Supermercado El Taxquenito

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Aug 6, 2024 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

2. Jul 25, 2024 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   4 critical14 general3 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no verifiable employee health policy on site at time of inspection. Left template and instructed to maintain copies of verifiable health policy signed by all employees on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 3)

     Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Staff touched ready-to-eat food with bare hands.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food handler touch ready-to-eat food tacos with bare hands and add to cut tomatoes in kitchen at food line. Also noted food handler touch ready to eat food cut onions with bare hands at kitchen. Food employees’ may not contact exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands. Must use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing equipment. Priority violation. 7-38-010. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 9)

     No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signage at hand washing sink in washroom area. Instructed manager to provide.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed black mold, brown substance and rust on interior of ice machine used for human consumption. Observed black mold on upper interior of ice machine, brown substance on shield and rust on both sides of interior of ice machine. Instructed to remove black mold, brown substance and rust from interior of ice machine and clean and sanitize interior. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

     Inspector’s note: Observed walk-in cooler not maintaining proper temperature 70.2f. Instructed manager to repair and maintain cooler at 41f or below. Prep cooler is tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by chicago department of health. No food was in walk-in cooler. Priority 7-38-005 no citation issued.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

     Inspector’s note: Observed frozen meat thawing in 3 compartment sink in the food prep area. Management instructed to thaw tcs foods under cold running water, in the refrigerator or in the microwave as part of a continuous cooking process.

     Official wording (code 35)

     Approved thawing methods used

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed two food handling employees not wearing a hair restraint while preparing food. Instructed management that all food handling employees must wear a hair restraint while preparing food.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFood handling

     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.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted some use of milk crates for elevation at the kitchen area, dishwashing area, and dry storage area. Instructed not to use milk crates for elevation to prevent hiding places for pest. Must provide appropriate shelving for storage. All food items must also be stored 6" away from the wall

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted assorted food items inside coolers and refrigeration units with food stored inside plastic grocery bags. Instructed to properly store all food items inside approved food grade containers

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     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 floors in prep area. Instructed manager to remove all cardboard from shelving units. All food and non-food contact surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

     Inspector’s note: Found the three compartment sink not maintained in meat department; sink is slow draining. When water from one compartment is drained; water backs up into adjacent compartments. Also found leaking in the 3 compartment sink in prep area causing waste water to leak onto prep area. Instructed management to get drainage system serviced. Priority foundation 7-38-025. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no sanitizer testing devices on site at time of inspection. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed clutter abd unnecessary items throughout rear of facility. Must remove clutter and unnecessary items to prevent rodent harborage. Observed milk crates being used as a shelving in front displey produce cooler and rear of facility. Must remove and provide approved shelving that is 6inches off the floor and provide floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility in areas such as in retail, meat department, rear prep(next to meat department), and prep area behind taqueria. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed soiled mop heads not properly stored. Instructed manager to hang mop heads to prevent insect breeding.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food splatter on walls in rear at the meat grinder location and in the meat service area where the meat is chopped. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas as a means of preventing possible pest and insect harboring.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago food sanitation manager on site while tcs foods are being prepped (such as beef). Instructed must have a city of chicago food sanitation manager on site at all times when tcs foods are being prepped/served. Instructed must post a valid city of chicago food sanitation manager certification in plain view of customers at all times.priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler certificates on site at time of inspection. Instructed all employees must complete food handler training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training on site at time of inspection. Instructed all employees holding city of chicago foodservice manager certificates must complete allergen training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

3. Dec 26, 2023 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

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   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

     Inspector’s note: 3-302.12: observed seasoned salt and salt in round clear containers not labeled with common name. Instructed to label all food grade storage containers with common name of food when not in original container.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: 5-204.12: observed no backflow prevention device on utility sink. Instructed to install backflow prevention device so that it shall be easily located and serviced.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.11: observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility in areas such as in retail, rear prep(next to meat department), and prep area behind taqueria. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed dusty ceiling vent cover in washroom. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed dusty condensor fan covers in walkin cooler with white door. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed grease and dust buildup on filters and interior of hood in rear prep area next to meat department. Instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 6-304.11: observed non working hood in rear prep behind taqueria. Instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

4. Dec 19, 2023 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

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   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed black mold, brown substance and rust on interior of ice machine used for human consumption. Observed black mold on upper interior of ice machine, brown substance on shield and rust on both sides of interior of ice machine. Instructed to remove black mold, brown substance and rust from interior of ice machine and clean and sanitize interior. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

     Inspector’s note: Observed seasoned salt and salt in round clear containers not labeled with common name. Instructed to label all food grade storage containers with common name of food when not in original container.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 20 mouse droppings next to rack of large bottled water containers. Instructed to eliminate mouse activity, remove mouse droppings and clean affected areas. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow prevention device on utility sink. Instructed to install backflow prevention device so that it shall be easily located and serviced.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed slow draining handwashing sink in meat department. Instructed to repair handwashing sink.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility in areas such as in retail, meat department, rear prep(next to meat department), and prep area behind taqueria. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed dusty wall vent cover in meat department and ceiling vent cover in washroom. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed dusty condensor fan covers in walkin cooler with white door. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed grease and dust buildup on filters and interior of hood in rear prep area next to meat department. Instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed non working hood in rear prep behind taqueria. Instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

5. Aug 4, 2023 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside of the 1 door prep cooler and 4 drawer prep cooler in the taqueria prep area. Observed eggs at 52f, cheese at 50f, beef at 48f, chicken at 46f, and salsa at 46f. Management instructed to maintain all cold tcs foods below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the air temperature at 50f inside of the 1 door prep cooler and at 45f inside of the 4 drawer prep cooler in the taqueria prep area. Management instructed to repair both coolers and maintain them below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Clean the deep fryer, grill, microwave, prep tables, and interior of the prep coolers in the taqueria prep area.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Clean the grease on the floor of the taqueria prep area and on the wall behind the cooking equipment.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Clean the grease on the ventilation hood and filters above the cooking equipment in the tauqeria prep area.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed several food handling employees without a food handler certificate. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

6. Nov 2, 2022 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.

     Inspector’s note: Found a food employee drinking from a cup without a lid and placing that cup on a cutting board in the rear prep area. Instructed management that employees must consume beverages/food in designated areas or put a lid on cup to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, etc.

     Official wording (code 6)

     Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Staff touched ready-to-eat food with bare hands.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a food employee handling ready-to eat food (tortillas) with bare hands. Food employee was grabbing cooked tortillas off the flat top grill with bare hands. Instructed management that all ready-to eat foods must be handled with suitable utensils or gloves. Priority violation 7-38-010. Citation issued. Employee put on gloves at time of inspection.

     Official wording (code 9)

     No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates being used to hold shelving units off the floor inside the walk-in cooler. Must remove from premises and provide shelving that is free of unnecessary crevices and designed/constructed to be easily cleanable.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a leak coming from the drainage pipe on the cooks line handwashing sink. Must repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Found heavy grease build up on the walls surround the ventilation hood in the front prep area. Must clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing base coving in the carnitas rear prep kitchen (off the meat department) and along the wall in the dining area. Must provide base coving in said areas so floor and wall junctures are sealed.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Must provide light shield for the non-led lighting inside the rear cooking/carnitas prep area (next to meat department).

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed grease and dust build up dripping off the ventilation hood interior fixtures in the front prep area. Must clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

7. Nov 19, 2021 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

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   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs or posters near hand washing sink in taqueria food preparation area. Must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

8. Nov 12, 2021 No Entry

   Complaint · No Entry

   No violations

9. Nov 12, 2021 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

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   • CriticalManagement & training

     Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no written employee health policy provided on the premises. Management instructed to provide a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

     Official wording (code 3)

     Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs or posters near hand washing sink in taqueria food preparation area. Must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

     Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers when food is not in the original container.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths stored on top of prep tables in taqueria food preparartion area and rear prep area where pork carnitas area cooked. Must properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFood handling

     In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoops stored on top of ice machine located in rear storage area. Must properly store ice scoops in a clean container to prevent contamination.

     Official wording (code 43)

     In-use utensils: properly stored

   • GeneralFood handling

     In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed styrofoam cups being used as scoops for salsa inside of the taqueria prep cooler. Management instructed to use scoops with handles placed above the top of the food.

     Official wording (code 43)

     In-use utensils: properly stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed 3-compartment sink in front taqueria food preparation area not properly maintained. Observed waste water with food particles backing up fron second compartment sink into first compartment when water is release from third compartment of 3-compartment sink and slow draining. Must use 3-compartment sink in rear dish area to wash rinse and sanitize multiuse utensil. Prioirty foundation violation 7-38-025. Citation issued

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed hand washing sinks drainig slow in taqueria prep area and carnitas prep area. Must repair and maintain. Additional water pressure needed at the hand washing sink located behind the meat counter must repair and maintain. Observed leaking pipe underneath 3-copartment sink in rear food prep area. Must repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing and water damaged ceiling tiles above walk-in cooler, above display cooler and sitting area. Must repair replace and maintain ceiling in a good repair.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing floor tiles in front produce area, behind counter top with dips, and penings. Repair broken floor tiles in rear taqueria prep area and behind meat counter.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

10. Mar 18, 2021 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

11. Mar 11, 2021 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

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    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no written employee health policy provided on the premises. Management instructed to provide a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Person in charge unable to provide procedure for employee to follow when responding to vomit and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide vomit kit with the necessari items. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed outer openings not protected from entrance door with an open one inch along bottom door. Must make door tigh fitting to pevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths stored on top of prep tables in taqueria prep area. Must properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice soops stored on top of ice machine must properly store ice scoops in a clean container to prevent contamination.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed styrofoam cups being used as scoops for salsa inside of the taqueria prep cooler. Management instructed to use scoops with handles placed above the top of the food.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cooking pork carnitas frying pots that are too large to wash rinse and sanitize in 3-compartment sink. Instructed to provide removed equipment. Must install larger sink to fully submerge or provide an approved alternative procedure. Priority foundation violation 7-38-025. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Additional water pressure needed at the hand washing sink in front butcher area rear kitchen food preparation area. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter abd unnecessary items throughout rear of facility. Must remove clutter and unnecessary items to prevent rodent harborage. Observed milk crates being used as a shelving in front displey produce cooler and rear of facility. Must remove and provide approved shelving that is 6inches off the floor and provide floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from 4/11/2019 inspection report#228300 #49 clean the interior of the taqueria prep cooler and chest freezers. #53 must provide a covered waste receptacle in the employee washroom. #55 repair the floor in the retail area and behind the counter with dips and openings. Scrape and repaint walls in the prep area behind the meat counter. Replace water stained ceiling tiles throughout premises. #57 observed a food handling employee without a food handler certificate. Must show proof of training for all food handling employees. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed facility operating without a city of chicago certificate/ certified food manager on site while tcs foods are being handled, prepared and served. Such as rice, beans soups etc. Instructed person in charge to operate with a city of chicago certified food manager at all times food is being handled, prepared and served. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

12. Feb 10, 2021 No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

13. Apr 22, 2019 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n) observed no written employee health policy provided on the premises. Management instructed to provide a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 observed no clean up procedure and supplies on the premises for vomit and diarrheal events. Management instructed to provide both. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.17 observed ready-to-eat, tcs foods held over 24 hours (salsas) not date marked to indicate the date in which the food must be consumed or discarded. Management instructed to date mark all ready-to-eat, tcs foods held more than 24 hours. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 clean the interior of the taqueria prep cooler and chest freezers.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 must provide a covered waste receptacle in the employee washroom.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Repair the floor in the retail area and behind the counter with dips and openings. Scrape and repaint walls in the prep area behind the meat counter. Replace water stained ceiling tiles throughout premises.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.14 clean the excessive grease from the ventilation hood and filters in the taqueria prep area.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed a food handling employee without a food handler certificate. Must show proof of training for all food handling employees.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

14. Apr 11, 2019 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical12 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no written employee health policy provided on the premises. Management instructed to provide a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no clean up procedure and supplies on the premises for vomit and diarrheal events. Management instructed to provide both. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ready-to-eat, tcs foods held over 24 hours (salsas) not date marked to indicate the date in which the food must be consumed or discarded. Management instructed to date mark all ready-to-eat, tcs foods held more than 24 hours. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

      Inspector’s note: Observed refried beans being cooled in large containers in the walk-in cooler. Management instructed to separate the food into smaller, shallow pans to facilitate the cooling process. Priority foundation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: Observed raw pork stored in the meat prep area outside of refrigeration to thaw. Management instructed to properly thaw all frozen foods.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the pest control log book not maintained. The last 2 pest control inspections inside of the log book were dated 3/20/18 and 8/16/18. Management instructed that the facility must be inspected at a minimum of twice a year by the pest control company. Management instructed to have a pest control inspection by a licensed pest control company. Priority foundation 7-38-020(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of pest activity on the premises. Observed approximately 50 mouse droppings on the floor of the retail display area along the walls, behind the washer and under food storage shelves, and in the rear food prep area behind the taqueria and rear storage area along the walls. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from the premises. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed styrofoam cups being used as scoops for salsa inside of the taqueria prep cooler. Management instructed to use scoops with handles placed above the top of the food.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Clean the interior of the taqueria prep cooler and chest freezers.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Repair the drain line water leak underneath the left compartment of the 3 compartment sink in the taqueria.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a covered waste receptacle in the employee washroom.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed one of the lids missing from the outside garbage dumpster. Management instructed to provide a tight fitting lid for the outside garbage dumpster. Priority foundation 7-38-020(b). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Repair the floor in the retail area and behind the counter with dips and openings. Repair the broken wall tiles in the prep area behind the meat counter. Scrape and repaint walls in the same area. Replace water stained ceiling tiles throughout premises.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Clean the floor in the food prep areas with food debris and grease.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Clean the excessive grease from the ventilation hood and filters in the taqueria prep area.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted on the premises. Management instructed to have a certified food manager present at all times while tcs foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

15. Jun 19, 2017 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    7 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO 3- COMP SINK AND SAW MACHINE IN MEAT PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLE,STEAM TABLE,ALL USED AND UNUSED COOLERS,SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLERS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS,WALK IN COOLERS AND UNDER DISPLAY UNITS ON SALES FLOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES WHERE NEEDED.MUST MAKE FLOOR SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND SALES FLOOR,CEILING IN POOR REPAIR IN CARNITA PREP AREA,MISSING WALL BASES IN TAQUERIA AND MEAT PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN ALL PREP AREAS,HOOD AND FILTERS

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.MUST REMOVE DRAINLINE FROM 3- COMP SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA.MUST PLACE COOKING EQUIPMENT COMPLETELY UNDER HOOD.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN

16. Jun 12, 2017 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical12 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperature of 2- door prep cooler at 50.3f with potentially hazardous foods stored inside. A held for inspection tag has been placed on unit. Once repaired fax letter to (312)746-4240 when ready.must have cold holding unit at 40.0f or below.(critical 7-38-005a)

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of potentially hazardous foods stored inside of above mentioned prep cooler such as .5lbs. Cut lettuce 50.0f,2lbs. Sliced tomatoes 45.3f,8lbs. Cooked chicken 48.5f,12lbs. Ground beef 52.8f.product was discarded by manager.must have cold holding foods at 40.0f or below.appx. 22.5lbs.$46.(critical 7-38-005a)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of appx. 75 or more rodent droppings scattered on rolling cart ledge of glass reach in cooler,on floor behind wash machine on sales floor,rear storage area on floor along wall bases,in rear area behind bikes,near hot water tank, on floor under shelving units in milk walk in cooler,on display shelves near (rice,sugar,cookies,lard,tortilla),produce display unit on sales floor,rear carnita prep area,water meter closet.also appx. 5- lives large and small flies in dessert display unit and rear storage area and 6- live ants on floor behind cooking equipment in rear prep area.also appx."3/4-1" gap along bottom of both front and rear doors.must remove droppings,clean and sanitize areas.rodent proof doors.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 6/12/17.(serious 7-38-020)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Must invert plastic wear with handles in upright position

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a splash guard at hand sink next to 3- comp sink and saw machine in meat prep area.must remove rust from grease trap at rear 3- comp sink and in meat dept.must remove foil from grill table.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean food debris from interior parts of ice machine,grill table,prep table,steam table,all used and unused coolers,shelving units in walk in coolers,pipes of cooking equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean food debri from floor under,around,along wall bases throughout prep areas,walk in coolers and under display units on sales floor.must repair or replace damaged floor tiles where needed.must make floor in taqueria smooth and easily cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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 throughout premises and sales floor,ceiling in poor repair in carnita prep area,missing wall bases in taqueria and meat prep area,missing wall outlet cover in meat prep area.must clean food debris from walls in all prep areas,hood and filters.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a light shield in rear dish washing area.must provide adequate lighting in milk walk in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace leaky pipe at hand sink in meat prep area.must provide a back flow device on mop sink.must remove drainline from 3- comp sink in meat prep area.must place cooking equipment completely under hood.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers for all coolers

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must elevate,remove and organize articles off of floor and away from walls in meter closet and rear area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Idph food handlers requirements are not met.must enroll and maintain.

17. Nov 9, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the front hot holding unit not clean, instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floor not clean in rear storage area, and back room, instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the wall behind the band saw not clean, instructed to clean.

18. May 6, 2016 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Observed many items pre-packaged for sale with out proper labels, instructed on proper labeling for dalsa, peppers,candy,etc.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk masa in grocery bags, not proper food grade container/baggie, instructed to provide proper food grade container or food grade baggies/ziploc.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 2 door cooler interior, grill area and grill drip tray not clean, instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the ceiling tiles thru-out water damaged, instructed to replace. Also clean all dusty ceiling vents, filters, and wall behind cooking area.

19. Apr 29, 2016 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    7 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated

      Inspector’s note: Observed the first hot water handle broken, not maintained at the rear 3 compartment sink, in butcher area. Instructed to repair. Serious violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Observed many items pre-packaged for sale with out proper labels, instructed on prpoer labeling for salsa, peppers,candy etc.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk masa in grocery bags, not proper food grade container/baggie, instructed to provide proper food grade container or food grade baggie/ziploc.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the 2 door cooler interior, grill area, and grill drip trays not clean, instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the ceiling tiles thru-out water damaged, instructed to replace. Also clean all dusty ceiling vents, filters,and wall behind cooking area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken light shield in rear cooking area, instructed to replace.also replace the light that's out in the rear produce cooler, reattach the light shield (same cooler).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed small propane tank in rear storage area, instructed to remove from building.

20. Aug 21, 2015 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical2 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Found exposed hand sink at front main preparation areas not maintained. Exposed hand sink clogged up making it not useable. Critical violation. 7-38-030.exposed hand sink unclogged during inspection by owner.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found exhaust hood not clean. Must degrease/clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Foodhandler not wearing hair restraint. Must provide.

21. Mar 6, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    7 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Found food items not properly dated in coolers, and reach in freezers, must properly date food items in coolers, and reach in freezers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), display cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of ice machine, prep table lower shelving not clean, need cleaning(detailed).Non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment in rear prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning, floors in walk in cooler, rear storage areas under shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in kitchen prep areas, rear storage areas, dining area, bathrooms, and sales floor areas, shall be replaced/repaired. Walls that hap peeling paint gaps in rear kitchen areas, rear storage areas, shall be repaired/sealed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Missing light shields in rear kitchen area, storage areas, shall be provided, missing light shields in display cooler, shall be provided.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Exhaus vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler, coolers not clean, need detailed cleaning. Exhaust fan in bathroom in state of disrepair(broken), shall be replaced/repaired.

22. Mar 12, 2013 Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

23. Mar 8, 2013 Fail

    License · Fail

    1 critical5 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Must provide exposed hand sink in rear cooking prep area, and remove mop sink to another location

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide splash guard at both exposed hand sink at prep areas, and seal raw wood shelving at produce area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must replace all stained ceiling tile in front area of store

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Must provide light shields on all lights rear area, provide shielded bulbs for hot holding unit, and provide light in rear storage area, light too dim

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a mop sink in rear storage area and remove from cooking prep area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove all unused equipment from premises