Rudy's Ramen

1146 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Rudy's Ramen stretching back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 19, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around zero violations each.

Rudy's Ramen's latest score of 100 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Nov 19, 2025

Complaint

No violations found.

100

Jun 12, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

Inspector notes: Deli cups not air dried after washing and stacking, Instructed to air dry all multi-use utensils after washing.

May 21, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.

Aug 1, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET AT EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN COUNTER PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED HIGH-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN DISH AREA AND UNUSED 2-DOOR COOLER IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES.

May 25, 2023

License

2 minor violations.

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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE INSIDE EITHER ALL-GENDER RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLES INSIDE BOTH RESTROOMS.

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT THE TIME 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rudy's Ramen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rudy's Ramen on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

Has Rudy's Ramen's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rudy's Ramen have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rudy's Ramen 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 Rudy's Ramen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rudy's Ramen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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