West River Cafe
Across the available record, West River Cafe has 31 inspections on file, the first dated 2011. On Oct 29, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.
“Insects, rodents, & animals not present” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 18 times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was West River Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at West River Cafe on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains 31 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at West River Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 18 times, more than any other issue at West River Cafe.
Has West River Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at West River Cafe have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at West River Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is West River Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, West River Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.