PASS
Risk 1 (High)
TACO PROS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 18, 2022
License
License #2881673
5
Total Violations
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SINK COMPARTMENTS OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT SMOOTH, BEGIINING TO CORRODE WITH MULTPLE CIRCULAR BLACK SPOTS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENUSRE THAT NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES ARE SMOOTH, AND DESIGNED TO ALLOW EASY CLEANING.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMESN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE FOR THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM 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 #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED PLYWOOD AND DEBRIS SURROUNDING OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUNMPSTER LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE PLYWOOD AND SURROUNDING DEBIRS AND KEEP THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER AREA CLEAN AND FREE OF UNNECESSSARY ITEMS.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SOME GAPS AROUND THE PIPES IN THE CEILING ABOVE THE HOTWATER TANK, SERVICE SINK, AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO SMOOTHLY SEAL GAPS AROUND PIPES AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SOME GAPS AROUND THE PIPES IN THE CEILING ABOVE THE HOTWATER TANK, SERVICE SINK, AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO SMOOTHLY SEAL GAPS AROUND PIPES AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection