FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
MR. QUILES MEXICAN FOOD Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Mobile food preparer
July 19, 2016
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2368599
4
Total Violations
4
Critical
Inspection Summary
This mobile food preparer was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on July 19, 2016. The inspection type was "Complaint Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 4 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO REFRIGERATION ON UNIT DUE TO GENERATOR NOT BEING ON. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL REFRIGERATION AT 40F OR BELOW BEFORE INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #9
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER TO THE EXPOSED HAND SINK OR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER TO ALL SINKS AT ALL TIMES MOBILE FOOD VEHICLE IS OPERATING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.
Food Code Requirement
Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.
Specific Requirements
Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-101.11, 5-103.11
Violation #12
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS OR HAND SOAP ON MOBILE FOOD VEHICLE TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.
Food Code Requirement
All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.
Specific Requirements
Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-301.11, 6-301.12
Violation #12
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS OR HAND SOAP ON MOBILE FOOD VEHICLE TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.
Food Code Requirement
All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.
Specific Requirements
Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-301.11, 6-301.12
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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