Did Chinese #1 Kitchen pass its last health inspection?

Chinese #1 Kitchen at 5833 S Kedzie Ave was inspected on Nov 13, 2025 by the Chicago Department of Public Health and the result was "Pass".

What violations were cited at Chinese #1 Kitchen?

The most recent inspection cited 12 violations, beginning with: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE ENTRANCE DOOR TO THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TIGHT-FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.

What does "Risk 1 (High)" mean?

Chicago assigns every food establishment a risk category based on how much food handling it does. Risk 1 (High) covers full-service restaurants and is inspected most often; Risk 2 (Medium) and Risk 3 (Low) — such as places serving only pre-packaged food — are inspected less frequently.

Where does this inspection data come from?

The City of Chicago publishes every food-establishment inspection it performs, including the result and the full text of any violations cited. This page reads that dataset directly and updates as the city posts new inspections.

Restaurant inspections / Restaurant

Chinese #1 Kitchen

5833 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago 60629 · Risk 1 (High)

Pass

Most recent result

Nov 13, 2025

Inspections on record

Times passed

Times failed

Violations cited on Nov 13, 2025

#38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE ENTRANCE DOOR TO THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TIGHT-FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
#39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN PREP TABLE COOLER AND DISPLAY COOLER IN FOOD CONTAINERS UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD-GRADED LIDS AND/OR COVERS. OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
#40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVE FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
#43IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPER STORED IMPROPERLY INSIDE OF THE ICE BIN DIRECTLY ON THE ICE. OBSERVED SCOOPS/UTENSILS FOR DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS STORED IMPROPERLY DIRECTLY INSIDE OF THE FOOD CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY BETWEEN USAGE.
#47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED IMPROPERLY IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE COOLER(S) AND/OR FREEZER(S). INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPER IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND CONTAINERS ONLY.
#47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPERS MISSING FOR COMPARTMENTS FOR RINSE AND SANITIZE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
#49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
#53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR IS NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
#55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXPOSED CEILING ABOVE THE HOT WATER TANK NEAR THE DISH WASH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO COVER AND PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
#56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE OVERHEAD VENTILATION THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
#57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND POST.
#58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON DUTY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION/CERTIFICATE AND POST.

Inspection history

Date	Type	Result	Risk
Nov 13, 2025	License	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Oct 17, 2025	License	Not Ready	Risk 1 (High)

Source

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Inspection records are published by the Chicago Department of Public Health. A failed inspection does not necessarily mean an establishment closed — most are re-inspected after correcting violations.

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Chinese #1 Kitchen — questions

Did Chinese #1 Kitchen pass its last health inspection?: Chinese #1 Kitchen at 5833 S Kedzie Ave was inspected on Nov 13, 2025 by the Chicago Department of Public Health and the result was "Pass".
What violations were cited at Chinese #1 Kitchen?: The most recent inspection cited 12 violations, beginning with: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE ENTRANCE DOOR TO THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TIGHT-FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
What does "Risk 1 (High)" mean?: Chicago assigns every food establishment a risk category based on how much food handling it does. Risk 1 (High) covers full-service restaurants and is inspected most often; Risk 2 (Medium) and Risk 3 (Low) — such as places serving only pre-packaged food — are inspected less frequently.
Where does this inspection data come from?: The City of Chicago publishes every food-establishment inspection it performs, including the result and the full text of any violations cited. This page reads that dataset directly and updates as the city posts new inspections.

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