PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
SOUTH CHINA KITCHEN INC. Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 18, 2026
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #1121241
1
Total Violations
1
Critical
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 18, 2026. The inspection type was "Complaint Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 1 violation during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
1
Violation #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: FOUND NO HOT WATER PER CITY CODE. TEMPERATURES RANGED FROM 74.2-75.4F AT THE HAND-WASHING AND 3-COMP. SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT WATER PER CITY CODE (100.0F-110F OR HIGHER). PRIORITY 7-38-030(c) CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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