PASS
Risk 1 (High)
CLARK EL RANCHITO CORP Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 24, 2022
Short Form Complaint
License #2438111
5
Total Violations
1
Major
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: FOUND THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN: EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE, HAND WASH SINKS, HOT/COLD WATER HANDLES WITH ACCUMULATED GRIME BUILD-UP, TABLES AND COUNTERS WITH FOOD BUILD-UP, EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF ALL PREP AREA COOLERS WITH FOOD BUILD-UP, AND BAND SAW INTERIOR WITH FOOD BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: : NO GARBAGE LID PROVIDED AT RECEPTACLES INSIDE THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ITEMS ON THE SECOND FLOOR WITH EXCESS CLUTTER. MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE ALL ITEMS AND ELEVATE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT FLOOR SURFACE IS DAMP WITH STANDING WATER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST KEEP BASEMENT FLOOR DRY/CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT FLOOR SURFACE IS DAMP WITH STANDING WATER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST KEEP BASEMENT FLOOR DRY/CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection