FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
JIBARITO'S Y MAS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 10, 2020
Complaint
License #2522235
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #9
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED - Comments: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE HANDLE READY-TO-EAT FOOD WITH THEIR BARE HANDS. OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE TRANSFER COOKED RICE WITH A BOWL FROM THE RICE COOKER INTO A STAINLESS STEEL PAN AND SMOOTH OUT THE RICE WITH THEIR BARE HANDS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD THE CONTAMINATED FOOD. PRIORITY 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.
Food Code Requirement
Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.
Specific Requirements
Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-101.11, 5-103.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL DEAD INSECTS FROM THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY AND LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY IN THE BASEMENT. OBSERVED 15 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT AND IN A METAL STORAGE CABINET. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM THE PREMISES. ALSO OBSERVED 1 LIVE COCKROACH ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT NEXT TO THE WATER HEATER. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN THE TOP AND BOTTOM SHELVES OF THE PREP TABLES, STOVE, WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND THE CHEST FREEZERS IN THE BASEMENT.
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: CLEAN THE TOP AND BOTTOM SHELVES OF THE PREP TABLES, STOVE, WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND THE CHEST FREEZERS IN THE BASEMENT.
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
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection