RUXBIN KITCHEN.
851 N ASHLAND AVE · WICKER PARK, CHICAGO
9 of 15 inspections passed, 5 failed, 1 passed with conditions. 3 critical violations across the record.
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INSPECTION HISTORY
SEP 292016PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
Found deep groves in cutting boards attached to reach in coolers. Instructed to resurface or replace.
Found excessive ice build up on interior of chest freezer in basement. Instructed to remove ice, clean and sanitize. Must maintain same. Found excessive dust build up on vent cover in restroom. Must remove, clean and maintain.
OCT 82015PASS W/ CONDITIONS3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER. OBSERVED COOKED RISOTTO AT 44.4F, VENISON AT 46.5F, AND STEAK AT 45.5F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 11# OF FOOD WORTH $115. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
REPLACE THE DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE DOORS TO THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER.
REMOVE THE DEAD INSECTS FROM THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT.
JUL 302014PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
CLEAN FAN GUARDS IN REACH-IN COOLERS.
REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA.
REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA. REPAIR WORN STRIP ON EXIT DOOR. PROVIDE DOOR SWEEP FOR KITCHEN DOOR.
SECURE LOOSE LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS AND ENDCAPS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA.
ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
OCT 172013PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
Storage containers in basement storage areas not elevated. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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MAY 182012FAILED6 violationsDETAILS
FOUND THE 3 COMP SINK IN THE KITCHEN NOT MAINTAINED THAT IS DRAINING SLOWLY ALLOWING WASTE WATER TO COME BACK INTO OTHER COMPARTMENTS WHEN MIDDLE COMPARTMENT IS DRAINING AND PIPE LEAKING BENEATH THE FAR RIGHT COMPARTMENT OF SAID SINK.MUST REPAIR AS REQUIRED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
All clean multi-use utensils,dishware must be properly stored,inverted to prevent contamination before use.
Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced,and remove aluminum foils from kitchen cooking equipments.
Detail clean interior bottom compartment of deep fryer,cooking stove/ovens,dishmachine,upper panel of ice machine.
Floors are dirty beneath the chest freezer stored in the basement,clean floors in detail.
Found light bulbs not shielded over the dry storage shelvings located in the basement.
NOV 102011FAILED2 violationsDETAILS
A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDERS ISSUED, DATED 2/9/2011, FOR VIOLATIONS #33, 34, 35, & 41, SEE ATTACHED INSPECTION REPORT #357223, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
FEB 92011PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND VENTS ABOVE COOKING, KITCHEN AREA
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT, 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST CLEAN/REPAINT WALL IN KITCHEN AND HALLWAY AREA, LEADING DOWN TO BASEMENT
MUST STORE EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS NICE AND NEATLY ONE DESIGNATED AREA
All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST ELIMINATE CLUTTER IN ALL STORAGE AREAS, CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE ALL AREAS
AUG 132010PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.MULTI-USE DISHWARE IN KITCHEN NOT PROPERLY STORED,NOT INVERTED.
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST RESTRICT USAGE OF DISPENSING TAP WATER OUT OF WATER BOTTLES DUE TO NO MEANS OF PROPER SANITIZING OF SAID BOTTLES.
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities..LIGHTS IN BASEMENT OVER DRY STORAGE FOODS NOT SHIELDED.
AUG 122010PASSED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F.FOUND LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE NOT DISPENSING REQUIRED SANITIZER "0"PPM.PREMISES IS NOT OPEN/OPERATING AT THIS TIME-HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT-MUST NOT USE UNTIL SERVICED,FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL-NO CITATION ISSUED.
Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.MULTI-USE DISHWARE IN KITCHEN NOT PROPERLY STORED,NOT INVERTED.
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST RESTRICT USAGE OF DISPENSING TAP WATER OUT OF WATER BOTTLES DUE TO NO MEANS OF PROPER SANITIZING OF SAID BOTTLES.
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.LIGHTS IN BASEMENT OVER DRY STORAGE FOODS NOT SHIELDED.
APR 222010FAILED1 violationDETAILS
All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation.FRONT DISPLAY SERVICE STATION MUST BE PROTECTED FROM PUBLIC CONTAMINATION AT ALL TIMES-MATERIALS USED FOR SAID AREA MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
APR 192010FAILED5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT MAINTAINED/OVERFLOWING.
The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products.FOUND NO CONSUMARY ADVISORY POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW.
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.SPLASHGUARD AT 1COMP SINK NOT INSTALLED.
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.SECTION OF WEST WALL ABOVE FOOD PREP COOLERS NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE.
Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT MOP SINK IN BASEMENT NOT INSTALLED.
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