SEP 4
2014
PASS · 0 violations
MARIO'S TACOS CORPORATION.
Chicago Health Dept
4256 W FULLERTON AVE · BELMONT CRAGIN, CHICAGO
Last inspected 2014.
6 inspections on record since 2012 · Last inspected Sep 2014.
Last inspected Sep 2014. Records may not reflect current conditions.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
6
VIOLATIONS
15
total on record
LAST INSPECTED
SEP 2014
INSPECTION HISTORY
AUG 27
2014
FAIL 7 violations 1 CRITICAL
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING AND GREASE CONTAINER WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE. GARBAGE/LITTER AND GREASE UNDER AND AROUND BOTH CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-020
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN FOOD PREP AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
LIGHT BULB MUST BE SHIELDED ABOVE HOT HOLDING UNIT (COOKING LINE).
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE WOMEN'S WASHROOM DOOR.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM IN REAR. ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
NOV 15
2013
PASS · 0 violations
NOV 8
2013
FAIL 6 violations 1 CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Rear exit door not rodent proof, appox: 1/4" mode of entry at corners must pest proof to prevent pest entry,need a map locator where the chemicals are or rodent boxes are placed. Serious violation 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
PROVIDE A SPLASHGUARD AT THE KITCHEN EXPOSED HANDSINK,PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR STORING MEATS IN THE FREEZERS. PROVIDE A BARRIER OR SWINGING DOOR AT THE ENTRY AREA TO FOOD SERVICE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Interior of deep fryer,hood/filters above hot cooking equipments require a detail cleaning.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Replace burnt-out light bulb and provide shield above the cooking equipment.Clean and sanitize interiors of light shields throughout the food prep areas.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Bathroom vent is not working,backflow prevention device for ice machine is needed,provide 3 sink stoppers for the 3 compartment sink.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
Employee in food service area needs hair restraints.
JAN 3
2013
PASS · 0 violations
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DEC 20
2012
FAIL 2 violations 1 CRITICAL
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
Adequate refrigeration not available on premises-only 2 door cooler. Instructed to provide more refrigeration for extensive menu items. Prep cooler not maintaining proper temperature. Internal temperature at 51.3 F. Instructed to repair cooler to maintain 40 F or below or replace.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Light bulbs under exhaust hood not shielded. Instructed to install shatter-proof bulbs or shields.
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