Tecalitlan
Last inspected: Jan 25, 2021
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Score
Tecalitlan has been inspected 22 times since 2010. Tecalitlan was last inspected on Jan 25, 2021. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Note that Tecalitlan's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jan 25, 2021; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, which has been cited 16 times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Tecalitlan is doing better than most peers. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspection History
Jan 25, 2021
Routine
No violations found.
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Nov 8, 2019
Routine
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND PREP COOLERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES PROVIDED INSIDE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP ON LIGHT SHIELD COVERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA IN THE 1ST AND 2ND FLLOR. MUST CLEN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT BULBS IN REAR KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS IN THE 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS. MUST CLEAN VENTILATION VENTS AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS LOCATED ON THE 2ND FLOOR. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE MUST USE NON TOXIC PAINT.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR KITCHEN DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING AT THE 2-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 30, 2018
Routine
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: PREMISES HAS NO CONSUMER ADVISORY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODE OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: PREMISES HAS NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODE OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: PREMISES HAS NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. #7-38-005.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WORKING THERMOMETER FOR COOLERS AND AT STEAM TABLE.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE FOR PROPER CLEANING AND SANITIZING.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLEAN PLATES IN THE PREP AREA WITH FOOD DEBRIS ON THE TOP PLATES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT CLEAN DISHES IN STORAGE RACK TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE POT WASHING AREA WITH A SLOW DRAIN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. NOTED ONE OF THE HAND SINKS IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM NOT WORKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED THE FLOORS THROUGH OUT 1st FLOOR PREP AREA DIRTY AND IN POOR REPAIR (MISSING GROUT). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, AND REGROUT TO PREVENT BREEDING AREA FOR PESTS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODE OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Feb 22, 2017
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: IMPROPER DISHWASHING WITHOUT SANITIZING DISHES AND UTENSILS: OBSERVED AN EMPLOYEE WASHING AND RINSING UTENSILS IN A 2-COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT SANITZING AND PLACING DISHES IN A CLEAN CONTAINER FOR FUTURE USE. INSTRUCTED STAFF THAT DISHWASHING MUST BE PERFORMED IN THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK BY WASH, RINSE, AND SANITZING ALL EQUIPMENT. EMPLOYEES MAY WASH AND RINSE EQUIPMENT, THEN USE THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE BUT DISHES MUST BE WASHED AND RINSED IN THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. CRITICAL VIOLATION 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: OBSERVED PLASTIC CUPS IN THE CONTAINERS OF SALSA USED TO DISPENSE FOOD AND ICE SCOOPS IN THE CONTAINERS OF ICE WITH THE HANDLES FACING DOWN IN THE FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO USE HANDLED SCOOPS/SPOONS TO DISPENSE FOOD AND TO STORE SCOOPS EITHER IN A SEPARATE CONTAINER IN BETWEEN USE OR IN THE FOOD WITH THE HANDLE FACING UP.
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Jan 24, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLASTIC CUPS IN THE CONTAINERS OF SALSA USED TO DISPENSE FOOD AND ICE SCOOPS IN THE CONTAINERS OF ICE WITH THE HANDLES FACING DOWN IN THE FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO USE HANDLED SCOOPS/SPOONS TO DISPENSE FOOD AND TO STORE SCOOPS EITHER IN A SEPARATE CONTAINER IN BETWEEN USE OR IN THE FOOD WITH THE HANDLE FACING UP.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST RESURFACE THE BOTTOM OF THE STAIRCASE IN THE REAR PREP ON THE FIRST FLOOR THAT LEADS TO THE SECOND FLOOR PREP TO PREVENT PAINT AND RUST FROM CHIPPING OFF AND ENDING UP IN THE 1ST FLOOR FLOORS, TOP OF COOLERS, ETC.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE GASKETS AROUND THE TWO DOOR COLD-HOLDING UNIT DOORS SOILED WITH FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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: REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE ABOVE THE FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA NEAR THE STAIRCASE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE GASKET ON THE FAUCET HEAD OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO REPAIR LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 22, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE CEILING TILES INSIDE THE HOT WATER TANK AREA THEY ARE BROKEN AND STAINS NOT CLEANABLE. SURACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
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Mar 14, 2016
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE:COOKED INSIDE THE MICROWAVE ATTEMP OF 89.9F TO 128.4F; COOKED DICED BEEF AT TEMP OF 77.7F, PRODUCT WAS STORED INSIDE PREP COOLER ON THE FIRST FLOOR KITCHEN. HOT FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 140F AND ABOVE COLD FOOD 40F AND BELOW. FOOD DISCAERDED AND DENATURED. POUNDS 8,VALUE CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A)
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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: OUTER OPENING NOT PROTECTED SIDE BOTTOM DOOR WITH 1/4 TO 1" GAP.INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NO INGREDIENT LABELS PROVIDED FOR SINGLE SERVNG CAKE FOR CUSTMERS TO GO. NEED TO PROVIDED
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: BROKEN CABINET IN THE STAFF WASHROOM AT SECOND FLOOR NEED TO REPLACE. BROKEN SHELF UNDER THE PREP TABLE AT SECOND FLOOR KITCHEN, IS BENDED ,TILTED AND ALMOST TOUCHING THE FLOOR ALSO SURFACE IS RUSTED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE SAID SHELFBROKEN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE TWO REACH-IN COOLER,NEED TO REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NEED TO CLEAN INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER AT SECOND FLOOR PREP AREA,REMOVE ENCRUSTED BUILD-UP
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENTS,SHELVES ,UNDER DISH MACHINE, UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ALONG BASE BOARD AND CORNERS. REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES AT EMPLOYEE DRESSING ROOM AT SECOND FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE CEILING TILES INSIDE THE HOT WATER TANK AREA THEY ARE BROKEN AND STAINS NOT CLEANABLE. SURACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
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Aug 13, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SALSA REACH IN COOLER IN NEED OF NEW RUBBER GASKETS AND SEAL TO INNER DOOR TO COVER EXPOSED INSULATION. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FRYERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND STANDING WATER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHTS IN NEED OF PROPER SHEILDING WITH END CAPS. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FAUCET AT 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA IN NEED OF REPAIR. FAUCET LEAKS AND TIED WITH PLACTIC. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 7, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED SINK AND GRILL IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. REPAIR RIGHT DOOR ON MIDDLE PREP COOLER IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. REMOVE RUSTY SURFACES ON SHELVES IN FIRST FLOOR SALSA REACH-IN COOLER. SEAL RAW WOOD SHELVES IN SECOND FLOOR LIQUOR STORAGE AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REMOVE EXCESS WATER OFF FLOOR IN EAST BAR. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND BAR AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING IN PREP AREA. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER EXPOSED SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 2-COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. EXTEND WASTE LINES TO FLOOR DRAIN IN EAST BAR(CURRENTLY DRAINING IN CONTAINER).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ORGANIZE REACH-IN COOLERS. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Feb 10, 2014
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: ELEVATE DRINK MIX OFF FLOOR IN WEST BAR AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR CEILING NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. SEAL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA,
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR PREP AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE RUNNING WATER AT UTILITY SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA AND 1-COMP SINK IN SECOND FLOOR PREP AREA. PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR AREAS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. ORGANIZE ALL COOLERS.
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Feb 3, 2014
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: NOT HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER AT EXPOSED SINK IN EAST BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR EXPOSED SINK FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: INVERT ALL GLASSES IN BAR AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, SINKS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: ELEVATE DRINK MIX OFF FLOOR IN WEST BAR AREA. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND BAR AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR CEILING NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. SEAL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA,
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR PREP AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE RUNNING WATER AT UTILITY SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA AND 1-COMP SINK IN SECOND FLOOR PREP AREA. REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER EXPOSED SINK AND LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR AREAS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. ORGANIZE ALL COOLERS.
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May 16, 2013
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ice bins not provided with covers in bar/beverage area. Instructed to provide covers for all ice bins.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Utensils and equipment not cleaned in prep areas. 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. Floor tile not maintained in areas. Instructed to repair all damaged floor tile and seal cracks in floor tile.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile not maintained in areas. Instructed to replace any damaged ceiling tile.
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May 10, 2013
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Dishmachine not properly sanitizing equipment and utensils. Low temp dishmachine final rinse at 50 ppm of chlorine while being used. Instructed that low temperature dishmachine final rinse must be at 100 ppm of chlorine to properly sanitize utensils. Critiical citation issued 7-38-030. "Held for Inspection" tag placed on dishmachine.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. Faucet at three compartment sink broken and disconnected from wall, no running water to compartment and not able to properly wash, rinse or sanitize utensils or equipment. Instructed to repair faucet to properly reach all three compartments with hot and cold running water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ice bins not provided with covers in bar/beverage area. Instructed to provide covers for all ice bins.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Utensils and equipment not cleaned in prep areas. 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. Floor tile not maintained in areas. Instructed to repair all damaged floor tile and seal cracks in floor tile.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile not maintained in areas. Instructed to replace any damaged ceiling tile.
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Dec 17, 2012
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: WIPE INTERIOR PANEL OF LARGE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED, BOTTOM CABINETS OF FRYERS AND UNDER GRILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR UNDER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED AND BEHIND ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE STANDING WATER.
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May 25, 2012
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL WORN CUTTING BOARDS,3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN JUICE AREA IS SEPERATING FROM WALL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE FOOD DEBRI & GREASE FROM PIPES OF PLUMBING & EQUIPMENT,PREP COOLERS,CABINETS,UNDER SIDE OF DISH MACHINE,DISH RACKS IN JUICE AREA,FAN GUARD COVERS IN ALL COOLERS,EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAPS AT SINKS,VENTILATION VENTS IN TOILET ROOM.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST GROUT FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP,BAR & DISH WASHING AREAS.MUST CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS & FLOOR THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE RUSTED OUT STAIR CASES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED & MISSING WALL TRIM,WALL BASES,CEILING TILES.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS & HOLES IN WALLS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE,PREP AREAS & WHERE NEEDED.REAR DOOR IS RUSTING OUT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 1ST FL.PREP AREA HAND SINK PIPE LEAKING,2ND FL. 2-COMP SINK LEAKY PIPE & FAUCET.
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May 16, 2012
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #659774 12/21/11 NOT CORRECTED #32-REPLACE/RESEAL RUSTY WIRE SHELVING IN COOLERS,AND REPLACE GASKETS IN ALL COOLERS WHERE NEEDED,ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH & EASILY CLEANABLE,MUST ALSO REPAIR BROKEN HANDLE ON 2ND FL. WALK IN COOLER.MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARDS AT ALL EXPOSED HAND BOWLS WHERE NEEDED TO PREVENT CONTIMINATION.#33- MUST CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT 1ST & 2ND FL.#35-MUST REMOVE ALL MOLDY LOOKING SEALANT 1ST & 2ND FL. AREAS BY 3- COMPARTMENT SINKS.#36-MUST REPLACE ALL CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS & MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN 1ST & 2ND FL.#39 MUST PROVIDE SANITIZING BUCKETS FOR DIRTY DISH TOWELS TO BE STORED DURING USE.#40-MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.#41-REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED AT REAR BENEATH THE STAIRS.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL WORN CUTTING BOARDS,3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN JUICE AREA IS SEPERATING FROM WALL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE FOOD DEBRI & GREASE FROM PIPES OF PLUMBING & EQUIPMENT,PREP COOLERS,CABINETS,UNDER SIDE OF DISH MACHINE,DISH RACKS IN JUICE AREA,FAN GUARD COVERS IN ALL COOLERS,EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAPS AT SINKS,VENTILATION VENTS IN TOILET ROOM.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST GROUT FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP,BAR & DISH WASHING AREAS.MUST CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS & FLOOR THROUGHOUT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED & MISSING WALL TRIM,WALL BASES,CEILING TILES.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS & HOLES IN WALLS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE,PREP AREAS & WHERE NEEDED.REAR DOOR IS RUSTING OUT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 1ST FL.PREP AREA HAND SINK PIPE LEAKING,2ND FL. 2-COMP SINK LEAKY PIPE & FAUCET.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SEPERATE ICE BIN IN BAR AREA TO SERVE ICE FROM AND NOT THE SAME BIN AS BEER & SODA LINES ARE STORED IN FOR CONSUMPTION.
