Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
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Inspectors have visited Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant 22 times, with records going back to 2019. Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant was last inspected on Jan 20, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been the most frequent reason, cited 15 times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12: OBSERVED THE SMALL CLEAR CONTAINERS NOT LABELED ON THE SHELF ABOVE THE PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH COMMON FOOD NAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(B): OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING. THE WALLS OF THE UNIT OBSERVED WITH SLIGHT BLACK-LIKE SUBSTANCE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15: OBSERVED ALL EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS UNABLE TO COMPLETELY TURN OFF WATER. WATER VALVE BELOW SINK IS USED TO STOP TRICKLING WATER COMPLETELY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT WATER CAN BE OPERATED BY KNOBS.
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Jan 9, 2026
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SOAP AT THE HANDWASHING SINK ACROSS FROM THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST HAVE HANDWASHING SOAP AT ALL TIMES. SOAP WAS PROVIDED WHEN NOTIFIED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C), CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 08/08/2025, REPORT #2621965 #38: 6-202.15: OBSERVED THE FRONT EXTERIOR DOOR NOT TIGHTLY FITTING AT THE BOTTOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A PROPER WEATHER STRIP TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS. #53: 6-501.18: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FIXTURES IN THE WASHROOM. #55: 6-501.12: CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, ESPECIALLY ABOVE THE 2-COMPARTMENT SINK. CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE DRY STORAGE ROOM BENEATH THE STORAGE SHELVES AND THE FLOOR BENEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO OF THE THREE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS INACCESSIBLE. FOUND BINS AND METAL CONTAINERS STORED INSIDE THE HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MUST KEEP SINKS CLEAR AND EASILY ACCESSIBLE FOR HANDWASHING. ITEMS WERE REMOVED ONCE NOTIFIED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE SMALL CLEAR CONTAINERS NOT LABELED ON THE SHELF ABOVE THE PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH COMMON FOOD NAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING. THE WALLS OF THE UNIT OBSERVED WITH SLIGHT BLACK-LIKE SUBSTANCE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS UNABLE TO COMPLETELY TURN OFF WATER. WATER VALVE BELOW SINK IS USED TO STOP TRICKLING WATER COMPLETELY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT WATER CAN BE OPERATED BY KNOBS.
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Aug 8, 2025
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT EXTERIOR DOOR NOT TIGHTLY FITTING AT THE BOTTOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A PROPER WEATHER STRIP TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL STORAGE RACKS/SHELVING IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE DUST, DEBRIS, AND COBB WEBBING.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 6-501.18 MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FIXTURES IN THE WASHROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, ESPECIALLY ABOVE THE 2-COMPARTMENT SINK. CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE DRY STORAGE ROOM BENEATH THE STORAGE SHELVES AND THE FLOOR BENEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 4-202.18 MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Jun 6, 2025
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT EXTERIOR DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING AT THE BOTTOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A PROPER WEATHER STRIP TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL STORAGE RACKS/SHELVING IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE DUST,DEBRIS AND COBB WEBBS.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FIXTURES IN THE WASHROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA ESPECIALLY ABOVE THE 2-COMPARTMENT SINK. CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE DRY STORAGE ROOM BENEATH THE STORAGE SHELVES AND THE FLOOR BENEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Mar 6, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE PREP TABLES, INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE, WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, STAINLESS STEEL STORAGE SHELVES ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND PREP COOLERS, AND CAN OPENER BLADE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA ESPECIALLY ABOVE THE 2-COMPARTMENT SINK. CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE DRY STORAGE ROOM BENEATH THE STORAGE SHELVES AND THE FLOOR BENEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITH EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE.
