FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
LOS CHEPES Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 22, 2018
License
License #2601991
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO HANDSINK IN BASEMENT EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO INSTALL HANDSINK WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: NO BARRIER AT FRONT PREP COUNTER WHERE CARNITAS WILL BE PREPARED AND SERVED (CUTTING BOARD, KNIVES, SCALE) ALSO NO BARRIER AT FRONT PREP AREA WHERE STEAM TABLE LOCATED. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER BARRIER. VIOLATION 7-38-005A SERIOUS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MISSING SPLASHGUARDS AT REAR EXPOSED HANDSINK INBETWEEN PREP TABLE AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN BASEMENT TOILET ROOM.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MISSING SPLASHGUARDS AT REAR EXPOSED HANDSINK INBETWEEN PREP TABLE AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN BASEMENT TOILET ROOM.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection