Taqueria Los Dos Michoacanos
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2016
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Taqueria Los Dos Michoacanos appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2011. On Oct 28, 2016, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Taqueria Los Dos Michoacanos's record stops at Oct 28, 2016, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited four times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Oct 28, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 21, 2016
Routine
4 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 1 LIVE ROACH INSIDE UNUSED REACH IN COOLER ALSO OBSERVED ONE LIVE ROACH ON WALL BEHIND CALENDERS BY REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ROACH ACTIVITY. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PREP AREA 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR RUBBER GASKETS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF UNUSED REACH IN COOLER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WEST WALL NOT CLEAN BEHIND SHELVES BY 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN WALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 30, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOODS NOT PROPERLY STORED INSIDE FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOODS INSIDE FOOD GRADE FREEZER OR FOOD STORAGE BAGS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN OR MAINTAINED BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR DAILY,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES,
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,
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Nov 20, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOODS NOT PROPERLY STORED INSIDE FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOODS INSIDE FOOD GRADE FRREZER OR STORAGE BAGS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MULTI USE UTENSILS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE, STOVE, EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR DAILY AND PROVIDE COVER OR SCREEN OVER OPEN FLOOR VENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER AND AWAY FROM WALL.
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Jan 27, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Bulk storage containers not labeled. Instructed to label exterior of all containers.
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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 including basement. Instructed to detail clean daily. Floor vent cover not maintained. Instructed to replace damaged vent cover.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided inside front refrigerator. Instructed to provide thermometer inside all coolers.
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Jan 29, 2013
Reinspection
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: EXCESSIVE GREASE ON FILTERS AND HOOD AND DUST ON CEILING ATTACHMENT, FANS IN DINING AREA AND VENT COVERS INSIDE WASHROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT FIXTURE ABOVE PREP COOLER AT PREP AREA.
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Jan 22, 2013
Routine
9 minor violations.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED, NO SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE/PAPER TOWELS FOR THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED, MUST PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT ALL TIMES. EMPLOYEE WENT OUT TO PURCHASE TOWELS. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-030.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3PART SINK NOT MAINTAINED; THE FAUCET FOR THE 3PART SINK DOES NOT REACH ALL THREE COMPARTMENTS. ONLY REACHING THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE FAUCET, MUST REACH ALL THREE COMPARTMENT. SERIOUS 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: CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS NOT PROPERLY STORED, INSTRUCTED TO INVERT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP ON EQUIPMENT; MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SLICER 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: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND THRU-OUT THE BASEMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE GREASE ON FILTERS AND HOOD AND DUST ON CEILING ATTACHMENT, FANS IN DINING AREA AND VENT COVERS INSIDE WASHROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT FIXTURE ABOVE PREP COOLER AT PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN SELF-CLOSING DEVICE FOR MEN'S WASHROOM DOOR.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORED CLEANING TOWELS.
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Nov 1, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 26, 2011
License
7 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: 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 SOME MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR, ALONG WALLS IN BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE AREA. ADVICED TO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE.
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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.
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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 AND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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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 DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS THRU-OUT PREMISES, INCLUDING BASEMENT.
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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 PROVIDE DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3PART SINK.
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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.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT BASEMENT, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Los Dos Michoacanos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Los Dos Michoacanos on file is from Oct 28, 2016. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria Los Dos Michoacanos?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Los Dos Michoacanos.
Has Taqueria Los Dos Michoacanos' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Los Dos Michoacanos have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taqueria Los Dos Michoacanos 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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