PASS
Risk 1 (High)
LA FIESTA RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 12, 2025
Canvass
License #41725
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 12, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN THE REACH REACH IN COOLING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAKE SURE ALL COOLING UNITS HAVE A WORKING THERMOMETER INSIDE.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA LOCATED UNDER THE DRY GOOD STORAGE RACK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA LOCATED UNDER THE DRY GOOD STORAGE RACK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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