Manolo's Tamales #3

2455 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Dec 23, 2022
74
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged 25 inspections at Manolo's Tamales #3, the earliest from 2014. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 23, 2022. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result. Manolo's Tamales #3's record stops at Dec 23, 2022, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” comes up most often, recorded 21 times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Manolo's Tamales #3 trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

25
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 23, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2562147 DATED: 8/15/22 NOT CORRECTED; #51 OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE FAUCET NECK OF THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE PRODUCE PREP ROOM; REPAIR LEAK #55 OBSERVED WATER-STAINED CEILING TILE THROUGHOUT; REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO COME INTO COMPLIANCE WITH ALL VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
60
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE TRAP TO BE RUSTED AND SEEPING WASTE LIQUID AT BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025
48
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED YELLOW PAINT PEELING FROM WALL IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GRIME ON WALK IN COOLER FLOOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
74
Aug 15, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES OF COOKED BEEF AND CHICKEN IN TWO DOOR PREP COOLER. FOUND 2 LBS OF COOKED PORK AT 50F AND 6 LBS OF COOKED BEEF AT 53F. THE REFRIGERATION UNIT WAS AT 40.1F. MEAT DISCARDED AND VALUED AT $250.00 PER PERSON IN CHARGE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 ISSUED. INSTRUCTED ON PROPER COOLING OF FOODS THAT WERE PLACED IN COOLER OVERNIGHT AND NOT PROPERLY COOLED AT THAT TIME.
22
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE HAS AN EXPIRED CERTIFICATE; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 ISSUED.
2
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM AREA OF THE FRYER IN FRONT COOKING AREA.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE FAUCET NECK OF THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE PRODUCE PREP ROOM; REPAIR LEAK. OBSERVED THE TOILET SEAT IN THE LARGE STALL OF THE WOMENS WASHROOM IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR OR REPLACE TOILET SEAT.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILE THROUGHOUT; REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
57
61
Jun 21, 2021
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGN AT HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOIL USED FOR LINING SHELVING UNITS IN FRONT PREP AREA AND ON REAR SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE FOIL TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
47
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
53
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 4-202.18 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FILTERS IN VENTILATION HOODS IN FRONT PREP AREA AND REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING AND MISSING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND REPLACE MISSING FILTERS
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78
Jun 14, 2021
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WRONG SANITIZER TEST STRIP KIT. THE FACILITY HAS QUATERNARY AMMONIA SANITIZER AND CHLORINE TEST STRIPS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THE CORRECT TEST STRIPS FOR THE SANITIZER BEING USED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
48
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DISCARD ON COOKED CHICKEN IN REAR REACH IN COOLER AND NO DISCARD DATES ON COOKED STEAK, COOKED CHICKEN AND RICE IN FRONT PREP COOLER. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED 47LBS OF CHICKEN, 5 LBS OF STEAK AND 1 LB OF RICE VALUED AT $400. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
23
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGN AT HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOIL USED FOR LINING SHELVING UNITS IN FRONT PREP AREA AND ON REAR SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE FOIL TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
47
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
53
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FILTERS IN VENTILATION HOODS IN FRONT PREP AREA AND REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING AND MISSING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND REPLACE MISSING FILTERS
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64
Jul 24, 2020
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS THRU OUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND BEHIND AND UNDER THE REFRIGERATION UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. 6-201.11 OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THRU OUT THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED ABOUT 10 EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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82
Jul 15, 2020
Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: 5-103.12 OBSERVED NO COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER PRESSURE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT THERE IS COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER PRESSURE AT SAID HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
50
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: 4-302.14 OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
48
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS THRU OUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND BEHIND AND UNDER THE REFRIGERATION UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THRU OUT THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED ABOUT 10 EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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61
Jul 26, 2019
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.12: BOWLS BEING USED AND STORED IN ICE AND SALSA CONTAINERS. INSTD TO USE PROPER DISPENSING UTENSILS (ICE SCOOP, LADLES, ETC) AND STORE PROPERLY WITHOUT HANDLE IN FOOD.
43
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 RUSTY SURFACE ON BOTTOM OF ALL PREP TABLES IN REAR. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN SURFACE SMOOTH, EVEN AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11: ICE MACHINE LID BROKEN, INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12: CUTTING BOARD AT FRONT PREP COOLER WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO MAINTAIN CLEAN CUTTING BOARDS AT ALL TIMES.
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82
Jul 22, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-403.12(B3) ENFORCEMENT BY THE REGULATORY AUTHORITY (NON COMPLIANCE) PREVIOUS PROIRITY FOUNDATION FROM 7/15/19 REPORT 2301117 NOT CORRECTED: 25 MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS (EGGS COOKED TO ORDER). INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
59
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12: CUTTING BOARD AT FRONT PREP COOLER WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO MAINTAIN CLEAN CUTTING BOARDS AT ALL TIMES.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19: RUSTY SURFACE ON BOTTOM OF ALL PREP TABLES IN REAR. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN SURFACE SMOOTH, EVEN AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
47
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION 59
25
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14: WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION AT ALL TIMES WHEN NOT IN USE.
41
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.12: BOWLS BEING USED AND STORED IN ICE AND SALSA CONTAINERS. INSTD TO USE PROPER DISPENSING UTENSILS (ICE SCOOP, LADLES, ETC) AND STORE PROPERLY WITHOUT HANDLE IN FOOD.
43
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11: ICE MACHINE LID BROKEN, INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 15, 2019
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES IN UPRIGHT 1 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT: BEANS 64.4F, CHICKEN TINGA 47.7F, RICE 49.0F, CHEESE 47.0F. ALL NOTED TCS FOODS DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 15LBS $100 VALUE. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY 7-38-005.
22
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: UPRIGHT 1 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT CURRENTLY IN USE UNABLE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE, INTERNAL AIR TEMPERATURE OF 60.0F. UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. INSTD TO BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN PRODUCT TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY 7-38-005.
33
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS (EGGS AND CARNE ASADA COOKED TO ORDER). INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
25
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION AT ALL TIMES WHEN NOT IN USE.
41
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: BOWLS BEING USED AND STORED IN ICE AND SALSA CONTAINERS. INSTD TO USE PROPER DISPENSING UTENSILS (ICE SCOOP, LADLES, ETC) AND STORE PROPERLY WITHOUT HANDLE IN FOOD.
43
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARD AT FRONT PREP COOLER WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO MAINTAIN CLEAN CUTTING BOARDS AT ALL TIMES.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: RUSTY SURFACE ON BOTTOM OF ALL PREP TABLES IN REAR. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN SURFACE SMOOTH, EVEN AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: ICE MACHINE LID BROKEN, INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 17, 2019
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 7, 2018
Reinspection
5 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 21 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON READY TO EAT TCS FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS IN COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER ON MENUS ABOUT THE RISK OF UNDER COOKED AND RAW FOODS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
25
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2240883 11/30/18 NOT CORRECTED #38-STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 25 OR MORE LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING IN MIDDLE PREP AREA- ON DOOR FRAME & WALLS,ON THE SIDE OF CHEST FREEZER AND INSIDE OF MOTORS, ON WHEEL BASES OF 2- DOOR REACH IN FREEZER, ALONG ELECTRICAL PIPES & FLOOR NEAR 2- DOOR REACH IN FREEZER,1ST REAR PREP AREA -UNDER PREP TABLE. REAR PREP AREA -ON WALLS BEHIND 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER AND ON THE SIDE OF SAME COOLER,BETWEEN WALL PANEL INSULATION AND HOT WATER TANK.ALSO.APPX. 50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS IN FRONT MAIN PREP AREA-INSIDE OF FRYER CABINET,MIDDLE PREP AREA-LOWER SHELVES OF PAPER AND FOOD STORAGE SHELVES.REAR PREP AREA-ON FOOD STORAGE TABLES,ON FLOOR BEHIND HOT WATER TANK AND ALONG WALL BASES.APPX.8 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND,ON WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/7/18.(PRIORITY 7-42-090)
59
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND DISH WASHING AREAS.MUST MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ADD AN ENCLOSED ATTACHED WALL THAT IS EASILY CLEANABLE AND REMOVE CURTAIN IN 1ST. REAR PREP AREA ADJACENT TO DINING AREA
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER (CRATES)FROM REAR YARD AND MAINTAIN AREA.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES AND WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
57
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX"1/2-3/4" GAP ON RIGHT SIDE OF DOOR FRAME OF REAR DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR FRAME TIGHT FITTING.
38
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE
41
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
44
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES
44
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID AND DOOR GASKET ON REAR CHEST FREEZER,DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR ALL 3- COMP SINKS.MUST REMOVE FOIL AND CARDBOARD FROM STOVE AND PREP TABLES,1- EYE STOVES
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,STORAGE SHELVES,ALL REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,ONE- EYE STOVE,STOVE,PREP TABLES.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER AND FLOOR DRAINS.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO IDPH FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 4, 2018
Reinspection
5 major violations. 15 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 20 OR MORE LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING IN A BOX OF LIGHT BULBS BEHIND FRON GLASS REACH IN COOLER,ON DOOR FRAME IN MIDDLE PREP AREA BEHIND REACH IN FREEZER AND ALONG ELECTRICAL PIPES & FLOOR NEAR 2- DOOR REACH IN FREEZER,UNDERSIDE OF PREP TABLES,MOTOR OF CHEST FREEZER IN 1ST REAR PREP AREA.REAR PREP AREA -ON WALL BEHIND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.ALSO.APPX. 100 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS IN FRONT MAIN PREP AREA-ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES,ON LOWER FOOD STORAGE SHELF,INSIDE OF FRYER CABINET,LOWER SHELF OF DISH RACK IN FRONT DISH WASHING AREA.1ST. REAR PREP AREA-ON PALLETS,LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLES,UNDER CRATES.MIDDLE PREP AREA-ALONG WALL BASES BEHIND ALL CHEST FREEZERS,LOWER SHELVES OF PAPER AND FOOD STORAGE SHELVES.REAR PREP AREA-ON FOOD STORAGE TABLES,ON FLOOR BEHIND HOT WATER TANK AND ALONG WALL BASES.APPX.25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND,ON WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 11/30/18.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-7-38-020(A)
38
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON READY TO EAT TCS FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS IN COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER ON MENUS ABOUT THE RISK OF UNDER COOKED AND RAW FOODS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
25
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX"1/2-3/4" GAP IN LEFT CORNER OF REAR DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING
38
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
41
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES
44
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID AND DOOR GASKET ON REAR CHEST FREEZER,DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR ALL 3- COMP SINKS.MUST REMOVE FOIL AND CARDBOARD FROM STOVE AND PREP TABLES
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,STORAGE SHELVES,ALL REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,ONE- EYE STOVE,STOVE,PREP TABLES
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER (CRATES)FROM REAR YARD AND MAINTAIN AREA
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES AND WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER AND FLOOR DRAINS
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND DISH WASHING AREAS.MUST MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST ADD AN ENCLOSED ATTACHED WALL THAT IS EASILY CLEANABLE AND REMOVE CURTAIN IN 1ST. REAR PREP AREA ADJACENT TO DINING AREA
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO IDPH FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
58
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Nov 30, 2018
Complaint
5 critical violations. 8 major violations. 16 minor violations.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1LB. DICED TOMATOES AT 45.9F INSIDE OF REACH IN COOLER DATED 11/29/18.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.APPX. 1LB.$.50.(PRIORITY -NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL.OBSERVED WATER AND GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN AND POOLING ON TO FLOOR IN FRONT DISH WASHING AREA WHEN WATER IS RELEASED AND TURNED ON AT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO USE ADDITIONAL 3- COMP SINK ON PREMISES TO WASH DISHES.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)
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Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE DURING PEAK DEMANDS THROUGHOUT PREMISES AT ALL HAND SINKS IN PREP AREAS/DISH WASHING AREAS (63.7F,68.0F,62.2F,66.1F,65.8F),MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILETROOM (63.2F-64.1F).BOTH 3- COMPARTMENT SINKS (66.7F-65.9F).MUST HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.HOT WATER WAS RESTORED AT 10:30 A.M.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)
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Proper reheating procedures for hot holding
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER REHEATING OF COOKED FOODS FROM 11/29/18 INSIDE OF TABLE TOP HOT HOLDING UNIT SUCH AS 5LBS. COOKED RICE 122.9F AND 5LBS. COOKED BEANS 148.5F.INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON REHEATING COOKED FOODS TO 165.0F AND HOLD AT 135.0F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.APPX.10LBS. $10.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)
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Proper cooling time and temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER COOLING OF COOKED FOODS DATED 11/29/18 STORED INSIDE OF VARIOUS COOLERS SUCH AS 9LBS. COOKED STEAK 72.9F,1LBS. 5- 5 GALLON BUCKETS OF SALSA RANGING FROM 55.4F,59.0F,54.9F,73.6F,83.1F. AND 4- 5 GALLON BUCKETS OF MOLE RANGING FROM 57.2F,77.2F,73.6F,81.7F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON COOLING PROCESS OF 135.0F-70.0F IN 2 HOURS AND 70.0F-41.0F IN 4 HOURS . USING SHALLOW PANS.APPX.45 GALLONS $720.(PRIORITY -NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INCORRECT CHEMICAL TEST KIT.MUST PROVIDE CHLORINE TEST KIT TO CHECK SANITIZING SOLUTION PPM'S.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF FOOD OPERATION.MUST PROVIDE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND SINK IN MAIN FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK.EMPLOYEE HAD TO GO PURCHASE SOAP FROM STORE,SOAP WAS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION.COS.MUST PROVIDE SOAP AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON READY TO EAT TCS FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS IN COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER ON MENUS ABOUT THE RISK OF UNDER COOKED AND RAW FOODS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 20 OR MORE LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING IN A BOX OF LIGHT BULBS BEHIND FRON GLASS REACH IN COOLER,ON DOOR FRAME IN MIDDLE PREP AREA BEHIND REACH IN FREEZER AND ALONG ELECTRICAL PIPES & FLOOR NEAR 2- DOOR REACH IN FREEZER,UNDERSIDE OF PREP TABLES,MOTOR OF CHEST FREEZER IN 1ST REAR PREP AREA.REAR PREP AREA -ON WALL BEHIND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.ALSO.APPX. 100 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS IN FRONT MAIN PREP AREA-ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES,ON LOWER FOOD STORAGE SHELF,INSIDE OF FRYER CABINET,LOWER SHELF OF DISH RACK IN FRONT DISH WASHING AREA.1ST. REAR PREP AREA-ON PALLETS,LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLES,UNDER CRATES.MIDDLE PREP AREA-ALONG WALL BASES BEHIND ALL CHEST FREEZERS,LOWER SHELVES OF PAPER AND FOOD STORAGE SHELVES.REAR PREP AREA-ON FOOD STORAGE TABLES,ON FLOOR BEHIND HOT WATER TANK AND ALONG WALL BASES.APPX.25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND,ON WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 11/30/18.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-7-38-020(A)
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX"1/2-3/4" GAP IN LEFT CORNER OF REAR DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID AND DOOR GASKET ON REAR CHEST FREEZER,DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR ALL 3- COMP SINKS.MUST REMOVE FOIL AND CARDBOARD FROM STOVE AND PREP TABLES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,STORAGE SHELVES,ALL REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,ONE- EYE STOVE,STOVE,PREP TABLES.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER AND FLOOR DRAINS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND DISH WASHING AREAS.MUST MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST ADD AN ENCLOSED ATTACHED WALL THAT IS EASILY CLEANABLE AND REMOVE CURTAIN IN 1ST. REAR PREP AREA ADJACENT TO DINING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER (CRATES)FROM REAR YARD AND MAINTAIN AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO IDPH FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 19, 2018
Reinspection
13 minor violations.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE THROUGHOUT THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT AT ALL SINKS .MUST PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN.HOT RUNNING WATER HAS NOW BEEN RESTORED AT THIS TIME THROUGHOUT PREMISES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2177153 6/11/18 NOT CORRECTED #18-STILL AN APPX "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF BOTH FRONT ENTRY DOORS,REAR DOOR.DOORS HAVE BEEN REPAIRED AT THIS TIME#24- STILL OBSERVED 3- COMPARTMENT SINK FLOOR DRAIN OVER FLOWING WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM SINK INTO FLOOR DRAIN AND POOLING ALL OVER THE FLOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE FLOOR DRAIN TO FLOW PROPERLY.FLOOR DRAIN HAS BEEN REPAIRED AT THIS TIME.(CRITICAL 7-42-090)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON STORAGE SHELVES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LIDS ON CHEST FREEZERS,STRING FROM OVERHEAD SHELVING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR PREP COOLER & 1- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.MUST REMOVE FOIL FROM ALL PREP TABLES AND GRILL TABLE,RUST FROM INTERIOR PARTS OF CHEST FREEZER AND PREP TABLES,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WHEEL BASES,GRILL TABLES,PREP TABLES,REACH IN COOLER AND PREP COOLERS,CHEST FREEZERS,ALL STORAGE SHELVES,WALK IN COOLER COMPRESSOR UNIT VENT,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WINDOW SILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR AND FLOOR DRAINS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND DISH WASHING AREAS,WALK IN COOLER,STORAGE AREAS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR NEAR REAR 3- COMP SINK GREASE TRAP AND PEELING PAINT IN SAME AREA MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES,MISSING WALL BASES AND LOOSE WALL TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA,MISSING DOOR TRIM AROUND REAR PREP DOOR,MISSING WINDOW SCREEN IN REAR AREA .MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEEELING PAINT ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE GRAFITTI FROM WALL IN MEN'S TOILETROOM.MUST REMOVE MOLD BUILD ON WALL IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST INSTALL 2- HAND SINKS IN BOTH REAR PREP AREAS WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AND MAINTIAN.MUST REMOVE ICE MACHINE DRIANLINE FROM MOPSINK BASIN.MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY COMPRESSOR DRAINLINE IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A PROBE AND REFRIGERATOR THERMOMETERS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE HOOKS TO HANG UP WET MOPS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 11, 2018
Routine
15 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON STORAGE SHELVES.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE SCREWED TIGHTLY NOT ABLE TO OPEN AND GET HOT RUNNING WATER TO FLOW AND NO SOAP AT FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK.HOT WATER FAUCET IS NOW REPAIRED AND SOAP IS PROVIDED AT THIS TIME.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
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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 EVIDENCE OF APPX.75 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS IN FRONT WINDOW SILLS,PIPE ON FLOOR NEAR SHELVING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA,REAR FOOD AND PAPER STORAGE SHELVES,ON FLOOR UNDER UNUSED PREP TABLE NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER AND POISON,HOT WATER TANK THAT IS LOCATED IN ABANDON AUTO SUPPLY STORE.ALSO APPX "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF BOTH FRONT ENTRY DOORS,REAR DOOR.APPX.8-10 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON WALLS IN FRONT DISH WASHING,WOMEN'S TOILETROOM,REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/11/18.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3- COMPARTMENT SINK FLOOR DRAIN OVER FLOWING WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM SINK INTO FLOOR DRAIN AND POOLING ALL OVER THE FLOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE FLOOR DRAIN TO FLOW PROPERLY.(SERIOUS 7-38-030)
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS POSTED TO VIEW.A NEW SUMMARY WILL BE POSTED BY THE INSPECTOR AT THIS TIME.(SERIOUS 7-42-010B)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LIDS ON CHEST FREEZERS,STRING FROM OVERHEAD SHELVING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR PREP COOLER & 1- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.MUST REMOVE FOIL FROM ALL PREP TABLES AND GRILL TABLE,RUST FROM INTERIOR PARTS OF CHEST FREEZER AND PREP TABLES,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WHEEL BASES,GRILL TABLES,PREP TABLES,REACH IN COOLER AND PREP COOLERS,CHEST FREEZERS,ALL STORAGE SHELVES,WALK IN COOLER COMPRESSOR UNIT VENT,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WINDOW SILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR AND FLOOR DRAINS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND DISH WASHING AREAS,WALK IN COOLER,STORAGE AREAS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR NEAR REAR 3- COMP SINK GREASE TRAP AND PEELING PAINT IN SAME AREA MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES,MISSING WALL BASES AND LOOSE WALL TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA,MISSING DOOR TRIM AROUND REAR PREP DOOR,MISSING WINDOW SCREEN IN REAR AREA AND FRONT PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEEELING PAINT ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE GRAFITTI FROM WALL IN MEN'S TOILETROOM.MUST REMOVE MOLD BUILD ON WALL IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL 2- HAND SINKS IN BOTH REAR PREP AREAS WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AND MAINTIAN.MUST REMOVE ICE MACHINE DRIANLINE FROM MOPSINK BASIN.MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY COMPRESSOR DRAINLINE IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A PROBE AND REFRIGERATOR THERMOMETERS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE HOOKS TO HANG UP WET MOPS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 14, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: KNIVES MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER, NOT BETWEEN TWO PREP COOLERS. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REACH IN FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR. TOPS ARE BROKEN WITH RUBBER GASKETS AND INSULATION SHOWING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: BOTH HOOD VENTILATION UNITS, INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZER, AND FRONT STORAGE COUNTER. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTER. CEILING IN REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT FRONT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET IN NEED OF REPAIR. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 2, 2016
Routine
7 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE OR NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR DISPLAYED WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS TAMALES AND BEANS,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THE RUBBER GASKET ON ONE OF CHEST FREEEZERS AND REPAIR THE LID COVER ,WHICH IS IN POOR REPAIR,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACELID COVER AND GASKET
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DEFROST THE CHEST FREEZERS IN REAR OF PREMISES,HAS HEAVY ACCUMLICATION OF ICE BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIOMENT
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 3 DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS INSIDE PREMISES
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE REAR STORAGE AREA,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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May 10, 2016
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR PROVIDED AT TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED(TACOS, TAMALES). SERIOUS VIOLATION 738-012(A).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PAINT RUSTY INTERIORS OF DEEP FREEZERS IN REAR FOOD AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: PROPERLY ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE PRESENT. CLEAN WALL BEHIND REFRIGERATED PREP COOLER IN FRONT DOOD PREP AREA
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS WORKING AT THIS ESTABLISHMENT THAT ARE NOT CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFIATION CLASS.
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May 3, 2016
Complaint
9 minor violations.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER TOUCHING READY TO EAT FOOD(TORTILLAS) WITH BARE HANDS DURING INVESTIGATION. WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS UTENSILS, GLOVES, OR TISSUE PAPER MUST BE USED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38 -010(A).
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR PROVIDED AT TIME OF THIS INVESTIGATION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED(TAMALES, TACOS) WERE BEING PREPARED AND/OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012(A).
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON PREMISES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PAINT RUSTY INTERIORS OF DEEP FREEZERS IN REAR FOOD AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: PROPERLY ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE PRESENT. CLEAN WALL BEHIND REFRIGERATED PREP COOLER IN FRONT DOOD PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BLOWN LIGHTS IN DINING AREA AND IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKY FAUCETS AT MOP SINK, AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT DISH WASHING AREA.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS WORKING AT THIS ESTABLISHMENT THAT ARE NOT CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFIATION CLASS.
