FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
LA CASA DEL PUEBLO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
LA CASA DEL PUEBLO
(AKA: LA CASA DEL PUEBLO TAQUERIA)
1834 S BLUE ISLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60608
Restaurant
January 26, 2018
License
License #2574611
3
Total Violations
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PREMISES MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL EXPOSED HANDWASH SINK CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD HANDLERS AT FRONT PREP AREA WHERE FOOD IS PLATED BUFFET STYLE. CRITICAL VIOLATON 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF 3-DR REFRIGERATOR AT 1ST FL PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF 3-DR REFRIGERATOR AT 1ST FL PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection