TAQUERIA ATOTONILCO #1 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC - Comments: OBSERVED SOURCES OF CROSS CONTAMINATION NOT CONTROLLED, SAME CUTTING BOARD WITH VISIBLE RAW BLOOD JUICES AND PIECES OF RAW MEAT CURRENTLY BEING USED TO CUT LIMES THAT ARE USED FOR CONDIMENTS (READY TO EAT). PER MGR, LIMES ARE USED FOR CONDIMENTS, READY TO EAT FOR TACOS, ETC. INSTD MGR ON PROPER PREPARATION FROM RAW AND READY TO EAT PRODUCTS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A CRITICAL. ALL LIMES VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 5LBS $20 VALUE.

These activities introduce saliva and contaminants into food areas, potentially spreading bacteria and viruses to customers.

Food employees must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in food preparation areas.

Eating, drinking, tobacco use only in designated areas; Closed beverage containers with straw allowed in some areas; Proper tasting using clean utensil each time; No personal items in food prep areas.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: LIVE LARGE HOUSE FLIES (OVER 30) IN BASMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CUTTING BOARD AT JUICE BAR STAINED, WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPAIR/REPLACE SAME.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTD TO DETAIL CLEAN OTHER CEILING TILES IN SAME AREA, FREE OF DUST ACCUMULATION.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTD TO DETAIL CLEAN OTHER CEILING TILES IN SAME AREA, FREE OF DUST ACCUMULATION.

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.