PASS
Risk 1 (High)
TAQUERIA UPTOWN Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 4, 2013
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #19267
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED PEELING PAINT AND RUST ON SHELVES BY THE UPRIGHT COOLER AT THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEANS SHELVES UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES AT THE KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF DIRT AND FOOD PARTICLES.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEANS SHELVES UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES AT THE KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF DIRT AND FOOD PARTICLES.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection