NUEVO LEON RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector 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: Inspector Comments: Inspector 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: Inspector Comments: Inspector 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: Inspector Comments: Inspector 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: Inspector Comments: Inspector 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: Inspector Comments: Inspector 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: Inspector Comments: Inspector 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: Inspector Comments: Inspector 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.