MAY 5
2026
PASS 1 violation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Employees clothing placed on dry food storage shelves. Instructed to keep away from food storage.
TAQUERIA LA MEXICANA.
Chicago Health Dept
815 W 35TH ST · BACK OF THE YARDS, CHICAGO
Passed most recent inspection (May 2026).
23 inspections on record since 2010 · Last inspected May 2026.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
23
VIOLATIONS
105
total on record
LAST INSPECTED
MAY 2026
INSPECTION HISTORY
MAY 6
2025
PASS 3 violations
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLE IMPROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE INSIDE SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USES.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED BUILD UP DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF 2 DOOR COOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE AND DRIED FOOD BUILDUP UNDERNEATH FRYERS AND GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
FEB 5
2024
PASS 3 violations
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED ICE SCOOPER BEING STORED ON TOP OF THE MAT BEHIND THE BAR WITH THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACE EXPOSED. INSTRUCTED ON HOW TO STORE ICE SCOOP BETWEEN USES PROPERLY.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.11 OBSERVED WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE WOMEN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH THE COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
JAN 29
2024
FAIL 10 violations 3 CRITICAL
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS (TACOS, CHICKEN, BEEF) WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE OF CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING, AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. SUPPLIES MUST INCLUDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER THAT ELIMINATES NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE CLEAN-UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES TO HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE PROPERLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HAND SIGNAGE AT THE HAND SINK IN THE FRONT AND REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
OBSERVED ICE SCOOPER BEING STORED ON TOP OF THE MAT BEHIND THE BAR WITH THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACE EXPOSED. INSTRUCTED ON HOW TO STORE ICE SCOOP BETWEEN USES PROPERLY.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
OBSERVED GRAB & GO PACKAGED CHEESECAKE SLICES IN THE DISPLAY COOLER ON THE FRONT COUNTER, NOT PROPERLY LABELED AND WITH MISSING ALLERGEN INFORMATION ON THE LABELS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL PACKAGED FOOD ITEMS WITH IDENTITY, NET WEIGHT, INGREDIENTS, LIST MAJOR ALLERGENS, BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS WHERE MADE AND PACKAGED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND IN-USE COOKING EQUIPMENT/UTENSILS (POTS, PANS, ETC.) TOO LARGE FOR 3-COMPARTMENT WAREWASHING SINK. THE INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE OF SINK COMPARTMENTS SHALL BE LARGE ENOUGH TO ACCOMMODATE THE IMMERSION OF THE LARGEST EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS. IF SAID EQUIPMENT OR UTENSILS ARE TOO LARGE FOR THE WAREWASHING SINK, A WAREWASHING MACHINE OR ALTERNATIVE EQUIPMENT MUST BE PROVIDED, OR A WRITTEN PROCEDURE ON HOW DISHES WILL BE CLEANED ON THE SPOT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED MOP IN A POSITION THAT DOES NOT ALLOW TO DRY PROPERLY AND PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE LOCATED IN THE ULITITY SINK. MUST STORE MOP AFTER USE IN A MOUNTED POSITION THAT ALLOWS FOR AIR-DRYING WITHOUT SOILING AND PEST HARBORAGING.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE WOMEN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
JAN 25
2023
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 4 violations 2 CRITICAL
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
PERSON IN CHARGE HAS NO CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY/SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH CHICKEN AND BEEF. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT A VALID CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-012.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES ON PREP STATIONS. INTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN THE INSIDE OF THE LIGHT SHIELD IN THE SAME AREAS.
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AUG 1
2022
PASS · 0 violations
JUN 24
2022
FAIL 6 violations 2 CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
NO HANDSINK IN COOKING AREA AS REQUIRED. MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER IN MAIN PREP KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
NO DISCLOSURE STATEMENT ON PRINTED MENU AS REQUIRED. MUST PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE STATEMENT OR FOOTNOTE IDENTIFYING ALL FOOD ITEMS OFFERED UNDERCOOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. (SEE EXAMPLE FORM GIVEN TODAY DURING INSPECTION)
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED TWO DEAD MICE ON BASEMENT FLOOR; MUST REMOVE. ONE OBSERVED BY THE SUB PUMP AND THE OTHER IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM OF THE BASEMENT.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM OF THE FRYER ON THE LEFT SIDE TO REMOVE GREASE AND TOP AREA OF STOVE TO REMOVE SPLATTER.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
INSTRUCTED THAT FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM MARCH 17, 2021 AS REQUIRED; MUST CORRECT. #37 MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE. #39 MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK NEXT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. #53 MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH A LID IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM. #58 OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS; MUST PROVIDE VALID CERTIFICATES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.
