Restaurant El Mogote
Last inspected: Dec 9, 2019
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Going back to 2010, Restaurant El Mogote has 19 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Dec 9, 2019. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Note that Restaurant El Mogote's inspection history hasn't been updated since Dec 9, 2019; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the recurring theme, flagged eight times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Restaurant El Mogote's 78 doesn't quite reach. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Dec 9, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN INCOMPLETE CLEAN UP KIT /PROCEDURE ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO HAVE A COMPLETE KIT/PROCEDURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: : NO PERSON OR EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION THAT ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES ARE INFORMED OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY DISEASE TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 , CITATION ISSUED. INFORMED ON 2/8/2019 ESS REPORT #2261775
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES AT REAR STORAGE AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE CEILING TILES.
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Feb 8, 2019
Routine
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO PERSON OR EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION THAT ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES ARE INFORMED OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY DISEASE TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 (A), NO CITATION.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS (RICE,CHEESES) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOODS MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS AND TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT PROVIDED ON THE MENU IN THE RESTAURANT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS TO A REMINDER STATEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES NEAR WALL MOUNTED.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES AND TO MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Apr 12, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 5, 2018
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: WASTE WATER BACKING UP ON THE 1ST AND 3RD COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE 3 COMPT SINK WHEN I PULLED OUT THE DRAIN STOPPER FROM THE MIDDLE COMPT SINK. CRITICAL VIOLATION. 7-38-030. MANAGER CALLED A PLUMBER, NAMED DANILO FROM DANILO'S PLUMBING CO. TEL NO 773-512-2190. DURING INSPECTION. PLUMBER ARRIVED AND WAS ABLE TO FIXED THE PROBLEM. 3 COMPT SINK IS NOW DRAINING WELL.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT 2102448 DATED 10/24/18. #36-Observed missing light shield on light fixture at rear dry storage room. Instructed to provide light shield on light fixture or shatter-proof light bulbs and maintain. #38-Observed 1 sink stopper missing at the dishwashing 3 compartment sink. Instructed to provide and maintain adequate sink stoppers at the dishwashing 3 comp sink. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND REMOVE DUST BUILD -UP ON THE FAN GUARD OF THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE RIGHT CORNER OF THE DEEP FRYER AND IN THE FRONT OF THE PREP TABLE. MUST REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES,MAKE THE FLOOR SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THRU-OUT THE RESTAURANT. MUST REPLACE CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE WORKING THERMOMETER FOR ALL COOLERS AND REPLACE BROKEN THERMOMETER.
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Oct 24, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors are dirty in the rear dry storage room.Instructed to clean floors in detail and maintain.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Observed missing light shield on light fixture at rear dry storage room.Instructed to provide light shield on light fixture or shatter-proof light bulbs and maintain.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed 1 sink stopper missing at the dishwashing 3 compartment sink.Instructed to provide and maintain adequate sink stoppers at the dishwashing 3 comp sink.
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Jan 26, 2017
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN GASKETS AT THE COOKLINE 2 DOOR COOLER AND 1 STAND-UP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 18, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#1936216 DATED:09/08/2016. 38 FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT ICE MACHINE WATERLINE. MUST PROVIDE. 12/08/2016. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATION AND MAINTAIN BY 1/25/2017. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WORNED-OUT WITH DEEP CUTS/STAINS.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED BROKEN GASKETS AT THE COOKLINE 2 DOOR COOLER AND 1 STAND-UP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIGHT FIXTURE LIGHT BULBS KITCHEN AREA NOT SHIELDED.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER-PROOF LIGHTS AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 8, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY. MUST STORE INVERTED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT ICE MACHINE WATERLINE. MUST PROVIDE.
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Mar 22, 2016
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN GASKETS ON THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER AND THE ONE DOOR FREEZER. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED THE LARGE CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES IN IT. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO SHIELD THE LIGHTS ABOVE THE PREP TABLE NEAR THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK AND TO MAINTAIN.
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May 21, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUSTY WIRE SHELVING INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL OR REPLACE,
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR DEEP FRYER CABINET NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT TOO DIM REAR STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE LIGHT,
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,
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Oct 16, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOODS NOT PROPERLY STORED INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN FOOD GRADE FREEZER OR STORAGE BAGS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR DEEP FRYER CABINET NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENTILATION NOT PROVIDED INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXHAUST FAN OR HAVE WINDOW OPEN DURING HOURS OF OPERATION.
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Feb 4, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exhaust hood and filters and exterior of cooking equipment 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 along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Apr 4, 2013
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE, WASHING AND RINSING MULTI-USE UTENSILS INSIDE A 2PART SINK AND SETTING THEM TO DRY, HOWEVER NOT USING A SANITIZING METHOD. INSTRUCTED/DEMONSTRATED PROPER SET-UP OF 3PART SINK FOR PROPER SANITATION OF EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS USING 100PPM CHLORINE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: PREP FOOD INSIDE STORAGE REACH IN COOLER NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORED CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON STORAGE SHELVES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON TWO DOORS REACH IN COOLER AT REAR OF PREP AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON EQUIPMENT; MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOKING EQUIPMENT AND CHEST FREEZERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS INSIDE THE STORAGE ROOM/CLOSET AND UNDER 2PART SINK, MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AND REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES THRU-OUT PREMISES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: GREASE BUILD-UP ON FILTERS, MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 2PART SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE CLEANING TOWELS IN AN APPROVED SANITIZER.
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Oct 3, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 25, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHILE PRPARING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SUCH AS TACOS, TAMALES,BEEF SOUP ETC. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE EHILE PREPARING AND SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS, 7-38-012. MANAGER RIGOBERTO ROSAS ARRIVED ON SITE AT 4:00PM WHILE I"M STILL TYPING THE REPORT.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #521307 DATED 3/24/11. #32 MUST REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON BOTH PREP REACH IN COOLER DOORS. #42-ALL EMPLOYEES SHALL BE REQUIRED TO USE EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS TO CONFINE HAIR. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS,7-42-090.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FAN GUARD OF ONE OF THE (4 ) 2 DOOR COOLER WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MISSING END CAPS ON THE LIGHT BULBS ON TOP OF THE GRILL. MUST PROVIDE.
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Mar 24, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times. EXPOSED HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. OBSERVED A TRAY WITH MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON TOP OF SINK. ALSO NOTED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE SAME SINK. INSTRUCTED SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-030.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED ON STORAGE SHELVES.
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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 REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON BOTH PREP REACH IN COOLERS DOORS.
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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; COOKING EQUIPMENT, GREASE TRAPS, AND CHEST FREEZER.
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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 FLOORS AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS THRU-OUT.
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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 LEAKING PIPE UNDER EXPOSED SINK.
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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.
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Sep 8, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 18, 2010
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION #277897 DATED 8.2.10. INSTALL DRAINBOARD ON 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: 8.MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION #277897 DATED 02.10. DETAIL CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT, INSIDE AND OUT INCLUDING CONNECTED PIPES TO REMOVE ACCUMULLATED DUST AND GREASE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: 8.MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION #277897 DATED 02.10. SEAL HOLES IN CEILING THROUGHOUT PREMISES. SEAL HOLE IN WALL UNDER 2 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Aug 2, 2010
License
4 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. PLACE PAPER TOWEL RACK CLOSER TO HANDSINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTALL A DRAIN BOARD ON 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTALL A KNIFE RACK FOR PROPER STORAGE.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT, INSIDE AND OUT INCLUDING CONNECTED PIPES TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED DUST AND GREASE. HAVE INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED TO REMOVE DEPOSITS.
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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. SEAL HOLES IN CEILING IN FRONT NEAR TV AND REAR AROUND PIPE AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES. SEAL HOLE IN WALL UNDER 2 COMPARTMENT SINK. CLEAN SCREEN LEFT OF STAND UP COOLER IN REAR AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES. PAINT ALL RAW WOOD THROUGHOUT PREMISES. PROVIDE A SPACE FOR PROPER STORAGE OF CHEMICALS AWAY FROM FOOD.
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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. REPAIR SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR. PROVIDE A PLACE TO STORE CLOTHING, SHOES, PURSES ETC AWAY FROM FOOD.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Restaurant El Mogote last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Restaurant El Mogote on file is from Dec 9, 2019. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Restaurant El Mogote?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Restaurant El Mogote.
Has Restaurant El Mogote's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Restaurant El Mogote have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Restaurant El Mogote 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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