FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
EL BUEN TACO #4 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Mobile food preparer
April 1, 2025
License
License #3015754
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-601.11 OBSERVED BUSINESS LICENSE NUMBER (3015754) PRINTED ON LATERAL SIDES OF THE VEHICLE AT LEAST 2 INCHES IN HEIGHT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-201.11 OBSERVED A 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR NOT MOUNTED TO THE WALL OR GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO ENSURE ALL EQUIPMENT IS SECURED PROPERLY WHILE MFP IS IN MOTION.
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 #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: 5-103.11(B) OBSERVED INADEQUATE HOT WATER AT THE HAND WASHING AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION HOT WATER ONLY REACHED 99F AND THEN IMMEDIATELY DECLINED TO 77F. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN 100F AT THE HAND WASHING SINK AT ALL TIMES AND 110F AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Violation #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: 5-103.11(B) OBSERVED INADEQUATE HOT WATER AT THE HAND WASHING AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION HOT WATER ONLY REACHED 99F AND THEN IMMEDIATELY DECLINED TO 77F. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN 100F AT THE HAND WASHING SINK AT ALL TIMES AND 110F AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection