PASS
Risk 1 (High)
MESON DEL TACO EXPRESS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 22, 2024
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License #2595758
2
Total Violations
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
2
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FROZEN CHICKEN THAWING IN BUCKET WITH WATER. INSTRUCTED TO THAW UNDER CONTINOUS RUNNING WATER WITH A TEMPERATURE OF 70F OR BELOW OR IN ADEQUATE REFRIGERATION WITH A TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FROZEN CHICKEN THAWING IN BUCKET WITH WATER. INSTRUCTED TO THAW UNDER CONTINOUS RUNNING WATER WITH A TEMPERATURE OF 70F OR BELOW OR IN ADEQUATE REFRIGERATION WITH A TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection