FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
TACOS LOS PRIMOS CO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 25, 2024
License Re-Inspection
License #2972341
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: HAND WASHING SINK HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE BAR AREA AND A TWO COMPARTMENT SINK HAS BEEN INSTALLED IN ITS PLACE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SEPARATE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE BAR AREA OR PROVIDE TWO SEPARATE FAUCETS AT THE NEWLY INSTALLED TWO COMPARTMENT SINK WITH A SOLID BARRIER/SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE TWO SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: IF A SINGLE ONE COMPARTMENT HAND SINK IS RE-INSTALLED AT THE BAR, MUST PROVIDE A DUMP SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER THAT PROPERLY DRAINS AT THE BAR AREA.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: IF A SINGLE ONE COMPARTMENT HAND SINK IS RE-INSTALLED AT THE BAR, MUST PROVIDE A DUMP SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER THAT PROPERLY DRAINS AT THE BAR AREA.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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