FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
LA PALMA SUPERMERCADO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 17, 2019
Complaint
License #2601224
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: MISSING THERMOMETERS IN ALL MEAT AND DELI CASES. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MISSING LABELS WITH COMMON NAME ON DRY STORAGE/SPICES IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE 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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OVER 30 SMALL LIVE FLIES NOTED IN MEAT/DELI PREP AREAS, AND IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. OVER 40 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLBASE AND IN CORNERS OF BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL FLIES, DROPPINGS, AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
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 #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: PROVIDE SPLASHGUARDS AT HANDWASH SINK LOCATED INBETWEEN PREP TABLES AT MEAT PREP AREA 1ST FLOOR.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: UNABLE TO VERIFY CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR LARGE CARNITA POTS ON SITE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE PROPER PROCEDURE FOR SPECIAL CLEANING NEEDS (WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE) OR PROVIDE SMALL EQUIPMENT TO FULLY SUBMERGE IN BASINS OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE ON EXTERIOR AND ON SURROUNDING GROUND CAUSING FOUL ODOR AND ATTRACTING PESTS. INSTD TO CLEAN CONTAINER AND SURROUNDING GROUND. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B). PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE ON EXTERIOR AND ON SURROUNDING GROUND CAUSING FOUL ODOR AND ATTRACTING PESTS. INSTD TO CLEAN CONTAINER AND SURROUNDING GROUND. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B). PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection