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TAQUERIA EL CHARRO Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

TAQUERIA EL CHARRO 6661 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO 60626 Restaurant
November 3, 2021 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2594571
4
Total Violations
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-302.12 FOOD STORED INSIDE THE COOLERS MUST BE LABELED WITH COMMON NAME
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.11 MUST PROVIDE A LOCKER FOR TWO-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AND CHEST FREEZERS IN THE DINING AREA EXCESS TO CUSTOMERS, THE DOOR MUST BE LOCKED AT ALL TIMES.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.12 EXCESS GRIMES ON FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDER SHELVES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.12 EXCESS GRIMES ON FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDER SHELVES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

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