EL NUEVO TACONAZO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED 50 SMALL FLIES AND 10 LARGE FLIES IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FACILITY; 30 SMALL FLIES IN THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM, 20 SMALL FLIES AROUND THE MOP SINK, 10 SMALL AND LARGE FLIES IN THE REAR MEAT PREP AREA. OBSERVED BOTH REAR DOORS OPEN WITH SCREEN DOORS THAT ARE NOT TIGHT FITTING FOR DOOR SIZE. OBSERVED A 6 INCH GAP AT THE TOP OF SAID DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP MAIN REAR DOORS CLOSED AT ALL TIMES UNTIL SCREEN DOORS ARE INSTALLED THAT ARE TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED EXCESSIVE GREASE (WITH FLIES FEEDING ON SAID GREASE) ON THE OPENING OF THE GREASE DUMPSTER LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (RICE, BEEF) OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING, HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS AND NOT LABELED WITH PRODUCT NAME AND DATE. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

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.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

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.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATED BY THE WALK IN COOLER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA IS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE FAN LOCATED IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS IN BOTH WALK IN COOLERS AND UNDER ALL SHELVING AND BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNITS IS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED WALL INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER WITH FOOD SPALTTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

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.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

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.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.