LAS ISLAS MARIAS Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: POOR HYGENIC PRACTICES OBSERVED BY FOOD HANDLERS, EATING CHICKEN & RICE, AND DRINKING BEVERAGES ON PREP TABLE IN MAIN PREP AREA. FOOD HANDLERS PLATES OF FOOD AND DRINKS STORED ON TABLE. MGR STATES EMPLOYEES EAT IN PREP AREA WHEN BUSY. INSTD MGR EATING OR DRINKING IN PREP AREAS NOT ALLOWED AND MUST EAT/DRINK IN DESIGNATED AREA NOT USED FOR PREPPING/OR WASHING OF UTENSILS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010A (CRITICAL)

Hands are #1 vehicle for pathogen transfer. Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods causes majority of foodborne outbreaks.

Proper handwashing and no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

Wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and warm water; Use utensils, deli tissue, or gloves for ready-to-eat foods; Wash hands after restroom, handling raw foods, touching face/hair, and between tasks.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: READY TO EAT GELATINS IN CASE NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTD TO PROPERLY LABEL.

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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED. PLATES ON DINING TABLES AND EATING UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE HANDLE UP AND PLACE PLATE SETTINGS AS CUSTOMERS ARE SEATED.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CUTTING BOARDS THRU-OUT ALL PREP AREAS STAINED, WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPLACE SAME. CRACKED/CHIPPED PLATES ON SITE. INSTD TO REPLACE SAME.

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: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS/GREASE BUILD-UP: INTERIOR BOTTOM CABINETS OF FRYERS, SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, UNDER GRILL, ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS THRU-OUT INCLUDING DOORS, RUBBER GASKETS, ALL SINKS AND FAUCET HANDLES. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.

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: WALLS BEHIND COOKING LINE WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME. WOMENS TOILET ROOM CEILING NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME 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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS BEHIND COOKING LINE WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME. WOMENS TOILET ROOM CEILING NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME 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.