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Dec 14, 2015
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS, WASHBOWLS OR AT EXPOSED HAND SINKS. AT THE START OF THE INSPECTION WATER TEMPERATURES WERE BETWEEN 71.2F-80.4F. HOT WATER WAS RESTORE BY THE END OF THE INSPECTION DUE TO BOILER BEING TURNED BACK ON BY THE OWNER OF THE BUILDING. 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS SHOULD MAINTAIN AT LEAST 110F FOR PROPER SANITIZING OF UTENSILS AND HAND SINKS SHOULD MAINTAIN AT LEAST 85F FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE OR A CERTIFICATE POSTED IN FACILITY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD(CHICKEN, BEEF) IS BEING HANDLED, PREPARED AND SOLD. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE BUSINESS IS OPEN AND OPERATING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE ACCUMULATION INSIDE OF THE ONE DOOR FREEZER LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF ALL REACH IN FREEZERS ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BURNT OUT LIGHT OVER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVEDB A LEAK AT THE CONDENSOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED THE HOT WATER KNOB IN POOR REPAIR AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR. OBSERVED A MINOR LEAK UNDER THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME STOCK (SODA) STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MOP HEADS STORED IN MOP WATER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL MOP HEADS UPRIGHT.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WOMEN EMPLOYEES WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 16, 2015
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO EMPLOYEES AT DIFFERENT TIMES DURING MY INSPECTION WASHING DISHES AND UTENSILS WITHOUT PROPERLY SETTING UP THE SINK AND NOT USING SANITIZER IN THE THIRD COMPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED BOTH OF THEM HOW TO PROPERLY SET UP THE SINK AS WELL AS THE MANAGER AND OWNER WHO ARRIVED AFTER MY INSPECTION BEGAN. SINK(S) MUST BE SET UP TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE AND CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS PROVIDED TO TEST THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER. CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED ON PROPER LABELING OF COOKED FOODS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER; LABEL COOKED FOODS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WORN RUBBER GASKETS AT THE TWO DOOR FREEZER IN THE REAR PREP AREA; MUST REPLACE TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR FROM THE UNIT. (UNIT AT PROPER TEMPERATURE AT THIS TIME)
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING: FRYER INTERIOR BOTTOM AND EXTERIOR, EXTERIOR OF STOVE, INTERIORS OF FREEZERS IN REAR PREP AREA; CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE AND DUST ON VENTS AND INTERIOR OF THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN BOTH PREP AREAS; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: ONE LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM IS NOT WORKING; REPAIR FIXTURE IN WOMENS WASHROOM.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE DRAIN STOPPERS FOR EACH THREE COMP SINK FOR PROPER SET UP. USING PLASTIC WRAP AFTER INSTRUCTING EMPLOYEES ON PROPER SET UP. OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE MOP SINK FAUCET NECK IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND A LEAK AT THE PIPE UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA; REPAIR LEAKS. NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT THE FIRST FAUCET AT THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA; RESTORE RUNNING WATER TO THIS FAUCET. A SPRAYER IS ATTACHED TO THE MIDDLE FAUCET AT THIS SINK WHICH REACHES THE FIRST COMPARTMENT TO PROPERLY FILL IT WITH WATER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WASTE WATER IN MOP BUCKET IN FRONT PREP AREA; REMOVE WASTE WATER FROM BUCKET WHEN NOT IN USE AND STORE WET MOPS PROPERLY TO DRY.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS EMPLOYED MUST OBTAIN THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE; INFO GIVEN AND EXPLAINED.
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Oct 20, 2014
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: COOKED FOODS NOT PROPERLY LABELED OR DATED. INSTD TO PROPERLY DO SO.
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Oct 10, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: POOR HYGENIC PRACTICES OBSERVED BY FOOD HANLDER, OBSERVED FEMALE EMPLOYEE EATING DOUGHNUT AND DRINKING COFFEE WHILE PREPARING TAMALES IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTD MGR ON EATING AND DRINKING IN DESIGNATED DINING AREA. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010A CRITICAL.
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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: MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED (OVER 40) ON FLOOR IN CORNERS, BEHIND CHEST FREEZER AND BY COMPUTER IN REAR. FRONT DOUBLE DOORS NOT RODENT PROOF, APPROX 1/2 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOORS. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, AND RODENT PROOF DOORS SO AS TO BE TIGHT FITTING. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: COOKED FOOODS NOT PROPERLY LABELED OR DATED. INSTD TO PROPERLY DO SO.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: LID HINGES MISSING FOR REAR CHEST FREEZER. REPAIR SAME. ALUMINUM FOIL ON STORAGE SHELVES. INSTD TO REMOVE SAME SO AS SURFACES TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Mar 5, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 20, 2014
License
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: NO EXPOSED HANDSINK IN FRONT DISHWASHING AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: NO BARRIER AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA AND FRONT DISHWASHING AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER BARRIER TO PREVENT FROM POSSIBLE PUBLIC CONTAMINATION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: IMPROPER STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER STOPPERS.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Manolo's Tamales #3 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Manolo's Tamales #3 on file is from Dec 23, 2022. The public record contains 25 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Manolo's Tamales #3?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 21 times, more than any other issue at Manolo's Tamales #3.

Has Manolo's Tamales #3's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Manolo's Tamales #3 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Manolo's Tamales #3 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.