PASS
Risk 1 (High)
LOS CORRALES TAQUERA, INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 18, 2025
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License #2252378
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED TWO DOOR COLD HOLD UNIT IN DINING ROOM AREA WITH NO LOCK OR SIGNAGE DESIGNATING COOLER FOR EMPLOYEES ONLY. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LOCK AND LABEL COOLER FOR THE PREVENTION OF POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION FROM CONSUMERS.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED WATER LEAKING FROM PIPE IN CEILING IN DOWNSTAIRS PREP AREA ONTO FLOOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 #52
MAJOR
Violation Details
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE TRAP IN POOR REPAIR AND WRAPPED IN PLASTIC WRAP. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY REPAIR AND MAINTAIN GREASE TRAP.
Why This Matters
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Specific Requirements
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-402.11
Violation #52
MAJOR
Violation Details
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE TRAP IN POOR REPAIR AND WRAPPED IN PLASTIC WRAP. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY REPAIR AND MAINTAIN GREASE TRAP.
Why This Matters
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Specific Requirements
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-402.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection