PASS
Risk 1 (High)
MI TIERRA SOUTH RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 1, 2025
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2442794
4
Total Violations
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-307.11 OBSERVED TUBE FROM SODA GUN DRAINING INTO HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO INSTALL LONGER DRAINAGE TUBE TO EXTEND TO FLOOR DRAIN.
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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED GASKETS ON COLD HOLDING UNITS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SHELVING IN REAR WALK-IN FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE RUST. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 OBSERVED BUILD UP OF COFFEE AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN COFFEE STATION AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS OF DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 OBSERVED BUILD UP OF COFFEE AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN COFFEE STATION AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS OF DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection