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NUEVO LEON RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NUEVO LEON RESTAURANT 3657 W 26TH ST, CHICAGO 60623 Restaurant
July 6, 2022 Complaint License #6394
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH COMMON FOOD NAMES; FLOUR, SUGAR, ETC., WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR SIDE EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED IN THE BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER; INSTRUCTED TO REATTACH DOOR SWEEP OR REPLACE IT TO COVER BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER. OBSERVED THE CENTER AREA OF THE RECEIVING DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF; MUST RODENT PROOF DOOR.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN UNDERNEATH THE GRILL AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FAN COVERS IN THE WALK-IN UNITS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED ON COVERS.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: THE HANDSINK BEHIND THE UNUSED BAR IS IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR HANDSINK.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMENS WASHROOM; MUST PROVIDE FOR FEMININE PRODUCTS.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILINGS IN KITCHEN AREAS TO REMOVE GREASE AND SPLATTER. CLEAN FLOOR IN STORAGE AREAS.
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: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILINGS IN KITCHEN AREAS TO REMOVE GREASE AND SPLATTER. CLEAN FLOOR IN STORAGE AREAS.
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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