CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance problems at 1St Chop Suey during an inspection on 08/04/2025.
Situated at 5845 S Archer Avenue Chicago Illinois in Archer Heights, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of Chicago's bustling districts.
Inspectors documented: "38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present - comments: over 30 mice droppings scattered on floor alongwall base behind wire storage racks. 39. Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display - comments: food storage on floor in..." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving pest control, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. The FDA Food Code Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The Food Safety Modernization Act provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
In addition to regulatory requirements, these issues may affect the business's standing and public trust. Community health organizations track health department findings to provide education to local residents.
The Chicago Department of Public Health has mandated that 1St Chop Suey immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.
Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.
| Inspection ID | 2621684 |
| DBA Name | 1ST CHOP SUEY |
| AKA Name | 1ST CHOP SUEY |
| License # | 2134789 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 5845 S ARCHER AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60638 |
| Inspection Date | 08/04/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 38. INSECTS |
| & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments | OVER 30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONGWALL BASE BEHIND WIRE STORAGE RACKS. INSTD TO REMOVE DROPPINGS |
| STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments | FOOD STORAGE ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTD TO ELEVATE 6 INCHES ON PROPER SHELVING AND MAINTAIN | 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE |
| CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments | CARDBOARD LINING ON STORAGE SHELVES THROUGH OUT. INSTD TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND HAVE SURFACES SMOOTH |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | TOILET ROOM DOOR AND ALL SURROUNDING WALLS NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT CLEAN |
| EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN | 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments | ALLERGEN TRAINING MISSING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGERS. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE |
| Latitude | 41.795905405807005 |
| Longitude | -87.7604101550318 |
| Location | (41.795905405807005 |
This inspection was conducted on August 4, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: pest-control, sanitation.
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the Chicago Department of Public Health . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
