El Milagro

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

Inspector’s note: Observed bulk containers not labeled in east prep area. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in rear walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed tong handle laying inside shredded lettuce in front prep cooler. Instructed manager to store handle above food to prevent contamination.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles not inverted in front serving area. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protecet from contamination.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed loose door gasket on cooler in retail area. Instructed manager to repair/replace door gasket on cooler.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed floor drain clogged near ice machines in rear prep area and leaking drainpipe under 3-compartment sink in east prep area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed unused crates stored outside. Instructed manager to remove all crates outside to prevent pest harborage.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floor in rear mechanical room. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed 3-compartment sink piping leaking onto floor in rear prep/dish connected to grocery store. Instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed broken floor tiles in the rear prep/dishwashing area (where pots are hung to dry). Instructed to remove pooling water, replace tiles, and maintain a smooth and easily clean floor.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: 6-303.11 observed inadequate lighting inside walk-in cooler rear prep. Must provide shield for light bulb and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed evidence of pest activity on the premises during the time of inspection. Noted aproximately 125 small rodent droppings in the following places..., rear dock area on rolling carts storing unused equipment, on palletes containing beans/rice and tamale corn husk, in rear tamale prep under heavy equipment and along the wall near 3 compartment sink, 2nd floor dry storage/employee space alongside rack #4 in corners near both exit doors, scattered on floor in between storage racks 8/9/10 and in between 10/11, on floor underneath electric boxes, first floor prep in corner near tortilla grill, and inside milagro grocery store scattered along walls in corners. Instructed to remove droppings, clean and sanitize affected areas, and contact pest control for service. Must eliminate activity. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed 3-compartment sink piping leaking onto floor in rear prep/dish connected to grocery store. Instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed broken floor tiles in the rear prep/dishwashing area (where pots are hung to dry). Instructed to remove pooling water, replace tiles, and maintain a smooth and easily clean floor.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: 6-303.11 observed inadequate lighting inside walk-in cooler rear prep. Must provide shield for light bulb and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of pest activity on the premise during the time of inspection. Noted aproximately 125 small rodent droppings in the following places..., rear dock area on rolling carts storing unused equipment, on palletes containing beans/rice and tamale corn husk, in rear tamale prep under heavy equipment and along the wall near 3 compartment sink, 2nd floor dry storage/employee space alongside rack #4 in corners near both exit doors, scattered on floor in between storage racks 8/9/10 and in between 10/11, on floor underneath electric boxes, first floor prep in corner near tortilla grill, and inside milagro grocery store scattered along walls in corners. Instructed to remove droppings, clean and sanitize affected areas and contact pest control for service. Must eliminate activity. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed 3-compartment sink piping leaking onto floor in rear prep/dish connected to grocery store. Instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed broken floor tiles in the rear prep/dishwashing area (where pots are hung to dry). Instructed to remove pooling water, replace tiles, and maintain a smooth and easily cleanable floor.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed inadequate lighting inside walk-in cooler rear prep. Must provide shield for light bulb and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed electric fly trap hanging directly above three compartment sink in prep area. Instructed to relocate existing fly trap devices away from food prep/dish washing area.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: No themometers provided inside cold holding units such as walk-in coolers. Facility must provide thermometers inside all cold and hot holding units on the premises.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed stick fly strip hanging on ceiling in food preparation area. Facility must remove.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed soiled/greased vent above dish area. Facility must clean and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed excessive cardboard and boxes stored on floor in upstairs storage/employee space. Instructed to elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent pest harborage.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed bulk containers of flour and hot peppers with no common name. Instructed to provide common name of food product.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed a leak in the faucet at the 3 compartment sink in rear kitchen area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 4-501.11(B) MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON HOT HOLDING CABINET IN FRONT PREP AREA

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 4-101.19 MUST REMOVE RUST FROM ALL WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 6-201.13 MUST GROUT FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR 2- COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASES IN DINING AREA,FRONT PREP AREA AND 1ST FL.STAFF WOMEN'S TOILETROOM,DAMAGED BRICK WALL NEAR TORTILLA GRILL.BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR IN REAR TAMALES AREA UNDER EQUIPMENT,LOOSE WALL TRIM IN DISH WASHING AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-301.11 observed improper temperature of 3- door prep cooler at 52.2f in front main prep area with tcs foods stored inside and a 2- door prep cooler in middle walk way area at 60.0f.a held for inspection tag placed on unit.once repaired fax letter to (312)746-4240 when ready.must have cold holding unit at 41.0f or below.(priority 7-38-005)

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

Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed evidence of appx.20 or more live small and large flies flying around and on ceilings throughout premises.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 9/7/18.(priority- foundation 7-38-020a)

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

Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed an appx."1/2-3/4" gap along bottom of front door,must make door tight fitting.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-101.19 must remove rust from all walk in cooler shelving units,foil from lower shelf of grill table and over head shelf at 3- compartment sink in walk way area.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-501.11(b) must repair or replace worn door gasket on hot holding cabinet in front prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-302.14 observed no chemical test kit to check sanitizing solution ppm.must provide and maintain.(priority -foundation 7-38-005)

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-601.11 (c)must clean grease and food debris build up from legs of large equipment,interior panel of ice machine,fanguard covers in walk in coolers,light shields.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 must repair or replace leaky pipe at 2- compartment sink.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 must clean food debris build up from walls in prep areas,must remove water from floor in rear tamales prep area and hot water tank area.must clean food debris build up from floor drains

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.13 must grout floor in rear prep area near 2- compartment sink.must repair or replace missing wall bases in dining area,front prep area and 1st fl.staff women's toiletroom,damaged brick wall near tortilla grill.broken concrete floor in rear tamales area under equipment,exposed insulation upper wall in same area,loose wall trim behind cooking equipment in main prep area and along wall at entry door.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 must replace burntout lights and damaged light shields in main prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Reach in cooler in front serving area has a crack inside far right door. Instructed to repair or replace.

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

Inspector’s note: 3 compartment sink in tamale room has leks at faucet. Instructed to repair.

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

Inspector’s note: Large cutting boards in the kitchen prep area in need of replacing. Worn discolored with deep cuts. Must replace

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

Inspector’s note: Hood ventilation unit in need of cleaning to remove grease build up. Must clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Floor under cooking equipment in main kitchen area in need of repair. Must be smooth and easily cleanable. Floors in the 2nd floor storage area in need of cleaning under all shelves. Correct and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Main kitchen prep area, both faucets on 3 comartment sink are leaking, p-trap at bottom of 3 compartment sink is leaking. Must correct and maintain

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector’s note: All single-service utensils(forks, spoons, knives) must be properly stored inverted(handles up or out) in storage containers.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean the can opener and holster, and the sides of the cooking equipment in main hot food kitchen prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Large crack in floor tile noticed near rear exit door, must repair. Must detail clean floors along the bases of the walls in 2nd floor storage area, and in small storage area on first floor where large bags of salt are stored.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean debris, dirt, and dust build-up from all light shields throughout where present. Clean dust build-up from all ceiling and exhaust vents throughout where present.

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

Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shields in retail food prep/service area where ground tortilla mixture ids bagged up and sold.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair leaky faucets at 3 comartment sink in front hot food prep area, and at 2 compartment sink in hot food kitchen prep area.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Provide long stem metal thermometers for all cooks in all food prep areas.

Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector’s note: Eliminate clutter in small rear storage area where large bags of salt are stored and in 2nd floor storae area. All stored articles must be elevated 6 inches off the floors.

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector’s note: Improper pest control noted on premises. 30 mice droppings observed on floor in 2nd floor store room on east and west walls near cluttered areas. Must remove all clutter from this area, properly store all articles 6 inches off the floors, clean and sanitize all affected areas, and seal up any openings found in floors ,walls, and ceilings. Serious violation 7-38-020.

Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

Inspector’s note: Improper handling of garbage noted in rear outside garbage area. 3 out of the 4 dumpsters in this area were overflowing with trash above the rims of the receptacles. All lids must be kept closed. Serious violation 7-38-020.

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector’s note: All single-service utensils(forks, spoons, knives) must be properly stored inverted(handles up or out) in storage containers.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean the can opener and holster, and the sides of the cooking equipment in main hot food kitchen prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Large crack in floor tile noticed near rear exit door, must repair. Must detail clean floors along the bases of the walls in 2nd floor storage area, and in small storage area on first floor where large bags of salt are stored.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean debris, dirt, and dust build-up from all light shields throughout where present. Clean dust build-up from all ceiling and exhaust vents throughout where present.

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

Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shields in retail food prep/service area where ground tortilla mixture ids bagged up and sold.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair leaky faucets at 3 comartment sink in front hot food prep area, and at 2 compartment sink in hot food kitchen prep area.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Provide long stem metal thermometers for all cooks in all food prep areas.

Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector’s note: Eliminate clutter in small rear storage area where large bags of salt are stored and in 2nd floor storae area. All stored articles must be elevated 6 inches off the floors.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed minor grease build up on the grill located at the front service prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed low pressure on the hot water of the washbowl located in the womens handicap bathroom. Instructed to repair and maintain.

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector’s note: Front entrance door not rodent proof, approx 1/2 inch gap at bottom of door. Instd to rodent proof same so as to be tight fitting. Citation issued 7-38-020 serious.

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

Inspector’s note: Ice build-up on condensor at front prep cooler and also some water noted at bottom of unit. Instd to repair same.

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

Inspector’s note: Detail clean lightshields in rear prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Provide lightshields and endcaps for lights in tamale prep area or if lights shatterproof provide specs, information for same.

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

Inspector’s note: Splashguard needed at exposed handsink in cooking prep area . Leak at 3-compartment sink faucet in cooking prep area. Repair same

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

Inspector’s note: Pipe leaking under 3-compartment sink. Repair same.

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

Inspector’s note: Ice build-up on condensor at front prep cooler and also some water noted at bottom of unit. Instd to repair same.

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

Inspector’s note: Detail clean lightshields in rear prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Splashguard needed at exposed handsink in cooking prep area . Leak at 3-compartment sink faucet in cooking prep area. Repair same.

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

Inspector’s note: Cleaning supplies improperly stored. Instd to stored in designated area.

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

Inspector’s note: The rear ice machine dor is greasey and the serving line drink dispenser has little buildup, clean and sanitize in detail.

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

Inspector’s note: The grill baseboard and rear mens room baseboards are damaged, repair so they are sanitary.

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

Inspector’s note: The restaurant preparation kitchen ceiling is full of dirty, dust buildup, check the ventilation system ducts and clean and sanitize affected areas. The three compartment sink has holes in the walls and backsplash, repair so area is smooth and sanitary.

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

Inspector’s note: The soft drink water filling spout is dirty, clean and sanitize spout.

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

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REPAIR RUBBER GASKET AT ONE DOOR OF THREE DOOR COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA WHERE NEEDED TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR. (UNIT IS MAINTAINING AT 40F AT THIS TIME).

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

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN ICE DISPENSER CHUTE AT SELF SERVE SODA MACHINE IN DINING AREA AND MAINTAIN. REMOVE DUST FROM FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLER.

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

Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN FLOOR IN BASEMENT CRAWL SPACE. NO FOODS OR OTHER ITEMS STORED THERE.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST REMOVE, ELEVATE MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF ARTCILES OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN THE REAR MASA STORAGE AREA.

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 40 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON WALLS ,CEILINGS BOXES, SHELVING UNITS AND FLYING THROUGHOUT PREMISES. ALSO OBSERVED MORE THAN 25 RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOORS IN ELECTRICAL DINING ROOM CLOSET AND ADDITIONAL CLOSET IN SAME AREA. ALSO OBSERVED FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED. REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, RODENT PROOF FRONT DOOR. OBSERVED OPENING AROUND SUMP PUMP LID IN REAR 1ST FL STORAGE AREA. MUST SEAL SUMP PUMP LID. ALSO RECOMMEND THAT PEST CONTROL PROVIDE SERVICE ON OR AFTER TODAY'S DATE 10-19-2011. SERIOUS 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.

Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

Inspector’s note: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT 547378 INSPECTION DATE 4-22-2011. #32-MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN MASA WALK IN COOLER, MAIN PREP AREA WALK IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON MASA WALK IN COOLER, TAMALE WALK IN FREEZER AND MAIN PREP AREA WALK IN COOLER. 1-EYE STOVE LOWER SHELF RUSTED OUT, DOOR LEADING TO 2ND FL. IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REMOVE LOOSE CAULK AT HOOD IN FRONT PREP AREA. #33-MUST CLEAN SHELVING UNITS IN ALL WALK IN COOLERS AND PREP TABLES. #34-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN MAIN PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN MASA WALK IN FREEZER. MUST GROUT FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA. #35-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL TILE & WALL BASES, W

