Unlicensed cooked chicken vendor shut down in Burien over health hazards

Public Health — Seattle & King County shut down a street food vendor on May 31, 2025, due to multiple health code violations. Located at Ambaum Blvd. SW and SW 142nd Street, the vendor operated without a valid permit and lacked essential food safety facilities. Inspectors identified significant hazards, including inadequate refrigeration and the absence of handwashing stations and hot water. A Public Health spokesperson highlighted the urgency of ensuring food safety compliance to protect public health.

The closure occurred at 10:20 a. m. , and the vendor's identity has not been publicly released. As of now, the operation remains closed. Public Health maintains a record of closures online for transparency, with details about the violations and potential reopening dates.

This incident underscores the critical need for food vendors to adhere to health regulations to prevent foodborne illnesses.