Kohoku-Ku Ramen Chicago

1136 W Thorndale Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

KOHOKU-KU RAMEN CHICAGO, located at 1136 W Thorndale Ave in Chicago, IL, underwent a low-risk inspection on February 26, 2026. This inspection identified three minor violations related to non-food contact surfaces, physical facilities, and ventilation. Across five scored inspections, KOHOKU-KU RAMEN CHICAGO has predominantly maintained a low-risk status.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
86
Feb 3, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 24, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
55
Jul 17, 2024
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
90
Jul 12, 2024
License
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
58
Violations — Feb 26, 2026 Inspection
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE WOK STATION, STOVE AND DEEP FRYERS WITH ENCRUSTED GREASE.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA EXPECIALLY AROUND THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE ENCRUSTED GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
56
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)