Carniceria Guanajuato

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2026	1	6	0
2025	1	2	0
2024	2	22	1
2023	1	2	1
2022	2	17	0
2021	2	12	0
2019	2	14	0
2018	2	29	1
2017	3	26	2
2016	2	8	0
2015	2	5	0
2014	1	5	0
2013	2	10	2
2012	5	23	3
2011	2	6	0

Aug 18, 2026 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE DISPLAY DAIRY COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN WALK-IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE LIDS AND/OR COVERINGS WHEN STORING ALL FOOD ITEMS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA NEAR EXIT TO DUMPSTER WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED FROZEN CHICKEN STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND CONTAINERS ONLY.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS ON THE SLIDING DOORS OF MEAT DEPARTMENT COLD-HOLD UNIT. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS AND CLEAN UNIT AFTER EACH USE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INGREDIENT CONTAINERS, RACKS AND SHELVING WITH FLOUR, DUST, GREASE, DEAD INSECTS AND DIRT BUILD-UP THROUGHOUT. RECOMMENDED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Jul 17, 2025 Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD ATTACHED TO PREP COOLER IN "TAQUERIA GUANAJUATO" KITCHEN WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND RESTORE TO A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING A CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY AND COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

May 28, 2024 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED TORN GASKET IN THE 2 DOOR COOLER BY THE TACO PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD ON MAIN MEAT PREP AREA COVERED WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

FOUND HEAVY DIRT AND DEBRIS BUILD UP INSIDE AND ON THE COOLER OF THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE TAQUERIA, THE MEAT DEPARTMENT WALK-IN COOLER, AND IN THE DISPLAY COOLERS IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL SAID COOLERS AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE CONDENSER FAN COVER IN THE WALK IN COOLER (PRODUCE AND MEAT). INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRT AND GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS COVERS ABOVE PREP AREAS AND ABOVE CUTTING TABLES IN BUTCHER AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT MEAT DEPARTMENT, HOT PREP AREA IN REAR AND MEAT COOLER WALK-IN COOLERS AREA AND MUST MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST REPLACE ALL BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS INSIDE THE DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER,HOT PREP AREA IN AREA AND THE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

NO VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES WERE PROVIDED FOR FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

May 20, 2024 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES IN THE FRONT TACO PREP COLD HOLDING UNIT, SUCH AS 20LBS OF COOKED BEANS AT 97.2F, 5LBS OF COOKED RICE AT 47.8F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED A TOTAL 25LBS AT $95. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW . PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

FOUND READY TO EAT TCS FOODS COOKED BEEF AND COOKED RICE IN REFRIGERATOR NOT DATE MARKED. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD FOR 24 HOURS MUST BE PROPERLY DATE MARKED WITH THE DATE THE FOOD WILL BE SOLD, DISCARDED OR CONSUMED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED TORN GASKET IN THE 2 DOOR COOLER BY THE TACO PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD ON MAIN MEAT PREP AREA COVERED WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
Not serious Priority Foundation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

FOUND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED; SINK IS LEAKING WHEN DRAINING WATER FROM THREE COMPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET DRAINAGE SYSTEM SERVICED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

FOUND HEAVY DIRT AND DEBRIS BUILD UP INSIDE AND ON THE COOLER OF THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE TAQUERIA, THE MEAT DEPARTMENT WALK-IN COOLER, AND IN THE DISPLAY COOLERS IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL SAID COOLERS AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE CONDENSER FAN COVER IN THE WALK IN COOLER (PRODUCE AND MEAT). INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Priority Foundation
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND ABOVE RIM AND TRASH BAGS ON TOP OF CAN. MUST REMOVE TRASH AND BAGS AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRT AND GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS COVERS ABOVE PREP AREAS AND ABOVE CUTTING TABLES IN BUTCHER AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT MEAT DEPARTMENT, HOT PREP AREA IN REAR AND MEAT COOLER WALK-IN COOLERS AREA AND MUST MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST REPLACE ALL BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS INSIDE THE DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER,HOT PREP AREA IN AREA AND THE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

NO VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES WERE PROVIDED FOR FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

Apr 26, 2023 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Priority
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED STEAK AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE AT 113.5F IN HOT HOLDING UNIT. OBSERVED COOKED PORK, COOKED CHICKEN, STUFFED PEPPERS WITH CHEESE AND COOKED PORK CHICHARONS AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 110-123F. TIME TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 135.0F OR ABOVE INSIDE OF A HOT HOLDING UNIT. FOOD DISCARDED VOLUNTARILY. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 30 LBS AT A COST OF $125.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER IN MEAT DEPARTMENT PREPARING FOOD WITH ABOUT AN INCH LONG BEARD. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR AN EFFECTIVE BEARD RESTRAINT.

Sep 23, 2022 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

FOUND THE HOT-HOLDING CASE IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT IN POOR REPAIR; THE SLIDING DOOR IS BROKEN AND DOES NOT FULLY CLOSE/SEAL, AND THERE IS A LARGE HOLE IN THE PLASTIC ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE CASE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

FOUND HEAVY DIRT AND DEBRIS BUILD UP INSIDE AND ON THE GASKETS OF THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE TAQUERIA, THE MEAT DEPARTMENT WALK-IN COOLER, AND IN THE DISPLAY COOLERS IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT. OBSERVED HEAVY ICE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP INSIDE THE 2-DOOR TRUE FREEZER LOCATED ON THE STORE FLOOR NEXT TO THE POP. NOTED HEAVY ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE GLASS TOP CHEST FREEZERS LOCATED TOWARDS THE FRONT OF THE STORE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL SAID COOLERS AND FREEZERS, DEFROST THE 2 CHEST FREEZERS, AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, GARBAGE, AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE ALL ITEMS THAT ARE UNNECESSARY TO THE OPERATION, DETAIL CLEAN AREA, AND ORGANIZE ALL REMAINING ARTICLES, STORING THEM OFF THE FLOOR TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST REPLACE ALL BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS INSIDE THE MENS WASHROOM, THE DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER, AND THE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED THE MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE MENS AND WOMENS WASHROOM TO BE BROKEN. MUST REPAIR AND PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

NO VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES WERE PROVIDED FOR FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.

Sep 16, 2022 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE DISPLAY COOLERS OR IN THE HOT-HOLDING CASE, BOTH LOCATED IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL HOT-HOLDING AND COLD-HOLDING UNITS TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: 15 IN THE BASEMENT NEAR THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES, 10 ON THE WALL ABOVE THE DOOR LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER, 35 IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA ON EQUIPMENT AND ON THE OPEN CONTAINER OF GARBAGE, AND OVER 75 IN THE PRODUCE DEPARTMENT CUSTOMER AREA ON ONIONS, GINGER, POTATOES, AND OTHER SURROUNDING PRODUCE. ALSO NOTED 8 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT ON THE FLOOR NEXT TO THE MICROWAVES. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY FROM THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

FOUND THE HOT-HOLDING CASE IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT IN POOR REPAIR; THE SLIDING DOOR IS BROKEN AND DOES NOT FULLY CLOSE/SEAL, AND THERE IS A LARGE HOLE IN THE PLASTIC ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE CASE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED FROZEN FOOD STORED DIRECTLY IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS INSIDE THE 2-DOOR TRUE FREEZER LOCATED IN THE STORE FLOOR AREA NEXT TO THE POP. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

MUST REMOVE ALL ALUMINUM FOIL, PLASTIC, PAPER LINER, AND CARDBOARD FROM ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND FROM INSIDE THE COOLERS THROUGHOUT ALL COOKING/PREP AREAS, AND PROVIDE SURFACES THAT ARE SMOOTH, NON-ABSORBANT, AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

FOUND HEAVY DIRT AND DEBRIS BUILD UP INSIDE AND ON THE GASKETS OF THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE TAQUERIA, THE MEAT DEPARTMENT WALK-IN COOLER, AND IN THE DISPLAY COOLERS IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT. OBSERVED HEAVY ICE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP INSIDE THE 2-DOOR TRUE FREEZER LOCATED ON THE STORE FLOOR NEXT TO THE POP. NOTED HEAVY ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE GLASS TOP CHEST FREEZERS LOCATED TOWARDS THE FRONT OF THE STORE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL SAID COOLERS AND FREEZERS, DEFROST THE 2 CHEST FREEZERS, AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, GARBAGE, AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE ALL ITEMS THAT ARE UNNECESSARY TO THE OPERATION, DETAIL CLEAN AREA, AND ORGANIZE ALL REMAINING ARTICLES, STORING THEM OFF THE FLOOR TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED THE MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE MENS AND WOMENS WASHROOM TO BE BROKEN. MUST REPAIR AND PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST REPLACE ALL BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS INSIDE THE MENS WASHROOM, THE DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER, AND THE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

NO VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES WERE PROVIDED FOR FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM 2/9/2021 REPORT #2484674 NOT CORRECTED: VIOLATION #55 (6-201.11) MUST CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA AND MUST MAINTAIN. MUST CORRECT PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Feb 9, 2021 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A FEW MISSING FLOOR TILES IN REAR CARNITAS FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR, REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA AND MUST MAINTAIN

Feb 2, 2021 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
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
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS IN REAR MEAT COUNTER AREA AND REAR CUTTING AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF HAND WASHING SINKS AND PREP AREAS. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK DRAINING SLOW IN REAR PORK CARNITAS PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN REAR STORAGE ROOMS. MUST REMOVE CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AREAS TO PREENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRT AND GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS COVERS ABOVE PREP AREAS AND ABOVE CUTTING TABLES IN BUTCHER AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA AND MUST MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A FEW MISSING FLOOR TILES IN REAR CARNITAS FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR, REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED DUST AND DEBRIS ON VENTILATION VENTS INSIDE CUSTOMERS WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2303523 ON 07/23/2019. #55 REPAIR THE CORNER OF THE WALL IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA WHERE THE WALL TILES WERE REMOVED. #56 MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA. #57 NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES WERE PROVIDED FOR FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Aug 2, 2019 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.11 REPAIR THE CORNER OF THE WALL IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA WHERE THE WALL TILES WERE REMOVED.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-303.11 MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO THE MEAT AND DELI PREP AREA.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-202.11 MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD FOR THE LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE MEAT AND DELI PREP AREA WHERE MISSING.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 NO VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES WERE PROVIDED FOR FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.

Jul 23, 2019 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
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.
Severity not stated
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED PLASTIC CUPS USED AS SCOOPS FOR SALSA IN THE PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE UTENSILS WITH A HANDLE.
Not serious Priority Foundation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON THE PREMISES TO MEASURE THE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DELI CASE COOLER.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

CLEAN THE WALLS IN THE MEN'S WASHROOM.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD FOR THE LIGHT FIXTURE ABOVE THE GRILL IN THE TAQUERIA.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES WERE PROVIDED FOR FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2184548 ON 7/13/18 WERE NOT CORRECTED: 39 - OBSERVED FOOD STORED UNDER SEWER LINES IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE. 47 - OBSERVED DEEP CUTS AND GROVES IN THE CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT PREMISE. MUST REMOVE OR RESURFACE. 51 - OBSERVED SMALL LEAK COMING FROM CEILING IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Jul 13, 2018 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

MUST PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. NO CITATION ISSUED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-012(A)
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

MUST PROVIDE CLEANUP KIT AND PROCEDURE. NO CITATION ISSUED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005
Not serious Priority Foundation
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER. NO CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD STORED UNDER SEWER LINES IN THE BASEMENT AND UNDER LEAKING WATER IN THE PRODUCE COOLER . MUST REMOVE.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN PRODUCE COOLER STORED UNCOVERED AND IN MILK CRATES ON FLOOR. MUST REMOVE.
Severity not stated
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED SERVING TONGS STORED DIRECTLY ON BREAD IN THE DISPLAY CABINET MUST REMOVE.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS SHELVING LINER THROUGHOUT PREMISE. MUST REMOVE. OBSERVED FOIL USED AS LINER UNDER GRILL TABLE. MUST REMOVE.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED MILK CRATES AND WOOD PALLETS BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT PREMISE. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE A NON-POROUS,SMOOTH, SURFACE THAT IS STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND IS OF AN EASILY FLOOR ACCESSIBLE AND CLEANABLE DESIGN.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED DEEP CUTS AND GROVES IN THE CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT PREMISE. MUST REMOVE OR RESURFACE.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED VENTILATION COVERS IN TOILET ROOMS ENCRUSTED WITH DUST/DEBRIS. MUST REMOVE. OBSERVED EXCESS ICE ACCUMULATION INSIDE THE PACKAGED ICE FREEZER. MUST DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED SMALL LEAK COMING FROM CEILING IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Jul 5, 2018 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

