PASS
Risk 1 (High)
EL NUEVO TACONAZO Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 16, 2016
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License #2437850
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN FREEZER, AND IN COOKING AREA STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTAINER, OR FOOD GRADE BAGGIES/ZIPLOC. ALSO REMOVE CARDBOARD UNDER COOKING SIDE STORAGE DISH AREA.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS, AND #10 CAN OPENER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO CLEAN EXTERIOR OF FRYER, AND INTERIOR OF THE 2 DOOR COOLER COOKING SIDE.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES THRU-OUT PREMISES, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. ALSO REPLACE ALL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN REAR SIDE PREP/STORAGE. IN MENS ROOM NEED TO REPLACE GRAFFITI CEILING TILES/ CLEAN GRAFFITI FROM WALL IN.CLEAN WALL BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK/RECAULK.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES THRU-OUT PREMISES, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. ALSO REPLACE ALL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN REAR SIDE PREP/STORAGE. IN MENS ROOM NEED TO REPLACE GRAFFITI CEILING TILES/ CLEAN GRAFFITI FROM WALL IN.CLEAN WALL BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK/RECAULK.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection