Macondo

2965 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60657

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jul 14, 2011

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Macondo has four inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Macondo was last inspected on Jul 14, 2011. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Macondo's record stops at Jul 14, 2011, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around zero violations to closer to two violations.

“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 14, 2011

Routine

2 minor violations.

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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. NEED TO DETAIL CLEAN FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN(GREASE BUILD-UP).ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM PART OF DEEP FRYER(GREASE BUILD-UP).

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. CLEAN FLOOR UNDER THE DISPLAY CASE(FRONT AREA), DUST AND DEBRIS BUILD-UP.

Jul 8, 2011

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jun 18, 2010

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 24, 2010

Routine

6 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. OBSERVED NON-FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAG (GROCERY BAG) USED TO STORE ICE. MUST PROVIDE A FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAG.

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 THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS, INTERIOR OF CHEST FREEZER, PREP TABLE NEAR CHEST FREEZER, EXTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER.

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. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE PREP AREA AND THE BASEMENT. MUST FILL IN OPENINGS IN THE FLOOR NEXT TO THE STAND UP MIXER.

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. MUST CAULK THE GAPS IN THE WALL AROUND THE STAND UP MIXER AND GROUT THE BASEBOARD WALL TILES IN THIS AREA.

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 REFRIGERATION THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.

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 MAINTAIN BASEMENT FLOOR CLEAR OF CLUTTER AND REMOVE ANY ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF OF THE FLOOR.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Macondo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Macondo on file is from Jul 14, 2011. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Macondo?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Macondo.

Has Macondo's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Macondo have averaged around two violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Macondo 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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