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Red Kiva

1106-1108 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2014
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Red Kiva has six inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 23, 2014. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that Red Kiva's inspection history hasn't been updated since Oct 23, 2014; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “premises maintained free of litter”, showing up five times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2014
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL SMALL OPENINGS ALONG THE BOTTOMS OF THE REVOLVING DOORS.
32
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM DOOR.
37
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN EACH STAIRWELL, THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT,IN THE UNUSED WASHROOM ON THE 2ND FLOOR AND THROUGHOUT THE 2ND FLOOR. MUST PROVIDE SHELVING RACKS AND PROPERLY STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
41
86
Oct 9, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED. MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012
21
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: DISH WASHING FACILITIES IN POOR REPAIR. WASTE WATER BACKING UP INTO THE 1ST AND 3RD COMPARTMENTS WHEN WATER DRAINED FROM THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT. MUST REPAIR SO THAT WATER DRAINS PROPERLY. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
24
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERS FOR ALL ICE BINS BEHIND THE BAR AREA. MUST SEAL SMALL OPENINGS ALONG THE BOTTOMS OF THE REVOLVING DOORS.
32
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM DOOR.
37
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN EACH STAIRWELL, THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT,IN THE UNUSED WASHROOM ON THE 2ND FLOOR AND THROUGHOUT THE 2ND FLOOR. MUST PROVIDE SHELVING RACKS AND PROPERLY STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
41
78
Nov 18, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER THE BAR, IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA AND UNDER LIQUOR STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUST FROM CEILING VENTS IN BOTH WASHROOMS.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS VERY CLUTTERED. REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AREAS.
41
86
Nov 20, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE ICE BINS AT THE BAR AREA.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS IN THE BASEMENT.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST FIX AND MAINTAIN THE LEAK AT THE PIPE UNDER THE WASH BOWL IN THE MEN'S TOILET ROOM.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELIMINATE THE CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT AND ORGANIZE THE AREA.
41
82
Jun 29, 2010
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. Wash, rinse and sanitize the ice machine interior lip.
33
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. Clean out the elevator pit.
41
90
Feb 11, 2010
No Entry
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Red Kiva last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Red Kiva on file is from Oct 23, 2014. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Red Kiva?

Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Red Kiva.

Has Red Kiva's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Red Kiva have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Red Kiva means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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