PASS Risk 1 (High)

TRASPASADA RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

TRASPASADA RESTAURANT 3144 N CALIFORNIA AVE, CHICAGO 60618 Restaurant
May 16, 2016 Canvass License #1334442
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on May 16, 2016. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY AT ALL TIMES FOR PUBLIC VIEW. MUST STORE ALL FOODS NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL CONTAINERS IN FOOD GRADE BAGS AT ALL TIMES. FOUND CHICKEN AND BEEF BEING STORED IN PLASTIC SHOPPING BAGS IN THE FREEZER NEXT TO THE WALKIN COOLER AND IN THE FREEZER IN THE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE RESTROOMS.
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN/REPAINT RUSTY BOTTOM SHELF AT THE PREP TABLE LOCATED ACROSS FROM THE WALK-IN COOLER. FOUND ABOVE VERY RUSTY.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE CEILING IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR HOLE AT THE WALL ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE RESTROOMS.
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.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A WORKING THERMOMETER AT THE 2-SLIDING DOOR PESPI COOLER.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A WORKING THERMOMETER AT THE 2-SLIDING DOOR PESPI COOLER.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

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
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections