What is HO Fat Lee Chinese Kitchen, I Nc.'s health inspection score?

HO Fat Lee Chinese Kitchen, I Nc. 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 HO Fat Lee Chinese Kitchen, I Nc. last inspected?

HO Fat Lee Chinese Kitchen, I Nc. was last inspected on January 20, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does HO Fat Lee Chinese Kitchen, I Nc. have?

HO Fat Lee Chinese Kitchen, I Nc. has 16 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is HO Fat Lee Chinese Kitchen, I Nc. safe to eat at?

Yes, HO Fat Lee Chinese Kitchen, I Nc. 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 HO Fat Lee Chinese Kitchen, I Nc. serve?

HO Fat Lee Chinese Kitchen, I Nc. serves Chinese cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

HO Fat Lee Chinese Kitchen, I Nc.

Name: HO Fat Lee Chinese Kitchen, I Nc.
Address: 1114 S KEDZIE AVE, Chicago, 60612
Rating: 95

1114 S KEDZIE AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/20/2026

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0Excellent

Chinese•Near West Side

Ranked #21 of 196 in Near West SideBetter than 98% of chinese restaurants

Stable

7 inspections

Last: Jan 20, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

29%

Clean Rate

2.3

Avg Violations

3 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Food labeling

Food not properly labeled or dated

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-5

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-4 pts

Latest

100% weight

100

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

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.

Location

1114 S KEDZIE AVE, Chicago, IL 60612

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Violation Timeline

Feb 2023

1 inspections

2 high priority

1 intermediate

2 basic

Feb

Jan 2024

3 inspections

2 intermediate

5 basic

Jan 2025

1 inspections

2 basic

Jan

Jan 2026

2 inspections

1 intermediate

1 basic

Inspection History

7 records on file

4 Canvass1 Non-Inspection2 Canvass Re-Inspection

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 Med1 Basic

2 total

93/100inspection score

−7 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
OBSERVED CONTAINERS STORED NEAR THE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED BROKEN DOWN CARDBOARD BOXES BEING USED TO LINE THE LOWER SHELVES UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−7 pts

Jan 26

Non-Inspection InspectionCleanNo Entry

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jan 25

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
CLEAN THE WOK STATION AND STAINLESS STEEL STORAGE SHELVES ABOVE THE STEAM TABLE AND THE STORAGE SHELVES ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Base deductions−4 pts

Jan 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jan 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionFail

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
2-102.13 OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT A VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW VALID PROOF OF TRAINING.
59PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2587991 ON 1/11/24 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - OBSERVED THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK NOT MAINTAINED. THE PREMISES HAVE A LOG BOOK WITH ONLY 1 INSPECTION REPORT FROM THE LAST YEAR IN THE LOG BOOK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 2 INSPECTION REPORTS FROM THE LAST YEAR IN THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−4 pts

Jan 24

Canvass InspectionFail

2 Med3 Basic

5 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK NOT MAINTAINED. THE PREMISES HAVE A LOG BOOK WITH ONLY 1 INSPECTION REPORT FROM THE LAST YEAR IN THE LOG BOOK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 2 INSPECTION REPORTS FROM THE LAST YEAR IN THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
REMOVE THE DEAD INSECT FROM THE PREP TABLE.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
CLEAN THE PREP TABLE LOCATED ACROSS THE TOP FROM THE EXPOSED HAND-WASHING SINK.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLING CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT A VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW VALID PROOF OF TRAINING.

Base deductions−16 pts

Feb 23

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High1 Med2 Basic

5 total1 risk factor

66/100inspection score

−29 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED REAR HANDSINK TO BE INACESSIBLE WITH GRAY BUS TUB STORED INSIDE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE OBSTRUCTION AND MAINTAIN HANDSINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES IN REAR DRY STORAGE ARE UNDER SHELVING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS AND SANITIZE AREAS.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DEBRIS IN CORNERS OF DRY STORAGE AREAS UNDER SHELVING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON FILTERS IN VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER FRYERS AND STOVES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−29 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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