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LA ESTRELLA BAKERY, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

LA ESTRELLA BAKERY, INC. 3309 W ARMITAGE AVE, CHICAGO 60647 Bakery
October 27, 2016 Canvass License #1874299
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #24
MAJOR
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: NOTED WATER FLOWING FROM THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT SINK INTO THE OTHER SINK THROUGH THE DIVIDER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL BOTTOM DIVIDER AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-030
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: NOTED PEELING PAINT ON CEILING AT THE FRONT FOOD DISPLAY AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED SLOW DRAIN AT THE REAR HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. ALSO NOTED LEAKING PIPE AT THE U-JOINT OF BATH ROOM HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED SLOW DRAIN AT THE REAR HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. ALSO NOTED LEAKING PIPE AT THE U-JOINT OF BATH ROOM HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.

Health Department Information

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