LINDO GUADALAJARA RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HANDWASHING SINK INSTALLED AT REAR DISHROOM/PREP AREA: RAW, COOKED, AND READY-TO-EAT FOOD IS HANDLED. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALLED SAID SINK PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: TCS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: COOKED DICED BEEF AT TEMP OF 56.5F STORED INSIDE TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER(SOUTH WALL). COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION: 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MUST LABEL WITH COMMON NAME DRY FOOD PRODUCTS WITH COMMON NAME

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OUTER OPENING NOT PROTECTED.MESH AT REAR SCREEN DOOR BROKEN WITH HOLES AND NOT SEAL TO FRAME DOOR.REPAIR REPLACE.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: ENCRUSTED FOOD AND GREASE ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES, ALSO WALL WITH EXCESS GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BAG STORED AT FRONT SHELVES WITH FOOD DEBRIS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SEPARATE AREA OR CABINET.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BAG STORED AT FRONT SHELVES WITH FOOD DEBRIS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SEPARATE AREA OR CABINET.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.