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BURRITO BEACH Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BURRITO BEACH (AKA: BURRITO BEACH/B SMOOTH (T3 H&K FOOD COURT)) 11601 W TOUHY AVE, CHICAGO 60666 Restaurant
July 26, 2011 Canvass License #1142116
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #419633,10-20-10 NOT CORRECTED,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED,FOUND # 33 MUST CLEAN EXTERIOR STOVE AND GRILL,#36 MUST CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELD BY THE HOOD IN COOKING AREA;INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN GREASY AND DIRTY STOVE AND GRILL,REPLACE LIGHT SHIELD-DIRTY AND BROKEN,GIVEN 5 DAYS 08-02-11 TO CORRECT VIOLATIONS
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST INSTALL SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN FRONT HANDSINK AND SODA MACHINE; SIGNAGE ABOVE PREP AREA VERY DIRTY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. SHELVES FOR SODA BOXES AT THE REAR NOT CLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR UNDER SODA MACHINE FRONT AREA NOT CLEAN,FOOD DEBRIS MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS AND CEILING ABOVE SIDE GRILL FRONT AREA WITH DUST ACCUMULATION MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;CEILING TILE AT THE STORAGE AREA WITH HOLE MUST SEAL HOLE
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS AND CEILING ABOVE SIDE GRILL FRONT AREA WITH DUST ACCUMULATION MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;CEILING TILE AT THE STORAGE AREA WITH HOLE MUST SEAL HOLE
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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