Ricky's Deli
Last inspected: Mar 14, 2013
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Score
Ricky's Deli has been inspected eight times since 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 14, 2013. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Ricky's Deli dates to Mar 14, 2013.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around one violation to closer to three violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited three times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 14, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not labelled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor behind equipment and along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling not maintained above prep area. Instructed to repair ceiling and reseal.
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Apr 23, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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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.DETAIL CLEAN,MAINTAIN COOKING EQUIPMENTS,HOOD/FILTERS,DEEP FRYER,GRILL,COOKING STOVE,COOLERS,SHELVINGS BEHIND SERVICE COUNTERS ETC.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.CLEAN and maintain the floors and baseboards so they are smooth and sanitary from corner to corner.
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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.REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON SHELVINGS BEHIND THE SERVICE COUNTERS,ALONG SIDE STORAGE AREA WERE NOTED.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.Food handlers must have hair restraints when working around open food.
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Jan 12, 2012
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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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. MUST CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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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. MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE FRONT STORAGE CLOSET, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER
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Jan 10, 2012
Routine
2 minor violations.
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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. MUST CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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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. MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE FRONT STORAGE CLOSET, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER
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Jan 28, 2011
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST STORE PERSONAL ITEMS ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY
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Sep 7, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 1, 2010
License
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. SLICER MUST BE REMOVED FROM TOP OF COUNTER IN CUSTOMER REACH.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. NO MOP SINK ON SITE. MUST INSTALL MOP SINK.
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Aug 10, 2010
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ricky's Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ricky's Deli on file is from Mar 14, 2013. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ricky's Deli?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ricky's Deli.
Has Ricky's Deli's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Ricky's Deli have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ricky's Deli 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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