AUG 22
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
15 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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CARNICERIA&FRUTERIA EL MITOTE.
BEAT. 18/100
4459 W BELMONT AVE · AVONDALE, CHICAGO
Last inspected August 22, 2018 · passed with conditions
Failed 5 of 17 inspections. 13 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
17
10 passed · 2 w/ conditions · 5 failed
VIOLATIONS
115
includes 13 critical
RECORDS COVER
8 YEARS
since Jun 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
2-102.14 (A) FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 (a) NO CITATION ISSUED
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
2-501.11 FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
5-203.11 (A) INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDSINK ADJACENT TO REAR COOKING AREA (BEHIND MEAT PREP AREA) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 NO CITATION ISSUED
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
3-501.17 (C) INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT FOODS INSIDE PREP COOLERS AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
4-203.11 (A) INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS WITH TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-201.11 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT STORAGE METAL RACKS/SHELVES WITH RUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-202.16 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER RAISED SHELVES FOR STORAGE. NO MILK CRATES. FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
4-603.15 (C) FOUND BIG POTS UNABLE TO SUBMERGED AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LARGER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF SUFFICIENT SIZE TO PERMIT COMPLETE IMMERSION OF POTS OR PROVIDE SMALLER POTS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-101.11 (A) INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.11 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS INSIDE/AROUND WALK-IN COOLER WITH DUST AND MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.16 CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOPS, BROOMS ETC) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.114 INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.13 (A) INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR BASEBOARD/COVING ALONG THE WALLS IN MEAT PREP AREA
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-501.14 (A) INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD AND FILTERS WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN TAQUERIA AREA.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
2-102.13 FOUND INCOMPLETE FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE. ALL FOOD HANDLER MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING REQUIRED BY THE STATE OF ILLINOIS.
AUG 202018FAILED19 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 20
2018
FAILED
19 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
2-102.14 (A) FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 (a) NO CITATION ISSUED
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
2-501.11 FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
5-203.11 (A) INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDSINK ADJACENT TO REAR COOKING AREA (BEHIND MEAT PREP AREA) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 NO CITATION ISSUED
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
FOUND TCS FOODS (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE INSIDE DELI DISPLAY COOLER (AIR TEMPERATURE OF 52.2F). NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING FOOD PRODUCTS: HAM AT 54.5F / 51.3F / 52.6F / 51.9F / 50.9F / 50.5F, CHEESE AT 51.8F / 51.5F / 50.7F / 50.4F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TCS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 135F OR ABOVE. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL WEIGHT 50 LBS., TOTAL VALUE $ 400.00 PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
3-501.17 (C) INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT FOODS INSIDE PREP COOLERS AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
FOUND DELI DISPLAY COOLER WITH TCS (TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS) NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE (WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 52.5F). INSTRUCTED MANAGER, COOLERS WITH TCS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR BELOW. INSTRUCTED TO FIX. (COS - DELI DISPLAY COOLER HAS BEEN DEFROSTED, WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE NOW OF 31.9F) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
4-203.11 (A) INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS WITH TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-201.11 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT STORAGE METAL RACKS/SHELVES WITH RUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-202.16 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER RAISED SHELVES FOR STORAGE. NO MILK CRATES. FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
4-603.15 (C) FOUND BIG POTS UNABLE TO SUBMERGED AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LARGER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF SUFFICIENT SIZE TO PERMIT COMPLETE IMMERSION OF POTS OR PROVIDE SMALLER POTS.
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
5-402.13 FOUND 2 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED IN MEAT PREP AREA. WASTE WATER BACKING UP WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM ONE COMPARTMENT INTO ANOTHER COMPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. (PREMISES HAS 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AVAILABLE IN TAQUERIA SIDE). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) CITATION ISSUED ISSUED 2 DAY NOTICE
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.16 CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOPS, BROOMS ETC) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.11 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS INSIDE/AROUND WALK-IN COOLER WITH DUST AND MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.13 (A) INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR BASEBOARD/COVING ALONG THE WALLS IN MEAT PREP AREA.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.114 INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-101.11 (A) INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-501.14 (A) INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD AND FILTERS WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN TAQUERIA AREA.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
4-301.14 FOUND OVEN IN REAR COOKING AREA NOT PROPERLY VENTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MOVE OVEN UNDER HOOD.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
2-102.13 FOUND INCOMPLETE FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE. ALL FOOD HANDLER MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING REQUIRED BY THE STATE OF ILLINOIS.
JUL 312017FAILED11 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 31
2017
FAILED
11 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE PREP COOLER. SUCH AS TONGUE AT 46.9F,1 1/2 LBS; BEEF AT 46.9F, 1 1/2 LBS; TRIPE AT 46.8F, 1/2 LBS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN A TEMP OF 40.0F OR LESS DURING STORAGE INSIDE THE COOLER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A). MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID PRODUCT WORTH $20.00 TOTAL, AND 3.5LBS TOTAL.
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT /INSECTS PROOFED. WITH OVER 1/4 OF AN INCH GAP ON THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECTS PROOFED THE DOOR. ALSO FOUND EVIDENCE OF LIVE HOUSE FLIES IN THE PRODUCE AREA BY TE ORANGES,TOTAL 10 HOUSE FLIES. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE FLIES.
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED. RIM AROUND THE LID WITH DRIPPING FRESH GREASE ALL AROUND AND GREASE ON THE TOP OF THE LID. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
2 COMPT SINK IN THE MEAT DEPT NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. WASTE WATER BACKING UP ON THE 2ND COMPT SINK WEN I PULLED OUT THE DRAIN STOPPER OF THE 1ST COMPT SINK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO HAVE A WELL DRAINING SINK.
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS
FOUND PREVIOUS SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED/DISPLAYED ON SITE FROM REPORT#2050509 DATED 5/16/17. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT SUMMARY REPORT MUST BE POSTED/DISPLAYED ON SITE FOR THE CUSTOMER TO SEE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010(B)
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
MUST LABEL THE CORN PACKED ON SITE FOR SALE ON THE PRODUCE DISPLAY COOLER.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
RUSTY INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE CHEESE/DELI COOLER. MUST REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN. REMOVE CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A SHELVE LINER FOR THE TORTILLA SHELVE AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: CHEESE/DELI COOLER, SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. SHELVINGS UNDERNEATH THE FRONT COUNTER,AND UNDER THE MICROWAVE IN THE TAGUERIA AREA AND MAINTAIN.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE SHELVINGS IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA, BEHIND THE 2 CHEST FREEZER CLOSE TO THE MOP SINK ,INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER, ALONG THE WALL BASE ALL CORNER IN THE PREP AREA TAQUERIA SECTION AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
BROKEN/CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD BY TE TAQUERIA SECTION. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. SOLID LIGHT SHIELED BY T DELI SECTION NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
LOOSE FAUCET OF THE MOP SINK AND EXPOSED AND SINK IN THE TAQUERIA SECTION. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
MAY 52017FAILED9 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 5
2017
FAILED
9 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED UNDER THE STOVE WITH IMPROPER TEMPERATURE, SUCH AS STEAK AT 48.7F, 2LBS; CHORIZO AT 46.5F, 3LBS; AND TRIFE AT 47.1F, 1LB. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN A TEMP OF 40.0F OR LESS AND MUST BE STORED INSIDE THE COOLER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-39-005. MANAGER DISCARDED/DENATURED THE SAID PRODUCTS WORTH $28.00,TOTAL 6 LBS.
WASH AND RINSE WATER: CLEAN AND PROPER TEMPERATURE
NO COLD RUNNING WATER IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE TAQUERIA RESTAURANT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COLD RUNNING WATER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030. OWNER CALLED THE PLUMBER TO FIX THE PROBLEM AND PLUMBER WAS ABLE TO PROVIDE COLD RUNNING WATER DURING INSPECTION.
