PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
MICHOACANA SWEETS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 13, 2025
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2961261
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B) OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLERS LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT AREA AND DISPLAY COOLER NEAR THE SERVING/FRONT LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: 2-402.11 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 6-501.19 OBSERVED TOILET/WASHROOM DOOR TO NOT BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE/INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 6-501.19 OBSERVED TOILET/WASHROOM DOOR TO NOT BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE/INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection