Lalo's
Last inspected: Oct 13, 2010
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Score
Lalo's has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. On Oct 13, 2010, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent. Public records show no inspections at Lalo's since Oct 13, 2010, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 10 violations to closer to eight violations per visit.
“Food in original container, properly labeled” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspection History
Oct 13, 2010
Tag Removal
8 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
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Oct 5, 2010
Routine
10 minor violations.
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Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector notes: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles. INTERIOR ICE MACHINE UPPER WATER RESERVOIR WHERE ICE IS MADE WITH PINK AND BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING INTO READY TO EAT ICE. ALL ICE DISCARDED. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST NOT USE UNTIL CLEANED, SANITIZED AND C.D.P.H. CONTACTED @ 312-746-5426 FOR INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. CHEMICAL DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY DISPENSING CHLORINE SANITIZER WHILE DISHES WERE BEING WASHED. SEVERAL CHECKS MADE. FOUND SANITIZING LEVEL AT 0PPM. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND PROPERLY DISPENSING SANITIZER AND C.D.P.H. CONTACTED FOR INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL. ALSO OBSERVED BARTENDER WASHING GLASSWARE AT BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH OUT A SANITIZING RINSE. SINK NOT PROPERLY SET TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE. MANAGEMENT CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION AND RE-WASHED GLASSWARE.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. ALL PREPARED FOODS IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS MUST BE LABELED AND DATED. BOTTLE "SALSA BRUJA" PACKAGED AND SOLD TO THE PUBLIC MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH LIST OF INGREDIENTS, BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. ALL EXPOSED TABLEWARE MUST BE COVERED OR WRAPPED.
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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. RUSTED SHELVING INSIDE 1ST FLR. WALK-IN COOLER, MUST REMOVE/CLEAN. TORN RUBBER DOOR GASKET ON BASEMENT REACH-IN FREEZER, MUST REPLACE. MUST NOT USE TINFOIL OR CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR EQUIPMENT OR SHELVING THROUGHOUT. WOODEN PREP CUTTING BOARD ATTACHED TO STEAM TABLE WITH LARGE CRACKS AND ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE. MUST REPLACE.
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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. DIRTY UNUSED MARGARITA MACHINE IN BASEMENT MUST BE CLEANED AFTER USE, STORED CLEAN.
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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 PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVERS IN BOTH FOOD PREP AREAS. FOOD SPILLAGE ON FLOOR OF BASEMENT MEAT WALK-IN COOLER, MUST CLEAN. CHIPPING CEMENT FLOOR AT DISH MACHINE, MUST REPAIR.
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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. WALLS AT DISH MACHINE WITH EXCESSIVE MOLD AND CHIPPING PLASTER. MUST REPAIR. WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT BASEMENT, MUST REPLACE. CEILING VENTS ABOVE BASEMENT LARGE COOKING POT AND STORED SPICES WITH GREASE, MUST CLEAN.
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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. LEAK FROM CEILING PIPING ONTO FLOOR IN REAR BASEMENT POT STORAGE, MUST REPAIR. WASTE WATER DRAIN FROM 1ST. FLR. EXPOSED HAND SINK MUST COMPLETELY DRAIN OVER AND INTO FLOOR DRAIN, NOT ONTO FLOOR. LADIES EMPLOYEE WASHROOM TOILET TANK CRACKED/BROKEN, MUST REPLACE. BOTH GAS STOVES IN BASEMENT PREP MUST BE COMPLETELY COVERED BY 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. MUST PROVIDE FOR 1ST.FLR. WALK-IN COOLER, BASEMENT REACH-IN FREEZER.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lalo's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lalo's on file is from Oct 13, 2010. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lalo's?
Across the inspection record, “food in original container, properly labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lalo's.
Has Lalo's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Lalo's have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Lalo's means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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