LA Panaderia Central Bakery
Mostly clean — 12 of 16 passed, one prior failure
2025-09-04 Pass Short Form Complaint 1 ▾
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-501.12//NOTED DEEP CUTS AND STAINS ON CUTTING BOARD ATTACHED TO DELI PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE TO A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE BY SANDING AND RESEALING OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
2025-07-29 Pass Complaint 1 ▾
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
NOTED DEEP CUTS AND STAINS ON CUTTING BOARD ATTACHED TO DELI PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE TO A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE BY SANDING AND RESEALING OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
2021-10-21 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass CRITICAL 4 ▾
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH REAR FOOD STORAGE SHELVING. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
2019-06-19 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass CRITICAL 4 ▾
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
CLEAN THE ROLLING STORAGE RACKS WITH FOOD DEBRIS ON THEM.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.
2018-09-10 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass CRITICAL 9 ▾
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
2-102.14: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-012(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
2-501.11: NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
4-203.12: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
3-302.12: MUST PROVIDE LABELS FOR ALL BULK ITEMS OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
6-202.15: MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL ON THE REAR SCREEN DOOR TO PREVENT ANY ENTRY OF PESTS.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
3-304.14(B): MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN BUCKETS OF SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USE.
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
3-304.12(A): OBSERVED KITCHEN KNIFE STORED IN BETWEEN THE FRONT PREP TABLES. MUST REMOVE AND STORE UTENSILS THAT ARE IN BETWEEN USE IN A CLEAN, DRY LOCATION AND AWAY FROM ANY CONTAMINANTS.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
5-204.12: MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE MOP SINK THAT IS EASILY VISIBLE FOR INSPECTION.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.16(A): MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE VENTILATION GRATES COVERS ON CEILING. 6-501.12(A): OBSERVED DIRT/DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR AND SHELVES OF THE BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE DIRT/DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN AREAS.
2017-08-14 Pass Short Form Complaint 6 ▾
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,REPACKAGED DESSERTS AND BREAD CRUMBS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: MUST ELIMINATE GROCERY STORE BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON FRONT 2 & 3 DOOR REACH IN COOLERS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM ROLLING CARTS,FLOOR MIXERS,DOUGH MACHINE,CAN OPENER,FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK IN COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN PREP AREAS & WALK IN COOLERS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT & REAR PREP AREA .MUST GROUT FLOOR UNDER FRONT 3- COMP SINK
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN WALK IN COOLER.MUST ADJUST THRESHOLDS AT FRONT AND REAR SCREEN DOOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR PREP AREA OVER PREP TABLE NEAR SWINGING DOORS.
2017-05-18 Pass Canvass 9 ▾
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,REPACKAGED DESSERTS AND BREAD CRUMBS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST ELIMINATE GROCERY STORE BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON FRONT 2 & 3 DOOR REACH IN COOLERS.MUST REMOVE FOIL FROM WALL IN FRONT PREP AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM ROLLING CARTS,FLOOR MIXERS,DOUGH MACHINE,CAN OPENER,FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK IN COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN PREP AREAS & WALK IN COOLERS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT & REAR PREP AREA .MUST GROUT FLOOR UNDER FRONT 3- COMP SINK
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL TILES BEHIND DOUGH MACHINE.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN WALK IN COOLER.MUST ADJUST THRESHOLDS AT FRONT AND REAR SCREEN DOOR.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR PREP AREA OVER PREP TABLE NEAR SWINGING DOORS.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN BASEMENT
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION
2016-12-01 Pass Canvass 4 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED THE REAR PREP TABLE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF 3 DOOR COOLER.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
OBSERVED THE REAR PREP AREA AND STORAGE FLOOR NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED THE REAR CEILING AROUND THE COOKING,PROOFER AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CEAN. ALSO CLEAN REAR COOLER WALLS,FAN GUARD COVERS.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED REAR HANDSINK RUNNING SLOW, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
2016-06-20 Pass Canvass 5 ▾
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
OBSERVED MANY CAKES OFFERED FOR SALE PRE-PACKAGED WITHOUT LABLES, INSTRUCTED ON PROPER LABELING.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED PRE-SLICED HAM BEING STORED IN A GROCERY BAG NOT A PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTAINER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CONTAINER, OR FOOD GRADE FOOD BAG,IE.BAGGIE,ZIPLOC.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED REAR SLICER, AND FRONT COFFEE MACHINE ABOVE COFFEE BASKET, NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO CLEAN WALK-IN COOLER STORAGE SHELVES.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED NO DRAIN BEARD ON REAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. ALSO OBSERVED BASEMENT PREP AREA WITHOUT A HAND SINK, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
OBSERVED EMPLOYEES WORKING WITH OUT FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. GIVEN COPY OF IDPH'S FOOD HANDLER INFO. AT THIS TIME.
2015-08-27 Pass Complaint 2 ▾
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT REAR PREPARATIUON AREAS. MUST CLEAN.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
FOUND 2 LIGHTS NOT SHIELDED AT REAR PREPARATION AREAS. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS.
2014-09-30 Pass Canvass 4 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TRAY CARTS AND STORAGE RACKS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND WHITE MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK IN COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA.
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 FRONT/REAR PREP AND IN BASEMENT PREP/STORAGE AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT (2) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE BASEMENT PREP//STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
2012-07-13 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection 2 ▾
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
End caps not provided on light bulbs in rear. Instructed to install end caps on all bulbs.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Plumbers puddy inside front three compartment sink in middle. Instructed to remove toxic sealant.
2012-07-06 Fail Complaint CRITICAL 7 ▾
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
Facilities not maintaining proper temperature. Internal temperature of cooler at 52.3 F while storing potentially hazardous foods. Instructed that all coolers must maintain 40 F or below. "Held for Inspection" tag placed on cooler. Critical citation ...
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
Potentially hazardous foods does not meet temperature requirement during storage, preparation, and service. Found 1 gallon of milk at 49.7 F, 10 lbs of Provolone Cheese at 58.8 F. Instructed that potentially hazardous foods must maintain 40 F or belo...
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While running and draining water at both front and rear three compartment sinks, water coming up both left and right sides. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drainline to prevent inadequate...
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Bulk storage containers not labeled in rear. Instructed to label all foods not in original containers.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ventilation covers not front prep area. Instructed to detail clean covers.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
End caps not provided on light bulbs in rear. Instructed to install end caps on all bulbs.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Sink stoppers not provided at rear three compartment sink. Instructed to provided sink stoppers. Plumbers puddy inside front three compartment sink in middle. Instructed to remove toxic sealant.
2010-12-14 Pass Complaint CRITICAL 4 ▾
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 TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE RACKS AND CARTS WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
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...
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 TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ...
2010-07-13 Pass Short Form Complaint 4 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE METAL DRAINRACK/DRAINBOARD ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE SANDWICH PREP TABLE FROM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AND CEILING INSIDE WALK IN COOLER, BY REAR EXIT DOOR, REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING PANELS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS THRU-OUT, PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS AT REAR PREP AREA, AND END CAPS AT FRONT AND REAR PREP
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SPRAYER AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE LARGE POTS AND PANS THAT DO NOT FIT IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH AND SANITIZE AND PROVIDE LARGER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK TO ACCOMODATE ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS...
2010-01-11 Pass Complaint 4 ▾
32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
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