BURRITOS AIDA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW - Comments: Observed waste water overflowing from grease trap at 3-compartment sink, and accumulating on floor. Instd to repair and maintain same. Instd to clean and sanitize all affected areas. violation critical 7-38-030.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: Observed over 30 live multi generational roaches in food prep area; 8 live roaches under exposed hand sink, 3 live roaches behind prep table, 15 live roaches under three compartment sink; 5 live roaches crawling under mop sink, 5 live roaches under/behind reach in coolers in rear; over 100 dead roaches through out facility ( under all reach in coolers, 3 compartment sink, grease trap, under hand sink, behind 3 door prep cooler, mop sink and rest room). Instructed person in charge to remove all live and dead roaches from facility, clean and sanitize all areas. Instd to contact pest control for service. Violation 7-38-020 critical.

Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.

Facility must be free of pest infestation.

No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: Observed no City of Chicago certified food manager on site at time of inspection while preparation and serving of potentially hazardous food and ready to eat food being served to patrons ( steak tacos, cooked riced etc.) Instructed person in charge to obtain City of Chicago certified manager certification. Serious Violation 7-38-012(a)

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: Observed previous minors violation not corrected from inspection 2130036 performed on 1-5-2018. Violation #31 KNIVES IMPROPERLY STORED INBETWEEN PREP COOLER AND PREP TABLE. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY. #32 CUTTING BOARDS STAINED AND WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN CUTTING BOARDS. EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP WITH RUSTY SURFACES. INSTD TO REMOVE RUSTY AND MAINTAIN. #34 EXCESSIVE OIL ON FLOOR UNDER FRYER. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #38 IMPROPER STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER STOPPERS AND MAINTAIN. #40 MISSING METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING TEMPERATURES AT 100F OR BELOW. INSTD TO PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER CAPABLE OF TAKING FROZEN, COLD AND HOT TEMPERATURES. #43 WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION. Must repair, obtain and maintain.. Serious violation 7-42-090

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed deep fryer leaking oil with pan stored underneath. Repair and maintain equipment.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non food contact surfaces not clean, excessive debris/grease accumulation: interior/exterior of all fryers, interior/exterior of allcoolers/freezers including rubber , storage shelves, all cooking equipment, flat top grills, all attached piping through out, and all sink basins. Instd to 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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Floors and coving in front prep area as well as rear food storage/ware washing area heavily soiled with old food debris and grease. Must deep clean floors and coving.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Holes noted in various areas of walls through out rear. Instd to seal all holes. Repair ceiling above prep area (condensor line) Instd to have surface smooth, even, easily cleanable surface.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed mop sink without backflow prevention device installed. Obtain, install and maintain backflow prevention for mop sink.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed mop sink without backflow prevention device installed. Obtain, install and maintain backflow prevention for mop sink.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.