LAS ISLAS MARIAS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: TOILETS IN BOTH WOMEN AND MENS TOILET ROOMS, NOT MAINTAINED, UNABLE TO PROPERLY FLUSH. INSTD TO HAVE TOILETS MAINTAINED AND PROPERLY FLUSHING AT ALL TIMES. VIOLATION 7-38-030 CRITICAL.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 50 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOORS IN WAIT STATION, UNDER DINING BOOTHS, AND UNDER THE STORAGE SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY AND SANITIZE/CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. 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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED CUT FRUIT CONTAINERS SUCH AS ORANGES AND CUCUMBERS HAD NO LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE PROPERLY.

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: OBSERVED WATER CONDENSATION BUILD UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING ICE MACHINE COVERS IN REAR KITCHEN AND AT BEVERAGE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP WITH FOOD DEBRIS BEHIND GRILL AND FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING BASE-COVING UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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: OBSERVED FOOD PLASH ON WALL BEHIND SINGLE EYE STOVE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED HOLES ON WALL UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, ABOVE ENTRANCE BETWEEN KITCHEN AND DISH ROOM, AND UNDER 2 COMPARTMENT SINK AROUND PIPING. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL HOLES 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: OBSERVED FOOD PLASH ON WALL BEHIND SINGLE EYE STOVE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED HOLES ON WALL UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, ABOVE ENTRANCE BETWEEN KITCHEN AND DISH ROOM, AND UNDER 2 COMPARTMENT SINK AROUND PIPING. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL HOLES 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.