Montealban
Last inspected: May 19, 2022
20
Score
Across the available record, Montealban has 16 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Montealban was last inspected on May 19, 2022. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important. Note that Montealban's inspection history hasn't been updated since May 19, 2022; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around 11 violations each.
“Insects, rodents, & animals not present” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 12 times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Montealban's 20 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
7
Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 19, 2022
Routine
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: FOUND UNPACKAGED AND UNCOVERED CHICHARRON AND CARNE SECA BEING DISPLAYED ON A TABLE WITH TONGS NEAR THE FRONT COUNTER IN THE CUSTOMER SEATING AREA, INTENDED FOR CONSUMER SELF SERVICE, NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD ON DISPLAY MUST BE PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION BY THE USE OF PACKAGING, DISPLAY CASES, OR OTHER EFFECTIVE MEANS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD DISCARDED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: EQUIPMENT NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE. NOTED TEMPERATURE OF THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER TO BE IMPROPER AT 56.0 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR COOLER TO PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 41F AND BELOW, OR REPLACE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND COLD TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES INSIDE THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER. PORK, BEEF, CHORIZO, MENUDO, CUT TOMATOES, AND EGGS FOUND AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 50F TO 56F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SAID TCS FOODS AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLDING TCS FOODS AT OR BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON SITE FOR SANITIZER OR WAREWASHING AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION IN MG/L OF SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREPARED TCS FOODS (RICE, SOUP, COOKED BEEF, AND COOKED YAMS) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITHOUT DISCARD DATES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATES FOR ANY PREPARED TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD DISCARDED.
23
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM PROBE THERMOMETER ON THE PREMISES CAPABLE OF TAKING HOT AND COLD FOOD TEMPERATURES. MANAGEMENT MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER TO TAKE HOT AND COLD FOOD TEMPERATURES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED NO OUTSIDE COMMERICAL DUMPSTER ON THE PREMISES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS SHALL HAVE AT LEAST ONE COMMERICAL DUMPSTER WITH COMMERCIAL REFUSE REMOVAL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE WITH UP TO DATE PEST CONTROL REPORTS AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS SUCH AS THE BUSINESS LICENSE, CHEMICALS USED, MAP, ETC. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED OVER 15 LIVE ROACHS ON THE EDGE OF THE OVEN DOOR, ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE PREP COOLER, UNDERNEATH THE MICROWAVE, EMBEDDED INSIDE THE GLASS TOP CHEST FREEZER, AND ON THE WALL UNDERNEATH THE PREP HANDWASH SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE ALL ROACHES AND ACTIVITY, CLEAN/SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND CONTACT TO PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VOMIT/DIARRHEA CLEANUP KIT ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED ONLY ONE DRAIN PLUG AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE DRAIN PLUGS FOR EACH COMPARTMENT.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED OVER 20 DEAD ROACHES ON THE KITCHEN FLOOR NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT AND NEAR THE FRONT COUNTER, ON THE BATHROOM FLOOR NEAR THE DOOR, AND ON THE COUNTER NEAR THE TWIZZLER CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, AND DEFROST AND REMOVE ICE FROM THE GLASS TOP CHEST FREEZER.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND THE PREP AREA HANDWASHING SINK TO BE SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND NO MOP SINK ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT AT LEAST ONE SERVICE SINK (MOP SINK) OR CURBED CLEANING FACILITY EQUIPPED WITH A FLOOR DRAIN SHALL BE PROVIDED FOR THE CLEANING OF MOPS AND DISPOSAL OF MOP WATER/SIMILAR LIQUID.
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: NOTED NO GREASE TRAP INSTALLED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND A THICK LAYER OF GREASE ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES (BROKEN EQUIPMENT, ETC.) STORED OUTSIDE NEAR THE EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT FROM THE PREMISES AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Sep 18, 2019
Reinspection
4 major violations.
