Ron of Japan
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
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Score
The health department has logged 21 inspections at Ron of Japan, the earliest from 2010. The most recent visit was on Feb 23, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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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
Feb 23, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY ALSO NO STOPPERS FOR DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK MUST DRAIN QUICKLY ALSO MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN EMPLOYEES WOMENS WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ONE FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Jan 24, 2025
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING AND CHIPPING PAINT IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: TO-GO PACKING / BEVERAGE, WALK-IN COOLER, DISH, PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PEELING/ PEELING PAINT AND REPAIRAND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED AND BROKEN CEILING TILES IN TO-GO/BEVERAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BURN OUT LIGHT BULB IN REAR DRY STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN
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86
Apr 1, 2024
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DURING INSPECTION GREASE TRAP AT 3 PART SINK NEEDS TO BE CLEANED ON EXTERIOR, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID AREA
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS IN MENS TOILET ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MANTAIN AREA.
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Oct 30, 2023
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 4 DEAD ROACHES ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA BEHIND 2 DOOR COOLER AS WELL AS IN 3 COMP SINK BASIN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAID SPACES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE FOOD, TRASH AND GREASE DEBRIS BUILT UP INSIDE EACH TABLE SHOOT LOCATED THROUGHOUT DINING ROOM. SAID TABLES ARE USED FOR COOKING GUESSSST FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND CLEAN EQUIPMENT AT FREQUENCY AS NEEDED IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE HOLE IN WALL BEHIND 2 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT IN PREP NEAR POP STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO ENCLOSE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR THORUGHOUT DINING AREA NEAR SEATING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 24, 2022
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Dining room prep hand wash sink not correctly installed facing the wall instead of prep area, instructed to reposition sink so it is facing pre area.
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Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Peeling paint noted on ceiling above dish machine, instructed to remove and maintain.
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Aug 2, 2021
Complaint
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: THE CURRENT MENU'S CONSUMER ADVISORY IS MISSING THE DISCLOSURE STATEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO IDENTIFY RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOODS BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOT NOTE THAT STATES: "ITEMS CAN BE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR CONTAIN UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS" AND ADD A STATEMENT THAT SAYS: "CONSUMING RAW OR UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL PRODUCTS MAY INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS, ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE MEDICAL CONDITIONS". PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: FOUND FLY/PEST LIGHT DEVICE DIRECTLY OVER AN ICE TEA MAKER MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO RELOCATE PEST DEVICE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST ON SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER ON LEFT SIDE. MUST REMOVE RUST. MUST MAKE ALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND BROKEN GASKETS ON THE WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKETS SO DOOR SEALS PROPERLY.
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May 3, 2021
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOT WATER UNAVAILABLE THROUGHOUT FACILITY. OBSERVED HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 92.7F @ HAND SINK; 93.9F @ 3 COMPARTMENT SINK; 86.9F-88.8F @ WASHBOWL SINKS IN RESTROOMS. MUST KEEP HOT WATER TEMPERATURE @ 100F AT HAND SINKS AND WASH BOWL SINKS, AND 110F @ 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT ALL TIMES. HOT WATER TEMPERATURE RESTORED TO 112F AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND 104F AT HAND SINKS DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST ON SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER ON LEFT SIDE. MUST REMOVE RUST. MUST MAKE ALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAK AT PIPE CONNECTING DISH MACHINE TO GREASE TRAP. OBSERVED LIQUID DRIPPING FROM PIPE/GREASE TRAP WHEN DISH MACHINE IN OPERATION. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPTY ICE MACHINE NOT IN USE IN KTICHEN (WITH OUT OF ORDER SIGN POSTED ON IT). MUST REMOVE ANY UNNECCESSARY EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT AND DUST ACCUMULATION ON CEILING OF WALK IN COOLER ON LEFT SIDE. MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT AND DUST. MUST MAKE CEILING SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION ON FAN INSIDE 1 DOOR COOLER IN DINING ROOM, AND ON FAN COVER IN CEILING IN REAR OF KITCHEN NEAR WALK IN COOLERS, AND ON FAN COVERS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER ON THE LEFT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FAN COVERS. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
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Nov 15, 2019
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Nov 8, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA BEING USED TO PRODUCE ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION COVERED WITH A BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MENU WITH RAW AND/OR POTENTIALLY UNDER COOKED ITEMS SUCH AS STEAK AND SUSHI ON MENU WITHOUT REMINDER AND DISCLOSURE STATEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN THESE ITEMS ON ALL COPIES OF MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAIRS LEADING TO BASEMENT CONSTRUCTED OF RAW, UNSEALED WOOD. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREEN SLIME AT BOTTOM OF 2 DOOR COCA-COLA COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA BEING USED FOR SALAD STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 27, 2018
Complaint
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14 (N)- OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO COMPLY AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 (A)- OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE/REMINDER INDICATED ON MENU OF RAW/UNDER COOKED FOODS, FOR CUSTOMER VIEW. INFORMED MANAGER THAT THE DISCLOSURE/REMINDER STATEMENT AND INDICATOR MUST BE IN PLAIN VIEW OF THE CUSTOMER, INDICATED ON MENU OF RAW/UNDER COOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY SIGNAGE, DISCLOSURE/REMINDER INDICATED. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION # 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11- FOUND NO COMPLETE PROCEDURES ON SITE FOR THE CLEAN UP OF VOMITING AND DIAREAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUE.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14- OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: -REAR PREP AREA -BAR AREA INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SIGNAGE AT SAID AREAS. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-302.12- OBSERVED NO STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE TO DETERMINE INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (TCS) ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDED. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12- OBSERVED BULK FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON SHELVING UNIT WITHOUT PROPER LABEL OR COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LABELS WITH COMMON NAME. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-307.11- OBSERVED TUNA STORE IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS, IN FREEZER WALK IN. INFORMED MANAGER THAT FOOD MUST BE STORED IN FOOD GRADE APPROVED PACKAGES/CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE FOOD IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367- OBSERVED ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATE NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATES.
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Feb 6, 2018
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: PREP AREA FLOOR TILES WITH LOW GROUT BY COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REGROUT LOW FLOOR TILES ALSO MUST RAISE THRESHOLD AT REAR EXIT DOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST ON WALLS AT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN WALLS AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 3, 2017
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: CLEAN UTENSILS STORED UNDER DISH WASHING MACHINE, INSTRUCTED TO STORE AWAY.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLEANING EQIPMENT STORED IN PREP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP AWAY.
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Feb 26, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN UPPER COMPARTMENT OF THE ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE DISCOLORATION AND BUILDUP- MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE CEILING OF THE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE DUST DEBRIS BUILDUP AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 25, 2015
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR IN BASEMENT ALONG WALLBASE AT CORNERS AND UNDER SHELVING OF DEBRIS.
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Sep 9, 2014
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BASE BOARDS MISSING IN THE MENS EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN BASE BOARDS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CEILING VENT ABOVE IN DOOR TO KITCHEN AND WALK IN COOLERS WITH ACCUMULATED DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENTS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELDS CRACKED IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE BAR WITHOUT AN EXPOSED HAND SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AN EXPOSED HAND SINK AT THE BAR.
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Feb 18, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 10, 2014
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. WATER LEAKING FROM MIDDLE SECOND COMPARTMENT INTO THIRD COMPARTMENT FROM OPEN SEAM AT BOTTOM OF SINKS. MUST REPAIR WITH A METAL WELD OR REPLACE SINK AND USE DISH MACHINE FOR ALL WASHING,RINSING AND SANITIZING. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-030.
