Depasada Restaurant

1642 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jun 10, 2016
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Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Depasada Restaurant has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2011. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 10, 2016. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at Depasada Restaurant since Jun 10, 2016, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.

“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Depasada Restaurant on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspection History
Jun 10, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NECK FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS LEAKING,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. SWING DOOR BETWEEN DINING AREA AND PREP AREA,BROKEN NEED TO BE REPLACE.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEE NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDED
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Aug 17, 2015
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Oct 24, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN FAN GUARDS INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS(DUST BUILDUP).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR SLOW DRAINING SINK IN WASHROOM.
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Jan 24, 2014
Routine
9 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING POTS, PANS, AND UTENSILS IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH NO SANITIZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY SET UP 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD IN COOLERS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLEAN UTENSILS STORED ON DRAINING RACK ON TOP OF UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, RE-WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE UTENSILS AND STORE INVERTED IN SANITARY MANNER.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN 3-COMPARTMENT AND UTILITY SINK.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR. REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA AND CLEAN CEILING VENTS (DUST BUILDUP).
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WAASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Jan 23, 2013
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous serious violation not corrected: report #1277654, 01-15-2013: #19-Grease box not provided or maintained on premises. Observed three 5 gallon containers in rear on ground with waste grease around containers. Instructed that premises must provide waste grease receptables for establishment. Critical citation issued 7-42-090. Manager provided contract at end of inspection for grease box.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Gasket not maintained on rear 2 door cooler. Instructed to replace worn gasket.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exterior of cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling and light and ventilation covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean all cover and replace damaged ceiling tile in prep area.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in utility closet. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher.
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Jan 15, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: Grease box not provided or maintained or premises. Observed three 5 gallon containers in rear outside on ground with waste grease around containers. Instructed that premises must provided proper waste grease receptacle for establishment. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Manager on premises or Certificate posted when potentially hazardous foods-Steak at 140.0 F is being prepared and served. Instructed that a city of chicago certificate original must on posted and manager on premises during all hours of operation. Serious citation isued 7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Gasket not maintained on rear 2 door cooler. Instructed to replace worn gasket.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exterior of cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling and light and ventilation covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean all cover and replace damaged ceiling tile in prep area.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in utility closet. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher.
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Jun 25, 2012
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR BROKEN GASKETS AT THE 2 DOOR COOLERS IN THE KITCHEN AREA,AND A BARRIER IS NEEDED AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER TO PROTECT AGAINST PUBLIC CONTAMINATION.ALSO SINK STOPPERS ARE NEEDED FOR THE 3 COMP SINK.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS AT THE REAR AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN DUSTS ACCUMULATION ON VENTILATION COVERS IN THE KITCHEN AREA,HOOD OVER THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS INSIDE THE HOT WATER TANK CLOSET,MOP SINK MUST BE MADE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR WASTE WATER DISPOSAL.
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Jun 15, 2012
Routine
7 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AVAILABLE DURING THIS INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: FOUND 3 COMP SINK NOT MAINTAINED I.E. WATER SEEPING THROUGH FROM MIDDLE COMPARTMENT ONTO LEFT COMPARTMENT WHEN IS FILLED.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO APPLY A LIGHT WELD TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE,REPAIR WATER LEAK AT PIPE BENEATH SAID SINK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR BROKEN GASKETS AT THE 2 DOOR COOLERS IN THE KITCHEN AREA,AND A BARRIER IS NEEDED AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER TO PROTECT AGAINST PUBLIC CONTAMINATION.ALSO SINK STOPPERS ARE NEEDED FOR THE 3 COMP SINK.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS AT THE REAR AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN DUSTS ACCUMULATION ON VENTILATION COVERS IN THE KITCHEN AREA,HOOD OVER THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS INSIDE THE HOT WATER TANK CLOSET,MOP SINK MUST BE MADE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR WASTE WATER DISPOSAL.
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Only authorized personnel in the food-prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A CUSTOMER WALKING INTO THE FOOD PREP AREA DURING THIS INSPECTION.
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Jan 13, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 11, 2011
License
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 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. NO MOP SINK ON SITE MUST PROVIDE
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Depasada Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Depasada Restaurant on file is from Jun 10, 2016. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Depasada Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Depasada Restaurant.

Has Depasada Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Depasada Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Depasada Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.