Pass

Paleteria y Neveria la Michoacana Fresa

5958 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60629

Restaurant ZIP 60629 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Jun 1, 2026

Paleteria y Neveria la Michoacana Fresa was last inspected on June 1, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.

Latest inspection

June 1, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

1 general
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed floor tile in front prep area to be cracked. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain surface smooth and easily cleanable.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

6 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing signage at the hand washing sink in the employee washroom. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) observed no ambient air thermometers inside of coolers in prep area and display coolers. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 3-304.12 observed improper storage of knives and scissors in the food prep area. Instructed to store properly.

      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: 4-101.19 observed milk crates being used as shelving in rear of facility near the freezer unit. Instructed to remove and provide shelving that is 6" from the floor.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 observed lightbulbs out in the employee washroom. Instructed to replace.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed food handlers training certificates not posted. Instructed to provide and post.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed certified food service manager on duty with no food allergen training certificate. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  2. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical6 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

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

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no ambient air thermometers inside of coolers in prep area and display coolers. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed pest control log book with no current reports for 2025. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper storage of wiping cloths in the front food prep area. Instructed to stroe properly.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper storage of knives and scissors in the food prep area. Instructed to store properly.

      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 milk crates being used as shelving in rear of facility near the freezer unit. Instructed to remove and provide shelving that is 6" from the floor.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed lightbulbs out in the employee washroom. Instructed to replace.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers training certificates not posted. Instructed to provide and post.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed certified food service manager on duty with no food allergen training certificate. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing handwash signage at handwash sink in front prep area. Instd to provide signage and maintain

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Condiment/toppings not labeled with common name. Instructed to label with common name and maintain

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing cover for receptacle in toilet room. Instd to provide cover and maintain

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Missing food handler training for food handlers. Instd to obtain training for all employees and maintain verification on site

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  4. Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  5. Fail

    License · Fail

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: The equipment used to make the paletas not on site. Instructed to have all equipment on site for inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 5 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.