LA RICA MICHOACANA NEVERIA, LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.13(A) OBSERVED CERAMIC CUPS STORED ON THE STORAGE SHELF USED FOR SANGRIA WHICH MAY CONTAIN LEAD BASED PAINT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE THE CUPS FOR FOOD OR BEVERAGE STORAGE UNLESS THE LEAD LEVEL IS LESS THAN 0.5 mg/L. PRIORITY 7-38-025. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE STORAGE SHELVES, MENU BOARDS, TOP OF NACHO CABINET, SUGARCANE FOOD PROCESSOR AND THE PREP TABLE BENEATH IT, AND ROLLING GARBAGE CARTS WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS ON THEM.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-204.12 OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE LOCATED ON THE WATER SUPPLY LINE TO THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 CLEAN THE WALLS AND BASEBOARD OF THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER THE PREP TABLES AND AROUND THE JUICING STATION. CLEAN THE WALL AROUND THE COVERED DRAIN IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA. CLEAN THE WALLS IN THE MOP CLOSET. CLEAN THE STICKY FLOORS IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA AND WASHROOMS. CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS AND COVERED DRAIN IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA BENEATH THE STORAGE SHELVES.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11 CAULK AND SEAL THE OPENINGS IN THE WALL BASE BETWEEN THE FRONT AND REAR FOOD PREP AREAS NEXT TO THE DOORWAY.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.16 MUST STORE MOPS OFF THE FLOOR TO ALLOW THEM TO AIR DRY PROPERLY.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-303.11 MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE STORAGE/MOP CLOSET.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: 6-303.11 MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE STORAGE/MOP CLOSET.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.