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LA COCO MEXICAN FOOD Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

LA COCO MEXICAN FOOD 3808 W LAWRENCE AVE, CHICAGO 60625 Restaurant
October 31, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2808678
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor

Violation Categories

🚫 Cockroach Infestation 🚫 Equipment Issues 🚫 Facilities Issues 🚫 Facility Maintenance 🚫 Food Temperature 🚫 Personnel Issues 🚫 Pest Control 🚫 Rodent Activity 🚫 Sanitation

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED 4 LIVE ROACHES ON SITE INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). NO 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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.11 OBSERVED THAT GASKET ON REACH UNDER FOOD PREP COOLER DOOR IS RIPPED AND BROKEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR GASKET
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.11 OBSERVED THAT GASKET ON REACH UNDER FOOD PREP COOLER DOOR IS RIPPED AND BROKEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR GASKET
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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