El Taconazo la Fiesta Inc.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed rear exterior door in hall with 1/4 inch gap at bottom side. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain the door tight-fitting.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-202.13 observed insect device installed by facility over food prep area. Instructed to remove and have licensed pest control service install insect control device in area away from food prep and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-202.15 observed can opener with buildup of food grime and rust. Instructed person in charge to clean or replace.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 observed torn gasket on single door of three door cooler in prep area. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain all gaskets in good repair.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-301.12 observed three compartment sinks not labeled, marking each compartment, wash-rinse-sanitize. Instructed person in charge to label sink compartments and maintain them.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed buildup of food grime on the interior of cold hold units in prep area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed damaged wallbase near walk-in cooler with severe damage. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed rear exterior door in hall with 1/4 inch gap at bottom side. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain door tight fitting.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed insect device installed by facility over food prep area. Instructed to remove and have licensed pest control service install insect control device in area away from food prep and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed can opener with build up of food grime and rust. Instructed person in charge to clean or replace.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed three compartment sinks not labeled marking each compartment, wash-rinse-sanitize. Instructed person in charge to label sink compartments and maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed build up of food grime on interior of cold hold units in prep area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed damaged wallbase near walk in cooler with sever damage. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations from report #2600400 dated: 8/20/24 not corrected as follows: #37-observed items out of the original containers without labels containing the product name. Instructed to label all foods and spices with common names that are out of the original containers. #47-observed torn gasket on prep coolers. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition. #53-observed no covered receptacle in employee washrooms. Instructed to provide covered receptacles in employee washrooms and maintain. #55-observed a heavy accumulation of dirt, dust, grease, food splatter, and food debris on the walls and floors, especially along the hot food service line under and around the cooking equipment and non-cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas. #56-observed dust on ceiling vent covers in all washrooms. Instructed to clean all ceiling vents and…

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

Inspector’s note: Observed items out of the original containers without labels containing the product name. Instructed to label all foods and spices with common name that are out of the original containers.

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in prep area and walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all food six inches off floor.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoops stored directly in ice bin when not being used. Instructed to store scoops in clean containers when not in use.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket on prep coolers. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

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.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in employee washrooms. Instructed to provide covered receptacles in employee washrooms and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Found cardboard being used on the floor throughout the kitchen. Instructed management to remove cardboard and provide flooring that is smooth and easily cleanable.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed a heavy accumulation of dirt, dust, grease, food splatter and food debris on the walls and floors especially along the hot food service line under and around the cooking equipment and non cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors along walls and corners in prep, utility and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed dust on ceiling vent covers in all washrooms. Instructed to clean all ceiling vents covers in washrooms and maintain. Observed dust and grease buildup on interior and filters of both hoods in kitchen. Instructed to clean interior and filters of both hoods in kitchen and maintain

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

Inspector’s note: Observed front prep cooler not maintaining proper temperature 51.2f. 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. Priority 7-38-005 citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed items out of the original containers without labels containing the product name. Instructed to label all foods and spices with common name that are out of the original containers.

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in prep area and walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all food six inches off floor.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoops stored directly in ice bin when not being used. Instructed to store scoops in clean containers when not in use.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket on prep coolers. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

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.

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.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in employee washrooms. Instructed to provide covered receptacles in employee washrooms and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Found cardboard being used on the floor throughout the kitchen. Instructed management to remove cardboard and provide flooring that is smooth and easily cleanable.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed a heavy accumulation of dirt, dust, grease, food splatter and food debris on the walls and floors especially along the hot food service line under and around the cooking equipment and non cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors along walls and corners in prep, utility and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed dust on ceiling vent covers in all washrooms. Instructed to clean all ceiling vents covers in washrooms and maintain. Observed dust and grease buildup on interior and filters of both hoods in kitchen. Instructed to clean interior and filters of both hoods in kitchen and maintain

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

Inspector’s note: 6-202.15: observed openings on both sides at base of rear exit door in kitchen. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: 3-307.11: observed fly strips hanging from ceiling in juice bar area. Instructed to remove all fly strips in facility to prevent contamination.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-903.11 (a;b;d): observed pots and pans in kitchen on shelving units not inverted. Instructed to invert all equipment during storage to prevent contamination.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-501.11: observed damaged gaskets on all three doors of refrigerator in kitchen. Instructed to repair or replace damaged gaskets on three doors of refrigerator.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-101.19: observed boxes in storeroom, pots in walkin cooler, and bins in small rear storage stored on floor. Instructed to provide adequate shelving to elevate all food and nonfood items at least six inches off of floor for ease of cleanability to prevent areas for pest harborage and for ease of clean ability.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed both faucets leaking at three compartment sink next to ice machine in kitchen. Instructed to repair leaking faucets on three compartment sink and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-501.19: observed no self closing device on washroom in small storage room and damaged self closing device on washroom next to kitchen. Instructed to install self closing device on washroom in small storage room and repair self closing device on washroom next to kitchen.

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

Inspector’s note: 5-501.17: observed no covered receptacle in employee washrooms. Instructed to provide covered receptacles in employee washrooms and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.11: observed stained, damaged or missing ceiling tiles throughout facility in areas such as utility sink room, kitchen and in washroom in kitchen. Instructed to replace all stained, damaged or missing ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain. Observed damaged wall next to emergency exit in storeoom. Instructed to smoothly repair hole and strip on edge of wall for ease of cleanability.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed dust on ceiling vent covers in all washrooms. Instructed to clean all ceiling vents covers in washrooms and maintain. Observed dust and grease buildup on interior and filters of both hoods in kitchen. Instructed to clean interior and filters of both hoods in kitchen and maintain

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

Inspector’s note: 6-202.15: observed openings on both sides at base of rear exit door in kitchen. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: 3-307.11: observed fly strips hanging from ceiling in juice bar area. Instructed to remove all fly strips in facility to prevent contamination.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-903.11 (a;b;d): observed pots and pans in kitchen on shelving units not inverted. Instructed to invert all equipment during storage to prevent contamination.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-501.11: observed damaged gaskets on all three doors of refrigerator in kitchen. Instructed to repair or replace damaged gaskets on three doors of refrigerator.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-101.19: observed boxes in storeroom, pots in walkin cooler, and bins in small rear storage stored on floor. Instructed to provide adequate shelving to elevate all food and nonfood items at least six inches off of floor for ease of cleanability to prevent areas for pest harborage and for ease of clean ability.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed both faucets leaking at three compartment sink next to ice machine in kitchen. Instructed to repair leaking faucets on three compartment sink and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-501.19: observed no self closing device on washroom in small storage room and damaged self closing device on washroom next to kitchen. Instructed to install self closing device on washroom in small storage room and repair self closing device on washroom next to kitchen.

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

Inspector’s note: 5-501.17: observed no covered receptacle in employee washrooms. Instructed to provide covered receptacles in employee washrooms and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.11: observed stained, damaged or missing ceiling tiles throughout facility in areas such as utility sink room, kitchen and in washroom in kitchen. Instructed to replace all stained, damaged or missing ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain. Observed damaged wall next to emergency exit in storeoom. Instructed to smoothly repair hole and strip on edge of wall for ease of cleanability.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed dust on ceiling vent covers in all washrooms. Instructed to clean all ceiling vents covers in washrooms and maintain. Observed dust and grease buildup on interior and filters of both hoods in kitchen. Instructed to clean interior and filters of both hoods in kitchen and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed openings on both sides at base of rear exit door in kitchen. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: Observed fly strips hanging from ceiling in juice bar area. Instructed to remove all fly strips in facility to prevent contamination.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed pots and pans in kitchen on shelving units not inverted. Instructed to invert all equipment during storage to prevent contamination.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed damaged gaskets on all three doors of refrigerator in kitchen. Instructed to repair or replace damaged gaskets on three doors of refrigerator.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed boxes in storeroom, pots in walkin cooler, and bins in small rear storage stored on floor. Instructed to provide adequate shelving to elevate all food and nonfood items at least six inches off of floor for ease of cleanability to prevent areas for pest harborage and for ease of clean ability.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed both faucets leaking at three compartment sink next to ice machine in kitchen. Instructed to repair leaking faucets on three compartment sink and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no self closing device on washroom in small storage room and damaged self closing device on washroom next to kitchen. Instructed to install self closing device on washroom in small storage room and repair self closing device on washroom next to kitchen.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in employee washrooms. Instructed to provide covered receptacles in employee washrooms and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed stained, damaged or missing ceiling tiles throughout facility in areas such as utility sink room, kitchen and in washroom in kitchen. Instructed to replace all stained, damaged or missing ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain. Observed damaged wall next to emergency exit in storeoom. Instructed to smoothly repair hole and strip on edge of wall for ease of cleanability.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed dust on ceiling vent covers in all washrooms. Instructed to clean all ceiling vents covers in washrooms and maintain. Observed dust and grease buildup on interior and filters of both hoods in kitchen. Instructed to clean interior and filters of both hoods in kitchen and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.11--observed mold like build up on ceiling tile above refrigeration by rear door at main prep area. Must replace ceiling tile.

Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

Inspector’s note: Observed meat sitting in bucket with water. Instructed to thaw under running water of 70.0f or below or thaw in adequate refrigeration of an ambient temperature 41.0f or below.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Observed no equipment thermometer in 2 door prep cooler next to main grill. Instructed to provide.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoops stored directly in ice bin when not being used. Instructed to store scoops in clean containers when not in use.

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

Inspector’s note: No chemical test kit on site. Instructed to provide on site at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed mold like build up on ceiling tile above refrigeration by rear door at main prep area. Must replace ceiling tile.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from 3/25/2022, report #2553481. #37- observed bulk food containers on premises without a label (sugar, salt, seasonings, etc.). Instructed to provide the common name on bulk containers to properly identify food item. #53- observed no covered waste receptacles in the womens washroom and employee washroom. Must provide covered waste receptacles in all women's and unisex washrooms. #58- found expired allergen training on site for city of chicago food manager. Instructed management that all city of chicago food managers must complete allergen training and keep certificate on site. Instructed to correct all violations. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed bulk food containers on premises without a label (sugar, salt, etc.). Instructed to provide the common name on bulk containers to properly identify food item.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Found bowls and other types of containers without handles inside containers of food, being used to scoop foods. Instructed management to use a scoop with a handle, and that the handle must be stored above the top of the food.

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

Inspector’s note: Instructed to repair the interior door panel of the prep cooler located next to the fryer.

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

Inspector’s note: Found pork rinds being stored inside garbage bags. Instructed management to properly store all food items inside approved food grade containers.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacles in the womens washroom and employee washroom. Must provide covered waste receptacles in all women's and unisex washrooms.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Found cardboard being used on the floor throughout the kitchen. Instructed management to remove cardboard and provide flooring that is smooth and easily cleanable.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Must provide a working ventilation fan in the employee's unisex washroom.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed bulk food containers on premises without a label (sugar, salt, etc.). Instructed to provide the common name on bulk containers to properly identify food item.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Found bowls and other types of containers without handles inside containers of food, being used to scoop foods. Instructed management to use a scoop with a handle, and that the handle must be stored above the top of the food.

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

Inspector’s note: Instructed to repair the interior door panel of the prep cooler located next to the fryer.

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

Inspector’s note: Found pork rinds being stored inside garbage bags. Instructed management to properly store all food items inside approved food grade containers.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacles in the womens washroom and employee washroom. Must provide covered waste receptacles in all women's and unisex washrooms.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Found cardboard being used on the floor throughout the kitchen. Instructed management to remove cardboard and provide flooring that is smooth and easily cleanable.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Must provide a working ventilation fan in the employee's unisex washroom.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from 1/19/2021 report #2472854 not corrected: violation #10 (6-301.14) observed no hand washing signage at any of the exposed hand sinks or washbowl sinks throughout facility. Instructed to provide. Violation #47 (4-501.11) observed torn gasket on prep cooler located next to fryers. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition. Violation #55 (6-501.11) observed missing ceiling panel above 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain. Must correct previous core violations. Priority foundation 7-42-090. Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed slices of cake for sale with no labels. Instructed to add all necessary trace back information including ingredients, address, business name, and phone number on all cake containers.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed all cutting boards throughout prep areas covered in deep grooves and dark stains. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket on prep cooler located next to fryers. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed missing ceiling panel above 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed missing lock on stall in men's customer toilet room. Instructed to repair and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed slices of cake for sale with no labels. Instructed to add all necessary trace back information including ingredients, address, business name, and phone number on all cake containers.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed all cutting boards throughout prep areas covered in deep grooves and dark stains. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket on prep cooler located next to fryers. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed missing ceiling panel above 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed missing lock on stall in men's customer toilet room. Instructed to repair and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed build up of grease and grime on hood above fryers and flat top grill. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of dust on vent located inside rear employee toilet room. Instructed to clean and maintain.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Observed repeat core violation from report #2304951 dated 8/20/2019 not corrected: " observed no covered waste receptacles in the women's washroom and employee washrooms. Must provide covered waste receptacles in all women's washrooms." instructed to provide and come into compliance. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. No citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed the walk-in cooler with an air temperature of 49.3f. The cooler was used to store tcs foods such as meats and cheese. Management instructed to repair and maintain the cooler below 41f. Priority 7-38-005. Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed single-use and multi-use utensils and food equipment stored in the employee washroom with the water heater in it. Management instructed to store all single-use and multi-use utensils and equipment in the proper area.

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

Inspector’s note: Replace the torn door gaskets inside of the prep cooler doors.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Detail clean the interior of the deep fryer, 3 door prep cooler and wire storage racks with food debris and grease on them.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacles in the women's washroom and employee washrooms. Must provide covered waste receptacles in all women's washrooms.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no self-closing door devices on the employee washroom doors. Must install for both doors.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Scrape and repaint the chipped paint on the wall above the 3 compartment sink.

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 pest activity on premise at time of inspection. Observed aprox 30 mouse droppings throughout the non-food dry storage area and aprox 50 mouse droppings throughout the dry food storage area. Must remove all droppings, clean, sanitize and maintain area. Recommended to contact pest control provider for further service. Serious violation# 7-38-020

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

Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood shelving unit in the dry food storage area. Must provide a non-porous, smooth, easily cleanable, surface for food contact surfaces.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no working ventilation in women's toilet room. Must provide.

Linen: clean and soiled properly stored

Inspector’s note: Observed soiled linens being stored in a large pile on floor in non-food dry storage area. Must remove and properly store all linens.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed excess clutter on floor and shelves in non-food dry storage area. Must remove all unnecessary articles, organize, and maintain area.

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

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

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

Inspector’s note: Must remove foil from surfaces in prep areas..must repair or replace worn door gasket on 3- door reach in cooler.must remove rust from lower shelf of steam table and prep table.

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

Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debri from reach in coolers,prep coolers,fryer cabinets,grill tables.

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

Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debri from floor under,around,along wall bases throughout.

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 in toilet rooms,prep /dish washing area.must clean grease and food debri from filters and hood.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide a shatter proof bulb at lamp under ventilation hood.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers for all cold holding units and walk in cooler.

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 mop sink closet

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Must provide hooks for mops and brooms in mop sink area.must store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed one missing vent at the south cooking area hood, instructed to provide. Observed masa/and rice in grocery bag, instructed to provide proper food grade container, baggie etc.

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 rear prep area/some tiles have a black substance comming thru the tile, instructed to replace. Also observed a black substance on the wall behind the 3 compartment sink, instructed to clean, remove and re-caulk.also clean ceiling hood's.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood storage shelves in front prep area, instructed to seal.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow prevention device for hose connection, use of water hose prohibited in the absence of an air gap.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed construction clutter, instructed to organize, and remove all items not being used.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no grease trap at the front juice bar, instructed to install.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed the restrooms missing toilet seats, 1 mens,and 2 ladies, instructed to provide. Observed raw wood storage shelves front prep area, instructed to seal/paint.observed missing fan guard covers in the walk-in cooler, instructed to provide.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling tiles not installed, instructed to install all ceiling tiles

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow prevention device for hose connection, use of water hose prohibited in the absence of an air gap.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed construction clutter, instructed to organize, and remove all items not being used.