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SABORO Mexican Grill Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SABORO Mexican Grill 4507 W LAWRENCE AVE, CHICAGO 60630 Restaurant
July 9, 2025 License License #3036010
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #3
CRITICAL
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: NO PROCEDURE/PLAN AND KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: GREASE AT INTERIOR CABINET OF THE DEEP FRYER AND OVEN.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. RAW WOODEN PANEL AT FRONT OF COUNTER TOP IN DINING AREA SURFACE NOT EASILY CLENABLE. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: LEAKING PIPE UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK(WASH SINK),REPAIR ISSUE.HANDWASHING SINK BY THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK SLOWLY DRAINING.REPAIR ISSUE.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #52
MAJOR
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: GRASE TRAP UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT WITH RUST.SURFACE NOT CLEANABLE.INSTRUCTED TO PAINT.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON ABSORBENT SURFACE.
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: BROKEN CAULKING BETWEEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND WALLS,REPLACE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: GREASE AND GRIME ON FLOORS UNDER EQUIPMENTS ,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: GREASE AND GRIME ON FLOORS UNDER EQUIPMENTS ,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

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