CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors documented violations at RUMI GRILL during a routine inspection conducted on 04/14/2023.
The establishment operates from 1534 N MILWAUKEE AVE in CHICAGO, serving customers in this commercial district. Regular health inspections ensure food safety standards are maintained across all local establishments.
The inspection identified 5 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 concerned pest management. Inspectors documented: Procedures for Responding to Vomiting and Diarrheal Events - Comments: Observed Incomplete Kit for Responding to Vomit and Diarrhea. Left One Pager and Instructed to Provide Procedure and Kit Containing All Necessary Supplies, Including a Sanitizer Rated As Effective Against Norovirus on Site at All Times. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-005. Citation Issued.. 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. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.
The second violation related to hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Food-contact Surfaces: Cleaned & Sanitized - Comments: Observed the Female Dishwasher Rinsing and Washing Utensils Without Sanitizing Them. Discussed Proper Dishwashing Techniques. Instructed to Rinse, Wash, and Sanitize All Utensils Before Re-using Them. Priority Violation 7-38-025. Citation Issued.. 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 third violation concerned cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Food & Non-food Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed & Used - Comments: Observed Paper Towel Dispenser in the Dish Area Is Not Functioning Properly. Instructed to Repair or Replace and Maintain in Good Condition.. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.
The fourth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Garbage & Refuse Properly Disposed. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.
The fifth violation regarded food storage practices. Inspectors documented: Facilities Maintained - Comments: Observed Exterior Used Cooking Oil Container. Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth.
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 04/14/2023 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.
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were documented: TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED - Comments: -206.13(B) : OBSERVED A INSECT ZAPPER IN REAR PREP AREA HANGING FROM CEILING MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE PROPER FLY LIGHT.; FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,SHAKERS,ETC); FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-602.11(A; B:1-4,6,7; C; D) : MUST LABEL REPACKAGED DESSERTS WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN; CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-305.11 : MUST ELEVATE FOOD PRODUCT FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER & BASEMENT STORE PROPERLY.; PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: 2-304.11 : MUST STORE PERSONNEL BELONGS FROM REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA AND STORE IN PROPER MANNER.; IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: 3-304.12 : OBSERVED KNIVES BEING STORED IN BETWEEN WALL AND PREP TABLE IN FRONT PREP AREA MUST REMOVE AND STORE IN PROPER MANNER.; SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: 4-903.11(A; C) : MUST INVERT SINGLE SERVICE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS ON LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.; FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19 : MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD FOOD & PAPER GOODS STORAGE SHELVING UNITS IN BASEMENT.MUST REMOVE FOIL AND CARDBOARD FROM SURFACES AND INSIDE OF DRINK COOLER WITH TCS FOODS (YOGURT).; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES IN HALLWAY LEADING TO TOILET ROOMS.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND FLOOR DRAINS.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114 : MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN BASEMENT AND STORE PROPERLY.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.16 : MUST REMOVE GRAFFITI FROM UNISEX TOILET ROOM WALLS.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND IN FRONT PREP AREA.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD & FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.; ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13 : MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE AND MAINTAIN.; ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.; TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED - Comments: OBSERVED A INSECT ZAPPER IN REAR PREP AREA HANGING FROM CEILING MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE PROPER FLY LIGHT.; FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,SHAKERS,ETC); FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MUST LABEL REPACKAGED DESSERTS WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH A RECEIPT OF SERVICE AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C)(CITATION ISSUED); CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: MUST ELEVATE FOOD PRODUCT FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER & BASEMENT STORE PROPERLY.; PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: MUST STORE PERSONNEL BELONGS FROM REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA AND STORE IN PROPER MANNER.; IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED KNIVES BEING STORED IN BETWEEN WALL AND PREP TABLE IN FRONT PREP AREA MUST REMOVE AND STORE IN PROPER MANNER.; SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: MUST INVERT SINGLE SERVICE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS ON LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.; FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD FOOD & PAPER GOODS STORAGE SHELVING UNITS IN BASEMENT.MUST REMOVE FOIL AND CARDBOARD FROM SURFACES AND INSIDE OF DRINK COOLER WITH TCS FOODS (YOGURT).; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES IN HALLWAY LEADING TO TOILET ROOMS.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND FLOOR DRAINS.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN BASEMENT AND STORE PROPERLY.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REMOVE GRAFFITI FROM UNISEX TOILET ROOM WALLS.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND IN FRONT PREP AREA.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD & FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.; ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE AND MAINTAIN.; ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.; FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.11 OBSERVED PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER IN THE DISH AREA IS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-303.11 OBSERVED 3 LIGHTBULBS IN THE HOOD OVER THE COOK LINE NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.; ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT THE INSPECTION TIME. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.; ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON THE SITE OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.; PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED INCOMPLETE KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA. LEFT ONE PAGER AND INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE AND KIT CONTAINING ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES, INCLUDING A SANITIZER RATED AS EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.; FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED THE FEMALE DISHWASHER RINSING AND WASHING UTENSILS WITHOUT SANITIZING THEM. DISCUSSED PROPER DISHWASHING TECHNIQUES. INSTRUCTED TO RINSE, WASH, AND SANITIZE ALL UTENSILS BEFORE RE-USING THEM. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.; FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER IN THE DISH AREA IS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.; GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED EXTERIOR USED COOKING OIL CONTAINER COVERED IN BUILD-UP OF GREASE AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED 3 LIGHTBULBS IN THE HOOD OVER THE COOK LINE NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.; ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.; ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.; PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2373459 DATED 6/9/2020: #53 " 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM LOCATED AT REAR OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN." INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND COME INTO COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED..
Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers. Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth.
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Federal Guidelines: Our reporting follows standards established by the FDA Food Code, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, and USDA Food Safety Standards.
📖 Food Safety Codes: Reference the specific regulations that govern this establishment: Chicago Food Code, FDA Food Code 2022
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