LA ESTRELLA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: MUST POST HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND SINKS IN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED - Comments: FOUND WHITE TRACKING POWDER FOR PEST CONTROL & MONITORING THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN PREP AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TOXIC OR NON-TOXIC POWDER. CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR RECOMMENDATIONS, AND MAINTAIN.

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 10 LIVE ROACHES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ROACHES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREA, AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CHLORINE OR QUATERNARY TEST STRIPS ONSITE. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of SANITIZING solutions shall be provided. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: MUST INSTALL COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR WOMEN'S SANITARY NEEDS, IN GENDER NEUTRAL TOILET ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REPAIR WALL DAMAGE IN WALK IN COOLER. REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES IE EAR FOOD PREP AREA. REPLACE TORN AND DIRTY AIR CURTAIN LEADING TO REAR PREP AREA. ALSO, HOOD NOT WORKING IN SMALL ROOM WITH COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REPAIR WALL DAMAGE IN WALK IN COOLER. REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES IE EAR FOOD PREP AREA. REPLACE TORN AND DIRTY AIR CURTAIN LEADING TO REAR PREP AREA. ALSO, HOOD NOT WORKING IN SMALL ROOM WITH COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.