MUST PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. NO CITATION ISSUED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-012(A)
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

MUST PROVIDE CLEANUP KIT AND PROCEDURE. NO CITATION ISSUED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005
Serious Priority
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL SANITIZING SOLUTION USED WHILE WASHING DISHES IN TAQUERIA. INSTRUCTED PIC THAT THEY MUST USE A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHILE WASHING ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES. PRIORITY VIOLATION#: 7-38-030 (c)
Not serious Priority Foundation
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER. NO CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005
Not serious Priority Foundation
VARIANCE OBTAINED FOR SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS

MUST OBTAIN APPROVAL FROM CDPH FOR THE CHICHIRONAS COOKING PROCESS AND FOR THE CLEANING PROCESS OF ALL LARGE EQUIPMENT THAT CANNOT BE SUBMERGED IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. OR REMOVE THE CHICHIRONAS AND LARGE UTENSILS FROM PREMISE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD STORED UNDER SEWER LINES IN THE BASEMENT AND UNDER LEAKING WATER IN THE PRODUCE COOLER . MUST REMOVE.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN PRODUCE COOLER STORED UNCOVERED AND IN MILK CRATES ON FLOOR. MUST REMOVE.
Severity not stated
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED SERVING TONGS STORED DIRECTLY ON BREAD IN THE DISPLAY CABINET MUST REMOVE.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS SHELVING LINER THROUGHOUT PREMISE. MUST REMOVE. OBSERVED FOIL USED AS LINER UNDER GRILL TABLE. MUST REMOVE.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED DEEP CUTS AND GROVES IN THE CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT PREMISE. MUST REMOVE OR RESURFACE.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED MILK CRATES AND WOOD PALLETS BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT PREMISE. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE A NON-POROUS,SMOOTH, SURFACE THAT IS STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND IS OF AN EASILY FLOOR ACCESSIBLE AND CLEANABLE DESIGN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED VENTILATION COVERS IN TOILET ROOMS ENCRUSTED WITH DUST/DEBRIS. MUST REMOVE. OBSERVED EXCESS ICE ACCUMULATION INSIDE THE PACKAGED ICE FREEZER. MUST DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED SMALL LEAK COMING FROM CEILING IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED FOOD, FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT AND OTHER VARIOUS ARTICLES THAT PIC REPORTED IS GARBAGE STORED THROUGHOUT PREMISE IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE UNADULTERATED FOODS, AND EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL BY THE MILK COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED PERSONAL ITEMS (JACKET AND BAG) BEING STORED INSIDE THE MILK COOLER. MUST REMOVE.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED LIGHTS OUT IN MILK/DELI MEAT COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHTING THROUGHOUT BASEMENT.
Not serious Priority Foundation
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: PA 100-0367

Nov 13, 2017 Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTER ON GLASS DISPLAY CASE, THROUGHOUT MEAT/DELI AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN, AT ALL TIMES.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

OBSERVED BURNED OUT LIGHT IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: -ABOVE COOK LINE AREA IN TAQUERIA -MAIN WALK IN COOLER FOR MEATS -PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

May 22, 2017 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090

PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT#2050373 5/15/17 #18-STILL FINDING FRONT EXIT DOOR WITH A APPX."3-4" GAP ALONG SIDE OF DOOR FROM TOP TO BOTTOM AND REAR DELIVERY DOOR APPX."1-2" GAP ALONG BOTTOM,AND FRONT ENRTY DOOR NOT ABLE TO OPEN AUTOMATICALLY ALL THE WAY.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING,AND REPAIR DOOR TO OPEN ALL THE WAY.DOOR REPAIR PERSON ARRIVED ON SITE DURING INSPECTION TO REPAIR ABOVE MENTIONED DOORS.(CRITICAL 7-42-090)
Not serious Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS IN HOT FOODS PREP AREA
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON MEAT & PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER,MISSING DOOR HANDLES ON SOME MEAT DISPLAY UNITS IN MEAT DEPT.MUST PROVIDE SCOOPS AND HOLDING UNITS FOR BULK FOODS AND OPEN BAKED GOODS UTENSILS
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM TAQUERIA-PREP & REACH IN COOLERS,PREP TABLES,CUTTING BOARDS,GRILL TABLE,KNIFE CADDY AND CAN OPENER.MEAT,PRODUCE & TAQUERIA WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD,MOP SINK BASIN
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN MEAT & TAQUERIA WALK IN COOLER,BASEMENT FLOOR.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER ON BASEMENT FLOOR
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DIRT BUILD UP ON VENTILATION VENTS IN TOILET ROOMS.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS IN TAQUERIA WALK IN COOLER,FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN HOT FOOD PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY WALLS IN BASEMENT.MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHTS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS,HOOD IN HOT FOOD PREP AREA,MEAT PREP AREA HOT HOLDING UNIT,PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOT FOOD PREP LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK AND LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK,MEAT DEPT.COLD HOLDING UNITS RECONNECT DRAIN LINES.MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER WHERE THEY REPACKAGE PEANUTS,SEASONINGS,PEPPERS FOR SALE.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COLD HOLDING MEAT DISPLAY UNITS
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN BASEMENT FOOD AND EQUIPMENT STORAGE AREA
Not serious Minor
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN

May 15, 2017 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

OBSERVED HAND WASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED AND ACCESSIBLE FOR STAFF.OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND SINK IN TAQUERIA AND HOT FOOD PREP AREA A FLOOR SQUEEGEE INSIDE OF HAND SINK BASIN WHILE FOOD IS BEING PREPARED ,HANLDED AND SERVED.PAPER TOWELS ARE PROVIDED AND SQUEEGEE REMOVED FROM SINK AND MAINTAINED.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

OBSERVED FRONT EXIT DOOR WITH A APPX."3-4" GAP ALONG SIDE OF DOOR FROM TOP TO BOTTOM AND REAR DELIVERY DOOR APPX."1-2" GAP ALONG BOTTOM,AND FRONT ENRTY DOOR NOT ABLE TO OPEN AUTOMATICALLY ALL THE WAY.MUST RODENT ROOF DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING,AND REPAIR DOOR TO OPEN ALL THE WAY.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS BEANS,HAM,TONGUE,PORK,ETC) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AFTER INSPECTION WAS CONDUCTED APPX. 11:15 A.M..(SERIOUS 7-38-012)
Not serious Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS IN HOT FOODS PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON MEAT & PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER,MISSING DOOR HANDLES ON SOME MEAT DISPLAY UNITS IN MEAT DEPT.MUST PROVIDE SCOOPS AND HOLDING UNITS FOR BULK FOODS AND OPEN BAKED GOODS UTENSILS
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM TAQUERIA-PREP & REACH IN COOLERS,PREP TABLES,CUTTING BOARDS,GRILL TABLE,KNIFE CADDY AND CAN OPENER.MEAT,PRODUCE & TAQUERIA WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD,MOP SINK BASIN.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN MEAT & TAQUERIA WALK IN COOLER,BASEMENT FLOOR.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER ON BASEMENT FLOOR.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

MUST CLEAN DIRT BUILD UP ON VENTILATION VENTS IN TOILET ROOMS.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS IN TAQUERIA WALK IN COOLER,FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN HOT FOOD PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY WALLS IN BASEMENT.MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHTS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS,HOOD IN HOT FOOD PREP AREA,MEAT PREP AREA HOT HOLDING UNIT,PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOT FOOD PREP LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK AND LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK,MEAT DEPT.COLD HOLDING UNITS RECONNECT DRAIN LINES.MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER WHERE THEY REPACKAGE PEANUTS,SEASONINGS,PEPPERS FOR SALE.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COLD HOLDING MEAT DISPLAY UNITS.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN BASEMENT FOOD AND EQUIPMENT STORAGE AREA
Not serious Minor
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

Nov 3, 2016 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED FRONT CHAR GRILL NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED REAR COOKING AREA BROKEN/MISSING FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.ALSO CLEAN BASEMENT FLOOR.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN BUTCHER AREA ABOVE THE PREP TABLES, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. ALSO CLEAN DUSTY CEILING VENTS IN PRODUCE SIDE SALES FLOOR AREA, ABOVE THE PRODUCE.

