Burrito House

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Jun 4, 2025 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   5 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed the shelves in the walk in cooler to be made of unfinished wooden pieces at time of inspection. Instructed manager to paint or seal to provide a smooth, easily cleanable, and non absorbent surface.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the one door white standing freezer at rear of facility to be covered with heavy ice build up on all shelves on inside. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain free of excessive ice build up.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the mop sink in the rear storage area to be heavily soiled and full of debris and black build up. Instructed manager to detail clean inside and around the mop sink and maintain free of heavy build up.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed lights in the basement dry storage area to be uncovered/not protected at time of inspection. Instructed manager to provide appropriate protective shielding for all light bulbs in basement storage areas.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed employee personal items stored on boxes in the southern storage area located next to the office. Instructed manager to provide a designated area for employees to store personal items, and ensure all items are stored in the area.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training for any certified food managers on site at time of inspection. Instructed manager to complete and maintain allergen training for all city of chicago certified food managers.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

2. Jul 9, 2024 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 critical6 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing sign available at small white handsink located next to cashier/register area. Instructed manager to provide handwashing sign at hand sink.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed boxes of food and canned goods stored on the floor in the rear storage area near the office, in the basement dry goods storage area, and in the walk in freezer. Instructed manager to elevate and store all items at least 6 inches from floor.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFood handling

     In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed scoops used in main preparation area dry storage bins and basement to be stored with handles in contact with contents of food storage bins (rice and beans). Instructed manager to store all scoops with handles not in contact with contents of containers.

     Official wording (code 43)

     In-use utensils: properly stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the interior of small mini fridge at the end of the prep line to have significant ice build up on interior of freezer. Instructed manager to de-ice and maintain mini fridge free of ice build up on shelves.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in the basement employee bathroom. Instructed to provide waste receptacle with cover.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed mops stored leaned on the floor in the rear preparation area and in the mop sink area. Instructed manager to store mops to allow for drying in between use.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed debris and excessive dust build up below storage racks next to office in rear. Instructed manager to clean and maintain area free of debris and dust build up.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

3. Oct 13, 2023 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

4. Oct 5, 2023 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   1 critical7 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Tcs food at improper temperature: diced tomatoes at temp of 48.7f to 50f; sour cream at temp of 45.7f; shredded cheese at temp of 47.7 to 53.6f; shredded lettuce at temp of57.1f; pica de gallo at temp 47.3f, guacamole at temp of 51.3f; cooked chicken at temp of 47.9f to 48.9f; guacamole at temp of 51.3f; refried beans at temp of 45.9f to 47.7f.food mentioned was stored inside two different cooler units: prep cooler and walk-in cooler. All food was discarded by the manager and employees. Cold food must maintain temp of 41f and below. Pounds 40lb, value $80. Priority violation:7-38-005, citation issued

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: The broken stem thermometer provided on site was not able to check food temperature, instructed to provide a new thermometer. Priority foundation violation:7-38-005,citation issued

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: All wiping cloths in all prep areas must be held in a container with a sanitizing solution between use.

     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: Condenser unit inside the walk-in cooler in the prep area with ice build-up.repair issue.

     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: Must provide proper sink stoppers for the three-compartment sink.replace broken stoppers

     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: Must not use milk crates as a means of elevation for stored items.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Clean interior of deep fry unit.remove grease and maintain

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: The faucet at the handwashing sink by the three-compartment sink is corroded, replace.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Additional food handler training certificate is required on site, instructed to provide

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Replace expired allergen training certificates. Instructed to provide for all certified food service managers

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

5. May 3, 2022 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   5 general Show violations

   • 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 walk-in freezer stored inside grocery bags. Instructed properly to 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

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Noted leaking at the bottom pipe of the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted washrooms on-premise with garbage receptacles and no lids. Instructed to provide trash cans with lids at all women's washrooms and unisex washrooms.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Noted cracks on the floor at the first and basement floors. Instructed to repair and maintain. Instructed clean floors along wall base and underneath equipment with dirt and food particles.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Noted heavy dirt and grease accumulation inside, on pipes/conduits, and edges of the exhaust hood and filters above cooking equipment. Instructed to detail clean and maintain hood, filters, and pipes/conduits.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

6. Dec 9, 2020 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 critical5 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted no hand washing signage at the hand wash sinks. Instructed to post signs

     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: Noted assorted food items inside refrigeration units not properly labeled. Instructed to properly label all food items with product name including bulk food containers

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted no splash guard between exposed hand sink and drainboard of 3 compartment sink at the dish washing area. Must install a washable splash guard.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted torn rubber gasket at door of walk in cooler held together with a tape. Instructed to repair and maintain and/or replace gasket

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted wash rooms on premise with garbage receptacles and no lids. Instructed to provide trash cans with lids at all women wash rooms and unisex wash rooms.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Noted clutter at the basement dry storage area (room with chairs). Instructed to clean, organize and/or remove all unnecessary articles to prevent hiding places for pest.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

7. Feb 26, 2019 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   3 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted no employee health policy on site at the time of inspection following the new code and guidelines. Instructed to have verification of policy for each employee one on site at all times. Priority foundation #7-38-010. No citation issued today.

     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: Management unable to provide a procedure for cleaning up vomiting and diarrhea.instructed to have one including the chemicals and supplies needed. 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: Noted temperature controlled for safety food items inside walk in cooler and refrigeration units not properly labeled. Instructed to properly label all ready to eat food items with product name and used by date. Priority foundation #7-38-005(a). No citation issued today

     Official wording (code 23)

     Proper date marking and disposition

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted ice build up inside the walk in cooler on the floor and shelves. Instructed to repair and maintain the condensation units. -

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Noted certified food managers on duty with no allergen training certification. Instructed management that all food service managers are required to have the allergen training certification.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

8. Sep 12, 2017 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   4 general Show violations

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Found floors not clean at basement storage. Must clean and sanitize.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Found walls and ceiling not clean inside walk in cooler. Must clean and sanitize.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Found no backflow prevention device at ice machine waterline.must install backflow prevention device at ice machine waterline.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

     Food handler requirements met

     Inspector’s note: Foodhandlers at premises with no foodhandler training certificates. Must provide.

9. Nov 4, 2016 Pass

   License · Pass

   6 general Show violations

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Dirty table top can opener must be cleaned after each use.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Some missing floor tiles under the kitchen prep table. Must replace.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Missing plaster wall and tiles at the mop sink. Must replace/seal.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Leak at the nozzle on the three compartment sink. Must repair.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Piled, unused wood on the rear patio must be removed to prevent rodent harboring.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

     Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

     Inspector’s note: Wiping cloths have to be held in a container with a sanitizing solution.