENING AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST REPAINT AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−57 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

Dec 25

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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