MAR 14
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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EL GORDO RESTAURANT.
YOUR CALL. 57/100
5746 W BELMONT AVE · PORTAGE PARK, CHICAGO
Last inspected March 14, 2019 · passed with conditions
13 of 17 inspections passed, 1 failed, 3 passed with conditions. 4 critical violations across the record.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
17
13 passed · 3 w/ conditions · 1 failed
VIOLATIONS
84
includes 4 critical
RECORDS COVER
9 YEARS
since Jan 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY/KIT ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU .INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PUT CONSUMER ADVISORY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED INTERIOR OF TWO DOOR REACH-IN AND SERVICE COOLERS ENCRUSTED WITH FOOD IN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR BASE OF COOLERS.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOLER. CORE VIOLATION
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED UNDERSIDE OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK DIRTY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN UNDERSIDE OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK CORE VIOLATION
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED FLOORS WHERE BASE OF WALL MEETS WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR AT HOT LINE AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS AT HOT LINE AREA. CORE VIOLATION
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED BURNT OUT LIGHTS OVER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHTS. CORE VIOLATION
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO BECOME ALLERGEN CERTIFIED. CORE VIOLATION.
JUN 152018PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JUN 15
2018
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED TOP OF RANGE ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE ALSO OBSERVED INTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS GREASY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DEGREASE AND CLEAN RANGE AND CLEAN FRYER CABINETS.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED NO DUMP SINK AT THE BAR AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL A DUMP SINK AT THE BAR.
JUL 262017PASSED1 violationDETAILS
JUL 26
2017
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.---------MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER (BY 3 COMPARTMENT SINK) IN REAR PREP AREA.------------MUST REPLACE METAL RICE SCOOPER (IN POOR REPAIR) INSIDE RICE STORAGE BIN.
JUL 192017FAILED6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 19
2017
FAILED
6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
FOUND FRONT ENTRANCE BOTTOM CORNER DOOR AND REAR BOTTOM DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED WITH 1/4 INCH GAP/OPENING. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOFED BOTTOM OF THE SAID DOORS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1982025 ISSUED ON 01-24-2017. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 #33 - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS, STORAGE RACKS, PREP AND STORAGE SHELVES, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, DISH MACHINE AND ICE MACHINE BEHIND UPPER PANEL. #34 - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS INSIDE BOILER ROOM, UNDER AND AROUND HOT WATER TANK.---------CLEANING EQUIPMENT (BROOMS, MOPS ETC) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. #35 - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENT COVER INSIDE (CUSTOMER) WOMEN'S WASHROOM. #38 - INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. #41 - INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF (2) WALK-IN COOLER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE IN REAR AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.---------MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER (BY 3 COMPARTMENT SINK) IN REAR PREP AREA.------------MUST REPLACE METAL RICE SCOOPER (IN POOR REPAIR) INSIDE RICE STORAGE BIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF GREASE BOX WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE AND GREASE BEHIND PREP COOLER IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SLOW DRAINING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.------------MUST REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET AT HAND SINK INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN REAR AREA (BY EXIT DOOR).
JAN 242017PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
JAN 24
2017
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS, STORAGE RACKS, PREP AND STORAGE SHELVES, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE AND ICE MACHINE BEHIND UPPER PANEL.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS INSIDE BOILER ROOM, UNDER AND AROUND HOT WATER TANK.---------CLEANING EQUIPMENT (BROOMS, MOPS ETC) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENT COVER INSIDE MEN AND WOMEN WASHROOM.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF (2) WALK-IN COOLER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE IN REAR AREA.
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JAN 222016PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
JAN 22
2016
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WORN OUT RUBBER GASKET AROUND 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN PREP AREA.---------MUST CLEAN AND REPAINT OR REPLACE METAL RACKS INSIDE SAME COOLER. HANDLE MISSING AT ONE DOOR REACH-IN FREEZER DOOR, AND BOTTOM PANEL OF ONE DOOR REACH-IN FREEZER, IN POOR REPAIR, IN REAR STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, 04/22/2016
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE AND DISH RACK WITH BLACK MOLD-LIKE BUILD-UP.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO RE GROUT FLOOR TILES WITH DEEP SEAM UNDERNEATH EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PREP AREA. (NOTED WATER POOLING IN BETWEEN TILES.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
HOLE IN WALL BY 1 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND DUSTY BRICK SURFACE BY REAR DOOR IN KITCHEN PREP AREA, AND CHIPPING PAINT SURFACES BY COOKING PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN ALL WALL SURFACES, ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE,
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET HANDLE AT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM HAND SINK IN REAR AREA. NOTED PLASTIC WRAPPED AROUND FAUCET WITH WATER LEAK AT 1 COMPARTMENT SINK (NEXT TO DISH MACHINE). INSTRUCTED TO FIX.------------MUST PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BEHIND BAR.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST REMOVE CLUTTER REAR STORAGE UTILITY CLOSET, CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
SOME EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WHO'S REQUIRED TO HAVE IT, IDPH’S FOOD HANDLER INFORMATION PROVIDED,
DEC 142015PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
DEC 14
2015
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WORN OUT RUBBER GASKET AROUND 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN PREP AREA.---------MUST CLEAN AND REPAINT OR REPLACE METAL RACKS INSIDE SAME COOLER.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE AND DISH RACK WITH BLACK MOLD-LIKE BUILD-UP.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO RE GROUT FLOOR TILES WITH DEEP SEAM UNDERNEATH EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PREP AREA. (NOTED WATER POOLING IN BETWEEN TILES).
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET HANDLE AT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM HAND SINK IN REAR AREA. NOTED PLASTIC WRAPPED AROUND FAUCET WITH WATER LEAK AT 1 COMPARTMENT SINK (NEXT TO DISH MACHINE). INSTRUCTED TO FIX.------------MUST PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BEHIND BAR.
JAN 302015PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
JAN 30
2015
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SEAMS IN REAR PREP AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS, STORAGE AND PREP SHELVES IN PREP/COOKING AREA,MEAT GRINDER WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS, AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE AND GREASE ACCUMULATION AROUND PREP/COOKING AND IN DISHWASHING AREA.---------MUST SEAL OPENING ON WALL UNDERNEATH EXPOSED HANDSINK BEHIND BAR.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE INOPERABLE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR IN REAR PREP AREA.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
NO PROOF OF EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
JAN 272015PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JAN 27
2015
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
FOUND LOW TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE (CHLORINE) SANITIZING RINSE AT 0 PPM CONCENTRATION (DISHMACHINE IN USED). INSTRUCTED MANAGER, A MECHANICAL DISH WASHING MACHINES SHOULD PROVIDE A FINAL SANITIZING RINSE OF EITHER 50-100 PPM (FOR CHEMICAL SANITIZING RINSE) OR 180F FINAL RINSE (FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING MACHINE). DISH MACHINE TAGGED 'HELD FOR INSPECTION' INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE. MUST TEMPORARILY USE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FOR PROPER WASHING, RINSING AND SANITIZING OF MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT. WHEN FIXED, MUST FAX A REQUEST FOR RE INSPECTION AT 312-746-4240 OR EMAIL FORM AT CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG TO PROPERLY ENSURE THAT THE SAID EQUIPMENT IS REPAIRED AND THE 'HELD FOR INSPECTION' TAG CAN BE REMOVED PRIOR TO USE. CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SEAMS IN REAR PREP AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS, STORAGE AND PREP SHELVES IN PREP/COOKING AREA,MEAT GRINDER WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS, AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE AND GREASE ACCUMULATION AROUND PREP/COOKING AND IN DISHWASHING AREA.---------MUST SEAL OPENING ON WALL UNDERNEATH EXPOSED HANDSINK BEHIND BAR.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE INOPERABLE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR IN REAR PREP AREA.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING HOT AND COLD HOLDING OF FOOD PRODUCTS.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
JUN 42014PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
JUN 4
2014
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Caulk around 3 compartment sink, exposed hand sink in prep area in state of disrepair(broken), shall be repaired/replaced. Walk in cooler shelving that had rust, peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning, cooler fan guards not clean, need detailed cleaning.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors in walk in cooler under shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floor under cooking equipment, heavy equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Walls that had broken, missing wall tiles by exposed hand sink in bar area, and 3 compartment sink in prep area, shall be repaired/replaced, walls, ceiling behind cooler in prep area that had gaps shall be repaired/sealed. Ceiling above cooler in kitchen prep area not clean, needs detailed cleaning.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
3 compartment faucet in kitchen prep area leaking at neck, shall be repaired/replaced.
