CARMELITA'S TAQUERIA Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ELEVATE STOCK IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE GROUND AT ALL TIMES.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: FOUND A CONTAINER OF UNWRAPPED PLASTIC FORKS FACING IN ALL DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS IN ONE DIRECTION TO AVOID HAND CONTACT WITH FOOD CONTACT SURFACE OF UTENSILS.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND MEAT STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST STORE FOODS IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS/CONTAINERS TO PROPERLY PROTECT FOOD DURING STORAGE.

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 SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND MEAT STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST STORE FOODS IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS/CONTAINERS TO PROPERLY PROTECT FOOD DURING STORAGE.

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.