La Michoacana Los Primos
3252 W 55th St, Chicago, IL 60632
Restaurant ZIP 60632 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Aug 17, 2026
La Michoacana Los Primos was last inspected on August 17, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
August 17, 2026 · Complaint Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
1 paperwork-
PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: at time of inspection facility provided no allergen awareness training certificate for one employee with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate. Instructed to provide proof of allergen awareness training for all employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
Inspection history
16 inspections on record
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed cold tcs foods, held at improper temperatures ranging between 47.4-91.9f. Observed cold tcs foods, pico de gallo (53.8-55.2f), cheese(53.9-82.6f), shredded cabbage(51.9-59.9f), mayo(91.9f), sour cream(54.3f), pork(55.6f), yogurt(47.4-59.9f), cantaloupe chunks(63.5f),watermelon chunks(64.8f), spinach(54.7f) and jello containing milk(49.9-50.2f) held at improper temperature. Instructed all cold tcs food must be held at 41f or below. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured food valued at $390 weighing 200lbs priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed three cold holding units at improper ambient temperature. Observed glass two door refrigerator at improper ambient temperature of 47.4f.observed small two door cold holding unit at improper ambient temperature of 51.8f. Observed small three door cold holding unit at improper ambient temperature of 59.9f.instructed all cold holding units must be maintained at 41f or below. Corrected on site held for inspection tags placed on glass two door refrigerator, small two door cold holding unit and small three door cold holding unit. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed peppers stored in grocery bag in cold holding unit. Instructed to provide food grade storage bags.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates used to elevate boxes in rear storage area. Instructed to eliminate usage of milk crates for elevation, instructed to provide adequate shelving units to elevate all food and non food items at least six inches off of floor.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed door of ice machine held closed with spoon. Instructed to repair door of ice machine so that it shall remain closed properly.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed door of all gender washroom to not be self closing. Instructed to install self closing device on all gender washroom door so that it shall be tight fitting and self closing.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: At time of inspection facility provided expired proof of food handler training for two food handlers. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: At time of inspection facility provided no allergen awareness training certificate for one employee with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate. Instructed to provide proof of allergen awareness training for all employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed slight residue on interior of ice machine door. Instructed person in charget to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed toilet room door self closing device to be damaged. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed vent in restroom covered in dust. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge of sanitation manager training at the time of inspection.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid city of chicago foodservice sanitation certificate on site at the time of inspection. Instructed person in charge that certified manager, as well as valid original certificate, must be on site at all times, tcs foods are being prepared or served (sliced tomatoes, corn). Priority foundation #7-38-012. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed female employee washing multi use utensils with only soap and water in prep sink, rinsing off and placing on shelf to dry. 3-compartment sink not set up nor any sanitizer used. Instd on proper set up of 3-compartment sink to properly wash, rinse, and sanitize of all multi use equipment. Multi use equipment was properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized after instructed. Citation issued 7-38-025 priority
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Ice scoop and dry storage scoops improperly stored with handle in ice and food product. Instd to store with handle above and maintain
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Misssing allergen training for city of chicago certified manager. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Found no handwashing sign in restroom. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Found coolers missing thermometers inside. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Found food in unoriginal containers without a label (sprinkles etc). Instructed to label containers when food is not in original container, maintain.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Found frozen meat stored in plastic grocery bags. Instructed to use food grade storage bags or containers, maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Found no covered receptacle in unisex restroom. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found milk crates used as shelving near dish area. Instructed to remove and provide adequate shelving for ease of cleaning, maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Found expired food handlers certificates for employees. Instructed to provide training and maintain current verification on site at all times.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical5 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Found no handwashing sign in restroom. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Found no consumer advisory disclosure or reminder on menu for undercooked burgers. Instructed to provide both disclosure and reminder on menu, maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Found coolers missing thermometers inside. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Found food in unoriginal containers without a label (sprinkles etc). Instructed to label containers when food is not in original container, maintain.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Found frozen meat stored in plastic grocery bags. Instructed to use food grade storage bags or containers, maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Found no covered receptacle in unisex restroom. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found milk crates used as shelving near dish area. Instructed to remove and provide adequate shelving for ease of cleaning, maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Found expired food handlers certificates for employees. Instructed to provide training and maintain current verification on site at all times.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Found no allergen training for manager. Instructed to obtain and maintain verification on site.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
4 critical1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Person in charge without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain and maintain on site.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No handwash cleanser at handwash sink in rear prep area. Instd to provide and maintain. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority foundation
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Rear handwash sink not accessible, blocked with garbage can. Instd to have accessible at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). See above for violation issued
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No hand drying provision (ex. Paper towels) at handwash sink in front prep area. Instd to provide and maintain at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). See above for violations issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on duty while handling tcs foods (soup, ham, etc). Instd to have on duty at all times. Citation issued priority foundation 7-38-012
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed vomit and diarrhea policy on site, kit incomplete. Instructed must provide all equipment outlined in posted policy. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.
Inspector’s note: Observed employee eating meal in rear prep area. Instructed must eat all employee meals outside of prep areas. Operator left prep area during inspection to continue meal. Discussed good hygienic practices with manager.
Official wording (code 6)
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
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Conditional
Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n) no employee health policy in place. Instd to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-010.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 no procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events. Instd to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: 3.501.17(a) variety of foods not properly labeled, dated (cooked shrimp, tamales, etc) food prepared/opened and held for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the day or date by which food shall be sold or discarded for a maximum of 7 days. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-302.12(a) no food temperature measuring device. Instd to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: 3-602.11a, b (1-7). Paletas not labeled. Instd to properly label as required by law including 21 cfr 101- food labeling and 9 cfr317 labeling, marking devices, and containers
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n) no employee health policy in place. Instd to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 no procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events. Instd to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: 3.501.17(a) variety of foods not properly labeled, dated (cooked shrimp, tamales, etc) food prepared/opened and held for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the day or date by which food shall be sold or discarded for a maximum of 7 days. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-302.12(a) no food temperature measuring device. Instd to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: 3-602.11a, b (1-7). Paletas not labeled. Instd to properly label as required by law including 21 cfr 101- food labeling and 9 cfr317 labeling, marking devices, and containers
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-101.19 cracked glass on display door for beverage cooler. Instd to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367 no allergen training as required. Instd to obtain and provide verification for all city of chicago certified managers.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood storage shelf under rear produce storage area, instructed to seal.also bulk container not labeled, instructed to label(sugar).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed water damaged ceiling tiles in restroom, instructed to replace. Also clean restroom light shields.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Remove the cardboard used to line the bottom shelf of the prep tables.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed a small tabletop deep fryer in the food prep area. Must remove or use under a ventilation hood.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: All food handling employees must wear hair restraints. Must provide.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: All food handling employees must show proof of food handler training. Must provide.
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Pass
License · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Light shields not clean. Observed debris, instructed to clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Instructed mgr to provided long stem thermometer.
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