FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
TAQUERIA LOS PORTALES Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 22, 2019
Canvass
License #2309128
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #8
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING HANDS AT WAREWASHING SINK BY DRAIN BOARD WITH CLEAN UTENSILS/POTS STORED ON IT .HAND WASHING MUST BE DONE ONLY AT HAND WASHING SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION:7-38-010,CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.
Food Code Requirement
Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.
Specific Requirements
Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-501.114, 4-702.11
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS WITH COMMON NAME ONCE IS REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MICE DROPPINGS IN DIFFERENT LOCATION OF THE PREMISES: 30 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE THE CABINET OF DEEP FRYER, 6 DROPPINGS AT WEST CORNER IN PREP AREA; 3 MICE DROPPINGS ON SHELF UNDER PREP TABLE,OVER 10 DROPPINGS INSIDE DRY STORAGE/EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION:7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: GREASE ON FLOOR UNDER THE DEEP FRYER,ALSO DEBRIS UNDER THE SHELVES IN DRY STORAGE.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: GREASE ON FLOOR UNDER THE DEEP FRYER,ALSO DEBRIS UNDER THE SHELVES IN DRY STORAGE.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection