PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
EL NUEVO TACONAZO Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 12, 2018
Complaint
License #2437850
4
Total Violations
3
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED GREASE ENCRUSTED AROUND CONTAINER TOP. MUST CLEAN GREASE CONTAINER AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM ALL GRILL TABLES, PREP TABLES, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, AND SHELVING UNITS.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND AND AROUND FRONT GRILL AREA OF FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALONG WALLBASE AND AT CORNERS THROUGHOUT REAR AND REAR PREP AREAS, UNDER ALL SHELVING IN WALK-IN COOLERS/FREEZER.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND AND AROUND FRONT GRILL AREA OF FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALONG WALLBASE AND AT CORNERS THROUGHOUT REAR AND REAR PREP AREAS, UNDER ALL SHELVING IN WALK-IN COOLERS/FREEZER.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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