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LOS POTRILLOS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

LOS POTRILLOS 3624 W BELMONT AVE, CHICAGO 60618 Grocery Store
May 10, 2016 Canvass License #1650212
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

3
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST DATE AND LABEL ALL COOKED AND PREPARED FOODS IN THE REAR WALK-IN PRODUCE COOLERAT ALL TIMES. FOUND VARIOUS LARGE LONG WHITE PLASTIC CONTAINERS HOLDING COOKED PREPARED FOODS NOT DATED OR LABEL. MUST PROVIDE. MUST ALSO DATE AND LABEL SMALL PLASTIC CONTAINERS HOLDING CUT CACTUS SLICES AT THE COLD HOLDING PRODUCE UNIT AT THE EAST SIDE OF THE STORE.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN WALLS AT THE FRONT TAQUERIA COOKING STATION TO REMOVE SAUCE SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE CEILING AND LIGHT SHIELDS INSIDE THE WALK-IN PRODUCE COOLER TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHES, DUST ACCUMULATION AND OTHER DEBRI.
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: MUST CLEAN WALLS AT THE FRONT TAQUERIA COOKING STATION TO REMOVE SAUCE SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE CEILING AND LIGHT SHIELDS INSIDE THE WALK-IN PRODUCE COOLER TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHES, DUST ACCUMULATION AND OTHER DEBRI.
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