PASS
Risk 1 (High)
PALETERIA LA ORIGINAL MICHOACANA Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Paleteria
March 6, 2025
Canvass
License #2328311
2
Total Violations
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This paleteria was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on March 6, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 2 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
2
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED DISPOSABLE LIDS USED FOR DISPENSING TOPPINGS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LONG HANDLE DISPENSING UTENSILS WITH HANDLE STORED ABOVE FOOD TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED DISPOSABLE LIDS USED FOR DISPENSING TOPPINGS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LONG HANDLE DISPENSING UTENSILS WITH HANDLE STORED ABOVE FOOD TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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