FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
TACOS EL MERCADITO LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
November 29, 2022
License
License #2876629
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HANDWASH SINK IN REAR PREP AREA WHERE ADDITIONAL STOVE, COOKING EQUIPMENT AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED. INSTD TO PROVIDE HANDWASH SINK IN SAME AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
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 #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: PREP AREAS, STORAGE AREA AND GROCERY STORE NOT SECURE FROM UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS/ TENANTS FROM APARTMENTS ON SITE. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER SECURITY FROM UNAUTHORIZING PERSONS/TENANTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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 #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: PREP AREAS, STORAGE AREA AND GROCERY STORE NOT SECURE FROM UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS/ TENANTS FROM APARTMENTS ON SITE. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER SECURITY FROM UNAUTHORIZING PERSONS/TENANTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection