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ZACATACOS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ZACATACOS 5925 S PULASKI RD, CHICAGO 60629 Restaurant
February 5, 2014 Canvass License #50551
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: THE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL THEM, LOCATION BASEMENT STORE ROOM.
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 #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NEED A DIVIDER BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THE SOUP HOT HOLDING UNIT AT THE WAITRESS STATION LOCATED IN THE NEW DINING ROOM AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIED DIVIDER.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE HOODS AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN HAS GREASE BUILDUP ON THEM.ALSO SOME FILTERS ARE MISSING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PROVIDE THE MISSING FILTERS.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE HOODS AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN HAS GREASE BUILDUP ON THEM.ALSO SOME FILTERS ARE MISSING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PROVIDE THE MISSING FILTERS.
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.

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