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TAMARINDO LOCO Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

TAMARINDO LOCO (AKA: EL TAMARINDO LOCO) 3240 N PULASKI RD, CHICAGO 60641 Restaurant
September 30, 2016 Canvass License #2252297
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Found several items not properly labeled. Must label potentially hazardous foods (yogurt prepped in pitchers) with date; pre-packaged items (chips, nachos, etc) with business name, address, list of ingredients and date. Must maintain.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Found mail slot in front door in disrepair. Must repair mail slot door and maintain. Coving along base of wall near door in disrepair. Must repair/replace. Must maintain same.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Found faucet handle on sink in employee restroom in disrepair (Very difficult to turn handle to the left for hot water, although it does provide hot/cold water.) Must repair and maintain.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Found faucet handle on sink in employee restroom in disrepair (Very difficult to turn handle to the left for hot water, although it does provide hot/cold water.) Must repair and maintain.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections