PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
LAS ISLAS MARIAS Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 4, 2013
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License #1649503
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: FOUND THE LARGE STANDING ICE MACHINE HAS BLACK SUBSTANCE AND LIME BUILDUP INSIDE THE UNIT. ICE MACHINE IS TAGGED TODAY. WHEN THE ICE MACHINE ID CLEAN AND SANITIZED FAX 312 746 4240 OVER A LETTER WITH BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS AND AN INSPECTOR WILL RETURN TO INSPECT THE UNIT AND REMOVE THE TAG, DO NOT USE ICE MACHINE. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-005(A).
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERITFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREP AND SERVED.SHRIMP 145.2F -SALSA 146.2F SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-012
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: WALKIN FREEZER HAS ICE ALL OVER THE CONDENSER PIPES. NEED TO GET UNIT REPAIRED OR REPLACED.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAINING: HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ,ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS, STORAGE RACKS, WALK-IN COOLERS RACKS, KNIFE RACKS, PREP SHELVES, SHELVES UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALL PIPES WITH GREASE ON THEM, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACE OF DISH WASHING MACHINE, STORAGE SHELVES, COUNTER AND SODA GUN HOLDER BEHIND BAR.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAINING: HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ,ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS, STORAGE RACKS, WALK-IN COOLERS RACKS, KNIFE RACKS, PREP SHELVES, SHELVES UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALL PIPES WITH GREASE ON THEM, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACE OF DISH WASHING MACHINE, STORAGE SHELVES, COUNTER AND SODA GUN HOLDER BEHIND BAR.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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