What is Strings's health inspection score?

Strings has a SafeDine safety score of 89 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Strings last inspected?

Strings was last inspected on February 3, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Strings have?

Strings has 33 total violations across 8 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Strings safe to eat at?

Yes, Strings has an excellent safety record with a score of 89/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Strings serve?

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

Official Health Record

Strings

Name: Strings
Address: 2141 S ARCHER AVE, Chicago, 60616
Rating: 89

2141 S ARCHER AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 2/3/2026

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0Excellent

American•Chinatown

Ranked #104 of 465 in ChinatownBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Stable

8 inspections

Last: Feb 3, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

4.1

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violation

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

-12

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-2 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-6 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+1 pts

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.

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Violation Timeline

Mar 2023

1 inspections

2 intermediate

3 basic

Mar

Apr 2023

1 inspections

3 basic

Apr 2024

2 inspections

4 intermediate

7 basic

Apr

Jan 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Feb 2025

1 inspections

3 basic

Feb

Jan 2026

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Feb 2026

1 inspections

3 basic

Feb

Inspection History

8 records on file

3 Canvass Re-Inspection3 Canvass1 Complaint Re-Inspection1 Complaint

Feb 26

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
THE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE THREE DOOR COOLER IN POOR REPAIR IN THE PREP AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR FROM UNIT.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE COOKING BURNERS IN NEED OF CLEANING AND AREAS UNDERNEATH BURNERS; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN UNDER THE SINKS AND DISHMACHINE.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionFail

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 80 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT UNDER STORAGE SHELVES AND INSIDE OF THE SUBPUMP ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. LAST SERVICE WAS ON JANUARY 5, 2026. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED FOR CONTROL OF VERMIN AND INSECTS.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
THE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE THREE DOOR COOLER IN POOR REPAIR IN THE PREP AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR FROM UNIT.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE COOKING BURNERS IN NEED OF CLEANING AND AREAS UNDERNEATH BURNERS; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN BASEMENT PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN ALSO UNDER SINKS AND DISHMACHINE.

Base deductions−11 pts

Feb 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C): OBSERVED THE SHELF UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE NEXT TO THE NOODLE BOILING EQUIPMENT WITH BUILD UP OF DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.13: OBSERVED SLIGHT DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE CHEMICALS UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE DISHWASHING MACHINE, THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT, AND SURROUNDING THE FOOD PREP TABLES IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.12: OBSERVED THE WALLS AND BEHIND THE PIPES UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−6 pts

Jan 25

Canvass InspectionFail

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE/ PREP AREA. MICE DROPPINGS WERE OBSEVRED ON THE FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN THE BASEMENT: CORNER NEAR THE OFFICE, UNDER THE SHELVES ACROSS FROM THE OFFICE, UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE, AND INSIDE THE CHEMICAL STORAGE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND MAINTAIM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE SHELF UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE NEXT TO THE NOODLE BOILING EQUIPMENT WITH BUILD UP OF DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SLIGHT DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE CHEMICALS UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE DISHWASHING MACHINE, THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT, AND SURROUNDING THE FOOD PREP TABLES IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE WALLS AND BEHIND THE PIPES UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−11 pts

Apr 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

2 Med3 Basic

5 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
4-204.112(B): OBSERVED A MINI COOLER IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT AN AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12: OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT FOOD ITEMS COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C): OBSERVED DEBRIS AND FLOUR ON THE SHELVING UNITS UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLES IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SHELVING UNITS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11: OBSERVED AN OPENING IN THE LOWER WALL UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE DISHWASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL MENTIONED OPENING AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.13: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS BEHIND THE EQUIPMENT AGAINST THE WALL IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA, INSIDE THE OFFICE, INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER AND UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN MENTIONED FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−16 pts

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionFail

2 Med4 Basic

6 total

82/100inspection score

−18 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED A MINI COOLER IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT AN AMBIENT AIR THEREMOMETER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT FOOD ITEMS COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS AND FLOUR ON THE SHELVING UNITS UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLES IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SHELVING UNITS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED AN OPENING IN THE LOWER WALL UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE DISHWASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL MENTIONED OPENING AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS BEHIND THE EQUIPMENT AGAINST THE WALL IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA, INSIDE THE OFFICE, INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER AND UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN MENTIONED FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 04/03/2023, REPORT #2573581 #55: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN AREA UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT INCLUDING SINKS. CLEAN CEILING VENTS AND TILES IN DISHWASHING AREA TO REMOVE PARTICLES AND DUST OBSERVED. CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN UNDER DISHMACHINE. #55: THE CLOSET IN THE BASEMENT WHERE THE SUB PUMP IS LOCATED IS CLUTTERED; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS FROM THE CLOSET. PRIORITY FOUNDATION:7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED

Base deductions−18 pts

Apr 23

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE HOT WATER KNOB AT THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET KNOB. OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE ONE COMP SINK NEXT TO THE DISHMACHINE; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AREA WHERE LEAKING UNDER SINK.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN AREA UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT INCLUDING SINKS. CLEAN CEILING VENTS AND TILES IN DISHWASHING AREA TO REMOVE PARTICLES AND DUST OBSERVED. CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN UNDER DISHMACHINE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
THE CLOSET IN THE BASEMENT WHERE THE SUB PUMP IS LOCATED IS CLUTTERED; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS FROM THE CLOSET.

Base deductions−6 pts

Mar 23

Complaint InspectionFail

2 Med3 Basic

5 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED FROM THE COMPANY THAT THE ESTABLISHMENT IS CURRENTLY USING (TERMINIX); INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LOG BOOK WITH ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS AND LICENSES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C) ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 50-60 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON BASEMENT FLOOR UNDER SHELVES, UNDER PREP TABLES AND INSIDE OF CLOSET WHERE THE SUBPUMP IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE HOT WATER KNOB AT THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET KNOB. OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE ONE COMP SINK NEXT TO THE DISHMACHINE; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AREA WHERE LEAKING UNDER SINK.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN AREA UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT INCLUDING SINKS. CLEAN FLOOR IN BASEMENT AS DESCRIBED IN VIOLATION #38. CLEAN CEILING VENTS AND TILES IN DISHWASHING AREA TO REMOVE PARTICLES AND DUST OBSERVED. CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN UNDER DISHMACHINE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
THE CLOSET IN THE BASEMENT WHERE THE SUB PUMP IS LOCATED IS CLUTTERED; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS FROM THE CLOSET.

Base deductions−16 pts

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Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

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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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