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May 14, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 12, 2024
Complaint
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROX. 200 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AROUND BOTH EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS, BEHIND THE SMOKER UNIT, IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM BENEATH THE FOOD STORAGE SHELVES, IN THE WASHROOM AND ON THE GROUND IN THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2588448 ON 1/23/24 NOT CORRECTED: 56 - CLEAN THE BUILDUP OF GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A DEAD MOUSE ON A GLUEBOARD UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND-WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND A DEAD MOUSE ON THE GROUND IN THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEAD RODENTS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, PREP TABLES, AND WIRE STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Jan 23, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 CLEAN THE BUILDUP OF GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
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Jan 9, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROX. 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AND STORAGE SHELVES IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE BUILDUP OF GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: REMOVE THE DEAD MOUSE FROM THE BASEMENT FLOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOOD DEBRIS ON THE WIRE STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: THE WASHROOM DOOR LACKS A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Jan 23, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 18, 2023
Reinspection
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT TIME OF INPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT VALID CERTIFICATE AS WELL AS CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER DID ARRIVE APPROIMATELY 30 MINUTES AFTER INSPECTION BEGAN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT # 2569496 DATED 1/11/23; #38 APPROXIMATELY 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR STORAGE AREA BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZER AND UNDER THE STORAGE SHELVES BY CASES OF SODA AND BEHIND DOOR, AS WELL AS ON PAPER TO-GO BAGS IN SAME AREA.OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 MOUSE DROPPING NEAR HAND SINK IN MIDDLE PREP AREA AND REAR FURNACE AREA/STORAGE ROOM. ALSO OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE STAIRS LEADING DOWN TO BASEMENT AND IN BASEMENT ON LEDGES AROUND WALL AND CONCRETE AREA HOLDING HEATING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PIC TO SANITIZE AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH FOODSERVICE MANAGER TRAINING.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINKS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NON-ORIGINAL CONTAINERS OF BULK INGREDIENTS NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME (SUGAR, SOY SAUCE). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL ALL CONTAINERS OF BULK INGREDIENTS WITH COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO HOLES AT BOTTOM OF WEST WALL LEADING TO OUTSIDE IN FURNACE ROOM, OBSERVED OPENING IN WALL(PIPE)LEADING TO OUTSIDE, NEEDING TO BE COVERED IN MECSH OR SEALED. OBSERVED EXTERIOR DOOR IN REAR OF FACILITY NOT PROPERLY SEALED WITH A 1/4IN GAP AT BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF RUST ON BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES IN REAR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR SURFACE TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
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Jan 11, 2023
Complaint
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR STORAGE AREA BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZER AND UNDER THE STORAGE SHELVES BY CASES OF SODA AND BEHIND DOOR. ALSO OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE STAIRS LEADING DOWN TO BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED PIC TO SANITIZE AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINKS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NON-ORIGINAL CONTAINERS OF BULK INGREDIENTS NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME (SUGAR, SOY SAUCE). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL ALL CONTAINERS OF BULK INGREDIENTS WITH COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF RUST ON BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES IN REAR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR SURFACE TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Aug 18, 2022
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NO DOOR SWEEPS ON EXTERIOR DOORS IN FRONT DOOR AND REAR DOOR NEAR GARBAGE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL BOTTOM OF DOORS FOR PREVENTION OF PEST ENTRY.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: : VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS LAYERED WITH THICK GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 11, 2022
Complaint
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: CERTIFIED MANAGER NOT ON SITE WHEN INSPECTOR ARRIVED. MANAGER ARRIVED 20 MINUTES AFTER INSPECTION STARTED. CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, SHRIMP, BEEF, RICE) ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT FACILITY (NEAR AND AROUND WATER HEATER/FURNACE, DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR RICE AND SODA, UNDER HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR OF PREP LINE.) INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-28-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NO DOOR SWEEPS ON EXTERIOR DOORS IN FRONT DOOR AND REAR DOOR NEAR GARBAGE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL BOTTOM OF DOORS FOR PREVENTION OF PEST ENTRY.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO DEAD MICE. ONE INSIDE FURNACE ROOM AND ANOTHER IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS LAYERED WITH THICK GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 19, 2022
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 13, 2022
Reinspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED 01/06/2021: #38 OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 MICE DROPPINGS IN REAR AREA NEAR FURNACE AND WATER HEATER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. #39 OBSERVED THICK DIRT, DUST AND GREASE DRIPPING FROM FILTERS ABOVE COOKING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE TO PREVENT FURTHER CONTAMINATION OF FOOD PRODUCTS. #60 OBSERVED AN APPX."1-2" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING. MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO PREP TABLE. MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNITS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA. PRIORITY. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Jan 6, 2022
Complaint
