What is Red Onion Tavern's health inspection score?

Red Onion Tavern has a SafeDine safety score of 47 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Red Onion Tavern last inspected?

Red Onion Tavern was last inspected on June 5, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Red Onion Tavern have?

Red Onion Tavern has 42 total violations across 9 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Red Onion Tavern safe to eat at?

Red Onion Tavern has a safety score of 47/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Red Onion Tavern serve?

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

Official Health Record

Red Onion Tavern

Name: Red Onion Tavern
Address: 4210 E MADISON ST, Seattle, 98112
Rating: 47

4210 E MADISON ST , Seattle

Last inspected 10mo ago

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0Poor

American•Madison Park

Ranked #120 of 122 in Madison ParkBetter than 17% of american restaurants

Declining

9 inspections

Last: Jun 5, 2025

medium confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

22%

Clean Rate

4.7

Avg Violations

10 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Cross-contaminationHigh Priority

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Other violationHigh Priority

Regulatory compliance issue

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-53

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-0 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-7 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-18 pts

Latest

100% weight

100

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

4210 E MADISON ST , Seattle, WA 98112

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2023

1 inspections

2 high priority

1 intermediate

Aug

Jan 2024

1 inspections

Feb 2024

1 inspections

7 high priority

2 intermediate

Feb

Sep 2024

1 inspections

8 high priority

2 intermediate

Oct 2024

2 inspections

10 high priority

Oct

Mar 2025

1 inspections

5 high priority

Apr 2025

1 inspections

Apr

Jun 2025

1 inspections

4 high priority

1 intermediate

Inspection History

9 records on file

4 Routine Inspection/Field Review2 Consultation/Education - Field3 Return Inspection

Jun 25

Routine Inspection/Field Review InspectionLatest

4 High1 Med

5 total4 risk factors

35/100inspection score

−45 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

RED2200 - Accurate thermometer provided and used to evaluate temperature of TCS foodsRisk Factor−10
RED2600 - Compliance with valid permit; operating and risk control plans and required written procedureRisk Factor−10
RED0200 - Food Worker Cards current for all food workers; new food workers trainedRisk Factor−10
RED0100 - PIC present, demonstrates knowledge and performs duties to maintain AMC; certified manager onRisk Factor−10

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

BLUE5000 - Posting of permit; mobile establishment name easily visible−5

Base deductions−45 pts

Risk factor bonus (4× +5)−20 pts

Apr 25

Consultation/Education - Field InspectionClean

No violations

100/100inspection score

Mar 25

Return Inspection Inspection

5 High

5 total5 risk factors

25/100inspection score

−35 pts

High Priority (5)

−35 pts

IV8HSG8LL0200 - Food Worker Cards current for all food workers; new food workers trainedRisk Factor−5
IVL1RI9RB2200 - Accurate thermometer provided and used to evaluate temperature of TCS foodsRisk Factor−5
IV4KSIE9E2600 - Compliance with valid permit; operating and risk control plans and required written procedureRisk Factor−10
IVWJDWT2T0100 - PIC present, demonstrates knowledge and performs duties to maintain AMC; certified manager onRisk Factor−5
IVK1OT90C1100 - Proper disposition of returned, previously served, unsafe, or contaminated food; Date markingRisk Factor−10

Base deductions−35 pts

Risk factor bonus (5× +5)−25 pts

Oct 24

Return Inspection Inspection

5 High

5 total5 risk factors

25/100inspection score

−35 pts

High Priority (5)

−35 pts

IVZME70XT0100 - PIC present, demonstrates knowledge and performs duties to maintain AMC; certified manager onRisk Factor−5
IVW3KAKWS2200 - Accurate thermometer provided and used to evaluate temperature of TCS foodsRisk Factor−5
IVHQQIXPM2600 - Compliance with valid permit; operating and risk control plans and required written procedureRisk Factor−10
IVTID3OTX0200 - Food Worker Cards current for all food workers; new food workers trainedRisk Factor−5
IVPAM82BE1100 - Proper disposition of returned, previously served, unsafe, or contaminated food; Date markingRisk Factor−10

Base deductions−35 pts

Risk factor bonus (5× +5)−25 pts

Oct 24

Return Inspection Inspection

5 High

5 total5 risk factors

25/100inspection score

−35 pts

High Priority (5)

−35 pts

IV1UER0D30100 - PIC present, demonstrates knowledge and performs duties to maintain AMC; certified manager onRisk Factor−5
IV4IURO0F2200 - Accurate thermometer provided and used to evaluate temperature of TCS foodsRisk Factor−5
IVR92XGKU0200 - Food Worker Cards current for all food workers; new food workers trainedRisk Factor−5
IV7JGBQHT1100 - Proper disposition of returned, previously served, unsafe, or contaminated food; Date markingRisk Factor−10
IVMFFA0SA2600 - Compliance with valid permit; operating and risk control plans and required written procedureRisk Factor−10

Base deductions−35 pts

Risk factor bonus (5× +5)−25 pts

Sep 24

Routine Inspection/Field Review Inspection

8 High2 Med

10 total8 risk factors

0/100inspection score

−61 pts

High Priority (8)

−55 pts

IVDDEGSDL4100 - Warewashing facilities properly installed, maintained, used;Risk Factor−5
IVT8SLDG24200 - Food-contact surfaces maintained, clean, sanitizedRisk Factor−5
IV6IBEJFH1100 - Proper disposition of returned, previously served, unsafe, or contaminated food; Date markingRisk Factor−10
IVFMCCM0F2600 - Compliance with valid permit; operating and risk control plans and required written procedureRisk Factor−10
IVH3XX98N0100 - PIC present, demonstrates knowledge and performs duties to maintain AMC; certified manager onRisk Factor−5
IVYGPNZNC0200 - Food Worker Cards current for all food workers; new food workers trainedRisk Factor−5
IVZXZE0KI0600 - Adequate handwashing facilitiesRisk Factor−10
IVWK9XMR02200 - Accurate thermometer provided and used to evaluate temperature of TCS foodsRisk Factor−5

Intermediate (2)

−6 pts

IV3ZRCMJ84300 - Non-food contact surfaces maintained and clean−3
IVWE5SK3K4700 - Garbage, refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained−3

Base deductions−61 pts

Risk factor bonus (8× +5)−40 pts

Feb 24

Routine Inspection/Field Review Inspection

7 High2 Med

9 total7 risk factors

0/100inspection score

−46 pts

High Priority (7)

−40 pts

IVHMRUSFR4000 - Food and non-food surfaces properly used and constructed; cleanableRisk Factor−5
IV0FGOMMG3400 - Wiping cloths properly used, stored, sanitizer concentrationRisk Factor−5
IVRLZHK0M4200 - Food-contact surfaces maintained, clean, sanitizedRisk Factor−5
IV3D5ZIST4100 - Warewashing facilities properly installed, maintained, used;Risk Factor−5
IV0PUWBDY2600 - Compliance with valid permit; operating and risk control plans and required written procedureRisk Factor−10
IV3R0SXIV0200 - Food Worker Cards current for all food workers; new food workers trainedRisk Factor−5
IVFUARAQZ2200 - Accurate thermometer provided and used to evaluate temperature of TCS foodsRisk Factor−5

Intermediate (2)

−6 pts

IVSPMPLHN4300 - Non-food contact surfaces maintained and clean−3
IV6WPKCDE4700 - Garbage, refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained−3

Base deductions−46 pts

Risk factor bonus (7× +5)−35 pts

Jan 24

Consultation/Education - Field InspectionClean

No violations

100/100inspection score

Aug 23

Routine Inspection/Field Review Inspection

2 High1 Med

3 total2 risk factors

65/100inspection score

−23 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

IVGYT0TWC0600 - Adequate handwashing facilitiesRisk Factor−10
IVUU1EF412500 - Toxic substances properly identified, stored, usedRisk Factor−10

Intermediate (1)

−3 pts

IVMYSCV0U4300 - Non-food contact surfaces maintained and clean−3

Base deductions−23 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

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Data source: Seattle/King County · 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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