PASS
Risk 1 (High)
VELVET TACO Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 23, 2017
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License #2299114
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST PROPERLY LABEL ALL LARGE PLASTIC BULK CONTAINERS LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA AND ON THE 1ST FLOOR COOKING LINE. FOUND FLOUR AND RICE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED.MUST PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST REMOVE CHIPPING PAINT AND REPAINT RUSTED PIPES LOCATED ABOVE THE 3-COMP SINK AND ABOVE THE STAINLESS STEEL STORAGE RACKS ACROSS FROM THE 3-COMP SINK SO AS TO HAVE SURFACES BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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: MUST REMOVE CHIPPING PAINT AND REPAINT RUSTED PIPES LOCATED ABOVE THE 3-COMP SINK AND ABOVE THE STAINLESS STEEL STORAGE RACKS ACROSS FROM THE 3-COMP SINK SO AS TO HAVE SURFACES BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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
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