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 MICE DROPPINGS IN REAR AREA NEAR FURNACE AND WATER HEATER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THICK DIRT, DUST AND GREASE DRIPPING FROM FILTERS ABOVE COOKING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE TO PREVENT FURTHER CONTAMINATION OF FOOD PRODUCTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 08/19/2021: #38 OBSERVED AN APPX."1-2" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING. #39 MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO PREP TABLE. #47 MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNITS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX."1-2" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR TO DUMPSTER AREA.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Aug 19, 2021
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 2- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 51.8F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG WAS PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL LETTER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 2LBS. COOKED SHRIMP 49.3F.2LBS. COOKED CUT CHICKEN 46.5F AND 4-DOZEN RAW SHELLED EGGS 94.5F ON TOPSIDE OF 2- DOOR PREP COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.8LBS.$20.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND SINKS IN PREP ,DISH WASHING AND TOILET ROOM AREAS. PAPER TOWELS WERE PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING BASEMENT.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX."1-2" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO PREP TABLE.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE ON PREP TABLES AND CUTTING BOARDS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNITS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON WOK STATION,FRYER CABINET,PREP TABLES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN REAR AREA LEADING TO BASEMENT,IN BASEMENT AND WALK IN FREEZER.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR NEW EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 17, 2020
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WORKING INGREDIENTS LOCATED AT WOK WITHOUT ANY LABELS. MUST PROVIDE COMMON NAME LABELS FOR HERBS AND SPICES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF GREASE AND DUST ON THE VENTILATION HOOD OVER THE COOKING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENTS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR NEW CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
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Sep 24, 2020
Reinspection
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS STORED IN COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITHOUT ANY LABELS... EGG ROLLS,FRIED CHICKEN, COOKED BEEF AND CHICKEN, MARINATED CHICKEN/SHRIMP, AND COOKED NOODLES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCARD OR USE BY DATES NOT TO EXCEED 7 DAYS ON ALL FOOD ITEMS REFRIGERATED, READY TO EAT ITEMS STORED ON SITE FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS. MUST MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF BOTH UPRIGHT REFRIGERATION UNITS LOCATED IN PREP AREA TO TO MEASURE INTERNAL TEMPERATURES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WORKING INGREDIENTS LOCATED AT WOK WITHOUT ANY LABELS. MUST PROVIDE COMMON NAME LABELS FOR HERBS AND SPICES.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY APRONS WORN BY ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CLEAN OUTER CLOTHING TO WEAR WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING AND HANDLING FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED THROUGHOUT PREP AREA ON TABLES AND HANGING ON SINKS IMPROPERLY DRYING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE INSIDE SANITIZING BUCKETS WITH CHLORINE @ AT LEAST 50 PPM. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS USED FOR STORAGE . INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS ONLY FOR FOOD STORAGE. MUST MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENTS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR NEW CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
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Sep 17, 2020
Complaint
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS STORED IN UPRIGHT REFRIGERATION UNIT IN PREP AREA AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS... 5 LBS OF COOKED BEEF @163.0F AND 2 LBS OF ADDITIONAL BEEF CHUNKS @ 53.5F. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL COLD HELD ITEMS @ 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED DURING THIS TIME . PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND-SINK IN PREP AREA WITHOUT HAND CLEANSER AVAILABLE FOR PROPER HAND WASHING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES . PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AVAILABLE AT TWO HANDSINKS LOCATED IN (IN USE) PREP AREA AS WELL AS TOILET ROOM DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (c). SEE PREVIOUS VIOLATION FOR CITATION.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS STORED IN COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITHOUT ANY LABELS... EGG ROLLS,FRIED CHICKEN, COOKED BEEF AND CHICKEN, MARINATED CHICKEN/SHRIMP, AND COOKED NOODLES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCARD OR USE BY DATES NOT TO EXCEED 7 DAYS ON ALL FOOD ITEMS REFRIGERATED, READY TO EAT ITEMS STORED ON SITE FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS. MUST MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE TO MATCH AVAILABLE SANITIZER (CHLORINE BLEACH) FOR PROPER SANITIZING OF EQUIPMENT/UTENSILS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN CHLORINE TEST STRIPS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF BOTH UPRIGHT REFRIGERATION UNITS LOCATED IN PREP AREA TO TO MEASURE INTERNAL TEMPERATURES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WORKING INGREDIENTS LOCATED AT WOK WITHOUT ANY LABELS. MUST PROVIDE COMMON NAME LABELS FOR HERBS AND SPICES.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY APRONS WORN BY ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CLEAN OUTER CLOTHING TO WEAR WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING AND HANDLING FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED THROUGHOUT PREP AREA ON TABLES AND HANGING ON SINKS IMPROPERLY DRYING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE INSIDE SANITIZING BUCKETS WITH CHLORINE @ AT LEAST 50 PPM. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS USED FOR STORAGE . INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS ONLY FOR FOOD STORAGE. MUST MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENTS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR NEW CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
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Nov 26, 2019
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 15 times, more than any other issue at Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant.
Has Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.
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