La Marquesa

2322 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60639

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 27, 2013

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, La Marquesa has four inspections on file, the first dated 2011. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 27, 2013. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that La Marquesa's inspection history hasn't been updated since Feb 27, 2013; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Looking across the full record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 27, 2013

Routine

3 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILDUP FRONT COOKING AREA

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

Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOOR UNDER FRONT AREA COOKING EQUIPMENT, REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILDUP

Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

Inspector notes: MUST STORE EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY

Jan 4, 2012

Routine

4 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE CUSTOMER WASHROOM.

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector notes: LIGHTS MUST BE SHIELDED ABOVE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOPSINK FAUCET.

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

Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE REAR STORAGE (UPPER LEVEL) AREA TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.

Feb 23, 2011

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 4, 2011

License

8 minor violations.

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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. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA/KITCHEN. MUST BE ACCESSIBLE TO EMPLOYEES AT ALL TIMES.

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. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LICENSED PEST CONTROL SERVICING PREMISES WITH PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AVAILABLE.

Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE GARBAGE DISPOSAL COMPANY SERVICING PREMISES (OUTSIDE REAR AREA).

Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated

Inspector notes: All dish washing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ATTACHED METAL DRAINBOARD AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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. INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL UNSEALED CEILING ABOVE REAR STORAGE AREA.

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. LIGHT MUST BE SHIELDED ABOVE REAR STORAGE AREA OR PROVIDE SHATTER PROOFED LIGHT BULB.

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. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.-----------MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.---------INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE (VACUUM BREAKER) AT MOP SINK.

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. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Marquesa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Marquesa on file is from Feb 27, 2013. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Marquesa?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Marquesa.

Has La Marquesa's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Marquesa have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Marquesa 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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