PASS
Risk 1 (High)
LOS TRES AMIGOS #2 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 24, 2019
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License #2622208
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN LOCATED AT THE DISH AREA HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-302.12 OBSERVED NO LABELS ON THE SEASONINGS THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL BULK CONTAINERS OF SEASONINGS.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: 2-402.11 OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT A BEARD GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #45
MINOR
Violation Details
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: 4-502.13 OBSERVED BUTTER CONTAINERS BEING RE-USED AS FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO NOT RE-USE SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES AND ONLY USE MULTI USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR MULTI USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINERS.
Why This Matters
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Food Code Requirement
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Specific Requirements
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-903.11
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: 4-603.15 OBSERVED POTS TOO LARGE TO BE WASHED RINSED AND SANITIZED IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE LARGE POTS OR INSTALL A LARGER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR PROVIDE AN ALTERNATIVE MANUAL WASHING PROCEDURE FOR EQUIPMENT THAT IS TOO LARGE.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: 4-603.15 OBSERVED POTS TOO LARGE TO BE WASHED RINSED AND SANITIZED IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE LARGE POTS OR INSTALL A LARGER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR PROVIDE AN ALTERNATIVE MANUAL WASHING PROCEDURE FOR EQUIPMENT THAT IS TOO LARGE.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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