LA TORTA CHILANGA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE BULK STORAGE CONTAINER WITH DRY FOOD STORED INSIDE NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY LABEL WITH PRODUCTS NAME.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE 2 DOOR COOLER AT THE BAR AREA, NOTED 10 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON A DRY STORAGE SHELF IN THE KITCHEN, 5 MICE DROPPINGS ON TOP OF THE BULK STORAGE CONTAINER AND 15 MICE DROPPINGS ON TOP OF A BAG WITH CLEAN WIPING CLOTHES INSIDE IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38.020.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE RUBBER GASKET AROUND THE PREP COOLER IN THE KITCHEN IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR FOR A PROPER SEAL.

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: OBSERVED ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS LOCATED INSIDE OF THE FRYER, UNDER THE FLAT TOP GRILL AND THE EXTERIOR OF THE OVEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ALL COUNTER TOPS, STORAGE SHELVING, BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS,INTERIOR OF THE COOLER DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT FUTHER FOOD SOURCE FOR PEST.

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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE UNISEX WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A FEW HOLES AND OPENINGS INTO THE WALL AND FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PEST.

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: OBSERVED CLUTTER ON THE STORAGE SHELVES IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.

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: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING AND SANITIZING THROUGH OUT ESPECIALLY WHERE DROPPINGS WERE FOUND.

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: OBSERVED THE LIGHT SHIELD IN THE KITCHEN MISSING. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED BURNT OUT LIGHTS IN THE KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN, MUST PROVIDE PROPER LIGHTING.

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: OBSERVED BURNT OUT LIGHTS IN THE KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN, MUST PROVIDE PROPER LIGHTING.

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.