PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
GORDILLAS Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 15, 2024
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License #2845481
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING SERVED AND PREPARED (STEAK, RICE, BEANS). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT VALID, ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE, AS WELL AS CERTIFIED MANAGER, MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES, TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: I OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE WALL LEADING DOWN THE BASEMENT STAIRS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF DEBRIS AND GRIME UNDER THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA, IN BASEMENT AREA UNDER STAIRWELL, BEHIND DOORS, AND IN CORNERS OF KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF DEBRIS AND GRIME UNDER THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA, IN BASEMENT AREA UNDER STAIRWELL, BEHIND DOORS, AND IN CORNERS OF KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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