Taco Chino 1

4712 N Kimball Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 20, 2016

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Taco Chino 1 stretching back to 2016. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 20, 2016. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Taco Chino 1's record stops at Dec 20, 2016, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed”, which has been cited two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Chicago restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 20, 2016

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: FOUND EXHAUST HOOD FILTERS NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS/FLOOR DRAINS NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: FOUND CLUTTER STORED IN REAR STORAGE. MUST CLEAN AND SANITZE.

Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOODHANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. MUST PROVIDE.

Mar 18, 2016

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 11, 2016

License

8 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: OBSERVED 15 FRUIT FLIES IN THE MOP CLOSET IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE ALL PESTS AND MAINTAIN. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL PROVIDER FOR SERVICE. FOUND THE REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF-OBSERVED A QUARTER INCH GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM EDGE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TIGHT FITTING. INCOMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE. FOUND ONE SERVICE RECEIPT ON SITE ONLY FROM 2-17-16. MISSING A COPY OF THE IDPH LICENSE OR MUST HAVE LICENSE NUMBER PRINTED ON ALL INVOICES AND A MAP OF ALL BAITSTATIONS OR A WRITTEN LOG OF BAITSTATIONS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector notes: NO CONSUMER ADVISORY POSTED (SERVING BEEF, CHICKEN, PORK, FISH). INSTRUCTED TO POST AND MAINTAIN.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE AS WELL AS CARDBOARD BOXES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE (FRIED TORTILLA CHIPS). INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE MATERIALS AND TO MAINTAIN. OBSERVED TIN FOIL ON SURFACES AS A LINER. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED TORN GASKETS ON THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE AND DIRT ACCUMULATION IN THE LOWER COMPARTMENT OF THE FRYER. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR IN THE MOP CLOSET AND THROUGHOUT FACILITY-UNDER, AROUND, AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING THERMOMETERS IN REFRIGERATION UNITS THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO INSTALL IN ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND TO MAINTAIN.

Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOODHANDLERS WORKING WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY THAT ALL FOODHANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS, COMPLY AND MAINTAIN.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector notes: OBSERVED WASH CLOTHS STORED ON COUNTERTOPS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS/WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZER SOLUTION AND TO MAINTAIN.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Chino 1 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Chino 1 on file is from Dec 20, 2016. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Chino 1?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Chino 1.

Has Taco Chino 1's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Chino 1 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Chino 1 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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