TAQUERIA LOS COMALES #11 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DATE ON PREPARED FOODS CONTAINERS IN COOLERS.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR RUST ON WALK IN COOLER WALL INSIDE,AND ON BOTTOM SHELVES IN KITCHEN UNDER GRILLS.MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIDCOVER OF FRESH SQUEEZE JUICE CONTAINER AT FRONT PREP AREA,REPAIR RUSTING ON GREASE TRAP,AND REMOVE GRAFFITI MARKS ON TOILET DOOR IN MALE,AND O TELEPHONE BY DOOR ENTRANCE,ALSO REPAIR DAMAGED PLASTIC COVER ON CHAIRS IN DINING,OR REPAIR.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DAMAGED FLOOR OUTSIDE REAR SIDE ENTRY DOOR,AND CLEAN FLOOR UNDER STORAGE SHELVES WITH DEBRIS AT REAR AND IN OFFCE. ALSO WALK IN COOLER FLOOR WITH STANDING WATER NEEDS TO BE MAINTAIN DRY AT ALL TIMES.

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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OPENING ON WALLS AT FRONT MILWAUKEE ENTRY DOOR,AND MISSING TILE ON WALL AT FRONT PREP AREA .

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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OPENING ON WALLS AT FRONT MILWAUKEE ENTRY DOOR,AND MISSING TILE ON WALL AT FRONT PREP AREA .

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.