PASS
Risk 1 (High)
LA MICHOACANA DE MARTHA LLC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
LA MICHOACANA DE MARTHA LLC.
(AKA: LA MICHOACANA DE MARTHA)
4336 S PULASKI RD, CHICAGO 60632
Restaurant
June 6, 2025
Canvass
License #2196604
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MISSING LABELS WITH COMMON NAME ON LARGE DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS AND SMALL CONDIMENT CONTAINERS INCLUDING DIFFERENT VARIETY OF NUTS, ETC. INSTD TO LABEL WITH COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: PLASTIC LINING ON EXTERIOR SURFACE OF ICE MACNINE. INSTD TO REMOVE SAME SO AS SURFACE TO BE SMOOTH, AND EASILY CLEANABLE
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: UANBLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE. INSTD TO INSTALL AND BE ABLE TO LOCATE FOR SERVICE AND MAINTAINENCE
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: UANBLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE. INSTD TO INSTALL AND BE ABLE TO LOCATE FOR SERVICE AND MAINTAINENCE
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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More Information
CDPH Food Protection