FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
TACONAZO EL ORIGINAL #1 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 31, 2023
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2657927
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED 10 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR AND WALLS OF THE PREP AREAS AND BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER AND PREP TABLES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, HOT HOLDING UNIT, AND STORAGE SHELVES ABOVE THE HOT HOLDING STATION. CLEAN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND THE UNDERSIDE OF ALL PREP TABLES IN BOTH FOOD PREP AREAS.
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: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER AND PREP TABLES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, HOT HOLDING UNIT, AND STORAGE SHELVES ABOVE THE HOT HOLDING STATION. CLEAN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND THE UNDERSIDE OF ALL PREP TABLES IN BOTH FOOD PREP AREAS.
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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CDPH Food Protection