Nueva Birrieria Ocotlan
Last inspected: Feb 15, 2013
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Inspectors have visited Nueva Birrieria Ocotlan five times, with records going back to 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 15, 2013. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Nueva Birrieria Ocotlan dates to Feb 15, 2013.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Nueva Birrieria Ocotlan is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Feb 15, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE DISH ROOM WALLS AND KITCHEN BASEBOARDS ARE DIRTY AND CRACKED FROM SETTLING, REPAIR AREAS SO THEY ARE SMOOTH AND SANITARY AND CLEAN AND REPAINT SAID AREAS IN A LIGHT COLOR. THE CEILING SOUTH OF THE FRONT KITCHEN HOOD IS WATER DAMAGED, REPAIR SAID CEILING.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: THE BASEMENT IS CLUTTERED, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN STORAGE.
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Jun 26, 2012
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN VENT IN HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FAUCET NECK AT THREE COMP SINK DOES NOT REACH ALL THREE COMPARTMENTS. OWNER HAS A NEW ONE ON PREMISES WHICH WILL BE INSTAllED WITHIN 24 HOURS.
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Apr 6, 2011
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN FRONT DOOR SWEEP,DAMAGED WALL BASE IN DINING AREA & WALL TRIM AT FRONT WINDOW,STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.
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Mar 30, 2011
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health.OBSERVED 3- COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED FAUCET IS TOO SHORT TO REACH ALL COMPARTMENTS TO SET UP SINK TO WASH,RINSE, & SANITIZE MULTIUSE UTENSILS.MUST REPLACE FAUCET & MAINTAIN.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL & DATE COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS.
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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 REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON GLASS REACH IN COOLER,MISSING HANDLE ON LID OF STEAM TABLE.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.
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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 INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE & NOZZLE ON HORCHATA MACHINE.
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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 REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES 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 REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN FRONT DOOR SWEEP,DAMAGED WALL BASE IN DINING AREA & WALL TRIM AT FRONT WINDOW,STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.MUST REPLACE MISSING SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT WOMEN'S HAND SINK & MOP SINK.
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Apr 15, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST SEAL WOOD SHELVES UNDER FRONT SERVING COUNTER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, CHEST FREEZERS, EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, AND STORAGE SHELVES UNDER FRONT SERVING COUNTER.
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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 REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES THRU-OUT PREMISES, AND CLEAN FLOORS AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.
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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 REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES THRU-OUT, AND CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE MAIN KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ARTICLES THRU-OUT BASEMENT MUST BE PROPERLY STORED, OFF FLOOR, AWAY FROM WALLS, TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nueva Birrieria Ocotlan last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nueva Birrieria Ocotlan on file is from Feb 15, 2013. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nueva Birrieria Ocotlan?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Nueva Birrieria Ocotlan.
Has Nueva Birrieria Ocotlan's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nueva Birrieria Ocotlan have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Nueva Birrieria Ocotlan 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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