LA VILLA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: OBSERVED MALE EMPLOYEE WASHING THE DISHES IN THE LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE IN THE DISH AREA AND BEHIND THE BAR. FINAL RINSE OF CHLORINE SANITIZER READING IS AT 0PPM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT FINAL RINSE FOR CHLORINE SANITIZER SHOULD BE AT 100PPM . INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE THE DISH MACHINE. MUST REPAIR TO HAVE A FINAL RINSE READING AT 100PPM. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030. OWNER CALLED THE TECHNICIAN FOR THE LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE DURING INSPECTION. LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE FINAL RINSE IS NOW READING AT 100PPM.

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: FOUND SMALL ICE MAKER UPPER INTERIOR PANEL WITH BROWNISH,ORANGE WET MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE PLASTIC LID, PIPE WHERE THE WATER IS COMING FROM, AND ON ALL SURFACES. ICE ARE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE . SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A). INSTRUCTED NOT USE THE SMALL ICE MAKER . (ESTABLISHMENT WITH TWO ICE MAKER ONE SMALL AND ONE BIG)

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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDLOUS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE HOT HOLDING UNIT AND THE 2 COMPT SINK. MUST RE CAULK THE WASHBOWL SINK OF THE DRIVER'S WASHROOM WASHBOWL SINK AND EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOM SINK IN THE BASEMENT,( CAULK WORN OUT) AND MAINTAIN.

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: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL ALL THE EXTERIOR SIDES OF THE STOVE, GRILL, DEEP FRYER AND OVEN(WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATED) AND MAINTAIN.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SEAL GAP AROUND PIPE THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN. CLEAN HOOD IN THE MAIN KITCHEN WITH DUST BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.

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: BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS ON THE HOOD/CANOPY IN THE MAIN KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE LIGHT BULBS. MANAGER ASKED ONE OF THE EMPLOYEE TO REPLACE THE LIGHT BULBS DURING INSPECTION.

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: BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS ON THE HOOD/CANOPY IN THE MAIN KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE LIGHT BULBS. MANAGER ASKED ONE OF THE EMPLOYEE TO REPLACE THE LIGHT BULBS DURING INSPECTION.

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.