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TAQUERIA GOMEZ Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

TAQUERIA GOMEZ 3635 W 31ST ST, CHICAGO 60623 Restaurant
September 16, 2015 Canvass License #1846984
3
Total Violations
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

3
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED A BROKEN HANDLE ON THE TWO DOOR PREP COOLER LOCATED ACROSS FROM THE COOKING LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS BEING USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN THE REACH IN FREEZER LOCATED IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE VENT DIRECTLY OVER THE POT STORAGE SHELF. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE VENT DIRECTLY OVER THE POT STORAGE SHELF. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections