Dos Sabores

3500 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: May 8, 2013

Score

Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent report on file is from May 8, 2013. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The most recent inspection at Dos Sabores is from May 8, 2013, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 8, 2013

Routine

3 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: NO SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE PREP COOLER AND EXPOSED HAND SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO RE CAULK AROUND THE SPLASH GUARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. CAULKING WORN OUT ,WITH BLACK SLIMY MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE.

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

Inspector notes: STOCKS STORED ON THE FLOOR CLOSE TO THE FURNACE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE RAISED SHELVINGS TO STORE STOCKS 6" OFF THE FLOOR.

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

Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND DISCARD ANY UNUSED ITEMS/ARTICLES NOT BEING USED TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

Mar 21, 2012

Routine

4 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REPLACE BROKEN GASKET AT PREP REACH IN COOLER DOOR.

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

Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE; CAN OPENER, COOLERS AND FREEZER.

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

Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES AT REAR DISH WASHING AREA BY EXIT DOOR.

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

Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN CEILING FANS ABOVE PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN AND THRU-OUT DINING AREA.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dos Sabores last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dos Sabores on file is from May 8, 2013. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dos Sabores?

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

Has Dos Sabores' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dos Sabores have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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