LAS ISLAS MARIAS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA,BAR AND DINING ROOM. APPROXIMATELY 25 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS, CEILING AND CEILING TILES, AND EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS,DINING ROOM AND BAR. ALSO,THE REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO THE GARBAGE AREA IS NOT RODENT PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PEST PROOF SAID DOOR ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL & DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS & FREEZERS.MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE 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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP,DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED. MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.

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: FAN COVERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND SIDES OF ALL KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED ETC. ARE NOT CLEANED.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE DAILY.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING INCLUDING STORAGE AREAS,EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM,2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE.ELEVATE ALL STORED ARTICLES WHERE NOTED TO 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON THE VENTILATION COVERS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREAS.THE WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS,BAR MUST CLEAN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES. CAULKING ABOVE THE KITCHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS IN POOR REPAIR MUST REPAIR 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: MUST PROVIDE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD OVER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND DISHMACHINE AND AT HOOD ABOVE KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENTS.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPES BENEATH THE KITCHEN 1 COMP PREP SINK,AT WOMENS TOILET ROOM HANDSINK. THE DRAIN LINE IS NOT ATTACHED TO SODA GUN HOLDER.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN DRAIN LINE SUCH THAT IT DRAINS DIRECTLY INTO A FLOOR DRAIN AS REQUIRED.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPES BENEATH THE KITCHEN 1 COMP PREP SINK,AT WOMENS TOILET ROOM HANDSINK. THE DRAIN LINE IS NOT ATTACHED TO SODA GUN HOLDER.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN DRAIN LINE SUCH THAT IT DRAINS DIRECTLY INTO A FLOOR DRAIN AS REQUIRED.

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.