PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
TACO BELL Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 3, 2023
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License #2670614
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP/DRINK AREA TO BE INACESSIBLE, FILLED WITH TRASH AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN HAND SINK ACCESIBILITY AT ALL TIMES. PIC REMOVED ITEMS AND SANITIZED HANDSINK DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF RESIDUE ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF HOT AND COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT, SHELVES, TABLES, AND CONTAINERS HOLDING SUGAR AND OTHER BULK ITEMS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF RESIDUE ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF HOT AND COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT, SHELVES, TABLES, AND CONTAINERS HOLDING SUGAR AND OTHER BULK ITEMS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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