FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
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
April 5, 2012
Canvass
License #1142116
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
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 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #539530,11-25-11,NOW SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED, FOUND #32PLATE WITH AIR FAN INSIDE WALK IN COOLER UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN #33 CAN OPENER NOT CLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE #35BASE WALLS UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDER STEAM TABLE UNCLEAN MUST DETAIL CLEAN/REPAINT; AT THIS TIME FOUND PLATE WITH AIR FAN WITH DUST ACCUMULATION,CAN OPENER VERY DIRTY,BASE WALLS FULL OF DUST,INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE; GIVEN 5 DAYS TO CORRECT VIOLATION 04-12-12
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
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. INTERIOR OF 2 DOOR PREP COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST DETAIL CLEAN ANS MAINTAIN; EXTERIOR GREASE TRAP UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; SHELVES FOR DRY SUPPLIES UNCLEAN,CABINET UNDER SODA MACHINE UNCLEAN,SHELVES IN THE COOKING AREA UNCLEAN,FOOD TRANSPORTING CART UNCLEAN ,INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
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 AND BEHIND COOLERS,COOKING EQUIPMENT UNCLEAN,INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
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 AND BEHIND COOLERS,COOKING EQUIPMENT UNCLEAN,INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection