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NEVERIA EL SABOR de MEXICO Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NEVERIA EL SABOR de MEXICO 1639 W 18TH ST, CHICAGO 60608 Restaurant
September 3, 2021 Canvass License #2646751
5
Total Violations
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE GASKET SEAL TO THE THREE DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA BROKEN, HELD TOGETHER BY TAPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL BEING USED TO LINE A SHELVING UNIT IN THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA WHERE THE FOOD CONTAINERS ARE KEPT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AS A MEANS ON PREVENTING POSSIBLE INSECT HARBORING.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE TWO DOOR FOOD PREP COOLER WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOOR TILE IN FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA UNDER THE THREE DOOR REFRIGERATOR BROKEN, CRACKED AND MISSING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO MAKE FLOOR EASY TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOOR TILE IN FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA UNDER THE THREE DOOR REFRIGERATOR BROKEN, CRACKED AND MISSING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO MAKE FLOOR EASY TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections