NUEVO LEON RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF WALK IN COOLER AT 50.3F WITH READY TO EAT COOKED FOODS STORED INSIDE FOR SALE.NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW FOR COOLER.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-8040.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING AT 40.0F OR BELOW.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COOKED FOODS STORED INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER SUCH AS GROUND BEEF 49.2F,CHIROZO 52.3F,RIBS 49.5F,PORK 49.0F-50.3F,BEEF 49.4F-49,7F,MENUDO 49.9F,SOUP 49.2F,BEAN SOUP 50.2F,BEANS 54.9F.NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED AND DENATURED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING AT 40.0F OR BELOW.APPX 45LBS. $250. (CRITICAL 7-38-005A)

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 75 RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR BEHIND GREASE TRAP IN DISH WASHING AREA,BEHIND STORAGE BINS OF SOILED APRONS,UNDER SERVICE COUNTER,IN REAR UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORAGE AREA,BAR AREA.ALSO OPEN BAGS OF RODENT POISON IN SAME AREAS.ALSO 15 OR MORE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN DISH WASHING AREA.ALSO ALL ENTRY AND EXIT DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING ALONG ALL SIDES.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS & POISON,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/11/14.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1401389 2/21/14 NOT CORRECTED #32-COLD HOLDING PREP LINE UNIT IMPROPERLY DRAINING.#35-OBSERVED RAW WOOD THROUGHOUT IN VARIOUS AREAS INCLUDING DOOR FRAMES,WALL BASES AND SHELVING INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL RAW WOOD.OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST BUILD UP ON WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL WALLS AND CEILINGS IN DUST FREE CONDITION AT ALL TIMES.#36-OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELDS NEEDED IN DISH WASHING,FOOD PREPAREAS AND BAR AREA.OBSERVED END CAPS NEEDED ON LIGHTS IN FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL LIGHTS IN DISH WASHING ,FOOD PREP AND BAR AREA AND MAINTAIN.#38-OBSERVED HANDSINK IN FOOD PREP AREA NOT INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED PROPERLY PARTIALLY BLOCKED BY 1 BURNER STOVE NEXT TO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT PROPER SPLASHGUARDS.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL MAINTAIN EXPOSED HANDSINK TO BE FULLY ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES AND HAVE PROPER SPLASHGUARDS.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR DISHWASHING/PREP AREA.#41-OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ARTICLES IN BACK STORAGE ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OR CLEAN AND ORGANIZE BACK STORAGE ROOM.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090).

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND NOT GROCERY STORE CARRYOUT BAGS.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MUST INVERT ALL MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON ALL SHELVING UNITS AND IN STORAGE BINS.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM SURFACES UNDER GRILL.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SOME LOWER SHELVES OF TABLES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL WORN CUTTING BOARDS,MISSING AND LOOSE DOOR HANDLES ON MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM DOORS.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN MASSIVE AMOUNT OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM ALL COOLERS,STOVE AND DEEP FRYERS INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR,DISH RACKS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,ALL SHELVING UNITS,ROLLING CARTS,KNIFE CADDY,TOP AND UNDER SIDES OF ALL PREP TABLES,SAW MACHINE,GRILL AND DRAWERS,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,ALL FANGUARD COVERS IN COOLERS AND WALK INS.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON FLOOR IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS,WALK IN COOLERS.MUST REPAIR BROKEN FLOORING AND TILES IN PREP AREA,DISH WASHING AREA,BOTH WALK IN COOLERS.MUST REPLACE ALL MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVERS THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLERS.MUST GROUT FLOORS WHERE NEEDED AND IN DISH WASHING AREA.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL TILES AND WALLS IN PREP AREA,DISH WASHING AREA.MUST CLEAN DEAD INSECT FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REMOVE GRAFITTI FROM WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DRIP PAN IN 3- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,LEAKY PIPE AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA,MISSING FILTER AT HOOD IN PREP AREA.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DRIP PAN IN 3- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,LEAKY PIPE AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA,MISSING FILTER AT HOOD IN PREP AREA.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.