LAS ISLAS MARIAS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: Previous minor violations not corrected: 10-25-2011, report #635077: #32-Instructed to clean and repaint metal prep shelf in rear area and rusty metal racks inside walk-in-cooler. #33-Instructed to detail clean and maintain interior and exterior surfaces of coolers and freezer. #34-Instructed to detail clean floors along the walls and in all coolers in rear area especially under and around coolers and under 3 compartment sink. #35-Instructed to clean and maintain walls (under 3 copmartment sink, under 2 compartment and under prep sink with dried food spills and stains throughout rear dish washing/prep area or repaint. Must clean and maintain light shield above prep area and shield bulbs. #41-Instructed to remove unnecessary articles and unused equipment stored in rear outside storage to prevent rodent and insect harborage. Usable items must be stored 6 inches off floor for easy access on cleaning. Serious citation issued 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Walls in men's toilet room and above three compartment sink not maintained. Instructed to repaint walls and apply shield above three compartment to prevent mold.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Walls in men's toilet room and above three compartment sink not maintained. Instructed to repaint walls and apply shield above three compartment to prevent mold.

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.