EL TACONAZO RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health.OBSERVED A PIN HOLE IN FAR LEFT COMPARTMENT OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA NOT ABLE TO PROPERLY WASH,RINSE,& SANITIZE MULTIUSE UTENSILS PROPERLY.MUST WELD HOLE IN SINK & MAINTAIN.

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABLE & DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS.

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: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF CHEST FREEZER,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS & DOOR,PREP TABLES,GREASE TRAP& HOT WATER TANK IN EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM,RAW WOOD SHELVES.MUST PROVIDE SIGN ON EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM DOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON CHEST FREEZER.

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 EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN FRYERS,PREP COOLERS,GRILL TABLE,WHEEL BASES,VENTS.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA NEAR EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM & NEAR CHEST FREEZER.MUST CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE & MISSING WALL BASES & TILE BEHIND,SERVICE COUNTER,NEAR REAR DOOR,DINING AREA,FRONT WINDOW,STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT IN EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO CEILING.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE & MISSING WALL BASES & TILE BEHIND,SERVICE COUNTER,NEAR REAR DOOR,DINING AREA,FRONT WINDOW,STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT IN EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO CEILING.

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.