LAS ISLAS MARIAS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY COOK OBSERVED COOK ON THE PHONE HE HAD ON GLOVES AND THEN HE WENT TO THE HAND SINK AND PUT SOAP ON HIS GLOVED HANDS AND WIPED THEM ON HIS APRON.ALSO MALE WAITER HAD BROOM AND DUST PAN IN HAND SWEEPING FLOOR AND THEN REMOVED DIRTY DISHES FROM TABLES AND THEN PICKED UP PLATED FOOD ORDER FROM COUNTER WITHOUT STOPPPING TO WASH HANDS.MUST REMOVE GLOVES FROM HANDS AND WASH PROPERLY AND TOWEL DRY AND WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(CRITICAL 7-38-010A).

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.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 25 LIVE SMALL FLIES ,FLYING AROUND AND ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PREP AREA,DINING AREA,DISH WASHING AREA AND MORE THAN 6 LIVE LARGE FLIES IN SAME AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/3/14.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

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: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.MUST LABEL PREPACKAGED DESSERTS WITH PROPER INFO

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: Inspector Comments: MUST NOT USE GROCERY STORE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE PROVIDE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS

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: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER,3- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,LOWER SHELVES OF PREP AND GRILL TABLE,GREASETRAP AT 3- COMP SINK.MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD LIQUOR SHELVES IN CABINET.MUST REMOVE FOIL FROM SHELVING UNITS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED INTERIOR DOOR PANEL ON TOPSIDE OF PREP COOLER,WORN CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREA,LID ON FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER ON LOWER SHELF OF STEAM TABLE

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: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FRYER,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER.

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: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALLBASES,UNDER,AROUND, HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND FLOOR MATS THROUGHOUT PREMISES

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALLBASES,UNDER,AROUND, HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND FLOOR MATS THROUGHOUT PREMISES

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.