FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SIMON TACOS INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 30, 2023
Short Form Complaint
License #2496221
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD OBTAINED FROM APPROVED SOURCE - Comments: 3-201.11(A) OBSERVED FOOD FROM AN UNAPPROVED SOURCE BEING SOLD IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. OBSERVED DESSERTS (FLAN AND CHEESECAKE) BEING SOLD IN A COOLER ON THE PREMISES FROM ALISHA'S SWEET TREATS AND THINGS. ACCORDING TO MANAGEMENT, THE FOOD IS BEING PRODUCED FROM A FOOD ESTABLISHMENT WHICH DOES NOT HAVE A SHARED KITCHEN LICENSE AND ALISHA DOES NOT HAVE A SHARED KITCHEN USER LICENSE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD MUST BE PREPARED IN A PROPERLY LICENSED FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD OBTAINED FROM APPROVED SOURCE - Comments: 3-201.11(A) OBSERVED FOOD FROM AN UNAPPROVED SOURCE BEING SOLD IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. OBSERVED DESSERTS (FLAN AND CHEESECAKE) BEING SOLD IN A COOLER ON THE PREMISES FROM ALISHA'S SWEET TREATS AND THINGS. ACCORDING TO MANAGEMENT, THE FOOD IS BEING PRODUCED FROM A FOOD ESTABLISHMENT WHICH DOES NOT HAVE A SHARED KITCHEN LICENSE AND ALISHA DOES NOT HAVE A SHARED KITCHEN USER LICENSE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD MUST BE PREPARED IN A PROPERLY LICENSED FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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