POLLO FELIZ Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC - Comments: SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION NOT CONTROLLED, OBSERVED LARGE CONTAINER OF RAW CHICKEN STORED IMMEDIATELY NEXT TO AND TOUCHING READY TO EAT PRODUCE (TOMATOES, CILANTRO, AVOCADOS. VISIBLE CHICKEN BLOOD DRIPPING ON PRODUCE BOXES. ALL READY TO EAT PRODUCTS VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME APPROX 20LBS $100 VALUE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A CRITICAL. INSTD MGR TO STORE PROPERLY TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.

These activities introduce saliva and contaminants into food areas, potentially spreading bacteria and viruses to customers.

Food employees must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in food preparation areas.

Eating, drinking, tobacco use only in designated areas; Closed beverage containers with straw allowed in some areas; Proper tasting using clean utensil each time; No personal items in food prep areas.

SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IN USE, IN POOR REPAIR, UNABLE TO SANITIZE, 0PPM OF CHLORINE WHEN TESTED. UNIT TAGGED, HELD FOR INSPECTION AND INSTD TO REPAIR SAME. INSTD TO NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND REINSPECTED BY CDPH. INSTD TO UTILIZE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE. INSTD TO NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND REINSPECTED BY CDPH. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL.

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.

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: NO SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED, VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS. MGR CAN NOT LOCATE. INSTD TO HAVE VISIBLE AND DISPLAYED AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010B SERIOUS.

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: SOME CUTTING BOARDS ON SITE BEYOND REPAIR, PITTED, WITH DEEP, DARK STAINS. INSTD TO REPLACE SAME. NO STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT THAT IS USED FOR DRY STORAGE. INSTD TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR NOT DRY IN REAR BY DISHMACHINE AREA. INSD TO 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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAK AT PIPE UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR SAME.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAK AT PIPE UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR SAME.

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.