Pass

Takumi Ramen

1239 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608

Restaurant ZIP 60608 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Jun 1, 2026

Takumi Ramen was last inspected on June 1, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 5 violations, including signs of pests.

Latest inspection

June 1, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

5 general
  • GeneralPests

    Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

    Inspector’s note: Found back door open instructed manger to keep doors closed so no unwanted pests may enter.

    Official wording (code 38)

    Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  • GeneralFood handling

    Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

    Inspector’s note: Found sponges on site that are worn and discolored. Instructed to discontinue use or change frequently

    Official wording (code 41)

    Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

    Inspector’s note: Cutting boards worn with deep cuts instructed to replace and maintain

    Official wording (code 47)

    Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Floors in rear area by dish machine in need of cleaning to remove build up instructed to correct and maintain

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

    Inspector’s note: Hood vent filters in need of cleaning to remove grease build up. Instructed to clean and maintain

    Official wording (code 56)

    Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspection history

4 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: The front door has a 1/4" gap underneath making it not rodent/insect proofed. Instructed to rodent/insect proof the front door and maintain.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Food handlers and employees in the food prep areas and not wearing a hair restraint. Instructed to have all food handlers and all entering the food prep area to wear a hair restraint. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Wiping cloths stored on the prep tables. Instructed to store in sanitizing solution (sanitizer must be at the required ppm) when not in use. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Cfm on site has no food allergen training certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid food allergen certificate.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  2. Pass

    License · Pass

    No violations

  3. Not Ready

    License · Not Ready

    No violations

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 5 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.