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Marisco's El Nuevo Vallarta #2 — Marisco's Los Veneros

3857 W 26Th St, Chicago, IL 60623
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 3, 2013
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Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Marisco's El Nuevo Vallarta #2 — Marisco's Los Veneros has four inspections on file, the first dated 2011. The most recent report on file is from Apr 3, 2013. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The file hasn't been updated since Apr 3, 2013, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average is 81, putting Marisco's El Nuevo Vallarta #2 — Marisco's Los Veneros squarely in typical territory. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspection History
Apr 3, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FRONT PREP, REAR CENTER AND 2 DOOR REAR COOLERS ARE DIRTY ON THE BOTTOM AND GASKETS. THE STEAM TABLE TOP AND SHELF IS DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE YOUR EQUIPMENT IN DETAIL.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE THE FLOOR AROUND THE GREASE TRAP IS DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE AREA IN DETAIL.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE CEILING TILES ARE STAINED AND DUSTY, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE CEILINGS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: THE LIGHT SHIELDS HAVE FLIES INSIDE, CLEAN OUT THE LIGHT SHIELDS.
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Nov 8, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN: EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER CABINETS TO REMOVE GREASE, TOP AREA OF STOVE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. GREASE OBSERVED ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. FOOD PARTICLES OBSERVED UNDER PREP TABLES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. REPLACE ALL WATER STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED IN KITCHEN AND DINING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE AMOUNT OF DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THREE COMP SINKS FOR PROPER SET UP (WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZING). KEEP EXPOSED HANDSINKS FREE OF ITEMS AT ALL TIMES.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.
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Sep 23, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 21, 2011
License
5 minor violations.
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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: 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.MUST REPLACE DAMAGED FRONT DOOR SWEEP.
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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 RUST FROM PREP TABLES.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR ALL 3- COMP SINKS.
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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.MUST CLEAN PIPES AT COOKING EQUIPMENT,STOVE,REACH IN COOLER & FREEZER,DEEP FRYERS.
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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 CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT.
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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.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO CEILING.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED & DAMAGED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT,OPENING IN WALL OF OUTSIDE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marisco's El Nuevo Vallarta #2 — Marisco's Los Veneros last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Marisco's El Nuevo Vallarta #2 — Marisco's Los Veneros on file is from Apr 3, 2013. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Marisco's El Nuevo Vallarta #2 — Marisco's Los Veneros?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Marisco's El Nuevo Vallarta #2 — Marisco's Los Veneros.

Has Marisco's El Nuevo Vallarta #2 — Marisco's Los Veneros' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Marisco's El Nuevo Vallarta #2 — Marisco's Los Veneros have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Marisco's El Nuevo Vallarta #2 — Marisco's Los Veneros 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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