PASS
Risk 1 (High)
LOS ARCOS AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD, INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
LOS ARCOS AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD, INC.
(AKA: LOS ARCOS AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD)
5525 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO 60640
Restaurant
May 17, 2019
Complaint
License #2232454
2
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on May 17, 2019. The inspection type was "Complaint" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 2 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
2
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROPER SINK STOPPERS AVAILABLE FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. FACILITY IS USING PAPER TOWELS. OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN SINK STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROPER SINK STOPPERS AVAILABLE FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. FACILITY IS USING PAPER TOWELS. OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN SINK STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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