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COYOTES RESTAURANT, INC. Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

COYOTES RESTAURANT, INC. 1451 W 18TH ST, CHICAGO 60608 Restaurant
November 12, 2021 Complaint License #2022125
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED PREMISES WITH A PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND/OR DIARRHEA EVENTS, HOWEVER PREMISES HAS NO SUPPLIES AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROPER SUPPLIES OR A CITATION WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #22
CRITICAL
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED TCS FOOD AT IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURE: FOUND 10LBS OF RAW SHRIMPS INSIDE THE FRONT PREP COOLER AT 50.1F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SHRIMPS. TOTAL COST AT $95. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-38-005.
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED A FEW BULK STORAGE CONTAINER IN THE BASEMENT NO LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL BULK DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH THE NAME OF THE PRODUCT.
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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE PREP TABLES IN THE BASEMENT AND SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE HAND SINK IN THE KITCHEN. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A GARBAGE CAN W/LID IN THE WOMEN WASHROOM AS REQUIRED.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A FEW DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE PREP AREAS. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A FEW DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE PREP AREAS. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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