PASS
Risk 1 (High)
ME-GA CARNITAS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 16, 2026
Complaint
License #2616796
2
Total Violations
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 16, 2026. The inspection type was "Complaint" 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 2 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
2
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED PREPPED SERVICE ITEMS STORED IN COLD HOLD UNIT IN DINING ROOM ACCESSIBLE TO CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ITEMS MUST BE REMOVED OR COLD HOLD UNIT SECURED TO PREVENT POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION.
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 #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED PREPPED SERVICE ITEMS STORED IN COLD HOLD UNIT IN DINING ROOM ACCESSIBLE TO CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ITEMS MUST BE REMOVED OR COLD HOLD UNIT SECURED TO PREVENT POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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