TAQUERIA MAZAMITLA, INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST ALWAYS PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY WARNING STATEMENT ON THE MENU OR WITH A VISIBLE POSTER. DID NOT FIND ABOVE MENTIONED DURING INSPECTION.

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 EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN, SANITIZE AND REPAINT CHIPPED/RUSTY SHELVING RACKS INSIDE THE 2 SLIDING DOOR COOLER. FOUND ABOVE RUSTY AND WITH FOOD DEBRI.

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 DEEP CLEAN FLOOR AROUND THE GREASE TRAP IN KITCHEN AREA AND UNDER TH 3-COMP SINK AREA TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED GREASE BUILD-UP.

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 DETAIL CLEAN WALLS ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE GRILL/COOKING AREA IN THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHES, DEBRI AND GREASE BUILD-UP. ALSO AT SAME AREA MUST REMOVE ENCRUSTED GREASE FROM THE PIPES AT THE WALL AT ABOVE MENTIONED AREA. FOUND EXCESS ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP.

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: MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE GRILL/COOKING AREA IN THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHES, DEBRI AND GREASE BUILD-UP. ALSO AT SAME AREA MUST REMOVE ENCRUSTED GREASE FROM THE PIPES AT THE WALL AT ABOVE MENTIONED AREA. FOUND EXCESS ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP.

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.