EL PUEBLO Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: BULK RICE CONTAINER MUST BE LABELED.

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: LID OF LARGE BOX FREEZER CRACKED/DAMAGED WITH EXPOSED INSULATION AND REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE. MUST REPLACE LID OR REPAIR TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE SURFACE. NO DUCT TAPE.----PLASTIC PROTECTING ON METAL TOP OF ICE MACHINE FOUND PEELING. MUST REMOVE PEELING PLASTIC.---MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD BOX AS A PREP SURFACE OR AS LINER FOR SHELVING ON COOKS LINE.

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 SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LID OF LARGE BOX FREEZER CRACKED/DAMAGED WITH EXPOSED INSULATION AND REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE. MUST REPLACE LID OR REPAIR TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE SURFACE. NO DUCT TAPE.----PLASTIC PROTECTING ON METAL TOP OF ICE MACHINE FOUND PEELING. MUST REMOVE PEELING PLASTIC.---MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD BOX AS A PREP SURFACE OR AS LINER FOR SHELVING ON COOKS LINE.

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.