Apr 19, 2016 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED THE BUTCHER AREA CUTTING BOARD STAINED/PITTED, NOT MAINTAINED INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE TAQUERIA, AND PRODUCE CUTTING AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO CLEAN TABLE STORAGE SHELVES IN BOTH ABOVE AREAS. CLEAN INTERIOR OF TAQUERIA 2 DOOR COOLER.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN BASEMENT, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/KEEP FLOOR DRY. ALSO CLEAN BUTCHER AREA/ MEAT COOLER FLOOR.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OBSERVED THE LIGHT IN THE RESTROOMS DIM, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE BULBS THAT ARE OUT. ALSO CLEAN VENT FAN COVERS DUSTY IN BOTH RESTROOMS. OBSERVED CEILING VENTS DUSTY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS BUTCHER, COOKING REAR/FRONT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN PRODUCE CUTTING AREA.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED CLUTTER IN BASEMENT, INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.

Oct 30, 2015 Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT BASEMENT BY MOP SINK AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

FOUND LIGHTS NOT SHIELDED INSIDE PORK RIND CASE. MUST SHIELD LIGHTS.

Jun 25, 2015 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY ON SHELVING UNITS. MUST STORE INVERTED.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

FOUND INTERIOR OF MEAT REACH IN COOLERS NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FOUND SOME WATER SPILLAGE IN BASEMENT FLOOR. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

Jan 29, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Found some food items not properly date in walk in cooler, must properly date food items in walk in cooler.
Not serious Minor
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(crevices), cooler shelving door tracks, racks in meat department not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Floors in walk in cooler and rear kitchen areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in bsmt storage areas under pallets, storage room not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in rear kitchen areas, storage areas shall be repaired/sealed.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Exhaust canopy not clean, needs detailed cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in coolers , kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning.Exhaus fan in men's bathroom in state of disrepair, shall be replaced.

Sep 30, 2013 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

FOUND PREP COOLER NOT MEETING PROPER TEMPERATURE AT 50.0F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT PREP COOLER MUST MAINTAIN A TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW. MANAGER CALLED THE MAINTENANCE PERSON TO FIX THE TEMPERATURE OF THE COOLER. CITATION ISSUED CRITICAL 7-38-005(A). MAINTENANCE PERSON WAS NOT ABLE TO FIX THE PREP COOLER. TEMPERATURE IS STILL AT 50F. TAGGED THE PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE THE COOLER AND NOT TO REMOVE THE TAG.
Serious Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER[ER TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE PREP COOLER IN TAQUERIA. BEEF AT 51.6F, CHOPPED TOMATOES AT 47.8F. HAM AT 58.0F AND 47.9F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN A TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE,DISPLAY AND PREPARATION. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED THE SAID PRODUCTS WORTH $250 ,TOTAL 40 LBS. CITATION ISSUED CRITICAL 7-38-005(A).
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST RE SEAL THE FLOOR THRU-OUT THE BASEMENT,MAKE IT SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE. ALL STOCKS MUST BE STORED 6' OFF THE FLOOR AWAY FROM THE WALLS.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

FAN GUARD OF THE ONE DOOR COOLER IN THE TAQUERIA WITH DUST BUILD -UP, VENT COVER IN BOTH WASHROOMS WITH DUST BUILD-UP AND VENT ON THE CEILING IN THE MAIN KITCHEN WITH DUST BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE WALK IN COOLER FOR THE MEAT AND WALK IN COOLER FOR THE PRODUCE.MUST REPLACE LIGHT BULBS.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

LEAKING HEAVY ON THE FAUCET CONNECTOR OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BUTCHER AREA, AND IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE TAQUERIA. MUST REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAK.

Sep 30, 2013 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST RE SEAL THE FLOOR THRU-OUT THE BASEMENT,MAKE IT SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE. ALL STOCKS MUST BE STORED 6' OFF THE FLOOR AWAY FROM THE WALLS.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

FAN GUARD OF THE ONE DOOR COOLER IN THE TAQUERIA WITH DUST BUILD -UP, VENT COVER IN BOTH WASHROOMS WITH DUST BUILD-UP AND VENT ON THE CEILING IN THE MAIN KITCHEN WITH DUST BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE WALK IN COOLER FOR THE MEAT AND WALK IN COOLER FOR THE PRODUCE.MUST REPLACE LIGHT BULBS.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

LEAKING HEAVY ON THE FAUCET CONNECTOR OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BUTCHER AREA, AND IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE TAQUERIA. MUST REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAK.

Aug 6, 2012 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Cutting board not maintained in butcher area. Instructed to replace worn cutting board. Dry beans in produce section no properly displayed. Instructed to have beans in gravity fed unit.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Storage shelves, cutting boards, interior of cooler and cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Floor in butcher, basement and in dining area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

Unnecessary articles stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles and detail clean.

Jul 2, 2012 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

VIOLATIONS STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1277229
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

VIOLATIONS STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1277229
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

VIOLATIONS STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1277229
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

VIOLATIONS STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1277229

Jun 15, 2012 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

Potentially hazardous foods does not meet temperature requirement during storage, preparation, display and service. Found Carnitas 15 lbs at 127.3 F to 135.0 F and Chicken 10 lbs at 117.0 F to 130.4 F. Instructed that potentially hazardous foods (HOT) must maintain 140 F or above and (COLD) 40 F or below. Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded. Value $87, 25 lbs.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Cutting board not maintained in butcher area. Instructed to replace worn cutting board. Dry beans in produce section no properly displayed. Instructed to have beans in gravity fed unit.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Storage shelves, cutting boards, interior of cooler and cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Floor in butcher, basement and in dining area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

Unnecessary articles stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles and detail clean.

Mar 2, 2012 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

Potentially hazardous foods does not meet temperature requirement during storage, preparation, display and service. Found cooked carnitas on storage shelves 5lbs at 64.0 F and menudo chili sauce 4 gallons 113.0 F. Instructed manager that potentially hazardous foods must maintain 40 F or below or 140 F or above. Must properly document temperature log and cool potentially hazardous foods from 140 F to 70 F within 4 hours and 70 F to 40 F within 2 hours. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A). Value $75.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Floor under equipment, along wallbase, basement storage area and produce prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Ventilation and light covers through out premises not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Walls not maintained in basement. Instructed to repair walls to prevent water seepage.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Thermometer not provided inside prep cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer visible inside all coolers.

Feb 24, 2012 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

Potentially hazardous foods does not meet temperature requirement during storage, preparation, display and service. Found cooked whole chickens in hot holding unit at improper temperature. Cooked chicken temperature at 103.1 F to 114.1 F. Instructed manager that all potentially hazardous foods must maintain 140 F or above for hot foods. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A). Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded. Value $20, 20 lbs.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

Exposed hand sink not properly maintained or operated. While running water at exposed hand sink in produce prep area, water draining from sink coming up from floor drain, approximately 3 feet in front of sink. Instructed manager to repair sink and detail clean drainline to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Foods inside walk-in cooler in bulk storage containers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers. Deli meats in display cooler not properly labeled. Instructed to label all deli meats within 5 days to use when package seal has been broken.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Floor under equipment, along wallbase, basement storage area and produce prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Ventilation and light covers through out premises not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Walls not maintained in basement. Instructed to repair walls to prevent water seepage.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Thermometer not provided inside prep cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer visible inside all coolers.

Dec 14, 2011 License Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Dec 7, 2011 License · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE WORN-OUT CAULKING WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND RE CAULK (TAQUERIA AREA).----------MUST REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND MEAT WALK-IN COOLER DOOR (BEHIND MEAT PREP AREA).----------MUST SEAL OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVES INSIDE DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER (REAR AREA).
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS INSIDE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER, REAR STORAGE AREA (BY RECEIVING DOOR), INSIDE DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER, AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT STORAGE.--------MUST FIX OR REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES AT REAR AREA (BY RECEIVING DOOR).
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH DUST BUILD-UP INSIDE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER.--------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE INSIDE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO FIX LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (MEAT PREP AREA).---------MUST REPAIR STRIPPED COLD FAUCET HANDLE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK (TAQUERIA AREA).---------NOTED WATER LEAK FROM CEILING AT BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO FIX (FLOORS MUST BE KEPT DRY AT ALL TIMES).
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE HOT HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF UNUSED WALK-IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED IN BASEMENT STORAGE TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.

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