PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
ROCKY'S TACOS Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 12, 2023
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License #64463
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #9
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED - Comments: OBSERVED COOK USING BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOOD INCLUDING FLIPPING TORTILLAS, ADDING CHEESE TO TORTAS, AND ADDING READY TO EAT LETTUCE AND TOMATOS TO TACOS AND TORTAS WITH BARE HANDS. CERTIFED FOOD MANAGER AND OWNER WERE RETRAINED ON NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOODS AND HYGEINIC PRACTICES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010
Why This Matters
Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.
Food Code Requirement
Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.
Specific Requirements
Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-101.11, 5-103.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED THERMOMETERS NEEDED IN ALL COOLERS IN BASEMENT. INSTALL WORKING, EASY TO READ THERMOMTERS IN ALL COOLERS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED REAR PREP WALL BEHIND HANDSINK NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. ATTACH SINK TO WALL AND RESTORE WALL BEHIND SINK TO A NON ABSORBANT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED REAR PREP WALL BEHIND HANDSINK NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. ATTACH SINK TO WALL AND RESTORE WALL BEHIND SINK TO A NON ABSORBANT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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