PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
TACO & BURRITO EXPRESS BROTHERS INC. Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
TACO & BURRITO EXPRESS BROTHERS INC.
(AKA: TACO & BURRITO EXPRESS BROTHERS)
2540 N HALSTED ST, CHICAGO 60614
Restaurant
March 26, 2020
Canvass
License #1649678
5
Total Violations
2
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #25
MINOR
Violation Details
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: MUST INDICATE ON MENU "COOK TO ORDER" PHRASE FOR EGGS,STEAK, BURGERS, ETC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.
Food Code Requirement
Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11(C)
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: NO SPLASH GUARD PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA ,MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD ON BOTH SIDE OF THE SAID SINK.
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 #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: UTENSILS BETWEEN USE MUST BE PROPERLY STORED,REMOVE FROM ABOVE HANDWASHING SINK IN DISHROOM, RELOCATED TO MINIMIZE SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: GREASE INSIDE THE DEEP FRYER,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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: GREASE INSIDE THE DEEP FRYER,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection