FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
VELVET TACO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 17, 2019
Complaint
License #2299114
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: NO HOT WATER AT 2ND FLOOR RESTROOM AND BASEMENT'S PREP AREA HAND WASH SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE NO LESS THAN 100F WATER TEMP AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: WALLS AND CEILING IN POOR REPAIR AT BASEMENT DISH WASHING AREA, NOTED MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ALL OVER CEILING, PEELING PAINT BEHIND CLEAN UTENSILS RACK, INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE MOLD AND INSTALL A DURABLE SURFACE ON WALL BEHIND RACK.
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 #58
MAJOR
Violation Details
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: REFER TO VIOL #60 FOR DESCRIPTION
Why This Matters
Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
Food allergen training required for certified managers.
Specific Requirements
Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-103.11
Violation #58
MAJOR
Violation Details
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: REFER TO VIOL #60 FOR DESCRIPTION
Why This Matters
Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
Food allergen training required for certified managers.
Specific Requirements
Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-103.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection