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JAKE'S PUP IN THE RUF INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

JAKE'S PUP IN THE RUF INC (AKA: JAKE'S PUP IN THE RUF) 4401 N SHERIDAN RD, CHICAGO 60640 Restaurant
February 3, 2025 Complaint License #3892
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS INFRONT PREP/SERVICE AREA.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CHEST FREEZER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR (IN REAR STORAGE AREA), INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR STRIPPED (HOT WATER) FAUCET HANDLE AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (RIGHT SIDE) IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. HOT WATER CONTINUOUSLY DRIPPING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR COLD FAUCET HANDLE WITH (HEAVY LEAK) AT HANDSINK IN REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REORGANIZE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN THE BASEMENT.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN THE BASEMENT.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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