PASS
Risk 1 (High)
MI TIERRA SOUTH RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 15, 2016
License
License #2442794
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN DUST AND GREASE BUILD-UP FROM INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER, AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MAIN FOOD PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BASEMENT AREA WHERE HOT WATER TANK IS LOCATED.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN STAINS AND DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS, AND GREASE/DUST BUILD-UP FROM FILTERS IN EXHAUST SYSTEMS WHERE PRESENT.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAKY PIPE(SEAL LOOSE) UNDERNEATH FIRST COMPARTMENT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES FOR BOTH HOSE CONNECTIONS IN BOTH MOP CLOSETS. CLEAN DUST BUILD-UP FROM EXHAUST VENTS IN WASHROOMS. MUST REPAIR EXHAUST SYSTEMS OVER COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FOOD PREP AREAS.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAKY PIPE(SEAL LOOSE) UNDERNEATH FIRST COMPARTMENT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES FOR BOTH HOSE CONNECTIONS IN BOTH MOP CLOSETS. CLEAN DUST BUILD-UP FROM EXHAUST VENTS IN WASHROOMS. MUST REPAIR EXHAUST SYSTEMS OVER COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FOOD PREP AREAS.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection