OSTIONERIA RESTAURANT EL EL TECOLOTE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF APPX.30 GALLONS OF COOKED FISH SOUP AT 53.4F IN A LARGE POT ON THE FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW.APPX.30 GALLONS.$150(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.

SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: OBSERVED MULITUSE UTENSILS(POTS,SPOONS,LIDS,ETC) NOT BEING PROPERLY SANITIZED THE FAR RIGHT COMPARTMENT IS SET UP WITH SOAP AND RINSED UNDER RUNNING WATER AND DISHES BEING STORED ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES.INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON HOW TO SET UP SINK TO PROPERLY WASH ,RINSE AND SANITIZE UTENSILS AT THIS TIME.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED HAND SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED A BOWL AND A SCRUBBING PAD INSIDE OF HAND SINK BASIN WHILE DISHES ARE BEING WASHED AT THIS TIME.EMPLOYEE REMOVED ARTICLES FROM SINK AT THIS TIME.MUST KEEP ARTICLES OUT OF SINK AND MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF 2- LIVE GRAY IN COLOR BIRDS FLYING AROUND THE DOOR AND STAIR CASE THAT LEADS INTO BASEMENT AND BIRD FECES ON STAIRS.MUST REMOVE LIVE BIRDS AND BIRD FECES,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS .RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES(CRITICAL 7-38-020).BIRD AND FECES HAVE BEEN REMOVED FROM PREMISES AT THIS TIME.

Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.

Facility must be free of pest infestation.

No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.

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 APPX.40 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER REAR FOOD AND DISH STORAGE SHELVES,ON FLOOR UNDER AND ON PALLETS,ON WALL BASE NEAR HOT WATER TANK,INSIDE OF LOWER LEDGE OF SPACE HEATER AND ON WALL BASE AND FLOOR IN EMPLOYEES WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRY DOOR.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES IN BASEMENT ON 5/18/18 MUST REMOVE RODENT DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS AND RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/17/18.(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 #1648229 4/28/17 NOT CORRECTED #33-MUST CLEAN THE FOLLOWING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AT HOOD VENTILATION,PREP TABLES,INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS,COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.#34-FLOORS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP.FLOORS MUST BE KEPT DRY, FREE FROM WATER.FLOORS UNDER PREP TABLES.MUST BE REPAIRED.MISSING TILES AND ALLOWING WATER TO POOL.CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.#35-WALLS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTERS.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.#38-3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF FAUCET.3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF 2 STOPPERS.MUST INSTALL.#40-ALL REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF THERMOMETERS.MUST PROVIDE.(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 REPACKAGED DESSERTS FOR SALE WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.

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 PLASTIC UTENSIL WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.

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 REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED SIDE TRIM ON PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA,WORN DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER & 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,DAMAGED LOWER DOOR THAT SEPERATES REAR PREP AREA AND DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND PREP TABLES..

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 FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM ROLLING CARTS,CUTTING BOARDS,EXTERIOR OF GARBAGE CANS,REACH IN FREEZER.

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 GROUT FLOOR WHERE NEED THROUGHOUT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL BROKEN CONCRETE AND HOLES IN BASEMENT FLOOR.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER ON BASEMENT FLOOR AND KEEP DRY

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 WALL AND WALL TRIM IN DISH WASHING AREA,UNFINSHED WALL AND LEDGE IN FRONT BEVERAGE AREA.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A ACCESS PANEL TO BASEMENT WALL WHERE DIRT AND OTHER ARTICLES ARE IN CRAWL SPACE

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 INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT FRONT BAR/ BEVERAGE PREP AREA.MST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN STAFF WOMEN'S TOILETROOM.

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.

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.