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LOS COMALES #3 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

LOS COMALES #3 1544 W 18th ST, CHICAGO 60608 Restaurant
June 14, 2017 Canvass Re-Inspection License #38805
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #28
CRITICAL
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM 6/12/17 WAS NOT POSTED IN THE ESTABLISHMENT VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.
Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.
Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.
Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED TORN AND MISSING DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR AND 3 DOOR PREP COOLERS IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPAIR THE WALL BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPAIR THE WALL BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections