Playa Escondida Restaurant
Last inspected: May 15, 2013
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Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Playa Escondida Restaurant, the earliest from 2010. Playa Escondida Restaurant was last inspected on May 15, 2013. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Playa Escondida Restaurant's record stops at May 15, 2013, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
May 15, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 8, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM 05/24/12 , REPORT # 1215129 CODE 30,"FOUND FOOD ITEMS NOT PROPERLY LABELED IN WALK IN COOLER... REACH IN FREEZER..." NOT CORRECTED. .SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FREEZERS NEED DETAIL CLEANING.
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May 24, 2012
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated/labeled in wak in cooler, coolers, reach in freezer, must date and label food items in walk in cooler, coolers, reach in freezer.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Caulk by 3 compartment sink, prep table areas in state of disrepair, shall be replaced/repaired.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving, cooler shelving, prep table, ice machine not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in storage rooms need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Missing ceiling tiles in rear kitchen prep area, shall be provided, damaged ceiling tiles shall be replaced, walls in prep areas need detailed cleaning.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light shields in kitchen prep areas not clean, need cleaning.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vent(ventilation)in walk in cooler, coolers, kitchen prep area, not clean need detailed cleaning, exhaust vents in bathrooms need cleaning.
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Dec 6, 2011
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DAMAGED BASE WALLS IN STORAGE AREA MUST BE FIXED CEILING FAN IN DINING AREA HAS BEEN CLEANED
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Nov 28, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #580163,04-04-11 NOT CORRECTED,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED,FOUND #32 MUST PROVIDE DRAIN STOPPERS IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT AND REAR,# 35 DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN PREP MUST BE REPLACED,TINY HOLES IN THE STORAGE AREA MUST BE SEALED ,#41 MUST ORGANIZE STORAGE ROOM; GIVEN 5 DAYS 12-06-11 TO CORRECT VIOLATION
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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. EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER NOT CLEAN,GREASY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;EXTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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. ALL SHELVES IN STORAGE ROOM UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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. CEILING FAN IN DINING AREA UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; DAMAGED BASEWALLS IN STORAGE ROOM MUST BE FIXED
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. CLEANING EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA MUST BE REMOVED AND PROPERLY STORED AT THE REAR AREA
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. MUST WEAR HAIR CAP /HAIRNET IN THE PREP AREA
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Apr 4, 2011
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 PROVIDE DRAIN STOPPERS IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT AND REAR; MUST REPLACE WORN OUT WEATHER STRIP AT THE EXIT DOOR,MUST PROPERLY SEAL DOOR; MUST PROVIDE WIRE SCREEN IN SMALL WINDOW AT THE REAR AREA
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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. SHELVES FOR CLEAN KITCHEN UTENSILS,SHELVES FOR INGREDIENTS UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; CHOPPING BOARD UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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. FLOOR THRUOUT NEEDS CLEANING,FRUITS INSIDE WALKL IN COOLER MUST BE ELEVATED 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR
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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. DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA NEEDS TO BE REPLACED; TINY HOLES IN THE STORAGE AREA MUST BE SEALED
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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. MUST ORGANIZE STORAGE ROOM
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Oct 14, 2010
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous serious violation not corrected 10-07-2010, report# 361300: -30 Foods stored inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers. -32 Bottom of storage shelves and shelves inside coolers rusted. Instructed to repaint with non-toxic paint. -35 Wall tile missing in areas. Instructed to replace missing tile and seal all holes and openings. -38 Hot water pressure low at rear exposed handsink. Instructed to increase water at handsink. First handsink in prep area faucet handles not maintained. Instructed to repair handles to have water supply turn on and off. Men's toilet room yrinal not maintained. Instructed to install urinal at plumbing fixture. Critical citation issued 7-42-090 Plumber arrived on premises before end of inspection to repair plumbing. Service invoice attach. Manager started at end of inspection cleaning and repaint shelves.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in rear. Instructed to remove all unused articles and detail clean area.
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Oct 7, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previuos minor violations not corrected:02-03-2010, report# 150234: -30 Foods stored inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original container. -32 Bottom of storage shelves and shelves inside cooler rusted. Instructed to to remove rust and apply non-toxic sealant. Bottom of storage cabinet not sealed. Instructed to seal holes around pipes. -33 Cooking equipment, storage shelves, deep fryer cabinet, prep tables and counter and front cabinets not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize. -34 Floor not cleaned or maintained thru-out premises. Instructed to detail clean and reseal floor of missing grout. -35 Light covers in areas not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Ceiling tile missing or damaged in areas. Instructed to replace all missing or damaged tiles. Wallbase and coving not maintained along wall in prep and storage area. Instructed to reseal rubber coving. Wall tile missing in areas. Instructed to replace missing tile and seal all holes. -38 Hot water pressure low at rear exposed handsink. Instructed to increase water at handsink. First handsink in prep area faucet handles not maintained. Instructed to repair handles to have water supply turn on and off. Men's toilet room urinal not maintained. Instructed to install urinal at plumbing fixture. Serious citation issued 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Interior ice machine panel not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: One compartment sink leaking at bottom drainline. Instructed to repair to prevent leak.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in rear. Instructed to remove all unused articles and detail clean area.
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Mar 11, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
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Feb 3, 2010
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods stored inside cooler not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original container.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Bottom of storage shelves and shelves inside cooler rusted. Instructed to remove rust and apply non-toxic sealant. Bottom of storage cabinet not sealed. Instructed to seal holes around pipes.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Cooking equipment, storage shelves, deep fryer cabinet, prep tables and counter and front cabinets not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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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 thru-out premises. Instructed to detail clean and reseal floor of missing grout.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light covers in areas not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Ceiling tile missing or damaged in areas. Instructed to replace all missing or damaged tiles. Wallbase and coving not maintained along wall in prep and storage area. Instructed to reseal rubber coving. Wall tile missing in areas. Instructed to replace missing tile and seal all holes.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Hot water pressure low at rear exposed hand sink. Instructed to increase water pressure at hand sink. First hand sink in prep area faucet handles not maintained. Instructed to repair handles to have water supply turn on and off. Men's toilet room urinal not maintained. Instructed to remove water supply and cap off.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Playa Escondida Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Playa Escondida Restaurant on file is from May 15, 2013. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Playa Escondida Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Playa Escondida Restaurant.
Has Playa Escondida Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Playa Escondida Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Playa Escondida Restaurant 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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