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REST Y TAQUERIA LA JUSTICIA Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

REST Y TAQUERIA LA JUSTICIA 3901 W 26TH ST, CHICAGO 60623 Restaurant
June 1, 2018 Canvass Re-Inspection License #40902
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.MUST LABEL AND DATE COOKED FOODS IN ALL COOLERS
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE AND ELIMINATE GROCERY BAGS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM GREASE TRAP AND RUST FROM LIDS ON CHEST FREEZERS IN BASEMENT AND RUSTY OVER HEAD SHELVING UNITS IN REAR PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,LIDS ARE BROKEN AND DAMAGED ON SOME CHEST FREEZERS.MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZERS.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT OR APPLY A SEALANT ON RAW AND PAINTED SHELVING UNITS IN VEGETABLE WALK IN COOLER.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN WATER FROM LOWER SHELF IN BEER COOLER.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON DISH RACKS,VEGETABLE WALK IN COOLER FANGUARD COVERS AND COMPRESSOR UNIT.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN AND DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOORING IN FRONT PREP AREA,UNDER FRYER,HOLE IN FLOOR UNDER MOPSINK.MUST MAKE FLOOR IN BASEMENT FOOD AND PAPER STORAGE AREA SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLES IN WALLS IN DINING AREA NEAR BOOTH SEAT,STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA.MUST SEAL GAPS AT FRAME OF BRICK EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA,VEGETABLE WALK IN COOLER,WALL NEAR BASEMENT GREASE TRAP.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS.
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 #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN FRONT PREP AREA.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE VENTILATION VENT NOT WORKING IN STAFF BASEMENT TOILETROOM,MISSING TOILET TANK LID IN WOMEN'S,SUMP PUMP LID NEEDS TO COVER COMPLETELY,EXTENSION ON DRAIN LINE PIPE IN STAFF TOILET ROOM TO DRAIN,LEAKY PIPE AT 3- COMP SINK.MUST INSTALL A DIPPING WELL FOR BULK ICE CREAM.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE VENTILATION VENT NOT WORKING IN STAFF BASEMENT TOILETROOM,MISSING TOILET TANK LID IN WOMEN'S,SUMP PUMP LID NEEDS TO COVER COMPLETELY,EXTENSION ON DRAIN LINE PIPE IN STAFF TOILET ROOM TO DRAIN,LEAKY PIPE AT 3- COMP SINK.MUST INSTALL A DIPPING WELL FOR BULK ICE CREAM.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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