Sanchez Tacos

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed produce crates stored inside cooling units with dirt and accumulted debris on exterior surfaces. Instructed to clean or replace.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed exvessive items stored on floors in toilet room. Intructed to remove unnecesary items and provide adequate shelving units at least 6 inches off floor.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Unable to locate thermometers inside of cooling units in prep area, instructed to locate.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed receptacle located in prep area with accumulated dried food debris on exterior surfaces. Instructed to clean and maintain free of accumulation to prevent pest harborage.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed slight leak on 3 compartment sink faucet neck, instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Noted burned out bulb in rear prep area near entrance door. Instructed to replace and increase lighting.

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Instructed manager to store in sanitizing solution between uses.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the flattop, prep table, insides and outsides of coolers with food debris and accumulation of grease deposits. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulation of grime on interior doors of 2-door reach-in cooler. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulation of grime on interior doors of 2-door reach-in cooler. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed spillage and grime on floors throughout prep area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Observed thermometer with no visible read out. Instructed manager to repair or replace and maintain.

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths in main prep area not properly stored. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between uses.

Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed knives improperly stored underneath microwave in main prep area. Instructed manager to properly store knives

Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard used as liner on shelving unit underneath cooktop. Instructed manager to remove all cardboard from shelving units. All food and non-food contact surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease and food debris on exterior surfaces of cooking equipment. Instructed manager to clean and maintain. (nonfood contact surfaces)

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed a leaky faucet fixture at handsink in main prep area.instructed manager to repair and maintain.

Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in toilet room. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated residue on floor in main prep area. Instructed manager to detail clean the floor througout.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed empty boxes and unnecessary clutter in main prep area. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary clutter and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease buildup on ventilation hood filters. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed employee preparing food in prep area without a hair restraint. Instructed to wear hair restraints at all times when preparing food. Instructed to maintain.

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in prep areas in sanitizer bucket between uses to prevent cross contamination. Instructed to maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean dried food debris on interior contact surface of microwave oven. Instructed to maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Must repair leaky faucet base on hand sink in prep area, and repair slow drain in hand sink in staff toilet room. Instructed to maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Must install backflow device on mop sink in staff toilet room. Instructed to maintain.

Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

Inspector’s note: Must provide covered receptacle in staff toilet room for feminine hygiene needs, instructed to maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean excessive dust accumulation from wall vents in prep area, instructed to maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean excessive grease accumulation from hood filters & hood above cooking equipment, instructed to maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the flattop, prep table, insides and outsides of coolers with food debris and accumulation of grease deposits. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the floors and walls, and the shelving of the wall with dirt, food splatter, and grime. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

Inspector’s note: Previous minor violation from report #2079209 8/29/17 not corrected#45-food handler certificate needed for employees who does not have city of chicago sanitation certificate.must obtain and maintain.(serious 7-42-090)

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Must remove cardboard from food storage shelf.must provide a splash guard in between hand sink and mopsink in toiletroom.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Must clean food debris from exterior of garbage cans,grill table,glass reach in cooler.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Must clean food debris from along wall bases in prep area.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace stained ceiling tiles,damaged wall at window in dining area,missing wall tile in dining area.must scrape and paint peeling paint on window sill in dining area.must clean debris build up on exterior rear of hood.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace leaky pipe at hand sink in prep area.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector’s note: Must elevate articles off of floor and away from walls in toiletroom.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: New cutting boards needed. Worn and discolored. Must replace and maintain.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Must clean all outer surfaces of reach in freezer and coolers. Clean all cooking equipment to remove food build up. Must clean and maintain.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Floors in corners and under cooking equipment in need of cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. Must clean and maintain.

Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector’s note: Food handler in need of beard guard or remove beard. Correct and maintain.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: Food handler certificate needed for employee who does not have city of chicago sanitation certificate. Obtain and maintain.

Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

Inspector’s note: The following previous minor violations noted 7-24-16 on report # 1561538 not corrected: -33-grease observed on the exterior surface of the grill; must clean exterior surface of grill. Clean cutting board and slicer in prep area. -41- observed standing water in mop bucket in the washroom; instructed to dispose of used water immediately after use. -42- observed food handlers on premises without proper hair restraints; must provide and wear at all times. Non compliant violation serious 7-42-090.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Replace rusty paper towel holder in washroom.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Clean the following: prep table near 3 compartment sink, interior of deep freezer, exterior of grease trap, and exterior of 2-door reach-in cooler.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Clean floors throughout where dirt and build-up is present.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Repair and paint walls and ceiling in washroom. Clean all doors and wall near pop cooler where dirt and stains are present. Clean debris from light shields throughout where present.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Grease observed on the exterior surface of the grill; must clean exterior surface of grill. Clean cutting board and slicer in prep area (cdi).

