RESTAURANT MARISCOS NAYARIT.
4318 W FULLERTON AVE · BELMONT CRAGIN, CHICAGO
Failed 5 of 15 inspections. 16 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
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INSPECTION HISTORY
FEB 12019PASS W/ CONDITIONS6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
2-102.14(N) OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON THE PREMISES FOR CLEAN UP OF VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
3-501.17 OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOOD (CEVICHE) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
3-603.11 NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT PROVIDED ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS TO A REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
6-501.19 OBSERVED THE WASHROOM DOORS TO NOT BE SELF-CLOSING. MUST INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICES ON ALL WASHROOM DOORS.
PA 100-0367 NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES WERE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
JAN 242019FAILED11 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON THE PREMISES FOR CLEAN UP OF VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
NO HAND SOAP WAS PROVIDED AT THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT SUPPLIED HAND SOAP AT MY REQUEST. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND SOAP AT ALL TIMES AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK BEHIND THE BAR NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. OBSERVED WAIT TRAYS STORED INSIDE OF THE HADNWASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). SEE ABOVE VIOLATION #10 FOR CITATION.
OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOOD (CEVICHE) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT PROVIDED ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS TO A REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED THE ICE SCOOP STORED IN THE ICE BIN. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE THE ICE SCOOP OUTSIDE OF THE BIN IN A CLEAN LOCATION.
OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON THE PREMISES TO MEASURE THE CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED THE WASHROOM DOORS TO NOT BE SELF-CLOSING. MUST INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICES ON ALL WASHROOM DOORS.
NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES WERE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
SEP 52017PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED READY TO EAT FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: 4 LBS OF CEVICHE AT 47.4 F, IN FRONT 2 DOOR COOLER. MANAGER STATED TOTAL COST OF SAID FOOD APPROXIMATELY $ 150.00. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARD/DENATURED SAID FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ALL COLD FOOD AT 40 F OR BELOW AND HOT FOOD AT 140 OR ABOVE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANGER ON SITE DURING INSPECTION WHILE READY TO EAT AND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS; SHRIMP, CEVICHE, FISH ETC., WERE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
OBSERVED NO SINK STOPPERS LOCATED AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE STOPPERS.
OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILE AND FOOD SPLATTER ON WALL IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED FAUCET GASKET ON REAR HAND SINK IN POOR REPAIR, CAUSING INTERMITTENT LEAK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED CLUTTER IN THE BACK YARD AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE REMAINING, STORE 6 INCHES OFF FLOORS AND WALLS, AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
OBSERVED NO HAIR RESTRAINTS IN USE THROUGHOUT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROPER HAIR RESTAURANTS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
SEP 82016PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED THE REAR 6 BURNER STOVE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYER DOORS, EXTERIOR OF FRYER
OBSERVED BASEMENT FLOOR NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, AND REMOVE ANY STANDING WATER. KEEP FLOOR CLEAN AND DRY.
MAR 282016PASS W/ CONDITIONS6 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANAGER ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SOUP 212*F STOVE TOP, SHRIMP 39*F 2 DOOR COOLER,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MANAGER AT ALL TIMES RESTAURANT IS OPEN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012a.
OBSERVED KNIFES IMPROPERLY STORED BETWEEN CONDIMENT COOLER AND STEAM TABLE, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KNIFE RACK. ALSO FOUND UTENSILS BEHIND THE BAR NOT INVERTED, IE. FORKS,SPOONS, INSTRUCTED TO INVERT .
OBSERVED MEAT BEING STORED IN A GROCERY BAG IN THE REAR UPRIGHT FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTAINER OR, IE. BAGGIES/ZIPLOC. NO USE OF GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE.
OBSERVED THE FRONT 2 DOOR COOLER INTERIOR NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYER DOORS.OBSERVED REAR UPRIGHT FREEZER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, AND CLEAN.
OBSERVED FLOOR NOT CLEAN UNDER SINKS, AT BAR AND REAR DISH AREA, BEHIND COOLERS, STORAGE SHELVES,AND COOKING LINE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.ALSO CORNERS.
OBSERVED NO SINK STOPPERS FOR THE REAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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APR 212015PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
FOUND SINKS, HOOD EXHAUST AT BASEMENT NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
FOUND BURNT LIGHT FIXTURES AT BASEMENT. MUST REPLACE BURNT LIGHT FIXTURES AT BASEMENT.
FOUND FOODHANDLER AT PREMISES WITH NO FOODHANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST OBTAIN FOODHANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR ALL FOODHANDLERS.
SEP 82014FAILED2 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FOUND OVER 30 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN FRONT PREP/BAR AREA AND OVER 50 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN BASEMENT PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CALL LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE.
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1335915 DATED 06-05-2013. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-42-090 #32 - MUST CLEAN AND REPAINT INTERIOR SURFACE (RUSTY BOTTOM PANEL) AND RUSTY SHELVES OF REACH-IN FREEZER IN ENCLOSED BACK AREA OF KITCHEN, #33 - MUST DETAIL CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN ALL GREASY SURFACES, #34 - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN THE KITCHEN AREA AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT. #36 - MUST CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR KITCHEN AND DINING AREAS #38 - MUST PROVIDE 3 SINK STOPPERS AT 3 COMP SINK IN REAR PREP AREA, AND REPAIR LEAKING FAUCETS AT THE SAME SINK, #41 - MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CLUTTER IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS, ESPECIALLY IN UTILITY CLOSET.
SEP 42014FAILED6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
FOUND HAND WASHING SINKS INSIDE MEN AND WOMEN'S (EMPLOYEE AND CUSTOMERS)WASHROOM WITHOUT HOT RUNNING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030
FOUND OVER 30 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN FRONT PREP/BAR AREA AND OVER 50 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN BASEMENT PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CALL LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-020
FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (IE FISH, SALADS, SHRIMPS, SOUPS ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHEN HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-012
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1335915 DATED 06-05-2013. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-42-090 #32 - MUST CLEAN AND REPAINT INTERIOR SURFACE (RUSTY BOTTOM PANEL) AND RUSTY SHELVES OF REACH-IN FREEZER IN ENCLOSED BACK AREA OF KITCHEN, #33 - MUST DETAIL CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN ALL GREASY SURFACES, #34 - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN THE KITCHEN AREA AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT. #36 - MUST CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR KITCHEN AND DINING AREAS #38 - MUST PROVIDE 3 SINK STOPPERS AT 3 COMP SINK IN REAR PREP AREA, AND REPAIR LEAKING FAUCETS AT THE SAME SINK, #41 - MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CLUTTER IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS, ESPECIALLY IN UTILITY CLOSET
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT WOMEN'S WASHROOM DOOR.
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF REACH-IN COOLERS IN REAR PREP AREA.
JUN 52013PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
MUST CLEAN AND REPAINT INTERIOR SURFACE (RUSTY BOTTOM PANEL) AND RUSTY SHELVES OF REACH-IN FREEZER IN ENCLOSED BACK AREA OF KITCHEN,
MUST DETAIL CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN ALL GREASY SURFACES, AND CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT,
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN THE KITCHEN AREA AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT
MUST CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR KITCHEN AND DINING AREAS
MUST PROVIDE 3 SINK STOPPERS AT 3 COMP SINK IN REAR PREP AREA, AND REPAIR LEAKING FAUCETS AT THE SAME SINK,
MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CLUTTER IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS, ESPECIALLY IN UTILITY CLOSET
DEC 202012PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
Exhaust hood, filters, sinks, utensils, cooking equipment, coolers, cutting boards and prep tables not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
Sink stoppers not provided for three compartment sink. Instructed to provide proper sink stoppers.
DEC 62012FAILED6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
Previous serious violation not corrected 12-05-2011, report #659572: #21-Found no certified food manager on duty when potentially hazardous foods e.g.,cooked rice, fish, shrimp, green salad, etc. are being prepared and served. Instructed person in charge a certified food manager with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate must be present when handling potentially hazardous foods. Critical citation isuued 7-42-090
Foods not protected during storage or service. Interior ice machine has black substance across interior panel of ice machine and dripping condensation from panel running onto fresh ice. Instructed to disconnect machine, have serviced, detail clean and sanitize unit. Serious citation issued 7-38-005(a).
Pest control logbook not provided during inspection. Instructed person in charge that a pest control logbook must be maintained on premises and available during inspection with all required documents from licensed pest control company. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
Two door cooler in basement not maintained. Instructed to replace rubber gaskets or replace cooler.
Exhaust hood, filters, sinks, utensils, cooking equipment, coolers, cutting boards and prep tables not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
Sink stoppers not provided for three compartment sink. Instructed to provide proper sink stoppers.
DEC 52011PASS W/ CONDITIONS9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (EG COOKED RICE, FISH, SHRIMP, GREEN SALAD ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHEN HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. SERIOUS CITATION 7-38-012.
INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVES AT FRONT PREP AREA.---------MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL STORAGE RACKS IN THE KITCHEN.--------MUST CLEAN AND REPAINT INTERIOR SURFACE (BOTTOM PART) OF REACH-IN FREEZER WITH RUST BUILD-UP IN KITCHEN AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE (BEHIND UPPER AND LOWER PANEL) WITH LIME AND RUST BUILD-UP IN THE BASEMENT.----------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN RACKS WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE PRODUCE COOLER (BASEMENT AREA).
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN THE KITCHEN AREA AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT (PREP/STORAGE AREAS).
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP ABOVE FRONT PREP AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT (3) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF REACH-IN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN AND REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR STORAGE (BY STAIRCASE) AND INSIDE HEATING ROOM IN THE BASEMENT TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
JAN 142010FAILED7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
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 TO RODENT PROOFED BOTTOM OF 2 DOORS IN THE BASEMENT. NOTED 1/2 INCH GAP/OPENING.
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL RAW WOOD OR PAINT IN FRONT SERVICE BAR AREA.
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON FLOOR AND REPAINT FLOORS IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA.
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OENING/GAP BETWEEN WALLS AND SEALING BEHIND PREP TABLE IN BBASEMENT PREP ARAE.
WOMEN'S WASHROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
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 TO INSTALL BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE AT MOP SINK IN THE BASEMENT. --- MUST FIX LOOSE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA AND LOOSE MOP SINK IN THE BASEMENT. --- MUST PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMP SINK IN REAR PREP AREA.
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 ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER IN REAR (OUTSIDE AREA) AND IN BASEMENT REAR ROOM TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.
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