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1976270 DATED 12/01/16. #30- Found several prepped potentially hazardous foods (beef, pork, diced vegetables, etc.) not properly labeled in reach in cooler in kitchen area, and also in walk in cooler. Must properly label all prepped, chopped, and/or cooked potentially hazardous foods with date. Must maintain same. #31- Found several knives on counters or stored in between cutting boards and counters in kitchen area. Must properly store all knives (in knife box or on a magnetic strip, etc.) when not in use. Must maintain same. Found pots and pans improperly stored (upright) in kitchen area (on restaurant side). Must invert all utensils to prevent contamination. Must maintain same. #32- Found excessive ice accumulation in chest freezer in deli prep area. Must remove ice, detail clean and sanitize freezer. Must maintain same. #34- Found cracked floor tiles in front of 2 compartment sink, in deli area. Must repair or replace. Must maintain same. #35- Found cracked or missing wall tiles behind meat slicer in corner of deli area. Must repair or replace. Must maintain same. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
RUSTED BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE PREP TABLE AND RIM AROUND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE MEAT/DELI DEPT. MUST REMOVE RUST, OR PAINT AND MAINTAIN. DEFROST ICE CREAM FREEZER IN THE GROCERY SECTION. AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL CHOPPING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WATER STAINED CEILING PANELS/TILES IN FRONT OF THE DISPLAY COOLER IN THE MEAT/DELI DEPT. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
MISSING PLASTIC LIGHT SHIELD AND END CAPS FOR THE LIGHT BULBS IN THE DELI/MEAT KITCHEN. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
EMPLOYEE HELPING PREPARE AND SERVE THE FOOD MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE THE HAIR.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
WIPING CLOTH MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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DEC 12016PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
DEC 1
2016
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Found several prepped potentially hazardous foods (beef, pork, diced vegetables, etc.) not properly labeled in reach in cooler in kitchen area, and also in walk in cooler. Must properly label all prepped, chopped, and/or cooked potentially hazardous foods with date. Must maintain same.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Found several knives on counters or stored in between cutting boards and counters in kitchen area. Must properly store all knives (in knife box or on a magnetic strip, etc.) when not in use. Must maintain same. Found pots and pans improperly stored (upright) in kitchen area (on restaurant side). Must invert all utensils to prevent contamination. Must maintain same.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Found excessive ice accumulation in chest freezer in deli prep area. Must remove ice, detail clean and sanitize freezer. Must maintain same.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Found excessive dust build up on light shields inside hood of deli kitchen area. Must remove dust, clean and sanitize to prevent contamination.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Found cracked floor tiles in front of 2 compartment sink, in deli area. Must repair or replace. Must maintain same.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Found cracked or missing wall tiles behind meat slicer in corner of deli area. Must repair or replace. Must maintain same.
APR 212016PASS W/ CONDITIONS2 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 21
2016
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA
Found washbowl sink in dining room area (closest restroom for kitchen employees), without towels or hand dryer. Found exposed hand sink in butcher area without soap. Instructed must maintain all exposed hand sinks and washbowls sinks with soap, paper towels, and hot/cold water at all times. Operator stocked all sinks to correct violation, during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed cardboard used on floors in kitchen area and inside walk in cooler. Found garbage bag used to cover food items in walk in cooler. Found raw wood shelving in prep area behind butcher area, and also in the walk in cooler. Instructed must remove all of these materials and replace with smooth, easily cleanable restaurant grade items and surfaces. Must maintain.
SEP 42015PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
SEP 4
2015
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
ALL BULK SPICE CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MOLDY CAULKING ALONG SEAL OF RICE WATER CONTAINER. MUST REPLACE CAULKING OR DISPENSER. MUST NOT USE TINFOIL, OR PAPER AS LINER FOR SHELVING AND GRADE TRAP THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND MEAT PREP. HOT HOLDING DISPLAY CASE IN MEAT PREP SEALED/REPAIRED WITH TAPE. MUST NOT USE TAPE AS A MEANS OF REPAIR. ALL EQUIPMENT MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. MUST NOT USE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS AS FOOD CONTAINERS. MUST USE FOOD GRADE DISPOSABLE BAGS OR WASHABLE CONTAINERS. LID OF LARGE BOX FREEZER IN REAR STORAGE IN POOR REPAIR WITH EXPOSED INSULATION AND REPAIRED WITH TAPE. MUST REPLACE LID.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN: COOKS LINE ONE DOOR COOLER, REAR STORAGE TALL REACH-IN COOLER, INCLUDING RUSTY AND FOOD ENCRUSTED SHELVING IN TALL COOLER.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE REAR DRY STORAGE AND BEHIND COOLER/FREEZER AREA WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. POOLING, STANDING WATER AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN DRY. MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS MATTING FOR FLOORS IN KITCHEN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE KITCHEN AND MEAT PREP AREAS. MUST REPLACE. HOLE IN THE WALL BEHIND THE SMALL BOX FREEZER IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. MUST SEAL.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MUST PROVIDE AN INTERNAL THERMOMETER FOR THE WALK-IN COOLER.
DEC 122014PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
DEC 12
2014
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOIL LINER UNDER PREP TABLE (NEXT TO EXPOSED HAND SINK) WITH RUST BUILD-UP IN MEAT PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND REPAINT.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE SHELVES (FOR COOKED PRODUCTS) INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP ABOVE DISPLAY/TAQUERIA AREA.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
END CAPS MISSING AT LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE CHICKEN DISPLAY COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.---------LIGHT BULB MUST BE SHIELDED OR PROVIDE SHATTERPROOF LIGHT BULB INSIDE CARNITAS (USED ON WEEKENDS) HOT HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN TAQUERIA PREP AREA.
JUL 92014PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
JUL 9
2014
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER RAISED SHELVINGS 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR PROPER FOOD AND NON-FOOD STORAGE FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING (NOTED MILK CRATES IS USED AS SHELVINGS).
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT ESPECIALLY BEHIND COOLERS AND FREEZERS, BEHIND GREASE BOX UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (TAQUERIA SIDE).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELD WITH GREASE AND DEAD INSECTS ABOVE REAR MAIN PREP/COOKING AREA.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
LIGHT BULBS MUST BE SHIELDED INSIDE HOT HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT IN MEAT PREP AREA OR PROVIDE SHATTERPROOF LIGHT BULB.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SLOW DRAINING 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA.-----------MUST FIX LOOSE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN TAQUERIA SIDE.-------MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET (COLD) HANDLE AT 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN TAQUERIA SIDE.----------MUST REPAIR BROKEN VENTILATION INSIDE 2 WASHROOMS.--------INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE AT MOP SINK FAUCET.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE HOT HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT IN MEAT SECTION AND PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF HOT AND COLD HOLDING OF FOOD PRODUCTS.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
DEC 52013PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
DEC 5
2013
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
FOOD IN DEEP FREEZER, MEAT DEPARTMENT, NEED TO BE LABELED AND STORED IN FREEZER GRADE BAGS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
CHOPPING BOARD ,PREP AREA, NEED TO BE REPLACED.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
EXHAUST VENT IN STAFF TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING; NEED TO BE REPLACE.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
NEED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR MEAT DISPLAY CASE.
JAN 312013PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JAN 31
2013
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
KNIFE RACK AND KNIVES ARE DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE KNIFE RACK AND KNIVES.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
2 compartment in front prep has leaking faucet. must repair or replace faucet.
AUG 82012PASSED8 violationsDETAILS
AUG 8
2012
PASSED
8 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Found food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, reach in freezers, must date and label food items in walk in cooler, reach in freezers.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Wooden shelving that had exposed raw wood, peeling paint in kitchen prep area, shall be repaired/sealed. Cooler shelving that had peeling paint, rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Exposed insulation of display cooler, and raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed. Reach in cooler gaskets in kitchen prep are in state of disrepair(broken), shall be replaced.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, walk in cooler racks, no clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, not clean, need detailed cleaning.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in rear storage room under pallets not clean, need detailed cleaning. Floors in front storage area by display cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Walls that had gaps, holes, exposed raw wood in rear kitchen, prep area, shall be repaired/sealed, walk in cooler ceiling had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Missing light shields in display cooler, reach in cooler, shall be provided, light shields in storage areas were missing end caps, shall provide end caps to light shields. light shields in prep area need cleaning.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
Employee's bathroom door self closing mechanism in state of disrepair(broken), shall be replaced.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler, coolers and bathrooms not clean, need detailed cleaning.
MAR 292011FAILED5 violationsDETAILS
MAR 29
2011
FAILED
5 violationsDETAILS
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. DISHWASHING FACILITIES NOT PROPERLY DESIGNED,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED,FOUND FAUCET OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TOO SHORT NOT REACHING THE 1ST AND THE 3RD SINK,WORKER WAS USING BUCKET TO FILL WATER AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION;INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ,FAUCET WITH LONG NECK TO REACH 1ST AND 3RD SINKS,GIVEN 5 DAYS TO CORRECT VIOLATION 04-05-11;AT THE END OF INSPECTION LONG FAUCET HAS BEEN INSTALLED
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION REPORT 07-07-10 #277142 NOT CORRECTED,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED;FOUND # 30 FOOD INSIDE COOLERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED AND DATED,#32 STORAGE SHELVES RUSTED INSIDE COOLER,CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN,#35 CEILING TILES AND WALLS NOT MAINTAINED THRU-OUT;INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT VIOLATIONS IN 5 DAYS 04-05 -11;INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE FOOD,SHELVES MUST BE CLEAN,CUTTING BOARDS MUST BE CLEAN OR REPLACE,CEILING TILES AND WALLS MUST BE REPLACED,SEAL ALL HOLES AND REPAINT
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. WORN OUT RUBBER GASKET OF PREP COOLER IN KITCHEN MUST BE REPLACED; MUST READJUST SWEEP AT THE ENTRANCE DOOR TO PROPERLY SEAL DOORS
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. INTERIOR DISPLAY COOLER NOT CLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; SHELVES IN PREP KITCHEN UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OR SHOW PROOF BULBS INSIDE HOT HOLDING CABINETS ARE SHATTER RESISTANT
JUL 72010PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
JUL 7
2010
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Foods inside coolers not labeld or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Single and multi use utensils not proper stored. Instructed to invert to prevent contamination before use.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Glass cracked on hot holding display case. Insructed to repalce broken glass. Storage shelves rusted inside coolers. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface. Air curtains in walk in cooler not maintained. Instructed to repalce worn curtains. Cutting boards in prep areas not maintained. Instructed to replace all cutting boards.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Storage shelves (produce, dry goods, display), coolers, fan covers, sinks, cooking equipment and inside display cases in meat area. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor along wallbase not clean, under equipment and walk in cooler. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ceiling tile and walls not maintained thru-out. Instructed to repalce all worn ceiling tile and seal all holes in walls and repaint surface.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Light bulbs in display cases and coolers not shielded. Instructed to shield all bubls.
JUN 292010FAILED8 violationsDETAILS
JUN 29
2010
FAILED
8 violationsDETAILS
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While, draining water in middle of three compartment sink in rear prep area. Water draining back up left and right side of the other vompartments. Instructed to detail clean grease trap to prevent improper disposal of waste water. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Foods inside coolers not labeld or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Single and multi use utensils not proper stored. Instructed to invert to prevent contamination before use.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Glass cracked on hot holding display case. Insructed to repalce broken glass. Storage shelves rusted inside coolers. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface. Air curtains in walk in cooler not maintained. Instructed to repalce worn curtains. Cutting boards in prep areas not maintained. Instructed to replace all cutting boards.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Storage shelves (produce, dry goods, display), coolers, fan covers, sinks, cooking equipment and inside display cases in meat area. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor along wallbase not clean, under equipment and walk in cooler. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ceiling tile and walls not maintained thru-out. Instructed to repalce all worn ceiling tile and seal all holes in walls and repaint surface.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Light bulbs in display cases and coolers not shielded. Instructed to shield all bubls.
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