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector’s note: Observed standing water in mop bucket in the washroom; instructed to dispose of used water immediately after use.

Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers on premises without proper hair restraints; must provide and wear at all times.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Splashguard is needed at left side of exposed handsink next to the 3 compartment sink and maintain. Seal all raw wood surfaces where noted to manager using a non-toxic finish and maintain.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Section of floor along the north east corner of prep area must be sealed to smooth,easily cleanable surfaces and maintain.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Remove excessive dust build-up on the ventilation cover inside the toilet room and maintain.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Sides and underneath flat top grill, knife rack, interior/exterior of coolers, exterior sides of 3-compartment sink not clean, debris. Clean same and maintain.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink slanting, not level. Instd to repair same.

Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

Inspector’s note: Outside garbage area not clean, overflowing dumpster with exposed garbage, lids unable to close. All excessive grease noted on exterior top of grease interceptor. Instd to clean and maintain. Instd to have dumpster with tight fitting lids at all times. Citation issued 7-38-020 serious.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Cutting boards stained, with deep, dark grooves. Instd to repair or replace.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Sides and underneath flat top grill, knife rack, interior/exterior of coolers, exterior sides of 3-compartment sink not clean, debris. Clean same and maintain.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Toilet room door and door leading to prep area not clean and with worn surfaces. Instd to clean and paint same. Wall behind meat slicer not clean, food debris accumulation. Instd to clean same and maintain.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink slanting, not level. Instd to repair same.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: No metal stem thermometer for food handlers. Instd to provide same.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: The sides, doors and shelves of the reach in prep cooler and the pipes above the cooking area are dirty and greasy, clean the kitchen surfaces from top to bottom and maintain daily.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: The chest freezer interior and top is dirty; wash, rinse and sanitize all equipment in detail

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings are greasy, clean the walls and ceilings top to bottom. Replace the dirty, stained ceiling tiles above the food prep area.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: The hood has a greasy buildup, clean the hood in detail.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution to easily sanitize surfaces.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain the following: meat slicer, cutting board, top of deep freezer, bottom area of hooded system over cooking equipment to remove hanging grease and interiors of refrigeration units.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Clean floors around and behind equipment where needed.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Clean walls behind slicer. Seal openings around wall outlets where needed.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector’s note: Instructed to dispose of standing used mop water after use. Also instructed on proper storage of mops with wet mopheads upward.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: MEAT SLICER, CUTTING BOARD, TOP OF DEEP FREEZER, BOTTOM AREA OF HOODED SYSTEM OVER COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE HANGING GREASE AND INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN FLOORS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN WALLS BEHIND SLICER. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND WALL OUTLETS WHERE NEEDED.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector’s note: Instructed to dispose of standing used mop water after use. Also instructed on proper storage of mops with wet mopheads upward.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN PERSONAL FAN,FILTERS,HOOD,WINDOW SILLS,REACH IN COOLER.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLEAN WALLS IN PREP & LOBBY AREA.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WINDOW SILLS IN LOBBY AREA.

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OUTER OPENING NOT PROTECTED, BOTTOM AREA OF FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED, DOOR HAS LARGE GAP, ABOUT 2 INCHES. MUST SEAL BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.

Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

Inspector’s note: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #161684, DATED 10/2/2009; #33, 34, 35,43. #33 MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, MEAT SLICER, CHEST FREEZER. #34 MUST CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS THRU-OUT PREMISES. #35 MUST CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. #43 CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 SERIOUS.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON PREP REACH IN COOLER DOORS.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; GRILL, BOTTOM PANELS OF GRILL TABLE, AND PREP TABLES, MOP SINK, AND STORAGE SHELVES.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST SEAL OPENINGS ON WASHROOM WALLS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR EXPOSED SINK FAUCET.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector’s note: Must remove unnecessary articles thru-out premises, clean and organize to prevent pest harborage. Articles must be stored off floors, away from walls.