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EL TACO SABROSO #1 INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

EL TACO SABROSO #1 INC 8346 S PULASKI RD, CHICAGO 60652 Restaurant
March 17, 2016 License License #2446376
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED GASKETS TORN AND WITH FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FRONT 2 DOOR PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE GASKETS.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED RAW WOOD ON THE WALL NEAR THE HOOD ABOVE THE GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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.
Violation #42
MAJOR
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.
Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.
Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.
Violation #42
MAJOR
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.
Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.
Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections