Flash Taco -N- Underdogg
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2013
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Score
Inspectors have visited Flash Taco -N- Underdogg 17 times, with records going back to 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 12, 2013. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Public records show no inspections at Flash Taco -N- Underdogg since Mar 12, 2013, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “premises maintained free of litter” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.
By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Flash Taco -N- Underdogg on the weaker side. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspection History
Mar 12, 2013
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exterior of cooking equipment, interior panel of ice machine, sinks, utensils, exhasut and filters not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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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. Floor tile missing in areas. Instructed to replace missing floor tile.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile missing in prep area. Instructed to replace missing ceiling tile.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided in prep coolers or walk-in cooler. Instructed to provided thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided in prep coolers or walk-in cooler. Instructed to provided thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.
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Feb 13, 2013
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exterior of cooking equipment, interior panel of ice machine, sinks, utensils, exhasut and filters not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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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. Floor tile missing in areas. Instructed to replace missing floor tile.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile missing in prep area. Instructed to replace missing ceiling tile.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided in prep coolers or walk-in cooler. Instructed to provided thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unsed articles and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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Sep 28, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 6, 2012
Complaint
4 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: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 6 LIVE ROACHES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA ON WALLS BEHIND PREP COOLERS AND APPROXIMATELY 5 RAT DROPPING IN CLUTTERED CORNER OF BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS WERE NOTED.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON WALLS/CEILINGS,PEST CONTROL SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors along walls and in all corners require a detail cleaning especially in basement storage areas.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet room door must be self closing.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Rear storage areas reaquire a detail cleaning and remove unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage and properly store items 6" off floor/wall for easier cleaning.
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Jul 19, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 11, 2012
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 20 FRUIT FLIES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL DRAIN AREAS, AND ELIMINATE STANDING WATER, AND RODENT PROOF FIRST FLOOR FRONT DOOR, APPROX. 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOOR SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS THROUGH-OUT PREMISE UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS, MUST REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER, KEEP FLOOR CLEAN AND PROPERLY MAINTAINED
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST STORE EMPLOYEES BELONGINGS ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AT FAUCET OF BASEMENT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE STORAGE CONTAINERS FOR LINEN STORAGE
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: THERMOMETERS NEEDED INSIDE ALL COOLERS, MUST PROVIDE LONG STEM THERMOMETERS FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPS
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL STORAGES AREAS NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER, AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM PREMISES, AND BETTER MAINTAIN
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Mar 20, 2012
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Sinks, utensils, cooking equipment, exhaust hood and filters not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor thru-out premises not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Tile coving not maintained in basement and wall under utility sink faucet. Instructed to seal all openings.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulb under exhaust hood not shielded. Instructed to shield bulb.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Faucet not maintained at both 3 comp sinks. Instructed to replace washer/faucet to prevent leaks. Basement exposed hand sink slow draining, repair to prevent.
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Mar 12, 2012
Complaint
12 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: Facilities not maintaining proper temperature. First floor walk-in cooler internal air temperature at 56.8 F and prep cooler internal air temperature at 62.2 F. Basement 2 door prep cooler internal temperature at 53.3 F, while all are storing potentially hazardous foods inside. Instructed manager that coolers must maintain 40 F or below. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A). "Held for Inspection" tag placed on all three coolers.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous foods does not meet temperature requirement during storage, preparation, display and service. Found 2 1/2 gallon of sour cream at 52.8 F in 1st fl W.I.C. and hot dogs 15 lbs at 50.2 F to 51.7 F in 2 door prep cooler and sausage at 51.1 F. Instructed manager that potentially hazardous foods must maintain 40 F or below in cooler. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A). Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded, value $130.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: Outside garbage area not cleaned, maintained or rodent proofed. Found outside garbage dumpster overflowing with garbage on top and on ground around dumpster. Over ten bags of garbage and food debris. Dumpster lids will not close, creating rodent nuisance. Instructed to have area maintained and dumpster lids tight fitting at all times. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While running and draining water on right side of 3 comp sink, water coming up middle and left side-cloudy with food debris. Instructed to detail clean drainline and grease trap to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label all foods not in original containers.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Sinks, utensils, cooking equipment, exhaust hood and filters not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor thru-out premises not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Tile coving not maintained in basement and wall under utility sink faucet. Instructed to seal all openings.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulb under exhaust hood not shielded. Instructed to shield bulb.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Faucet not maintained at both 3 comp sinks. Instructed to replace washer/faucet to prevent leaks. Basement exposed hand sink slow draining, repair to prevent.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provide thermometer several coolers. instructed to provided thermometer visible inside all coolers.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecssary articles in basement. Instructed to remove unused items.
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Sep 14, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 13, 2011
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: All food establishments shall be provided with an adequate supply of hot and cold water under pressure properly connected to the city water supply. NO HOT WATER AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR EXPOSED HAND SINK, BATHROOM SINKS ETC. DUE TO OWNER REPLACED THE HOT WATER TANK. DURING INSPECTION PLUMBER WAS STILL WORKING ON IT.
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION WATER WAS BACKING UP AT THE GREASE BOX. THE 3 COMPARTMENT HAD PLUMBER PUTTY AROUND THE INSIDE OF THE SINK. THIS IS A PREP AREA FOR THE HOT DOG STAND AREA. NEEDS TO FIX REPAIR.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Sep 10, 2011
Reinspection
10 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities.OBSERVED WALK-IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR NOT HOLDING AT PROPER TEMPERATURE, READING 55.9'F, INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE AT ONCE CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005 (A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. VIOLATION STILL REMAINS.OBSERVED ABOUT 20 LBS, OF COOKED CHICKEN, READING 54.3'F, 40 LBS OF COOKED BEANS, READING 64.3'F, 20 LBS COOKED BEEF, READING 54.1'F, 20 LBS COOKED RICE, READING 54.8'F, 20 LBS CHEESE TAMALES, READING 50.5'F, 2 1/2 DOZEN OF EGGS, READING 54.4'F, 20 LBS CHEESE, READING 50.3'F, 5 LBS OF CHICKEN STOCK, READING 50.3'F, AND 3 LBS OF COOKED PEPPERS, READING 54.4'F, TOTAL POUNDS DUMPED AND DENATURE 130 LBS, AT A COST OF ABOUT $1,000.00 CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005 (A)
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. VIOLATION STILL REMAINS. STANDING WASTE WATER ON FLOOR WHEN WATER IS TURNED ON IN BASEMENT AREA, FLOOR DRAINS OVERFLOWING, OVERFLOWING GREASE TRAP, THATS IN POOR REPAIR, DRIPPING FROM SIDES AND TOPS, AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK BACK-UP CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-030
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. VIOLATION STILL STANDING. NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS AT EXPOSED HAND BOWL FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-030
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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: 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. SAW ROACHES/FLY ACTIVITY, WATER IN BASEMENT NEXT TO GREASE TRAP. VIOLATION STILL STANDING. OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS, 10 FRUIT FLIES VARIOUS AREAS, 10 MICE DROPPINGS BASEMENT AREA, UNDER STAIR WELL, AND 3 HOUSE FLIES FLYING AROUND IN RESTAURANT SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: 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. VIOLATION STILL STANDING. CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOTED, 4/20/2011, FOR VIOLATIONS: 32, 33, 34 & 38, SEE ATTACHED INSPECTION REPORT, #580480 SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. VIOLATION STILL STANDS. MUST CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT PREMISES, AND PROVIDE WORKING LIGHT BULBS WHERE NEEDED.
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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. VIOLATION STILL STANDS. STOVE BASEMENT AREA NEEDS TO BE STORE UNDER VENTILATION.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. VIOLATION STILL STANDS. THERMOMETERS NEEDED INSIDE ALL COOLERS
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: 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. VIOLATION STILL STANDING. . ALL STORAGES AREAS NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER, AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM PREMISES
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Sep 9, 2011
Complaint
11 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. OBSERVED WALK-IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR NOT HOLDING AT PROPER TEMPERATURE, READING 55.9'F, INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE AT ONCE CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005 (A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED ABOUT 20 LBS, OF COOKED CHICKEN, READING 54.3'F, 40 LBS OF COOKED BEANS, READING 64.3'F, 20 LBS COOKED BEEF, READING 54.1'F, 20 LBS COOKED RICE, READING 54.8'F, 20 LBS CHEESE TAMALES, READING 50.5'F, 2 1/2 DOZEN OF EGGS, READING 54.4'F, 20 LBS CHEESE, READING 50.3'F, 5 LBS OF CHICKEN STOCK, READING 50.3'F, AND 3 LBS OF COOKED PEPPERS, READING 54.4'F, TOTAL POUNDS DUMPED AND DENATURE 130 LBS, AT A COST OF ABOUT $1,000.00 CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005 (A)
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. STANDING WASTE WATER ON FLOOR WHEN WATER IS TURNED ON IN BASEMENT AREA, FLOOR DRAINS OVERFLOWING, OVERFLOWING GREASE TRAP, THATS IN POOR REPAIR, DRIPPING FROM SIDES AND TOPS, AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK BACK-UP CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-030
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times. NO RUNNING HOT WATER AT EXPOSED HAND BOWL BEHIND FOOD PREP STATION IN BASEMENT AREA RESTAURANT, OR BATHROOM IN RESTAURANT IN BASEMENT AREA CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-030
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS AT EXPOSED HAND BOWL FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-030
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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: 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 2 LIVE ROACHES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS, 10 FRUIT FLIES VARIOUS AREAS, 10 MICE DROPPINGS BASEMENT AREA, UNDER STAIR WELL, AND 3 HOUSE FLIES FLYING AROUND IN RESTAURANT SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: 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. CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOTED, 4/20/2011, FOR VIOLATIONS: 32, 33, 34 & 38, SEE ATTACHED INSPECTION REPORT, #580480 SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT PREMISES, AND PROVIDE WORKING LIGHT BULBS WHERE NEEDED
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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. STOVE BASEMENT AREA NEEDS TO BE STORE UNDER VENTILATION
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. THERMOMETERS NEEDED INSIDE ALL COOLERS
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: 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. ALL STORAGES AREAS NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER, AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM PREMISES
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Jun 21, 2011
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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May 19, 2011
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Apr 20, 2011
Complaint
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 PROVIDE KNOBS TO ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN/REPLACE ALL STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND CLEAN INTERIOR CABINETS OF COOKING FRYERS
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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 CLEAN FLOORS THROUGH-OUT PREMISE UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS
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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. MUST REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AT FAUCET OF BASEMENT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND LEAK UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT 1ST FLOOR
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Jan 6, 2011
Complaint
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 RESEAL ALL WIRE, RUSTY, AND CHIPPPING SHELVES IN COOLERS AND DRY STORAGE AREAS
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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 CLEAN FLOORS THROUGH-OUT PREMISE UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS
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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. MUST REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AT FAUCET OF BASEMENT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: 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 CLEAN ALL STORAGE AREAS, 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS
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Mar 26, 2010
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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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 REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF 3 COMP SINK 1ST FLOOR,ELEVATE ITEMS STORED TO 6" OFF FLOOR.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.LIGHTS ABOVE FOOD PREP IN LOWER LEVEL NOT SHIELDED.
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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.WATER LEAKING AT BASE OF FAUCET AT 3 COMP SINK IN 1ST FLOOR.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.THERMOMETER IS NEEDED FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Flash Taco -N- Underdogg last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Flash Taco -N- Underdogg on file is from Mar 12, 2013. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Flash Taco -N- Underdogg?
Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Flash Taco -N- Underdogg.
Has Flash Taco -N- Underdogg's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Flash Taco -N- Underdogg have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Flash Taco -N- Underdogg 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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