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: FOUND LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE PREMISES. 30 IN THE REAR PREP AND 20 IN THE FRONT SERVICE AREA AND BY THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLIES, CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1115213 DATED 03/10/2014: 33-MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS (INCLUDING THE RUBBER GASKETS) AND THE KNIFE RACK. 34-MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS, FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. 35-MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE CEILING VENTS AND WALLS AROUND SINKS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. 38-MUST FIX AND MAINTAIN THE LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE RIGHT FAUCET ON THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. 43-MUST STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WITH THE RIGHT AMOUNT PPM WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN ALL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 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 AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDR A PARTITIONER TO SEPARATE THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK FROM THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK'S DRAINBOARD IN THE BAR AREA.

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: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE PREP AREA.

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: MUST PROVIDE A COVER TO THE FLOOR DRAIN ON THE SIDE OF THE MOPSINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.

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 REPAIR THE DAMAGED WALL BY THE EXIT SIGN AT THE DOOR WAY LEADING INTO THE REAR AND SEAL ALL CRACKS/CREVICES AROUND THE OFFICE DOOR FRAME AND WHERE EVER NEEDED.

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: MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN ALL WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE DINING AREA, FRONT SERVICE AREA AND IN THE TOILET ROOMS.

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: MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN ALL WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE DINING AREA, FRONT SERVICE AREA AND IN THE TOILET ROOMS.

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.