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TACO BELL #30404 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

TACO BELL #30404 (AKA: TACO BELL) 500 W MADISON, CHICAGO 60661 Restaurant
November 5, 2014 Canvass License #2320371
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #12
CRITICAL
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: INADEQUATE HAND WASHING FACILITIES. NO PAPER TOWELS AT FRONT PREP EXPOSED HAND SINK. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.
Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.
All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.
Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.
Violation #28
CRITICAL
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: NO SUMMARY REPORT GIVEN FROM 5-16-14 POSTED IN PLAIN VIEW OF THE ESTABLISHMENTS CUSTOMERS. SUMMARY WAS FOUND INSIDE BINDER ALONG WITH BUSINESS LICENSE AND AND OTHER DOCUMENTS. GIVEN TODAYS SUMMARY AND POSTED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010(B).
Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.
Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.
Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INTERIOR WALLS OF THE WALK-IN COOLER DIRTY WITH BLACK DIRT/DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INTERIOR WALLS OF THE WALK-IN COOLER DIRTY WITH BLACK DIRT/DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

Health Department Information

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