LA PERLA TAPATIA #2 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: NOTED VERY THICK BLACK DIRT AND SLIM INSIDE THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ON TO THE ICE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS PROPERLY CLEANED AND SANITIZED. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES START CLEANING ICE MACHINE. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NOTED OVER 15 LIVE ROACHES AND OVER 30 FLYING INSECTS AT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREAS ON WALLS, CEILING, ON EQUIPMENTS AND CHARTS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-012

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: NOTED WASTE WATER BACKING UP INSIDE ONE COMPARTMENT WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM ONE COMPARTMENT AT THE COMPARTMENT SINKS OF FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS WITH DIRT AND FOOD PARTICLES.MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED PLUMBER FOR MAINTENANCE. 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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED SHELVES THROUGH OUT LINED WITH CARD BOARD BOXES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET AT THE FRONT SERVICE COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION IN BAKING EQUIPMENT (MIXERS,SLICERS,CARTS BAKING SHEETS ETC) AT THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.NOTED UNUSED EQUIPMENT AT THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, WRAP ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT WITH A PROTECTIVE WRAP TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.NOTED HEAVY DIRT FOOD PARTICLES AND SPILLS ON SHELVES AT THE FRONT DISPLAY COOLERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.MUST UPGRADE HOUSE KEEPING.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THROUGH OUT ESPECIALLY ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT AT THE REAR PREP AREAS AND AT THE BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS DRAINS THROUGH OUT. MUST UPGRADE HOUSE KEEPING.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: NOTED HEAVY STAINS ON CEILING TILES THROUGH OUT PREMISES, MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON CEILING AT THE BASEMENT STORAGE,CRACKS ON WALLS AND CEILING AT THE EMPLOYEE BATHROOM OF THE BASEMENT, WATER LEAKING FROM THE CEILING. MUST DETAIL CLEAN, REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTS THROUGH OUT THE DAIRY DISPLAY COOLER WITH HEAVY DIRT AND FOOD PARTICLES.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: NOTED MISSING LIGHT BULBS INSIDE WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLER AT THE BASEMENT STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE LIGHTS AND PROVIDE LIGHT WHERE EVER NECESSARY.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: NOTED MISSING LIGHT BULBS INSIDE WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLER AT THE BASEMENT STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE LIGHTS AND PROVIDE LIGHT WHERE EVER NECESSARY.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.