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

Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR MAIN PREP AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST REMOVE, ELEVATE MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF ARTCILES OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN THE REAR MASA STORAGE AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF GREASE TRAP IN MAIN PREP AREA,RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN MASA WALK IN COOLER,MAIN PREP AREA WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON MASA WALK IN COOLER,TAMALE WALK IN FREEZER & MAIN PREP AREA WALK IN COOLER,RAW WOOD SHELF IN POOR REPAIR IN MAIN PREP AREA NEXT TO 2- COMP SINK,1-EYE STOVE LOWER SHELF RUSTED OUT,DOOR LEADING TO 2ND FL. IN POOR REPAIR.MUST PROVIDE A SIGN ON 1ST FL. EMPLOYEES MEN'S TOILET ROOM DOOR.MUST REMOVE LOOSE CAULK AT HOOD IN FRONT PREP AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN ICE DISPENSER ON SODA MACHINE,GARBAGE CANS,FANGUARD COVERS & SHELVING UNITS IN ALL WALK IN COOLERS,DEEP FRYER.PREP TABLES.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR TILES IN MAIN PREP AREA,2ND FL. EMPLOYEES WOMEN.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN MASA WALK IN FREEZER.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN 2ND FL.DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL TILE & WALL BASES,WALL IN REAR REP AREA & FRONT PREP AREA,DAMAGED WALL TRIM AT REAR DELIVERY DOOR,HOLE IN CEILING IN DINING AREA & DAMAGED WALL TILES,LOOSE WALL PAPER ON WALLS IN DINING AREA.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS IN REAR AREA & WHERE NEEDED.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS & CEILINGS IN DINING AREA,1ST FL. WOMEN'S CUSTOMERS,FRONT PREP AREA OVER 3- COMP SINK.THRESHOLD AT FRONT DOOR IN POOR REPAIR.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT FRONT 3- COMP SINK,DRAIN LINE AT STEAMER TO FLOOR DRAIN.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR & AWAY FROM WALLS IN 1ST FL. CHEMICAL STORAGE AREA,2ND FL. STORAGE AREA.

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 30 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON WALLS ,CEILINGS IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,HOOD,GARBAGE CANS,MOP SINK CLOSET,MAIN KITCHEN FLYING THROUGHOUT PREMISES.ALSO OBSERVED LARGE PUDDLES OF WATER ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT.REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR & KEEP DRY.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES AFTER 4/22/11.ANDERSON PEST CONTROL WAS ON SITE EARLY THIS MORNING 4/22/11 HE STATES NO ACTIVITY FOUND AT THIS TIME.

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

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF GREASE TRAP IN MAIN PREP AREA,RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN MASA WALK IN COOLER,MAIN PREP AREA WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON MASA WALK IN COOLER,TAMALE WALK IN FREEZER & MAIN PREP AREA WALK IN COOLER,RAW WOOD SHELF IN POOR REPAIR IN MAIN PREP AREA NEXT TO 2- COMP SINK,1-EYE STOVE LOWER SHELF RUSTED OUT,DOOR LEADING TO 2ND FL. IN POOR REPAIR.MUST PROVIDE A SIGN ON 1ST FL. EMPLOYEES MEN'S TOILET ROOM DOOR.MUST REMOVE LOOSE CAULK AT HOOD IN FRONT PREP AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN ICE DISPENSER ON SODA MACHINE,GARBAGE CANS,FANGUARD COVERS & SHELVING UNITS IN ALL WALK IN COOLERS,DEEP FRYER.PREP TABLES.

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

Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR TILES IN MAIN PREP AREA,2ND FL. EMPLOYEES WOMEN.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN MASA WALK IN FREEZER.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN 2ND FL.DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL TILE & WALL BASES,WALL IN REAR REP AREA & FRONT PREP AREA,DAMAGED WALL TRIM AT REAR DELIVERY DOOR,HOLE IN CEILING IN DINING AREA & DAMAGED WALL TILES,LOOSE WALL PAPER ON WALLS IN DINING AREA.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS IN REAR AREA & WHERE NEEDED.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS & CEILINGS IN DINING AREA,1ST FL. WOMEN'S CUSTOMERS,FRONT PREP AREA OVER 3- COMP SINK.THRESHOLD AT FRONT DOOR IN POOR REPAIR.

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

Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT FRONT 3- COMP SINK,DRAIN LINE AT STEAMER TO FLOOR DRAIN.

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

Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR & AWAY FROM WALLS IN 1ST FL. CHEMICAL STORAGE AREA,2ND FL. STORAGE AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AT MAIN KITCHEN, AND REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON SMALL REACH IN COOLER AT FRONT SERVING AREA, AND TAMALES REACH IN COOLER DOORS AT 3RD PREP AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN MAIN KITCHEN.

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

Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS IN MAIN KITCHEN AND 3RD PREP AREA STORAGE AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES NEAR CEILING IN MAIN KITCHEN, REPLACE CEILING PANEL ABOVE 3PART SINK IN MAIN KITCHEN, AND REPAIR CEILING INSIDE 2ND FLOOR MENS WASHROOM.

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

Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD AT FRONT SERVING AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR PIPES UNDER 3PART SINKS AT MAIN KITCHEN AND FRONT SERVING AREA, AND PIPES UNDER EXPOSED SINK AT 3RD PREP AREA.