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

PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT#1995403 3/10/17 NOT CORRECTED #16- STILL OBSERVED FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE (ICE) INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE.OBSERVED A EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF SLIMY GRAY AND PINK SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR PANEL AND BASIN DRIPPING FROM PARTS ONTO ICE AND IN CONTACT WITH ICE INSIDE OF MACHINE.MUST REMOVE ICE,CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.#18-STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 15 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN CLUTTER AND FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN OUTSIDE FOOD AND PAPER GOODS STORAGE METAL CONTAINER UNIT ADJACENT TO BUILDING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA.#19-STILL OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED SEVERAL BLACK PLASTIC GARBAGE BAGS ,SEVERAL CRATES AND FOOD BOXES ON GROUND NEXT TO GARBAGE DUMPSTER AND GARBAGE OVER FLOWING ABOVE RIM LIDS WIDE OPEN .MUST REMOVE,TRASH,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.KEEP LIDS CLOSED.ALL VIOLATIONS HAVE NOW BEEN CORRECTED AT THIS TIME DURING INSPECTION(CRITICAL 7-42-090)

Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.

Previous critical violations must be corrected.

All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE

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 STORE MULTIUSE UTENSILS WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION IN SILVERWARE CADDY

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 ELIMINATE GROCERY STORE BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE,RUSTY GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK,RUSTY SHELVING UNITS IN 3- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER

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 GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM GRILL TABLES,FRYER CABINETS,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF EQUIPMENT,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL PREP COOLERS,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,PREP TABLES,ALL SINKS,SHELVING UNITS,STORAGE SHELVES,LARGE PERSONAL FAN,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS

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 GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,SINKS,COOLERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER UNDER 2- COMP SINK.MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR MATS

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: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT,REAR AND FRONT PREP AREAS.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM VENTILATION VENTS AND CEILING PANELS IN DINING AREA AND PREP AREA,LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT,WALK IN COOLER VENTILATION UNIT.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALL OVER 3- COMP SINK.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR PREP COOLER.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR PREP COOLER.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.