SUPERMERCADO LA GLORIA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FOOD OBTAINED FROM APPROVED SOURCE - Comments: OBSERVED PREPACKAGED BREAD AND CACTUS FROM AN UNAPPROVED SOURCE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. OBSERVED NO RECEIPTS OR INVOICES FROM APPROVED SUPPLIERS. NO FOOD LABEL ON PREPACKAGED BREAD. FOOD MUST BE FROM REPUTABLE SOURCE AND MAINTAIN INVOICES AT ALL TIMES. OWNER DISCARDED AND DENATURED PRODUCT. CACTUS 10 LBS, $56. BREAD 10LBS, $18. (PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005) CITATION ISSUED.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED TABLE TOP HOT HOLDING UNIT AT 117.9F WITH TCS FOOD INSIDE. HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT MUST BE AT 135F OR ABOVE. OWNER MOVED FOOD. EQUIPMENT TAGGED. MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL INSPECTED BY CDPH. EMAIL CDPH WHEN READY. (PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005) CITATION ISSUED.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN MEAT DISPLAY CASE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10 OR MORE LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON WALL BEHIND 2-COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA, IN KITCHEN NEXT TO REAR HAND SINK. APPROXIMATELY 10-12 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND PREMISES, IN PREP AREA, AND ON TABLES. APPROXIMATELY 50 OR MORE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PREP, MEAT, AND PRODUCE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL SERVICE ON OR AFTER TODAY'S DATE. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A)) CITATION ISSUED.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING IN WALK IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN DOOR GASKETS AT RIGHT WALK IN COOLER AND PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED MEAT STORED IN PLASTIC BAG. FOOD MUST BE STORED IN FOOD GRADE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED RESIDUE ON POP SLEEVES IN BEVERAGE COOLER, DUSTY FAN GUARDS IN PRODUCE COOLER AND BEVERAGE COOLER, FOOD DEBRIS ON AIR CURTAINS IN MIDDLE WALK IN COOLER. INTERIOR ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING. FAUCET AT HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR KITCHEN IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP IN ICE CREAM FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED BLACK FOUL SMELLING SEWAGE/WASTE WATER COMING FROM FLOOR DRAIN NEXT TO ICE MACHINE WHEN HANDWASHING SINK IS TURNED ON AND RUNNING WATER. OWNER REPAIRED FLOOR DRAIN, CLEANED AND SANITIZED AREA DURING INSPECTION. MUST MONITER AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. (PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)) CITATION ISSUED.

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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ALL WOMEN'S CUSTOMER AND EMPLOYEE RESTROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA IN POOR REPAIR. UNABLE TO CLOSE LID TO MAKE TIGHT FITTING. MUST BE ABLE TO CLOSE LID AND MAINTAIN. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B)) CITATION ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND LIQUID ON FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLERS AND BEVERAGE COOLER, RESIDUE ACCUMULATED ON INTERIOR DOORS AND WALLS OF WALK IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, KEEP DRY, 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CLUTTER STORED ON FLOOR OF SECOND FLOOR. MUST ELEVATE, ORGANIZE, OR REMOVE ITEMS STORED ON FLOORS 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILE IN MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN TOILET TANK LID IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM IN REAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED OVEN AND STOVE IN REAR PREP AREA NOT COMPLETELY UNDER VENTILATION HOOD. EQUIPMENT MUST BE UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED OVEN AND STOVE IN REAR PREP AREA NOT COMPLETELY UNDER VENTILATION HOOD. EQUIPMENT MUST BE UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.