PASS
Risk 1 (High)
ME-GA CARNITAS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 25, 2025
Canvass
License #2616796
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 25, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: FOOD STORAGE ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTD TO ELEVATE 6 INCHES AND MAINTAIN
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 #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: MULTI USE UTENSILS NOT INVERTED DURING STORAGE. INSTD TO STORE INVERTED (HANDLE UP) AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: MULTI USE UTENSILS NOT INVERTED DURING STORAGE. INSTD TO STORE INVERTED (HANDLE UP) AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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