JAN 282014PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
JAN 28
2014
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Bulk storage containers not labeled. Instructed to label exterior of all containers.customer advisory must be posted for public view.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Gaskets and door handle at walk-in-freezer broken/loose. Instructed to repair. A barrier is needed at the entrance to bar area. Replace/repair rusty shelving inside the 2 door cooler near the kitchen 3 comp sink.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Instructed to clean and maintain the following: interior surfaces of 2 door salsa cooler behind front service counter,sides of hot cooking equipments,interior compartment of deep fryer(excess grease build-up), hood/filters above cooking grill etc.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned including hot water tank room. Instructed to detail clean daily. Remove wet cardboard floor liners near the kitchen 3 compartment sink.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Found broken/opening in the rear north/west corner ceiling across from the hot water tank room .Instructed to seal opening.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Must repair water leak at exposed handsink beneath the drain pipe inside the employees rear toilet room.
FEB 252013PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
FEB 25
2013
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Found food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, must date and label food items in walk in cooler. Must label containersthat have food in them ie(rice, etc..).
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint, rust, shall be replaced, repaired.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, door tracks not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
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).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ceiling/walls above ice machine had exposed wallboard, peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed. Exposed raw wood by exposed hand sink, and ceiling in prep area, shall be repaired/sealed.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Light shields in kitchen prep area, and in walk in cooler, not clean, need cleaning.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen prep area, cooler and bathrooms not clean need detailed cleaning.
JUN 52012PASS W/ CONDITIONS6 violationsDETAILS
JUN 5
2012
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED-FOUND OPEN CONTAINERS OF BREAD 3 LBS,PEPPERS 5 LBS,OTHER INGREDIENTS 10 LBS($ 50.00) IN THE DISH AREA WITH OPEN CONTAINER OF DETERGENT,MANAGER DISCARDED FOOD,INSTRUCTED NOT TO STORE FOOD IN THE DISH AREA
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST READJUST WEATHER STRIP OF EXIT DOOR -LOWER TO PROPERLY SEAL DOOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR PREP COOLER UNCLEAN,SHELVES FOR CLEAN UTENSILS UNCLEAN,UNDER HOT HOLDING OVEN UNCLEAN,SHELVES UNDER GRILL UNCLEAN MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR IN BOILER ROOM UNCLEAN,FLOOR IN PREP AREA AND REAR UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
LIGHT COVERS UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; BROKEN LIGHT SHILED IN KITCHEN MUST BE REPLACED; MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL LIGHT IN THE BAR AREA
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN 2 COOLERS
DEC 122011PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
DEC 12
2011
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Storage shelves, microwaves, sinks, utensils, cooking equipment and interior panel of ice machine not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor behind and under equipment and along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean floor daily.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Walls through-out prep and storage area not maintained. Instructed to seal all openings and holes around pipes and under equipment.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Light bulbs in prep area not shielded. Instructed to shield all bulbs or install shatter-proof bulbs.
APR 212011PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
APR 21
2011
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Foods in coolers not labeled or dated. instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Cooking equipment, storage shelves, utensils and sinks not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor in corners and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ventilation covers and fan covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
DEC 32010PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
DEC 3
2010
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
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. DUST ON AIR VENTS IN WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER ,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;INTERIOR OF 3 DOOR PREP COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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. RACKS/SHELVES IN STORAGE AREA UNCLEAN,GREASY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;RACKS INSIDE 2 DOOR COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; EXTERIOR AND RUBBER GASKET OF 2 DOOR COOLER AT THE REAR AREA ,VERY DIRTY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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. FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN FREEZER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
JAN 192010PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
JAN 19
2010
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
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. MUST RECAULK 3 COMPARTMENT SINK; ICE BIN IN BAR AREA WITHOUT LID,MUST PROVIDE LID
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. FLOOR IN SMALL WALKIN COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN;FLOOR UNDER 3 C SINK IN BAR AREA UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN
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. WALL AND INTERIOR OF (1) 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR UNCLEAN,MUST DETAIL CLEAN
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN 1 WALKIN COOLER
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