Sombrero
Last inspected: Aug 26, 2014
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Score
Across the available record, Sombrero has five inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent report on file is from Aug 26, 2014. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Sombrero dates to Aug 26, 2014.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Sombrero's 78 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Aug 26, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND WATER ON THE BOTTOM SHELF OF THE COLD HOLING COOLER FROM CONDENSATION LINE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR REFRIGERATOR UNIT TO PREVENT CONDENSATION FROM SETTLING INSIDE THE COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN SODA NOZZLES AT BOTH BARS AND CLEAN REGULARLY.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES ON THE UPSTAIRS DANCE FLOOR TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH EASILY CLENABLE SURFACE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE DOWNSTAIRS MEN'S BATHROOM.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND A LEAKY FAUCET HEAD ON THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GASKET AND MAINTAIN SINK COMPONENTS.
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Aug 27, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CORRECTED.
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Aug 20, 2013
Routine
9 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION .MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL ATT:A.LOPEZ. SERIOUS VIOLATION 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 LIVE FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY BEHIND BOTH BARS. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS,CEILINGS BEHIND THE BARS.THE FRONT DOOR AT CENTER BOTTOM HAS A GAP 1/4" MODE OF PEST ENTRY. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY AND RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR.ALSO;THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS INCOMPLETE LAST SERVICE WAS 10/25/10 AND EXPIRED IDPH LICENSES,A MAP LOCATOR MUST BE IN PLACE INDICATING ALL PEST CONTROL SERVICES PROVIDED FOR THIS FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food stored in coolers must be dated & labeled.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASHGUARD FOR THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA AND PROVIDE ICE BIN COVERS FOR THE ICE BINS AT BARS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN INTERIORS/EXTERIORS OF COOLERS,STOVE/OVENS/GRILL,DEEP FRYERS,INTERIOR BASINS OF THE 3 COMP SINKS KITCHEN,BAR AREAS,BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED AT BAR ETC.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING,INCLUDING THE FLOOR DRAINS THGROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.ALSO,REPAIR FLOORING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER BASEMENT AREA MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: WOMENS TOILET ROOM DOOR IN BASEMENT MUST BE SELF CLOSING.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN,ORGANIZE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS,REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE. ALL REMAINING ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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Oct 28, 2010
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL THE AREAS BEHIND THE BAR.
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Oct 21, 2010
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED BASEMENT REFRIGERATOR WITH AN INTERNAL AIR TEMPERATURE OF 50.9F. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST MAINTAIN BELOW 40F. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED CHORIZO AT 46.7F AND SOUR CREAM AT 44.7F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 15# OF FOOD WORTH $32. CRITICAL VIOLATION 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: 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. OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES BEHIND BOTH BARS. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS BEHIND THE BARS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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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 THE INTERIOR OF THE SANDWICH OVEN, INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATOR.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE PREP AREA ESPECIALLY AROUND THE GREASE TRAP AND UNDER THE SINK.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA. SEAL THE AREAS BEHIND THE BAR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 2 SINK STOPPERS AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE PREP AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL COOLERS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sombrero last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sombrero on file is from Aug 26, 2014. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sombrero?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sombrero.
Has Sombrero's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sombrero have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sombrero 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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