Pass

Grand Chinese Kitchen

1511 E 87th St, Chicago, IL 60619

Restaurant ZIP 60619 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Jan 21, 2026

Grand Chinese Kitchen was last inspected on January 21, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.

Latest inspection

January 21, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection

Pass

Result: Pass

2 paperwork
  • PaperworkManagement & training

    Not all food employees had food-handler training.

    Inspector’s note: 2-102.13//observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records at all times.

    Official wording (code 57)

    All food employees have food handler training

  • PaperworkManagement & training

    Required allergen training was missing.

    Inspector’s note: 2-102.13//observed no proof of allergen training for all certified food managers. Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training. Must provide documentation.

    Official wording (code 58)

    Allergen training as required

Inspection history

14 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed facility without chemical sanitizers needed to sanitizer equipment and utensils. Must provide chemical sanitizers and be available for use during all hours of operation. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records at all times.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training for all certified food managers. Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training. Must provide documentation.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  2. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    6 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items not covered in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to properly cover food to prevent contamination.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed single service lids not inverted in rear prep area. Instructed manager to invert all lids to prevent contamination.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food spills and debris on interior and exterior surfaces of prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units, cooking equipment. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed several soiled milk crates and cardboard boxes in prep area. Instructed manager to remove all crates and boxes to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on ceiling tiles and light shields, debris inside light shields and on floors under equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shields in prep area. Instructed manager to replace light shields and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing food handler training for employees. All employees must provide valid food handler training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  3. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    7 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed live roaches crawling on floor near bulk grease containers and under 3-compartment sink in prep area. Observed numerous flying insects in prep and washroom areas. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items not covered in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to properly cover food to prevent contamination.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed single service lids not inverted in rear prep area. Instructed manager to invert all lids to prevent contamination.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food spills and debris on interior and exterior surfaces of prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units, cooking equipment. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on ceiling tiles and light shields, debris inside light shields and on floors under equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed several soiled milk crates and cardboard boxes in prep area. Instructed manager to remove all crates and boxes to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shields in prep area. Instructed manager to replace light shields and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing food handler training for employees. All employees must provide valid food handler training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.

      Inspector’s note: Observed open beverage containers on prep table. Instructed manager to provide closed lid containers for employee beverages to prevent contamination.

      Official wording (code 6)

      Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items not covered in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to properly cover food to prevent contamination.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food spills and debris on interior and exterior surfaces of prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units, cooking equipment. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on ceiling tiles and light shields, debris inside light shields and on floors under equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shields in prep area. Instructed manager to replace light shields and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing food handler training for employees. All employees must provide valid food handler training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  5. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers and employees in the food prep area not wearing a hair restraint. Instructed to have all food handlers and employees in the food prep areas to wear a hair restraint. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Wiping cloths not properly stored when not in use. Instructed to store in sanitizing solution (must be at the required ppm) when not in use. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Cutting boards with deep grooves and stains. Instructed to sand or replace cutting boards to maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: The storage racks in the rear prep area with dirt and dust. Instructed to clean and maintain storage racks.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors behind/under and around the cooking/cooling equipment with dirt, food and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  6. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no metal stem thermometer for internal temperatures on site. Instructed to provide and maintain an adequate thermometer on site.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers and employees in the food prep area not wearing a hair restraint. Instructed to have all food handlers and employees in the food prep areas to wear a hair restraint. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the storage racks inside the walk in cooler with dirt and food build up. Instructed to clean and maintain storage racks.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floors under the sinks, in the corners and under/around the cooking/cooling equipment with food, dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a food handler with an expired food handler's certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a current certificate.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  7. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.13: observed a box of chicken wings stored on the floor under the three compartment sink. Instructed to refrain from storing food on the floor and use proper thawing methods such as sitting the tcs foods in a cold holding unit defrosted or ready to prep.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: 3-305.12: observed a strainer of food with a sheet tray stored on the floor near the three compartment sink. Instructed to refrain from storing foods on the floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed the shelving unit near the hot water tank with food debris. Instructed to clean said shelving unit and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  8. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Hot food was held below a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper hot holding temperatures of 8-9 pans of cooked egg rolls stored at room temperature on the shelving units near the hot water tank area. The temperatures of the egg rolls ranged 93.0-116.0f. Manager discarded approximately 20lbs at $150. Must have hot holding foods at 135 or above. Priority 7-38-005, citation issued

