PASS
Risk 1 (High)
TACOS Y TAMALES EL POLLO. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 13, 2020
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2663700
4
Total Violations
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING TAMALES IN PREP AREA WITHOUT WEARING EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF DEEP CLEANING TO REMOVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED REAR PREP AREA WITH CLUTTER ON TOP OF UNUSED EQUIPMENT ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECCESARY ITEMS IN SAID AREA, ELEVATE STORED ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING. MUST MAINTAIN PREMISE.
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 REAR PREP AREA WITH CLUTTER ON TOP OF UNUSED EQUIPMENT ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECCESARY ITEMS IN SAID AREA, ELEVATE STORED ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING. MUST MAINTAIN PREMISE.
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
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CDPH Food Protection