View 4 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(O) Observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to maintain signed health policies for all employees on premises. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010, no citation issued.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 Observed no diarrhea and vomit clean up kit on premises. Instructed management a diarrhea and vomit clean up kit with all necessary supplies, a sanitizer rated as effective against norovirus, and written procedure must be kept on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17 Observed improper date marking throughout facility. Instructed management all refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours must be labeled with date of creation and disposal. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 Observed a menu with potentially raw or under cooked food items (eggs) not labeled with consumer advisory disclosure and reminder statement. Instructed management that all raw or under cooked items must be linked to a reminder and disclosure statement on the menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
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Sep 11, 2019
Reinspection
5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 Observed a menu with potentially raw or under cooked food items (eggs) not labeled with consumer advisory disclosure and reminder statement. Instructed management that all raw or under cooked items must be linked to a reminder and disclosure statement on the menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #38 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2311760 ON 9/4/19: 38 - 6-501.111: **PF** Controlling Pests (Pest Activity, Harborage) Observed approx. 50 mouse droppings on the floor in the furnace room/storage room near HVAC equipment, 20 mouse droppings in the dining room storage closet, 5 droppings in the dining room and 2 droppings in the washroom. Instructed management to clean, sanitize, and maintain area. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate activity. PRIORITY 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(O) Observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to maintain signed health policies for all employees on premises. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010, no citation issued.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 Observed no diarrhea and vomit clean up kit on premises. Instructed management a diarrhea and vomit clean up kit with all necessary supplies, a sanitizer rated as effective against norovirus, and written procedure must be kept on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17 Observed improper date marking throughout facility. Instructed management all refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours must be labeled with date of creation and disposal. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
23
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 Observed build up of dirt, grease, and grime on grill, storage shelves, prep coolers, freezer, and storage containers. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE LEAK UNDERNEATH THE DRAIN LINE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 Observed a build up of grease and dirt on walls and ceilings throughout the rear kitchen area. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 Observed build up of grease and dirt on hood and filters over grill and on vent cover in rear kitchen area. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 Observed no employee with an allergen training certificate at this time. Instructed management all employees with a City of Chicago Food Sanitation Certificate must complete allergen training and maintain a certificate on site.
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Sep 4, 2019
Routine
6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: Observed no City of Chicago Sanitation Certificate displayed on premises at time of inspection. Instructed management a certified food sanitation manager must be present at all times when TCS foods are being prepared. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to maintain signed health policies for all employees on premises. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010, no citation issued.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed no diarrhea and vomit clean up kit on premises. Instructed management a diarrhea and vomit clean up kit with all necessary supplies, a sanitizer rated as effective against norovirus, and written procedure must be kept on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed improper date marking throughout facility. Instructed management all refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours must be labeled with date of creation and disposal. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed a menu with potentially raw or under cooked food items (eggs) not labeled with consumer advisory disclosure and reminder statement. Instructed management that all raw or under cooked items must be linked to a reminder and disclosure statement on the menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed approx. 50 mouse droppings on the floor in the furnace room/storage room near HVAC equipment. Instructed management to clean, sanitize, and maintain area. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a), citation issued.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed half inch gap underneath both exterior door leading out of storage area and kitchen. Instructed to repair and maintain tight fitting doors.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Observed cutting boards with deep grooves and dark stains. Instructed management to resurface or replace and maintain clean, smooth cutting boards.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of dirt, grease, and grime on grill storage shelves, prep coolers, freezer, and storage containers. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Observed a build up of grease and dirt on walls and ceilings throughout the rear kitchen area. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed build up of grease and dirt on hood and filters over grill and on vent cover in rear kitchen area. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with an allergen training certificate at this time. Instructed management all employees with a City of Chicago Food Sanitation Certificate must complete allergen training and maintain a certificate on site.
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Aug 8, 2017
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK .
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2071534 7/27/17 NOT CORRECTED- #18 STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 10-12 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING IN CREVICES ON UNDERSIDE OF REAR PREP TABLE .ALSO,APPX.5 RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN FURNANCE NEXT TO FURNANCE.APPX. "3/4-1" GAP IN FRONT DOOR ACROSS BOTTOM,REAR DOOR ALONG BOTTOM,FURNANCE ROOM DOOR ALONG BOTTOM AND FRAME.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS AND FRAME .RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/8/17.PEST CONTROL TECH ARRIVED ON SITE AND DOOR IS NOW BEING REPAIRED TO BE TIGHT FITTING AT THIS TIME. (CRITICAL 7-42-090)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO PREP COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINET,PREP TABLES,STOVE,OVEN,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,STEAM TABLE,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES OF PIPES AT COOKING EQUIPMENT .MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT
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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 CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN PREP/ DISH WASHING AREA,LIGHT SHIELDS,FILTERS AND HOOD.MUST SEAL GAPS AND OPENINGS IN WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA.
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Jul 27, 2017
Routine
13 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA AT 56.4F WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE . A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240 WHEN READY.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 40.0F OR BELOW.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE ABOVE MENTIONED COOLER AND ON COUNTER TOPS SUCH AS 2LBS. COOKED STEAK 112.6F,1DOZEN RAW EGGS 79.9F,3LBS. MENUDO 54.3F,50LBS. COOKED BEANS 60.2F,7LBS. COOKED CHICKEN 51.6F-57.0F,7- DOZEN EGGS 50.1F-56.3F,65LBS. RAW CUT STEAK 50.0F-54.2F,10LBS. COOKED FEET 50.2F,2LBS. RAW FISH 52.1F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 140.0F OR ABOVE,140LBS. $461.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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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. 10 LIVE ROACHES ON UNDERSIDE OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,ON WHEEL BASES OF DISH STORAGE SHELF.ALSO,APPX.15 RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN FURNANCE/SIDE ROOM IN BETWEEN CLUTTER.APPX. "3/4-1" GAP IN FRONT DOOR ACROSS TOP,REAR DOOR AT LOCK AND ALONG BOTTOM,FURNANCE ROOM DOOR FRAME.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS,FRAME AND LOCK.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 7/27/17.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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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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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF SMALL PREP TABLE,CARDBOARD FROM FOOD STORAGE SHELVES.MUST DEFROST ALL FREEZERS.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO PREP COOLER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,STOVE,OVEN,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,SHELVING UNITS,EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,STEAM TABLE,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF EQUIPMENT,CUTTING BOARD.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES OF EQUIPMENT AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREA AND FURNANCE ROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN PREP/ DISH WASHING AREA,LIGHT SHIELDS.MUST SEAL GAPS AND OPENINGS IN WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK & SINK STOPPERS,DIPPING WELL.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR PREP COOLER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN FRONT CLOSET AND FURNANCE ROOM.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 6, 2016
License
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY STORAGE SHELF, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF SIDE ROOM UPRIGHT FREEZER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT CLOSET, AND SIDE ROOM FLOOR NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN UNDER AND AROUND ALL STORAGE SHELVES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT CLOSET, AND SIDE ROOM WITH CLUTTER, INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.
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82
May 12, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY STORAGE TABLE REAR, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR FRYER DOOR, STOVE TOP, COOLERS, MICROWAVE , REAR TABLE&REAR STORAGE SHELVES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILE, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. ALSO CLEAN REAR WALL.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND DIPPED ICE CREAM, WITHOUT A DIPPERWELL, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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82
Aug 14, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED. (BEANS, SUGAR, ETC.)MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD PRODUCT.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND POTS AND PANS NOT STORED PROPERLY. MUST STORE INVERTED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOUND EXHAUST HOOD NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN.
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Apr 17, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST DATE PREPARED FOODS INSIDE FREEZER
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND INTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MORE LIGHT NEEDED IN REAR STORAGE AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA, REMOVE CLUTTER
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82
Oct 12, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 3, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While draining water in three compartment sink, water coming up left side. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drainline to prevent inadequate disposal of water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor not cleaned or maintained in prep and adjacent storage room. Instructed to replace damaged floor tile and detail clean storage room floor.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Sink stoppers not provided for three compartment sink. Instructed to provided proper sink stoppers.
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82
Nov 29, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CHEST FREEZER WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND HEAVY ICE BUILD-UP (KITCHEN).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHTSHIELDS WITH GREASE AND DUST BUILD-UP ABOVE REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE REACH-IN COOLER AT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Jun 6, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (EX. TACOS, BURRITOS, BEEF, CHICKEN, COOKED RICE ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHEN HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN FOOD PREP AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO FIX LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED INSIDE STORAGE ROOM (UNDER STAIRCASE) NEXT TO DINING AREA TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
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Jul 28, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 27, 2010
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. FOUND BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED WITH 1/4 INCH GAP/OPENING. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOFED BOTTOM OF THE SAID DOOR.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF MOP SINK IN REAR ROOM.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENING/GAP BETWEEN FLOOR AND FLOOR BASEBOARD UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. ------MUST CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND THROUGHOUT REAR MOP ROOM.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF-CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE AT MOPSINK FAUCET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Montealban last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Montealban on file is from May 19, 2022. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Montealban?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Montealban.
Has Montealban's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Montealban have averaged around 11 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Montealban means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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