FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MARISQUERIA LOS CABOS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 7, 2025
Canvass
License #2153715
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #13
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, & UNADULTERATED - Comments: NOTED COOKED STEAK AND TOMATO SAUCE IN WALK-IN COOLER WITH WHITE MOLD. APPROXIMATELY 2 LBS AT $20. PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED AND DENATURED PRODUCT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-40-050(A) CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of pest infestation.
Specific Requirements
No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED BLACK, PINK AND BROWN SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING ONTO ICE CUBES STORED AT BELOW ICE BIN IN REAR KITCHEN/DISH AREA ICE MACHINE. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE DEEP CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED
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 #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: NOTED DRY INGREDIENTS AT ALL PREP TABELS AND COOKS LINE WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS OF COMMON NAMES FOR ITEMS REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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: NOTED FOOD HANDLER IN KITCHEN AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREA WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. 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 #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: NOTED FOOD HANDLER IN KITCHEN AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREA WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection