PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 2 (Medium)
CARNECERIA IGUALA GUERRERO Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 5, 2025
Suspected Food Poisoning
License #2299337
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FRONT AND REAR HAND WASHING SINKS COMPLETELY BLOCKED AND NOT ACCESSIBLE. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE SINKS ACCESSIBLE AND STOCKED WITH SOAP/HAND DRYING DEVICES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(c) CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD OBTAINED FROM APPROVED SOURCE - Comments: FOUND TCS FOODS (CHEESE APPROXIMATELY 60LBS.) BEING STORED IN THE DISPLAY COOLER NOT LABELED AND OWNER NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE A RECEIPT OR INVOICE FOR ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO PURCHASE ON APPROVED SOURCE ITEMS. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: TCS FOODS (CHEESE) NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS REMOVED FROM THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND REPACKAGED. MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: FOOD HANDLER DOES NOT WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHEN IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND HANDLING FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH RUST. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE RACKS TO MAINTAIN A SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, AND RUST-FREE SURFACE.
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH RUST. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE RACKS TO MAINTAIN A SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, AND RUST-FREE SURFACE.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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