PASS
Risk 1 (High)
GORDO'S TAMALES Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 16, 2023
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2647106
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #45
MINOR
Violation Details
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: 4-502.13: OBSERVED FACILITY REUSING SINGLE USE GROCERY BAGS TO STORE FOOD ITEMS SUCH AS TACO SHELLS, RICE, AND DOUGH. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GROCERY BAGS AND STORE FOOD ITEMS IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS OR BAGS.
Why This Matters
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Food Code Requirement
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Specific Requirements
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-903.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C): OBSERVED SPILL FOOD DEBRIS AT THE BOTTOM OF BOTH REACH IN FREZZERS IN THE FORNT LOBBY AREA AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C): OBSERVED SPILL FOOD DEBRIS AT THE BOTTOM OF BOTH REACH IN FREZZERS IN THE FORNT LOBBY AREA AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection