Ralph's Ices in Dongan Hills Fails Health Inspection

RALPH'S  ICES restaurant inspection

New York City, NY - An inspection on 08/05/2025 at Ralph'S Ices uncovered significant health code violations.

Located in the heart of Dongan Hills, Ralph'S Ices operates from a prominent location at 2351 Hylan Boulevard Staten Island Ny, making it easily accessible to area customers.

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The inspection details: "10f. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and." These circumstances require correction according to industry standards.

Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.

Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The HACCP Prevention Guidelines clearly states that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks.

Inspectors documented deficiencies involving sanitation, an essential component of restaurant operations.

Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. The FDA Sanitation Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.

These compliance issues require correction to maintain proper standards for the restaurant and public health. Food safety professionals indicate that addressing non-compliance helps ensure customer safety standards.

Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Ralph'S Ices swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.

This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.

📋 Complete Inspection Data

PHONE 7183518133
BUILDING 2351
BIN 5052789
Council District 50
INSPECTION TYPE Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
SCORE 11
BBL 5036440062
INSPECTION DATE 08/05/2025
NTA SI45
Community Board 502
STREET HYLAN BOULEVARD
RECORD DATE 08/15/2025
CAMIS 50110438
ACTION Violations were cited in the following area(s).
DBA RALPH'S ICES
Longitude -74.106595247655
ZIPCODE 10306
Census Tract 012200
CUISINE DESCRIPTION Frozen Desserts
BORO Staten Island
GRADE A
GRADE DATE 08/05/2025
Latitude 40.57361949315
VIOLATION CODES 10F; 06F; 08C
ALL VIOLATIONS 10F: Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material; not kept clean; or not properly sealed; raised; spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides; above and underneath the unit. || 06F: Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry; or in a sanitizing solution; between uses. || 08C: Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide; other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected; unlocked bait station used.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was this inspection conducted?

This inspection was conducted on August 5, 2025.

Who conducted this inspection?

Chicago Department of Public Health

What violations were found during this inspection?

The following violations were found: 10F: Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit. | 06F: Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. | 08C: Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used..

Why are these violations concerning?

Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.

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📋 Data Sources & Health Guidelines

Inspection Data Source

All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene . View the original data source .

Federal Health Guidelines

Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:

Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.