MAR 17
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 14 violations 2 CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER IN MAIN PREP KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(NO CITATION ISSUED)
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN AT FRONT BAR HAND SINK.
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED 5LBS. OF COOKED RICE AT 54.3F DATED 3/16/21 INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 5LBS. $50.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY REMINDER ON MENU FOR CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(NO CITATION ISSUED)
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
OBSERVED PACKAGED DESSERTS ON DISPLAY FOR SALE WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN LABEL(FLAN).MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(NO CITATION ISSUED)
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK NEXT TO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNITS AT FRONT BAR LIQUOR DISPLAY.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
MUST RE-CAULK HAND SINK IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM .
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST GROUT FLOOR IN BASEMENT AT BOTTOM OF STAIRCASE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN BASEMENT.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
NOV 29
2019
PASS 1 violation
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
OBSERVED A FEW PREPARED FOOD ITEMS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL FOOD ITEMS WITH THE NAME, DATE AND TIME ON PREPARED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER.
JUL 18
2018
PASS 4 violations 3 CRITICAL
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
MUST PROVIDE WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
MUST PROVIDE WRITTEN CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
INSTRUCTED MUST INSTALL DEDICATED, EXPOSED, HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP/ BAR AREA, WITH ADEQUATE CITY PRESSURE, HOT & COLD WATER, AND SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
JUN 8
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 6 violations
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
Observed food not protected in walk in cooler, prep cooler, and 2 door cooler. Observed raw foods such as eggs, raw beef, and raw chicken stored about ready to eat foods such as soups, cooked chicken, and vegetables. Instructed must properly store all raw foods below ready to eat foods at all times to prevent contamination. Operator corrected all coolers during inspection. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Observed bowls used as scoops, resting in bulk containers (for sauces, pasta, etc.) Must properly stored all utensils outside food product, or replace with scoops with handles upright, out of food product, to prevent contamination. Must maintain same.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed cardboard used as a liner in the bottom of ice chest freezer in rear of kitchen. Must removed cardboard. Instructed all surfaces must be non-porous, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed excessive ice build up inside ice chest freezer in rear, and in 1 door freezer in front prep. Must defrost freezers, clean and sanitize equipment. Must maintain same.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed excessive dirt and debris build up on floors in basement dry storage area. Must clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Font prep area has prep coolers, cook line, and 3 compartment sink in bar area. Must install a dedicated exposed hand sink in front prep/bar area.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
Observed wash cloths improperly stored on counters throughout kitchen. Must store all wash cloths in sanitizing solution when not in use. Must maintain same.
MAY 19
2017
PASS 4 violations
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR AND PREPARED FOOD IN WALK-IN COOLER.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON FRONT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
NOV 15
2016
PASS 5 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR OF REACH IN FREEZER AND EXTERIOR OF STEAM TABLE NEEDS CLEANING.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR AT HOT LINE AREA NEEDS CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS ALSO FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE BASEMENT.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
IN BASEMENT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS AND OPENING AT BASE OF WALL ADJACENT TO STAIRWAY NEEDS REPAIR.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
DRAIN AT EXPOSED HANDSINK LEAKING.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR. RESTROOM VENTILATION IN BOTH MENS AND WOMENS RESTROOMS NEED REPAIR.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
FOODHANDLER REQUIRMENTS NOT MET.
FEB 8
2016
PASS 3 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF DEEP FRYERS OF GREASE BUILD-UP.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER OF FOOD SPILLS AND AT GRILL.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
REMOVE CLUTTER IN BASEMENT ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN.
MAR 4
2015
PASS 3 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN THE INSIDE OF THE UP RIGHT FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILLS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS.
APR 25
2014
PASS 2 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED THE UPRIGHT FREEZER,AND BOX FREEZER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND CLEAN.ALSO NEED TO CLEAN FRONT FAN GUARD (2 DOOR COOLER).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED THE CEILING VENT FANS DUSTY IN BOTH RESTROOMS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE DUST.
NOV 5
2013
PASS 3 violations
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALL IN SIDE AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
VENTILATION ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
FEB 13
2013
PASS 5 violations
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
FOUND A KNIFE FOR SERVICE BEING STORED BETWEEN A PREP COOLER AND A STORAGE SHELF. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL MULTI USE UTENSILS IN A CLEAN SANITIZED MANNER.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR OF STORAGE SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER, AND STORAGE SHELVES OF USED UTENSILS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS THROUGH OUT BASEMENT AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING, FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH LARGE AMOUNTS OF GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALL IN REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER, WALL AT CHIP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
AIR VENT IN WALK IN COOLER WITH LARGE AMOUNTS OF DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
FEB 5
2013
FAIL 7 violations 1 CRITICAL
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE
FOUND NO HOT RUNNIG WATER IN ESTABLISHMENT AT TIME OF INSPECTION. FOUND 3 PREP SINK FULL WITH WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZER HOT WATER WHICH EXHAUSTED HOT WATER SUPPLY. TANK RECOVERED AT END OF INSPECTION. CRITICAL CITATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED NO HOT WATER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION.
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK IN POOR REPAIR. WATER NO DRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT PLUMBER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED DISHWASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
FOUND A KNIFE FOR SERVICE BEING STORED BETWEEN A PREP COOLER AND A STORAGE SHELF. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL MULTI USE UTENSILS IN A CLEAN SANITIZED MANNER.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR OF STORAGE SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER, AND STORAGE SHELVES OF USED UTENSILS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS THROUGH OUT BASEMENT AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING, FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH LARGE AMOUNTS OF GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALL IN REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER, WALL AT CHIP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
AIR VENT IN WALK IN COOLER WITH LARGE AMOUNTS OF DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
SEP 5
2012
PASS 7 violations
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
COOKED FOODS IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED OR DATED. INSTD TO PROPERLY LABEL.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
CUTTING BOARD AT PREP LINE IN POOR REPAIR, PITTED. REPAIR SAME.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
EXTERIOR OF PREP COOLER DOORS AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN VARIOUS AREAS.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
WALK-IN COOLER DRAIN LINE IMPROPERLY DRAINING INTO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO PROPERLY ROUTE DRAIN.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
THERMOMETER MISSING IN PREP COOLER. PROVIDE SAME.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
IMPROPER FOOD DISPENSING UTENSILS (BOWLS) STORED IN RICE, BEANS. INSTD TO USE PROPER FOOD DISPENSING UTENSILS AND STORE PROPERLY.
NOV 15
2011
PASS 3 violations
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.OPEN BAGS OF PINTO BEANS NOT IN CONTAINER. MUST PROVIDE CONTAINER/LID.
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. CAN OPENER AT PREP TABLE IN REAR NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAINED.
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.LOWER WALL AT RIGHT SIDE OF WALK IN COOLER IN POR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR.
JUN 1
2011
PASS 3 violations
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL COOKED/PREP FOODS- RICE,MEATS ETC IN PREP COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER,(FIFO)
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 PROVIDE ONE MISSING STOPPER FOR 3-COMP SINK IN PREP AREA.
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. MUST REPLACE ALL STAIN CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA.
DEC 7
2010
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 8 violations 2 CRITICAL
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
OBSERVED DISHES BEING WASHED AND RINSED ONLY- MUST SANITIZE ALL MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT IN THE THIRD COMPARTMENT OF 3 COMP. SINK-CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
ALL COOKED & PREPARED FOODS STORED IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELLED AND DATED.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
ALL UNCOVERED FOODS MUST EITHER BE STORED IN FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS OR FOOD STORAGE BAGS, NO BOXES OR PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
PAINT BLACK SHELVES IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: HOOD & FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, GRILLS, TABLES COOKING EQUIPMENT SITS ON, CAN OPENER AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDENEATH & BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. KEEP BASEMENT FLOOR BY STAIRS DRY. CLEAN FLOOR IN FRONT SECTION OF BASEMENT WHERE WASTELINE PIPE IS LOCATED.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT. REPAIR RIGHT BOTTOM SECTION OF OUTER FRONT MAKING ITTIGHT-FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY. CLEAN WALLS AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
FOUND WASTELINE PIPE IN FRONT SECTION OF BASEMENT(UNDERNEATH DINING ROOM AREA)WHICH IS FROM REAL ESTATE BUSINESS NEXT DOOR LEAKING AT JOINT ONTO FLOOR. NO FOOD STORED IN BASEMENT, INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THIS PIPE SEALED/REPAIRED AND TO CLEAN & SANITIZE AFFECTED AREA. REFERRAL MADE TO DEPT. OF BUILDINGS. FAUCET AT 3 COMP. SINK LEAKING CONSTANLY-INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE IT. ATTACH ADDITIONAL PIPLINE TO ICE BIN BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER SO THAT WATER GOES DIRECTLY INTO FLOOR DRAIN
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