Los Toritos Restaurant Y Taqueria

1825 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60613

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 15, 2011

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Los Toritos Restaurant Y Taqueria stretching back to 2010. On Feb 15, 2011, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Los Toritos Restaurant Y Taqueria dates to Feb 15, 2011.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up three times.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Los Toritos Restaurant Y Taqueria on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 15, 2011

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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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. DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER(GREASE BUILD UP).CLEAN GREASE AND DUST BUILD-UP FROM HOOD AND FILTER ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT

Feb 8, 2011

Routine

3 minor violations.

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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. OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED GARBAGE CONTAINERS OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE,UNABLE TO CLOSE LIDS.ALLEY PLOWED FROM THE STORM,ABLE TO DRIVE THRU( SNOW STORM 0N 2-2-2011). SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020 HOOOO70349-16

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. REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND MILK COOLER, IN REAR STORAGE AREA.ADDITIONAL THRESHOLD IS NEEDED AT REAR EXIT DOOR

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

Mar 2, 2010

Routine

5 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 REMOVE DRY WALL PIECES(USED HAS LINER) FROM INSIDE THE FRONT REACH IN COOLER, SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH ,CLEANABLE AND NON ABSORBENT MATERIAL.IF COOLER IS USED TO STORE FOOD ITEMS, MUST PROVIDE A LOCK FOR UNIT , TO DUE COOLER IS IN DINING AREA, PUBLIC VIEW.

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.SUGAR BOWL PROVIDED FOR COSTUMERS AT COFFEE STATION MUST BE PROPERLY PROTECTED.

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.DETAIL CLEAN FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.(GREASE BUILD-UP);ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER(GREASE BUILD-UP).NEED TO CLEAN INTERIOR OF REACH IN FREEZERS ICE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP(KITCHEN).

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

Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSED.

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

Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens.REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLE FROM ABOVE UNUSED PIZZA OVEN,ALSO REMOVE ITEMS FROM BEHIND FRONT COUNTER(VITAMINS,ADVIL ETC).

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Los Toritos Restaurant Y Taqueria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Los Toritos Restaurant Y Taqueria on file is from Feb 15, 2011. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Los Toritos Restaurant Y Taqueria?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Los Toritos Restaurant Y Taqueria.

Has Los Toritos Restaurant Y Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Los Toritos Restaurant Y Taqueria have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Los Toritos Restaurant Y Taqueria 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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