What is Small Cheval's health inspection score?

Small Cheval has a SafeDine safety score of 95 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Small Cheval last inspected?

Small Cheval was last inspected on May 28, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Small Cheval have?

Small Cheval has 9 total violations across 1 inspection on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Small Cheval safe to eat at?

Yes, Small Cheval has an excellent safety record with a score of 95/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does Small Cheval serve?

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

Official Health Record

Small Cheval

Name: Small Cheval
Address: 1119 W WAVELAND AVE, Chicago, 60613
Rating: 95

1119 W WAVELAND AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 5/28/2026

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0Excellent

American•Lakeview

Ranked #101 of 999 in LakeviewBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Stable

4 inspections

Last: May 28, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

2.3

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Facility conditionHigh Priority

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Food storage

Food not properly stored or protected

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-7

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-1 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-3 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+4 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 93/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (95/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

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

1 high priority

Mar

Sep 2024

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 basic

Aug 2025

1 inspections

5 basic

Aug

May 2026

1 inspections

1 intermediate

Inspection History

4 records on file

1 Canvass Re-Inspection2 Canvass1 License

May 26

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

1 Med

1 total

95/100inspection score

−5 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−5

Base deductions−5 pts

Aug 25

Canvass InspectionPass

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

43IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED−2
OBSERVED IN USE ICE SCOOPS STORED WITH HANDLES IN CONTACT WITH ICE IN BAR ICE BIN ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL SCOOPS SO THAT HANDLES ARE NOT IN CONTACT WITH FOOD ITEMS IN BETWEEN USE.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE DETERGENT BOTTLE SET UP/TUBES AT THE HIGH HEAT DISH MACHINE IN THE REAR DISH MACHINE AREA AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETERMINE SOURCE OF LEAK, SERVICE, AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED HOT WATER HANDLE ON RIGHT SIDE FAUCET OF THREE (3) COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA IN REAR OF MAIN FLOOR PREP AREA TO NOT FULLY ENGAGE AND SHUT OFF THE WATER EVERY TIME, CAUSING A SLIGHT LEAK/DRIP. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED TWO (2) OF THREE (3) LIGHTS NOT FUNCTIONAL IN THE OVERHEAD EXHAUST/LIGHITNG IN THE HIGH HEAT DISH MACHINE AREA AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE LIGHTS TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS STORED ON TOP OF PACKAGED ITEMS AND DRINKS IN THE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE/PREP AREA BEHIND THE BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL ITEMS ARE STORED IN A DESIGNATED STORAGE AREA.

Base deductions−10 pts

Sep 24

Canvass InspectionPass

1 High1 Basic

2 total

88/100inspection score

−12 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN 2ND FLOOR DRINK STORAGE AREA ON WEST SIDE OF BAR TO HAVE EXCESSIVE CALCIUM BUILD UP ON THE INTERIOR OF THE LID. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA FREE OF EXCESSIVE CALCIUM BUILD UP.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATES PRESENT WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS ON SITE.

Base deductions−12 pts

Mar 23

License InspectionPass 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
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 ONE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED TODAY

Base deductions−10 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 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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