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FAIL Risk 1 (High)

TAMALES EMMA LA CHAPARRITA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

TAMALES EMMA LA CHAPARRITA (AKA: LA CHAPARRITA) 2500 S WHIPPLE ST, CHICAGO 60623 Restaurant
December 21, 2016 License License #2501598
2
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on December 21, 2016. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 2 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.

Violation Categories

🚫 Equipment Issues 🚫 Facilities Issues 🚫 Facility Maintenance 🚫 Handwashing Violations 🚫 Plumbing Issues

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

2
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE MIDDLE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE MIDDLE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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