FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
Churro Factory Inc Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 11, 2011
Canvass
License #1903754
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 11, 2011. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. OBSERVED MOLD BUILD UP IN DIPPER WELL, CURRENTLY BEING USED, WITH TWO ICE CREAM SCOOPERS IN IT, DUE TO LACK OF MOVEMENT OF THE WATER IN THE WELL. ONLY DROPLETS COMING OUT OF SPIGOT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE WELL AND SCOOPS AND INCREASE WATER SUPPLY. SERIOUS VIOLATION.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #26
CORRECTED
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: OBSERVED EXPOSED SOILED PAPER TOWELS THAT HAD BEEN USED AS TOILET PAPER IN BATHROOM GARBAGE CONTAINER. CONTAINER IS OVERFLOWING AND WITH NO LID. VIOLATION WAS CORRECTED UPON REQUEST. SERIOUS VIOLATION.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT ON SURFACES OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT ON SURFACES OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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