PASS Risk 1 (High)

CARNICERIA GUANAJUATO #3 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CARNICERIA GUANAJUATO #3 3132-3142 N CALIFORNIA AVE, CHICAGO 60618 Grocery Store
August 16, 2013 Canvass License #2060960
7
Total Violations
3
Major
4
Minor

Inspection Summary

This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on August 16, 2013. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 7 violations during this inspection.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE PREP TABLE AND 3 COMPARTMENT IN THE BUTCHER AREA. CAULKING AROUND THE WASHBOWL SINK IN THE EMPLOYEES WASHROOM AND EXPOSED HAND SINK OUTSIDE THE WASHROOM SAME AREA ,WORN OUT WITH MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE. MUST RE CAULK AND MAINTAIN. REPAIR THE GASKET ALONG THE DOOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER FOR THE PRODUCE.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER FOR THE MEAT.AND REMOVE THE CARDBOARD ON THE FLOOR SAME AREA. CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT AROUND THE GREASE TRAP BOX(WITH GREASE ACCUMULATED).
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN IN DETAIL THE HOOD/FILTER IN THE TAQUERIA AREA AND THE MAIN KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN. VENT INSIDE THE CUSTOMERS WASHROOM WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD -UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. FAN GUARD OF THE 2 DOOR COOLER IN TAQUERIA AREA,WITH DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MISSING LIGHT SHIELD AND END CAPS ON THE LIGHTING FIXTURES ON THE PRODUCE DISPLAY COOLER. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD AND END CAPS.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON BOTH EMPLOYEES WASHROOM IN THE BASEMENT.(DOOR NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY).
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE HOT HOLDING CASE IN TAQUERIA.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE HOT HOLDING CASE IN TAQUERIA.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections