TAQUERIA HUENTITAN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1353852 7/25/13 NOT CORRECTED #32-MUST REPLACE STAINED AND PITTED CUTTING BOARDS,AND CHIPPING WIRE SHELVING IN REACH IN COOLERS. #33-MUST CLEAN HOODED AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT FRONT COOKING AREA OF RESTAURANT.#34-MUST REPAIR THRESHOLD AT BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR. #35-MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS.MUST LABEL DESSERTS WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.

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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MUST NOT REUSE FOOD BAGS MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS & CONTAINERS.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVES OF PREP TABLES,GRILL TABLES,SHELVING UNITS & RUSTY DOOR OF WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CHEST FREEZER LID IN POOR REPAIR REAR 1ST FL. AREA,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER & PREP COOLER,WALK IN COOLER.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM GRILL TABLES,PREP TABLES,ALL SHELVING UNITS,WHEEL BASES OF ALL EQUIPMENT,MEAT SLICER,FRYER,REACH IN COOLERS,INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI BUILD UP ON FLOOR ALONG WALLBASES,UNDER & AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR TILES IN WALK IN COOLER.MUST SEAL GAP BETWEEN FLOOR & WALLBASE UNDER 3- COMP SINK.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES & GAP IN WALL TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA,MISSING WALL TILE UNDER 3- COMP SINK,MISSING WALL OUTLET BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA,HOLE IN FRONT ENTRY DOOR PANEL.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM INTERIOR PANEL OF WALK IN COOLER DOOR & WALLS.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN REAR POT STORAGE AREA,DRINK STATION AREA.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR PREP/DISH AREA.LOOSE LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA & CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR PREP/DISH AREA.LOOSE LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA & CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.