FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
TACO BURRITO KING Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 8, 2024
Complaint
License #2590021
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASH SIGNAGE IN RESTROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING COVERED RECEPTACLE IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #60
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2582033 ON 9/20/23 WAS NOT CORRECTED:51-OBSERVED LOOSE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION. 58 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE TO COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Deviating from approved procedures removes critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Must comply with all approved plans and procedures.
Specific Requirements
Follow approved plans; Maintain required records; Operate as permitted; No unauthorized changes.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-304.11
Violation #60
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2582033 ON 9/20/23 WAS NOT CORRECTED:51-OBSERVED LOOSE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION. 58 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE TO COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Deviating from approved procedures removes critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Must comply with all approved plans and procedures.
Specific Requirements
Follow approved plans; Maintain required records; Operate as permitted; No unauthorized changes.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-304.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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