LA TORTA CHILANGA #2 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B): MISSING THERMOMETER IN PREP COOLER. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 LIVE SMALL FLIES STILL REMAIN ON WALL AND CEILINGS IN PREP AREA AND IN TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE UPDATED PEST CONTROL SERVICE DATED TODAY OR AFTER TODAYS DATE. 7-38-020(A) PRIORITY FOUNDATION

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C): INTERIOR CABINET OF FRYERS, MICROWAVE, ALL SHELVING, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT INCLUDING LEGS/WHEELS AND ALL ATTACHED PIPING, CAN OPENER, AND EXTERIOR OF DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE, DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME. NOTE: PREMISES HAS USED SILVER SPRAY PAINT TO PAINT OVER GREASE AND DEBRIS ON FRYERS AND EQUIPMENT. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DEBRIS AND SPRAY PAINT AND USE PROPER FOOD GRADE SUPPLIES TO REPAIR SURFACES.

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: 5-402.13 UNABLE TO VERIFY IF SEWAGE ISSUE REPAIRED, ALL FLOOR DRAINS HAVE BEEN SEALED (2 DRAINS FULLY CEMENTED. 1 DRAIN WITH AIR CONDITIONER DRAIN LINE WITH GARDEN HOSE EXTENSION COMPLETELY WITH CEMENT AROUND, OTHER 2 DRAINS CAPPED) . PIPE MISSING FROM BASEMENT UTILITY SINK CAUSING WASTE WATER TO ACCUMULATE ON FLOOR. INSTD TO HAVE LICENSE PLUMBER REPAIR PLUMBING ISSUE AS REQUIRED BY LAW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)

Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.

All waste water must be properly disposed.

Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.116: EXTERIOR OF OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE GREASE/DUST/DEBRIS. INSTD TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 FLOOR IN BASEMENT NOT DRY, WASTE WATER FROM UTILITY SINK ACCUMULATING ON FLOOR. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME

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.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13: MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13: MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION

Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.

Smoking prohibited in food establishments.

No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.