PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
TAQUERIA EL REY DEL TACO FASHION 1676 INC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 26, 2022
Canvass
License #2534801
1
Total Violations
1
Critical
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on July 26, 2022. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 1 violation during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
1
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, BEEF, PORK) INSIDE PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING 49F-55F. APPROXIMATELY 10 POUNDS, $50 OF FOOD PRODUCTS DISCARDED. ALL COLD FOODS MUST BE HELD AT TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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