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EL TACO FELIZ, INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

EL TACO FELIZ, INC. (AKA: EL TACO FELIZ) 5439 W ADDISON ST, CHICAGO 60641 Restaurant
May 12, 2016 Canvass License #2433076
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

3
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Found several items (beef, pork, etc) without date. Instructed must properly label prepped potentially hazardous foods (held for more than 24 hrs) with name and date. Must 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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Found raw wood shelving in outside/rear storage room. Instructed must paint or stain wooden shelving so that it is sealed, smooth, and easily cleanable. Must maintain.
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Found raw wood shelving in outside/rear storage room. Instructed must paint or stain wooden shelving so that it is sealed, smooth, and easily cleanable. Must maintain.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections