PASS
Risk 1 (High)
ZACATACOS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 4, 2019
Complaint
License #50551
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #20
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE
Why This Matters
Slow cooling allows spore-forming bacteria like C. perfringens to germinate and multiply to dangerous levels.
Food Code Requirement
Foods must be rapidly cooled to safe temperatures.
Specific Requirements
Cool from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, then to 41°F within 4 additional hours; Use shallow pans, ice baths, cooling wands, or blast chillers; Monitor with thermometer.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.14
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOOR TILES IN THE BASEMENT ARE BROKEN/DAMAGED, NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL DAMAGED TILES IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE FLOORS.
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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOOR TILES IN THE BASEMENT ARE BROKEN/DAMAGED, NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL DAMAGED TILES IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE FLOORS.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection