Food Safety Report: Ramirez Fast Food, 1521 W Grand Ave, Chicago, Il, USA.

Chicago, 60642 Illinois, United States

Report date: Apr 29, 2026
36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: observed no ambient air thermometers inside the reach in coolers/freezers and display coolers. Instructed to provide.

37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: observed food stored in containers in all the prep areas without proper labeling with the common food name. Instructed to provide labels.

43. In-use utensils: properly stored
- comments: observed in-use utensils (knives) stored improperly on prep surface areas. Instructed to store properly between usage.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed food items stored improperly in plastic grocery bags in the coolers and freezers. Instructed to store properly in food grade storage bags and/or containers.

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: observed washroom door self closing device missing/broken. Instructed to install.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed broken, warped and/or taped up light covers/shields overhead in the prep frontline area and dining area.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed an accumulation of dirt/debris buildup on exhaust ventilation in the washroom. Instructed to clean.

58. Allergen training as required
- comments: observed certified food manager on duty with expired allergen training certificate. Instructed to correct and provide documentation.

60. Previous core violation corrected
- comments: observed continued non-compliance from report 2622601 conducted on 8/21/25. Previous core violations not corrected: 48) 4-301.12 missing sink stoppers for 3-comp sink, instructed to obtain. 55) 6-501.11 missing a splash guard between hand sink and 3-comp sink, instructed to install. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

Source: chicago.gov