RAKKAN RAMEN in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/13/23

CHICAGO, IL - RAKKAN RAMEN received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/13/2023.

Situated at 4926 N BROADWAY, the establishment is part of Uptown's active food service sector. The Uptown area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 6 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation related to hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible - Comments: Observed No Handwashing Signage at Both Exposed Handsinks Located in the Rear Preparation Area. Instructed the Person in Charge to Provide Handwashing Signage at All Handwashing Sinks and Maintain Them.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The second violation concerned pest control. Inspectors documented: Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed a 1/4" Gap at the Bottom of the Rear Exit Door, Located Near the Women's Toilet Room. Instructed the Person in Charge to Provide a Tight-fitting Seal at All Outer Openings to Prevent Pests ' Entry.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

The third violation involved handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Personal Cleanliness - Comments: Observed Two Food Handling Employees Not Wearing Hair Restraints While Preparing Food. Instructed the Person in Charge That All Food Handling Employees Must Wear a Hair Restraint While Preparing Food.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Inadequate handwashing can transmit Norovirus, Hepatitis A, and other pathogens directly to food.

The fourth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Plumbing Installed. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The fifth violation involved handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Proper Backflow Devices - Comments: Observed a Three-compartment Sink Located in the Rear Preparation Area with a Small Leak Underneath. Instructed the Person in Charge to Repair Leaks and Maintain Them.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.

The sixth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities I. Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/13/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.