      Official wording (code 21)

      Proper hot holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of tcs foods stored inside of cold holding units for sale. 27 eggs (60.0f) and chicken wings (52.8f) were both found in a two door refrigerator across from the ventilation hood and chicken found at 53.6f stored in a prep cooler across from the ventilation hood. Manager discarded approximately 10lbs at $60. Must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below. Priority 7-38-005, citation consolidated with above.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a box of chicken wings stored on the floor under the three compartment sink. Instructed to refrain from storing food on the floor and use proper thawing methods such as sitting the tcs foods in a cold holding unit defrosted or ready to prep.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a strainer of food with a sheet tray stored on the floor near the three compartment sink. Instructed to refrain from storing foods on the floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the shelving unit near the hot water tank with food debris. Instructed to clean said shelving unit and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from 05/04/2023, report #2575388 #51 5-204.12 observed no backflow prevention device on the ice machine in the food prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain. #43 3-304.12 observed two tongs improperly stored on the barrier between the deep fryer and the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink. Instructed to relocate said tongs and maintain. Priority foundation:7-42-090, citation issued

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  9. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.

      Inspector’s note: 2-401.11 observed 2-3 employees eating throughout the food prep area. Instructed manager to ensure that employees are eating open foods in designated areas in the facility.

      Official wording (code 6)

      Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: 3-305.11 observed an open 10 lb bag of flour stored under the drainboard of the three-compartment sink. Instructed to relocate said flour to avoid possible contamination and maintain.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 3-304.12 observed two tongs improperly stored on the barrier between the deep fryer and the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink. Instructed to relocate said tongs and maintain.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

      Inspector’s note: 4-904.11 observed two scoops stored inside two dry spice storage containers with residue build up. Instructed to clean the utensils more frequently and maintain.

      Official wording (code 44)

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: 4-102.11 observed multiple foods stored in grocery bags in the stand-up freezer in the food prep area. Instructed to store foods in food grade bags and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: 4-301.12 observed one missing sink stopper for the three-compartment sink. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 observed no backflow prevention device on the ice machine in the food prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  10. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 2-3 employees eating throughout the food prep area. Instructed manager to ensure that employees are eating open foods in designated areas in the facility.

      Official wording (code 6)

      Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive black substance build up on the interior panel of the inside of the ice machine above the ice used for human consumption. Must remove build up, clean, and sanitize. Priority foundation 7-38-005, citation issued.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed an open 10 lb bag of flour stored under the drainboard of the three-compartment sink. Instructed to relocate said flour to avoid possible contamination and maintain.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed two tongs improperly stored on the barrier between the deep fryer and the handwashing sink near the three compartment sink. Instructed to relocate said tongs and maintain.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed two scoops stored inside two dry spice storage containers with residue build up. Instructed to clean the utensils more frequently and maintain.

      Official wording (code 44)

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed multiple foods stored in grocery bags in the stand-up freezer in the food prep area. Instructed to store foods in food grade bags and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed one missing sink stopper for the three-compartment sink. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow prevention device on the ice machine in the food prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  11. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hands weren’t washed properly or when required.

      Inspector’s note: Observed employee wash hands by only rinsing hands in water. Instructed manager to ensure employees wash hands properly by utilizing hand soap and using appropriate drying methods. Priority violation 7-38-010. Citation issued

      Official wording (code 8)

      Hands clean & properly washed

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Hot food was held below a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed rice held at an inadequae temperature of 120 f. Instructed manager to ensure all hot foods is held at 135 f and above. Manager discarded 10 pounds of rice ($7). Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 21)

      Proper hot holding temperatures

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water upon arrival to inspection. Water temperature was measured at 82 f. Instructed manager to ensure hot water temperature of at least 110 f. Manager turned on hot water heater. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  12. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease build up on walls near cooking equipment. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  13. Pass

    License · Pass

    1 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signage in toilet room. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed only two sink stoppers for 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to that each compartment must have a working stopper, provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease build up on walls near cooking equipment. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed expired allergen certificate. Instructed manager that the certified food manager must have a valid allergen training certificate on site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 9 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.