Gomez Tacos Rest
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2025
74
Score
Inspectors have visited Gomez Tacos Rest 24 times, with records going back to 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 23, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly 10 violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been the most frequent reason, cited 15 times.
Gomez Tacos Rest's latest score of 74 falls below the Chicago average of 81. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2025
Recent Inspection
6 minor violations.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4" GAP AT BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR AND REAR DOOR LEADING TO BASEMENT. OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG WALLS IN CRAWL SPACE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLY STRIP ABOVE SLICER AND PREP TABLE IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
38
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR, SHELVES AND LEDGES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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74
Apr 16, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
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Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO RUNNING WATER AT HAND WASHING, 3-COMPARTMENT AND UTILITY SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT ALL SINKS. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
16
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4" GAP AT BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR AND REAR DOOR LEADING TO BASEMENT. OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG WALLS IN CRAWL SPACE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLY STRIP ABOVE SLICER AND PREP TABLE IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
38
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR, SHELVES AND LEDGES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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64
Apr 5, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 28, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OVER 60 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A 3" GAP IN WALL AND 1" GAP ALONG WALLS IN BASEMENT, 1/4" GAP UNDER OVERHEAD DOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ALONG WALLS AND DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLY STRIP HANGING ABOVE PREP TABLE IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE FLY STRIP FROM PREP AREA.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP HANDLE LAYING INSIDE ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON SHELVING UNITS, WIRING, BASES OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEADS STORED ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY HANG MOPS TO DRY TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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67
Nov 3, 2023
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES AT HAND SINK IN STAFF TOILET ROOM AND PIZZA PREP AREA HAND WASHING SINKS
10
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING
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90
Oct 27, 2023
Routine
4 major violations. 16 minor violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER ,SOAP AND TOWELS.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (PIZZA,STEAK,BEANS,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 3:02 P.M.(COS)(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON REAR LOWER FOOD STORAGE SHELF,ON FLOOR UNDER REAR CHEMICAL STORAGE SHELF AND IN CORNER UNDER STAIR CASE,IN REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE WALK IN COOLER,IN BASEMENT ON LEDGE AND MIXED IN WITH DIRT UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN BASEMENT.ALSO. EVIDENCE OF APPX. 15 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND IN TOILET ROOMS,DISH WASHING AREA. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/27/23.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES AT HAND SINK IN STAFF TOILET ROOM AND PIZZA PREP AREA HAND WASHING SINKS.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND SHAKERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM AND DOOR SWEEP WORN ON FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK NEXT TO PREP TABLE AND COUNTER TOP,MOP SINK NEXT TO DISH AND FOOD STORAGE RACK IN REAR AREA.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WHEEL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, FRYER CABINET,GRILL & STEAM TABLE,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP COOLER AND REACH IN FREEZER.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT LARGE 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LID ON GARBAGE CANS IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON STAFF TOILET ROOM DOOR THAT LEADS INTO PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD SPLATTER FROM WALLS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND LOOSE WALL BASES THROUGHOUT .
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIROITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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Dec 12, 2022
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT STORAGE SHELVING, INTERIOR TOP OF THE PREP COOLER, DIRTY. THE INTERIOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER NEEDS DEFROSTING AND CLEANING.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 1st COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMP SINK IN THE FRONT HAS A SLOW DRAIN. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGE AND/OR DIRTY CEILING TILES THROUGH OUT. MUST REPLACE AND/OR CLEAN AS NEEDED. NOTED VENT COVERS DIRTY THROUGH OUT MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FILTER IN THE REAR ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY AND/OR MISSING. MUST REPLACE AS NEEDED AND CLEAN.
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82
Feb 4, 2020
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARD REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL CONTAINER AND NOT LABELED. MUST PROVIDE LABEL.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY UTILIZING A ICE COOLER TO STORE LARD DIRECTLY INSIDE UNIT WITHOUT PROPERLY PROTECTING. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE AND PROPERLY STORE LARD IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINER.
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90
Jan 27, 2020
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER TO BE IMPROPER: BACON 47F, SOUR CREAM 48F, DICED TOMATOES 50F, SHREDDED LETTUCE 48.9F, AND MAYONNAISE 49.6F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 20 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $40.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: NOTED TEMPERATURE OF 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER STORED NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT TO BE IMPROPER AT 52.1F. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 41F AND BELOW. TAG WAS PLACED ON 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES (DISPOSABLE MOP, DISPOSABLE LATEX GLOVES, DISPOSABLE MASK, AND ADEQUATE SANITIZER *MUST ELIMINATE NOROVIRUS*) ON SITE TO PROPERLY CLEAN UP ANY VOMIT OR DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLIES FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP THAT MAY OCCUR ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: NOTED CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2268428 ON 2/22/19. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (51) 5-204.12: UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE ICE BIN INTERIOR IN NEED OF MINOR CLEANING ON TOP WHITE PANEL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POT BEING USED AS A LADLE FOR PIZZA SAUCE STORED DIRECTLY INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO UTILIZE PROPER EQUIPMENT AS A LADLE AND CORRECTLY STORE ALL UTENSILS BETWEEN USES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PIZZA DOUGH AND BAKED BREAD STORED IN PLASTIC SHOPPING BAGS IN THE PREP AREA. FACILITY INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND CONTAINERS ONLY.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF ICE BUILDUP ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60
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47
Mar 1, 2019
Reinspection
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE NOR SUPPLIES (DISPOSABLE MASK, DISPOSABLE MOP) ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW (BURGERS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND A REMINDER TO ALL ITEMS ON THE MENU THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.
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70
Feb 22, 2019
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: 3-302.11(A:1-2) OBSERVED RAW TURKEY BURGERS IN THE TOP OF THE PREP COOLER STORED IN A CONTAINER NEXT TO A CONTAINER OF READY TO EAT CHOPPED LETTUCE. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS SEPARATE ALL RAW FOOD CONTAINERS FROM READY TO EAT FOOD CONTAINERS AND NEVER STORE RAW FOOD CONTAINERS NEXT TO READY TO EAT FOOD CONTAINERS. MANAGER REMOVE THE CONTAINER OF RAW TURKEY BURGERS DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
Inspector notes: 3-301.11 OBSERVED A FEMALE FOOD HANDLER HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS (CHEESE) WITH HER BARE HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO NEVER HANDLE READY TO EAT FOODS WITH BARE HANDS AND TO ALWAYS PROPERLY USE A PROTECTIVE BARRIER (TONGS, SPOONS, FOOD GRADE DISPOSABLE GLOVES) TO HANDLE ALL READY TO EAT FOODS. MANAGER INSTRUCTED THE FOOD HANDLER ON THE PROPER PROCEDURE DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE NOR SUPPLIES (DISPOSABLE MASK, DISPOSABLE MOP) ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW (BURGERS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND A REMINDER TO ALL ITEMS ON THE MENU THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED ABOUT 30 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED IN BETWEEN THE WALL AND THE OVEN, ABOOUT 10 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED UNDER THE SHELVES IN THE REAR, ABOUT 25 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED IN THE BOTTOM CABINETS IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA , ABOUT 10 RODENT DROPPINGS BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNITS, AND ABOUT 25 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED UNDER THE FLAT TOP GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED NO UP TO DATE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH RECEIPT OF SERVICE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(C).
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.110 OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE DUMPSTER LID WITH EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED GREASE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B).
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS LOCATED AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA NOR IN THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112(B) OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF THE PIZZA PREP COOLER AND INSIDE OF THE FRONT PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH A ONE INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE REAR EXIT DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED TOILET LID MISSING ON THE TOILET IN THE CUSTOMER TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED A MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED FEMALE FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Jan 9, 2018
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SET OF LIGHTS NEAR THE THREE COMP SINK WITHOUT SHIELDS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHIELDS FOR THAT SET OF LIGHTS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE SHELVES INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER RUSTY; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR PAINT SHELVES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME GREASE IN THE BOTTOM INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS; CLEAN AREA TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN CORNER AREAS AROUND AND UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN.
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Jan 27, 2017
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE SMALL AMOUNT OF STANDING WATER IN THE BASEMENT AREA,AND CLEAN THE FLOORS,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN THE CUSTOMERS DINNING AREA,OF DUST BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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90
Jan 18, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS,TO TEST THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER,WHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS SET UP FOR WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZED,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE STRIPS,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE SMALL AMOUNT OF STANDING WATER IN THE BASEMENT AREA,AND CLEAN THE FLOORS,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN THE CUSTOMERS DINNING AREA,OF DUST BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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86
Feb 4, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE BUILD UP IN THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS IN THE PREP AREAS,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED MISSING AND DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE TOILET ROOM. AND DIRTY LIGHT SHIELDS AND VENT COVERS IN THE DINIG AREA. MUST REPAIR AND CLEAN WHERE NEEDED.
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86
Nov 19, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OP[ERATING WITHOUT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALL HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS TACOS,RICE BEANS,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE IN REAR OF PREMISES
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS IN THE PREP AREAS,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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86
Feb 19, 2015
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE RUST FROM THE SHELVES IN THE BASEMENT AREA
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOORS IN BASEMENT AREA,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: A LIGHT SHIELD COVER MISSING IN THE FRONT PREP AREA,MUST INSTALL
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86
Jun 3, 2014
Complaint
10 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: SMALL REACH-IN COOLER IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINING ADEQUATE TEMPERATURE, INTERNAL AIR TEMPERATURE RECORDED AT 48.7F. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS FROM UNIT AND HAVE IT SERVICED. HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT, MUST FAX REQUEST TO CDPH FOR REINSPECTION OF UNIT WHEN REPAIRED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: COOKED PORK-76.5F AND COOKED BEEF-48.8F- ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST BE STORED AND HELD AT 40 DEGREES OR BELOW. PRODUCT FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL COOKED AND PREPARED FOODS OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED AND DATED WHEN HELD OVER 24 HOURS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: PROVIDE A KNIFE RACK TO PROPERLY STORE KNIVES(NOT AGAINST THE WALLS).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PAINT RUSTY STORAGE SHELVES AND RACKS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: CABINET INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA AND ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED IN BASEMENT AREAS(FRONT AND REAR)
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT (IN CLUDING BASEMENTS)ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS AND IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT(DIRT, COB WEBS)
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN OR REPLACE ALL LIGHT SHIELDS AND CEILING TILES IN FOOD PREP, DINING, AND DISHWASHING AREAS. CLEAN AND/OR PAINT WALLS IN FOOD PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: WASTELINE PIPE FOR WALK-IN COOLER IS ATTACHED TO A HOSE INSIDE UNIT WHICH IS DRIPPING INTO A BUS PAN ON THE FLOOR. MUST HAVE REPAIRMAN RE-ROUTE WASTELINE OR INSTALL AN EVAPORATOR. REPAIR OR REPLACE SPRAYER AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECSSARY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES FROM BOTH SECTIONS OF BASEMENT.
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Feb 1, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE UNCLEAN EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS NOT BEING USED.MUST REMOVE EQUIPMENT NOT USING AND CLEAN/ORGANIZE ANY REMAINING EQUIPMENT.TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AREA.ALSO ORGANIZE CLUTTER/STORAGE UNDER STAIRS IN INSIDE REAR PORCH STORAGE AREA.
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90
Sep 18, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 11, 2012
Complaint
2 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 FRONT/REAR DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED AT BOTTOM AREAS-1/4 INCH.MUST REPAIR.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Jan 30, 2012
Routine
6 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.PIZZA HOT HOLDING UNIT MAINTAINING IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF -100F.TEMPERATURE SETTING OF UNIT WAS ADJUSTED BY MANAGER TO MAINTAIN 140F OR HIGHER DURING INSPECTION-CDI.
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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. All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher.FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS/COOKED PIZZA MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT.(SAUSAGE PIZZA-105F,CHEESE PIZZA-113F,PEPPERONI PIZZA-111F).MUST MAINTAIN HOT FOODS AT 140F OR HIGHER. ALL 5 PPIECES WAS REMOVED AND DISPOSED OF BY MANAGER,COST APPROX $15.00. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED.
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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.DEBRIS ON FLOORS IN BASEMENT.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.SEAL GAP/OPENING IN LOWER BASEBOARD BY OVEN.
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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 IN REAR NOT COMPLETELY UNDER VENTILATION HOOD.MUST ADJUST STOVE OR REMOVE STOVE.
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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.MUST PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLER.
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74
Nov 19, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 9, 2010
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST CAULK AROUND WASHBOWLS IN TOILET ROOMS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE CAN OPENER AND THE INTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ICE MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENTS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE WRITING FROM WALLS IN TOILET ROOM AND WALLS MUST BE LIGHT IN COLORING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP IN A BIN/CONTAINER OR HANDLES UP IN THE ICE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gomez Tacos Rest last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gomez Tacos Rest on file is from Apr 23, 2025. The public record contains 24 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gomez Tacos Rest?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 15 times, more than any other issue at Gomez Tacos Rest.
Has Gomez Tacos Rest's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Gomez Tacos Rest have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Gomez Tacos Rest means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Gomez Tacos Rest inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gomez Tacos Rest is inspected around two times per year on average.
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