DEC 18
2019
FAILED
16 violations7 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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BULLHEAD CANTINA.
BEAT. 33/100
1143 N CALIFORNIA AVE · WICKER PARK, CHICAGO
Last inspected December 18, 2019 · failed
Failed 3 of 10 inspections. 13 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
10
7 passed · 3 failed
VIOLATIONS
59
includes 13 critical
RECORDS COVER
8 YEARS
since Nov 2011
INSPECTION HISTORY
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
MUST PROVIDE HAND DRYING DEVICE AT HAND SINK THAT WILL BE REINSTALLED IN BAR AREA.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN BAR AREA WHEN SINK GETS REINSTALLED.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN BAR AREA WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER. THE HAND SINK HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM BAR AREA.MUST REINSTALL AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
MUST PROVIDE SOAP AT HAND SINK IN BAR AREA WHEN HAND SINK GETS REINSTALLED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO 1- COMP SPRAYER AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP IN BAR BEER COOLER AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK AND ICE MACHINE THAT NEEDS TO BE SEEN TO SERVICE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR IN BASEMENT.MUST MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.MUST SEAL OPENING AROUND PIPE AND WALL BASE IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN BASEMENT.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BASEMENT.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN PREP AREA.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
JAN 132017PASSED1 violationDETAILS
JAN 13
2017
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING LATCH OR DEVICE FOR THE MEN'S WASHROOM DOOR AND MAINTAIN.
SEP 262016PASSED1 violationDETAILS
SEP 26
2016
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
EXCESS GREASE ON FILTERS ABOVE THE CHARCOAL GRILL UNDER THE HOOD,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BEGINING OF MINERAL BUILD-UP INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE UNIT.
OCT 162015PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
OCT 16
2015
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER, VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS WITH EXCESS GREASE BUILDUP.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
SEAL THE OPENINGS IN THE BASEMENT FLOOR TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
SCRAPE AND REPAINT CHIPPED PAINT ON THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND UTILITY SINK. PROVIDE BASEBOARD ON THE WALL OF THE FOOD PREP AREA AND SEAL OPENINGS IN THE BASEMENT WALL AT THE FLOOR BASE.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
MUST PROVIDE END CAPS FOR THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED A DRAIN LINE WATER LEAK UNDER THE BAR HANDSINK. MUST REPAIR.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
OCT 82015FAILED13 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 8
2015
FAILED
13 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER. OBSERVED PORK CARNITAS AT 43.3-47.3, AND PULLED PORK AT 45.6F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 5# OF FOOD WORTH $18. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
WASH AND RINSE WATER: CLEAN AND PROPER TEMPERATURE
NO HOT OR COLD WATER WAS PROVIDED TO THE KITCHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. THE FAUCET SPIGOT WAS BROKEN OFF OF THE FAUCET EXTENDER AND WAS NOT OPERATIONAL. MANAGEMENT REPLACED THE PART DURING THE INSPECTION. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT AND COLD WATER TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY IN THE BASEMENT. OBSERVED A DEAD RAT NEXT TO THE HVAC UNIT IN THE BASEMENT AND OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT BEHIND THE HOT WATER HEATERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD RODENTS AND DROPPINGS FROM THE BASEMENT FLOOR. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA IS NOT MAINTAINED CLEAN. OBSERVED GARBAGE AND LITTER BEHIND THE GREASE DUMPSTER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE GARBAGE AREA AT ALL TIMES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1473224 ON 5/30/14 NOT CORRECTED: 34/01 - REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA. 38/01 - INSTALL BACK FLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK. 41/01 - REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED FROZEN MEAT AND TORTILLA CHIPS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZER AND COOLERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER, VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS WITH EXCESS GREASE BUILDUP.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
SEAL THE OPENINGS IN THE BASEMENT FLOOR TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
SEAL THE WALL NEXT TO THE DEEP FRYER IN THE PREP AREA. SCRAPE AND REPAINT CHIPPED PAINT ON THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND UTILITY SINK. PROVIDE BASEBOARD ON THE WALL OF THE FOOD PREP AREA AND SEAL OPENINGS IN THE BASEMENT WALL AT THE FLOOR BASE. REMOVE THE SPIDERWEBS FROM THE BASEMENT CEILING.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
MUST PROVIDE END CAPS FOR THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL LIGHTING IS NEEDED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED A DRAIN LINE WATER LEAK UNDER THE BAR HANDSINK. MUST REPAIR.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
OBSERVED SEVERAL RODENT BURROWS ALONG THE NORTH SIDE OF THE BUILDING WHERE THE GARBAGE IS STORED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO FILL IN ALL RODENT BURROWS AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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MAY 302014PASSED8 violationsDETAILS
MAY 30
2014
PASSED
8 violationsDETAILS
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
INVERT PLASTIC FORKS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND FILTERS IN VENTILATION HOOD.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA. REPAIR THRESHOLD ON DOORS.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
REPAIR CEILING IN PREP AREA(WATER DAMAGE).
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
REPLACE MISSING LIGHT BULB IN VENTILATION HOOD. PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTERPROOF BULBS IN BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTALL BACK FLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK. REPAIR HOT WATER TANK LEAK IN BASEMENT.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN BASEMENT REACH-IN COOLER.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN PREP AREA AND BASEMENT. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
OCT 212013PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
OCT 21
2013
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Interior ice machine panel not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Walls not maintained in dining an dhallway-exposed raw brick. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface. Gap along wallbase and floor in prep area. Instructed to seal openings.
JUN 212012PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JUN 21
2012
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN TOPS AND SIDE OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN PREP AREA
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN FLOORS FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT
NOV 222011FAILED10 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NOV 22
2011
FAILED
10 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation.FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED- OBSERVED MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANIIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A. NO CITATION ISSUED.
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RODENT PROOF FRONT,SIDE DOOR ENSURE NO MODE OF ENTRY.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS ALL ACCROSS THE BOTTOMS.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.NO CITATION ISSUED.
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN,REMOVE PLUMBERS PUTTY THAT WAS FOUND INSIDE THE COMPARTMENTS OF THE 3 COMP SINK.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BAR LOCATION,REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE COOLERS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH,A SPLASHGUARD IS NEEDED AT 1 COMP PREP SINK KITCHEN AREA ALSO SEAL ALL RAW WOODEN SURFACES AT BAR AREAS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS INTERIOR OF COOLERS,STOVES,OVENS,DEEP FRYER,GRILLS ETC.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING ESPECIALLY AT CORNERS INCLUDING BASEMENT AREAS.4 " COVING IS NEEDED AT BASEBOARDS ALONG SOUTH WALL BAR LOCATION,AT DINING CUSTOMER AREA.ALSO SEAL OPENINGS ON GROUND IN BASEMENT WERE NOTED.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON WALLS/CEILINGS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT AREAS WERE NOTED AND DETAIL CLEAN CEILING AREA OVER THE BAR TO REMOVE DUSTS/COB WEBS.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
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.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE ICE MACHINE.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.MUST PROVIDE A METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN,ORAGNIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS,REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES/KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.ANY REMAINING ARTICLES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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