ROSAS TAMALES Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE GARAGE STORAGE AREA. 20 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WOODEN SHELVES AND BOXES OF STOCK IN THIS AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.

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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1547394 ON 8/17/15 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - TWO 1-BURNER STOVES NOT UNDER VENTILATION. INSTD TO HAVE COMPLETELY UNDER VENTILATION OR REMOVE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT OR SEAL THE WOODEN STORAGE SHELVES IN THE GARAGE STORAGE AREA. THE CHEST FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT HAS EXPOSED INSULATION IN THE UNDERSIDE OF THE DOOR. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE. MUST USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINERS FOR SALSAS.

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: REMOVE THE CARDBOARD FROM THE FLOOR IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: THE CEILING IN THE FOOD PREP AREA IS DAMAGED. MUST REPAIR THE CEILING. SCRAPE AND REPAINT CHIPPED PAINT ON CEILING IN THE BASEMENT. REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE BASEMENT. REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE CEILING DRYWALL IN THE GARAGE STORAGE 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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: THE CEILING IN THE FOOD PREP AREA IS DAMAGED. MUST REPAIR THE CEILING. SCRAPE AND REPAINT CHIPPED PAINT ON CEILING IN THE BASEMENT. REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE BASEMENT. REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE CEILING DRYWALL IN THE GARAGE STORAGE 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.