La Michoacana Premium

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Jan 13, 2026 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   1 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed beige moldlike substance on interior upper and lower components of ice machine. Instructed to destroy ice, clean and sanitize interior of ice macahine to prevent contamination of ice.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed opening at base of right door and in middle at base of front entrance double outer doors. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed unwrapped single use forks and spoons stored in containers throughout front prep area not inverted or covered. Instructed to invert or cover unwrapped single use utensils stored in containers throughout front prep area to prevent contamination until used.

     Official wording (code 45)

     Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed containers stored on floor or stored on milk crates in walk in cooler. Instructed to provide adequate shelving to elevate all food and non food items at least six inches off of floor for ease of cleanability.

     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: Observed no quaternary ammonium test kit on premises. Instructed to provide a test kit that accurately measures the concentration in mg/l of quaternary ammonium sanitizing solution. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 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 slow draining handwashing sink in rear prep area closest to entrance door of rear prep area. Instructed to repair handwashing washing sink for proper drainage at handwashing sink and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: No allergen awareness training certificate provided for one employee with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate. Instructed to provide proof of allergen training for all employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

2. Apr 3, 2025 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

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   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed build up of residue on interior door of ice machine. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed film on bottom of prep table located in counter prep area where jugs of juice are stored. Instructed person in charge to remove film and maintain surface smooth and easily cleanable.

     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 red cutting boards in rear prep area with deep dark marking. Instructed person in charge to replace and maintain cutting surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

3. Jun 3, 2024 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

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   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed small leak at neck of faucet at 1-compartment sink in front prep area. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

4. Aug 31, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

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   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Unable to locate backflow prevention device on ice machine. Instd to be able to locate or install same and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Deep fryer on site without ventilation. Instd to provide proper ventilation or remove.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Expired allergen training certification. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

5. Jul 13, 2022 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a certified food managers certificate.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no signed employees health policies.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-010)(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 policy procedure and items for vomiting and diarrhea. Must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed faucet at handwash sink in customer toilet room, unable to provide a flow of water for at least 15 seconds without constant pressure of hand on faucet.must repair or replace.

     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 original package.

     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 an appx. "1/2" gap along bottom of double outter doors.must make doors tight fitting.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Must store in a clean container.

     Official wording (code 43)

     In-use utensils: properly stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed rear reach in 2- door freezer door in poor repair.must repair or replace.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up from interior panel of ice machine.

     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 garbage can with lid in staff unisex toilet room.must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (corn,ham,cut watermelon,etc)must be on site at all times. (priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

6. Jul 21, 2021 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

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   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: FAUCET AT HANDWASH SINK IN CUSTOMER TOILET ROOM, UNABLE TO PROVIDE A FLOW OF WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS WITHOUT CONSTANT PRESSURE OF HAND ON FAUCET. A self-closing, slow-closing, or metering faucet shall provide a flow of water for at least 15 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet.

     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: Dry storage containers not labeled with common name. Instd to label and maintain

     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: Stock stored on floor in walk in freezer. Instd to elevate 6 inches

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

7. Dec 16, 2020 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

8. Nov 19, 2020 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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   • CriticalFood source

     Food came from an unapproved source.

     Inspector’s note: Unknown source/no invoice of unsealed improperly labeled paletas on site. Instd to provide invoice, approved source (business name, address and documentation that source is approved from state to wholesale). Citation issued 7-38-005(a) priority. Held for inspection tag on paletas

     Official wording (code 11)

     Food obtained from approved source

9. Sep 18, 2019 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed the procedures for cleaning up vomit and diarrhea, and a kit but missing some necessary items, and a disinfectant rated for norovirus. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed water damaged ceiling tiles in both restrooms, instructed to replace.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Observed non compliance on violation # 58 no allergen training, from report # 2243848 dated 12/26/2018, correct by date mar.26,2019. Priority foundation 7-42-090, citation issued.

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a male employee without food handler training, instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: See violation # 60.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

10. Dec 26, 2018 Conditional

    License · Pass w/ Conditions

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    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No employee health policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violatio 7-38-010.

      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: No vomit and diarrhea clean up procedure in place. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: backflow prevention device not located on utility sink. Must provide access to backflow prevention device.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training. Must provide proof of allergen training for all Chicago certified food sanitation managers.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

11. Dec 20, 2018 Not Ready

    License · Not Ready

    No violations