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PACHECO'S TACOS RESTAURANT LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PACHECO'S TACOS RESTAURANT LLC 7301 S KEDZIE AVE, CHICAGO 60629 Restaurant
October 23, 2020 License License #2757138
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HANDWASH SINK WHERE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED. INSTD TO INSTALL HANDWASH SINK IN SAME AREA WITH 100F-120F UNDER CITY PRESSURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: RAW WOOD SURFACES UNDERNEATH FRONT COUNTER TOP. INSTD TO SEAL ALL RAW WOOD SURFACES
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 #48
CRITICAL
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: 3-C0MPARTMENT SINK DIVIDER INBETWEEN 2ND AND 3RD IN POOR REPAIR, WATER FLOWING INBETWEEN. INSTD TO REPAIR WITH PROPER MATERIAL (PLUMBER PUTTY PROHIBITED). ALSO HOT WATER AT 105F. INSTD TO MAINTAIN AT 110F OR ABOVE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
Violation #52
MAJOR
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: NO GREASE TRAP/INTERCEPTOR FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: NO DUMPSTER OR CONTRACT ON SITE FOR LICENSED GARBAGE DISPOSAL. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CLUTTER/UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN BASEMENT. INSTD TO REMOVE AND ORGANIZE AREA
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: CLUTTER/UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN BASEMENT. INSTD TO REMOVE AND ORGANIZE AREA
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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