PASS
Risk 1 (High)
TAQUERIA SAN JUANITO Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 13, 2023
License
License #2929890
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED INSECT TRAP DEVICES ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ON PREP COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE.
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED MAIN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH GLUE-LIKE SUBSTANCE AROUND RINGS OF DRAINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE SUBSTANCE TO MAKE INTERIOR OF SINK SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE; OBSERVED RUSTED RACKS IN DRY STORAGE AREA AND STORAGE AREA ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAINT OR REPLACE RUSTED RACKS.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILES ON COOK'S LINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR FLOOR.
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: OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILES ON COOK'S LINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR FLOOR.
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
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection