FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
EL PRESIDENTE RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 17, 2021
Canvass
License #71168
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE HOT WATER AT 88F IN WOMEN AND MEN'S WASHROOMS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(c)
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED WOODEN CUTTING BOARD/ TABLE NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. TABLE/CUTTING BOARD MUST BE REMOVED FROM PERMISES OR SANDED DOWN TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAINED.
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED WOODEN CUTTING BOARD/ TABLE NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. TABLE/CUTTING BOARD MUST BE REMOVED FROM PERMISES OR SANDED DOWN TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAINED.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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