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SUPER MERCADO BARRERA Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
July 9, 2025
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License #2517280
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: NOTED IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOOD IN MEAT DISPLAY COOLER. MARINATED PORK STEAK 45.1 F, SKIRT STEAK 45.0 F, SAUSAGE 47.5 F, GROUND PORK 45.1 F, BEEF FAT 48.6 F, BEEF 46.6 F, HAM 48.8 F, CHEESE 48.4 F. DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROX 200 LBS VALUED AT $1000 PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: NOTED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF COLD-HOLDING EQUIPMENT. AMBIENT AIR OF MEAT DISPLAY COOLER AT 48.7 F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: NOTED PORK SKINS DRYING ON RACK IN REAR STORAGE IN CONTACT WITH WALL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BARRIER BETWEEN WALL AND FOOD THAT IS NON-POROUS SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: NOTED PORK SKINS DRYING ON RACK IN REAR STORAGE IN CONTACT WITH WALL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BARRIER BETWEEN WALL AND FOOD THAT IS NON-POROUS SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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