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PEPES MEXICAN RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PEPES MEXICAN RESTAURANT 8227 S EXCHANGE AVE, CHICAGO 60617 Restaurant
January 24, 2017 Canvass License #2293179
3
Total Violations
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

3
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARD NEAR THE GRILL IN PREP AREA ,HAS DARK DEEP OPEN SEAMS,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CUTTING BOARD
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE FANS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR OF PREMISES,HAS DUST BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN 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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE FANS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR OF PREMISES,HAS DUST BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN 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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections