Szechuan First

Is Szechuan First still open?

No — Szechuan First in Kent, WA closed August 24, 2026, according to King County Public Health.

Closure Details

Closure date

August 24, 2026

Reason

Excessive number of critical violations including: Person in charge unable to demonstrate food safety knowledge Employees not washing hands properly Foods are not being date marked for seven day shelf life Improper storage of raw foods to prevent cross contamination Improper preparation of raw shell eggs Improper procedures for cooling cooked food quickly Room temperature storage of food that must be refrigerated for safety Improper cold holding temperatures for food

Sources

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Evidence Trail

1. ¹King County Health DeptAug 26, 2026

   Reported closed

   “Excessive number of critical violations including: Person in charge unable to demonstrate food safety knowledge Employees not washing hands properly Foods are not being date marked for seven day shelf life Improper storage of raw foods to prevent cross contamination Improper preparation of raw shell eggs Improper procedures for cooling cooked food quickly Room temperature storage of food that must be refrigerated for safety Improper cold holding temperatures for food”

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