What is Lee's Garden Chinese Food's health inspection score?

Lee's Garden Chinese Food has a SafeDine safety score of 67 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Lee's Garden Chinese Food last inspected?

Lee's Garden Chinese Food was last inspected on October 22, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Lee's Garden Chinese Food have?

Lee's Garden Chinese Food has 21 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Lee's Garden Chinese Food safe to eat at?

Lee's Garden Chinese Food has a safety score of 67/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Lee's Garden Chinese Food serve?

Lee's Garden Chinese Food serves Chinese cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Lee's Garden Chinese Food

Name: Lee's Garden Chinese Food
Address: 4240B W NORTH AVE, Chicago, 60639
Rating: 67

4240B W NORTH AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 10/22/2025

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Ranked #960 of 1000 in Chicago

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5 inspections

Last: Oct 22, 2025

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Inspections

Clean Rate

4.2

Avg Violations

6 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-33

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-18 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-7 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-5 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-23 pts

Latest

100% weight

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

4240B W NORTH AVE, Chicago, IL 60639

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Violation Timeline

May 2022

1 inspections

1 high priority

3 basic

May

Mar 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

2 basic

May 2024

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

May

Jun 2024

1 inspections

3 basic

Oct 2025

1 inspections

3 high priority

2 intermediate

2 basic

Oct

Inspection History

5 records on file

4 Canvass1 Short Form Complaint

Oct 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

3 High2 Med2 Basic

7 total

56/100inspection score

−44 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS MISSING HANDWASHING SIGNAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED AN INACCESSIBLE HANDWASHING SINK AT THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. THERE WERE PLASTIC BAGS AND BOTTLES OF HANDWASHING SOAP INSIDE THE BASIN OF THE MENTIONED SINK. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ALL HANDWASHING SINKS CLEAR, SO THAT THEY ARE EASILY ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEE USE. EMPLOYEE REMOVED ALL ITEMS FROM THE HANDWASHING SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION FOR HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. EMPLOYEE PROVIDED PAPER TOWEL AT MENTIONED HANDWASHING SINK AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C), CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER INSIDE THE THREE DOOR PREP COOLER CLOSEST TO THE HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
OBSERVED THE DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS ON THE PREP TABLE ACROSS THE STOVE WITH NO LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH COMMON FOOD NAME AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FLOUR AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE SHELVES UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLES IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SHELVES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER WITH FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED FLOORS.

Base deductions−44 pts

Jun 24

Short Form Complaint InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS IN REAR PREP AND UNDER COOKING GRILL. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−6 pts

May 24

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES IN THE PREP COLD HOLDING UNIT, SUCH AS 5LBS OF CHICKEN AT 64.2F AND 3LBS OF BEEF AT 50.4F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED A TOTAL 8LBS AT $90. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW . PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS IN REAR PREP AND UNDER COOKING GRILL. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−11 pts

Mar 23

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 Med2 Basic

3 total

91/100inspection score

−9 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS OUT OF ORIGINAL PACKAGING WITHOUT A LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME ON CONTAINER TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN BEING THAWED IN MOP SINK WITH HOSE COMING IN CONTACT WITH RAW CHICKEN. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD FOOD. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 15 LBS AT A COST OF $40.00. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS IN REAR PREP AND UNDER COOKING GRILL. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−9 pts

May 22

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High3 Basic

4 total

84/100inspection score

−16 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
FOUND NO PAPER TOWELS AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS LOCATED IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH A HAND DRYING PROVISION AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUST BUILD UP ON THE BOTTOM SHELF OF THE PREP TABLE LOCATED NEAR THE REAR EXIT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED REFINISH OR REPAINT TO REMOVE RUST.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
FOUND A HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF GREASE AND OLD FOOD RESIDUE ON THE CAN OPENER AND ON THE METAL STORAGE SHELVES LOCATED NEAR THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
FOUND A LEAK AT THE WASHROOM HANDWASHING SINK FAUCET. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR.

Base deductions−16 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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