PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
BURRITO HOUSE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 15, 2022
Complaint
License #2359945
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED TORN AND DAMAGED GASKET ON CHEST FREEZER LID IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON WATER LINE TO COCA-COLA FOUNTAIN MACHINE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO INSTALL TO BE EASILY OBSERVED.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED SLOW LEAK AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK MIDDLE COMPARTMENT ON LOWER RELEASE VALVE. OBSERVED LEAK AT HOT AND COLD FIXTURES ON THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA UNDER EQUIPMENT AND SHELVING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA UNDER EQUIPMENT AND SHELVING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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