PASS
Risk 1 (High)
TASTE OF PERU Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 21, 2015
License
License #2391883
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED RUSTED WELDED DIVIDERS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO RE-WELD WITH A SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACES,USE NON-RUST MATERIAL NO SPLASH GUARD PROVIDED BETWEEN THE MOP SINK AND METAL COUNTER TOP OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, IN REAR AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SAID SPLASH GUARD WITH A SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NO ABSORBENT SURFACE. ICE CUBES STORED INSIDE NON SELF-DRAINED CONTAINER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF DRAIN ICE CONTAINER.
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: PIPE UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH BLACK SUBSTANCE INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR DRAIN IN DISH ROOM WITH DEBRIS ,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. UNEVEN, BROKEN FLOOR AROUND THE CAPPED FLOOR DRAIN IN DISH ROOM INSTRUCTED SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR DRAIN IN DISH ROOM WITH DEBRIS ,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. UNEVEN, BROKEN FLOOR AROUND THE CAPPED FLOOR DRAIN IN DISH ROOM INSTRUCTED SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection