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El Gran Burrito Express #2

1950 W 87Th St, Chicago, IL 60620
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2022
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Score
High Risk

Inspectors have visited El Gran Burrito Express #2 four times, with records going back to 2019. El Gran Burrito Express #2 was last inspected on Feb 17, 2022. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones. Public records show no inspections at El Gran Burrito Express #2 since Feb 17, 2022, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 15 violations per visit versus roughly six violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “non-food/food contact surfaces clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 17, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 1- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 50.9F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED FAX OR EMAIL LETTER WHEN READY.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.AIR TEMPERATURE IS NOW AT 36.5F(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE OF 1- DOOR PREP COOLER SUCH AS 10LBS. DICED TOMATOES RANGING FROM 44.6F-47.1F AND 8LBS.CUT LETTUCE RANGING FROM 46.3F-49.3F. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 18LBS. $65.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN EXISTING FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK REMOVED FROM PREMISES ONLY PLUMBING NOTED AT WALL. MUST RE-INSTALL HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AND MAINTAIN.OBSERVED HAND SINK BEING BOUGHT IN AND RE-CONNECTED DURING INSPECTION.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS AND LOWER SHELF AT STEAM TABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN BASEMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE WATER FROM BASEMENT FLOOR AND KEEP DRY.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD ON LIGHT IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS .MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IN USE KNIVES BEING STORED IN BETWEEN COOLER AND PREP TABLE.MUST REMOVE AND STORE PROPERLY.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES AND CARD BOARD FROM SAME.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 1- DOOR PREP COOLER.
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Feb 1, 2021
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON BOTTOM SURFACES OF 3-DOOR PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Jan 22, 2020
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2282746 4/8/19 NOT CORRECTED #58- ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING COURSE AND PROVIDE PROOF.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR 2- DOOR FRONT (SALSA) PREP COOLER.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG SIDE OF REAR DOOR AND ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 1- DOOR PREP COOLER NEXT TO GRILL.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON SLICER AND DICER MACHINES.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE.MUST INSTALL TO BE SEEN FOR SERVICING.
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Apr 8, 2019
License
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING COURSEAND PROVIDE PROOF. .
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Gran Burrito Express #2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Gran Burrito Express #2 on file is from Feb 17, 2022. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Gran Burrito Express #2?

Across the inspection record, “non-food/food contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Gran Burrito Express #2.

Has El Gran Burrito Express #2's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Gran Burrito Express #2 have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at El Gran Burrito Express #2 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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