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RICOBENE'S ON 26TH STREET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

RICOBENE'S ON 26TH STREET 252 W 26TH ST, CHICAGO 60616 Restaurant
February 3, 2025 Complaint License #1742949
4
Total Violations
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B): OBSERVED TWO COLD HOLDING UNITS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED A FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER WITH DRY INGREDIENTS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH MOST COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOORS NEAR THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DISHWASHING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DEEP CLEANING AND REGROUTED IN THE MENTIONED AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEBRIS OUT OF THE OPENINGS OF THE FLOOR AND REGROUT WHERE NECESSARY.
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: OBSERVED THE FLOORS NEAR THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DISHWASHING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DEEP CLEANING AND REGROUTED IN THE MENTIONED AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEBRIS OUT OF THE OPENINGS OF THE FLOOR AND REGROUT WHERE NECESSARY.
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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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