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Feb 7, 2014
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: EXPOSED HAND SINK NOT MAINTAINED.NO HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER AT MEAT CUTTING PREP AREA EXPOSED HAND SINK. NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS. MANAGEMENT OPENED SINK VALVE FROM ANOTHER LOCATION AND A SLOW TRICKLE OF BROWN DIS-COLORED WATER POURED FROM NOZZLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CLEAN, HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER FOR SINK. GIVEN 48 HOURS TO CORRECT. 2-10-14. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. WATER LEAKING FROM MIDDLE SECOND COMPARTMENT INTO THIRD COMPARTMENT FROM OPEN SEAM AT BOTTOM OF SINKS. MUST REPAIR WITH A METAL WELD OR REPLACE SINK AND USE DISH MACHINE FOR ALL WASHING,RINSING AND SANITIZING. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-030.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: KNIVES IMPROPERLY STORED BETWEEN WALL AND DISH MACHINE. MUST PROPERLY STORE ALL UTENSILS. EXPOSED TABLEWARES MUST BE COVERED OR WRAPPED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RAW WOODEN SHELVING IN HALLWAY ENTRANCE TO KITCHEN MUST BE PAINTED/SEALED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR ICE MACHINE DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: BASEMENT STAIRS DIRTY WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND LIQUID SPILLAGE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE WALL MOUNTED SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL DISPENSERS FROM KITCHEN FOOD PREP SINKS. INSTRUCTED SINKS ARE FOR FOOD PREPARATION ONLY.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THREE STOPPER FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Jan 14, 2013
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE IS POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED ON THE PREMISES AND A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NO CONSUMER ADVISORY WAS POSTED IN THE RESTAURANT OR ON THE MENU FOR RAW BEEF AND SUSHI. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF THE CONSUMER ADVISORY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO EITHER POST THE ADVISORY IN THE RESTAURANT OR INCLUDE IT ON THE MENU.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE PARTICLEBOARD SHELVING NEXT TO THE MEAT CUTTING AREA HANDSINK. MUST INSTALL A SPLASHGUARD ON BOTH SIDES OF THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST DEFROST AND MAINTAIN THE CHEST FREEZER IN THE STORAGE AREA AND REPLACE THE DOORS SO THAT THEY CLOSE PROPERLY. REPLACE OR REPAINT THE RUSTED FOOD STORAGE RACKS IN THE SLIDING DOOR PREP COOLER. CONSUMABLE ICE IS STORED IN CONTACT WITH THE COLD PLATE AND SODA LINES STORED IN THE ICE BIN BEHIND THE BAR. MUST REMOVE COLD PLATE AND SODA LINES SO THAT THEY ARE NOT IN CONTACT WITH CONSUMABLE ICE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE DINING ROOM TABLES, DOOR TRACKS OF SLIDING DOOR PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE WALK-IN COOLERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REMOVE THE CARPETING FROM THE CUTTING STATION PREP AREA. MUST REGROUT THE FLOOR BEHIND THE BAR AND IN THE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER WHERE STANDING WATER IS VISIBLE BETWEEN THE FLOOR TILES. REPAIR THE FLOOR DRAIN NEAR THE ICE MACHINE SO THAT STANDING WATER DOES NOT ACCUMULATE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE ANY BROKEN WALL TILES IN THE REAR PREP AREA ESPECIALLY IN THE DISHWASH AREA. REGROUT WALL TILES IN THE REAR PREP AREA WHERE NEEDED. MUST INSTALL BASEBOARD AROUND THE WALLS OF THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOMS AND LOCKER ROOM AREAS.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE FOR THE WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE RESTROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DRAIN LINE FOR THE MARGARITA MIXER DRAINING INTO A BUCKET BEHIND THE BAR. MUST REROUTE TO A FLOOR DRAIN. ALSO OBSERVED SODA DRAIN LINE EMPTYING INTO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REROUTE TO A FLOOR DRAIN.
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Dec 19, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALL ALUNINUN FOIL COVER ON COOLER & DRY STORAGE SHELVES THRU-OUT PREMISES MUST BE REMOVED, iF SHELVES ARE RUSTING-MUST SEAL. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: LIDS OF BULK FOOD CONTAINERS, NOZZLES OF SODA DISPENSERS, SODA GUN HOLDER, SHELVINGS UNDER COFFEE STATION & MINI-STATION AT REAR OF DINING AREA, FLOORS OF BAR COOLERS-DUE TO DIRT/DUST/FOOD DEBRIS. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: GREASY FILTERS ABOVE ALL DINING TABLES, DUSTY CONDENSERS OF COOLERS & FOOD STAINS/DEBRIS ENCRUSTED ON WOODEN SLATS BY THE MINI-PREP STATION MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOLLOWING PLUMBING ISSUES MUST BE ADDRESSED: WATER LEAK UNDER THE SPRAYER FAUCET AT DISHMACHINE, FAUCET BASE WATER LEAK AT BAR & PREP SINK IN KITCHEN, THE FAUCET HEAD OF THE 3-COMP SINK MUST REACH ALL 3-COMP (ONLY ABLE TO REACH 2-COMPARTMENST (RIGHT SIDE). 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.
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Sep 10, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. ALL RAW WOOD SHELVES IN NEED OF REPLACING. MUST SEAL OR REPLACE.
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: SODA MACHINE AND SHELVES IN FRONT PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP IN NEED OF REGROUTING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. Use dustless cleaning methods. WALLS IN WAIT STATION IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD AND DRINK SPLATTERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. LEAKS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA IN NEED OF REPAIR. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ron of Japan last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ron of Japan on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 21 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ron of Japan?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Ron of Japan.
Has Ron of Japan's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ron of Japan have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ron of Japan means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Ron of Japan inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ron of Japan is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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