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Dec 21, 2011
Complaint
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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.REPLACE/RESEAL RUSTY WIRE SHELVING IN COOLERS, AND REPLACE GASKET IN ALL COOLER WHERE NEEDED, ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE, MUST ALSO REPAIR BROKEN HANDLE TO 2ND FLOOR WALK-IN COOLER MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARDS AT ALL EXPOSED HAND BOWLS WHERE NEEDED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION
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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.MUST CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR AREAS
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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. CLEAN FLOORS AFTER EACH SPILL OF FOOD DEBRI
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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.MUST REMOVE ALL MOLDY LOOKING SEALANT 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR AREAS BY 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MUST REPLACE ALL CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELD 2ND FLOOR KITCHEN
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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 ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS FOR ALL THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored.MUST PROVIDE SANITIZING BUCKETS FOR DIRTY DISH TOWELS TO BE STORED DURING USE
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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 IN ALL COOLERS AND PROVIDE COOKS WITH THERMOMETERS TO TAKE TEMPERATURE OF FOODS
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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.REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED AT REAR BENEATH THE STAIRS.
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Sep 29, 2011
Complaint
8 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. REPLACE/RESEAL RUSTY WIRE SHELVING IN COOLERS, AND REPLACE GASKET IN ALL COOLER WHERE NEEDED, ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE, MUST ALSO REPAIR BROKEN HANDLE TO 2ND FLOOR WALK-IN COOLER MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARDS AT ALL EXPOSED HAND BOWLS WHERE NEEDED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION
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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. MUST CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR AREAS
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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. CLEAN FLOORS AFTER EACH SPILL OF FOOD DEBRI
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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. MUST REMOVE ALL MOLDY LOOKING SEALANT 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR AREAS BY 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST REPLACE ALL CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELD 2ND FLOOR KITCHEN
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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 ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS FOR ALL THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. MUST PROVIDE SANITIZING BUCKETS FOR DIRTY DISH TOWELS TO BE STORED DURING USE
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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 IN ALL COOLERS AND PROVIDE COOKS WITH THERMOMETERS TO TAKE TEMPERATURE OF FOODS
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Feb 10, 2011
Routine
8 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 REMOVE ALL FOIL FROM COOLER SURFACES, REPLACE/RESEAL RUSTY WIRE SHELVING IN SALSA COOLER, AND REPLACE GASKET IN THE SAME COOLER, ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
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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. MUST CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT 1ST FLOOR COOKING AREA, TOPS AND SIDE OF ALL EQUIPMENT 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR AREAS, AND FRONT SALSA COOLER NEEDS CLEANING
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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 BY FRONT SERVICE AREA, WHERE SYRUP IS STORED NEEDS CLEANING
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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. MUST REMOVE ALL MOLDY LOOKING SEALANT 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR AREAS BY 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. MUST REPLACE ALL CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELD 2ND FLOOR KITCHEN
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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 FAUCET AT 1ST FLOOR 3 COMPARTMENT 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. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS AND PROVIDE COOKS WITH THERMOMETERS TO TAKE TEMPERATURE OF FOODS
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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 CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE 3RD FLOOR STORAGE AREA
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Jun 7, 2010
Tag Removal
7 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.REPLACE GASKETS AT 2 DOOR COOLERS,REPLACE/REPAIR ALL RUSTY COOLERS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH ALSO REPLACED WORNED OUT CUTTING BOARDS.
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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 KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS COOLERS,FOOD PREP TABLES,GRILLS,ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,SHELVING,BAR GUNS,BEHIND FRONT COUNTERS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING.
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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.FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING ESPECIALLY IN STORAGE AREAS.
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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.WALLS/CEILING IN FOOD PREP AREA NEED CLEANING,SEAL OPENINGS AT CEILING ALONG DISHMACHINE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.LIGHT BULB IN WALK-IN-COOLER NOT SHIELDED.
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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.EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM VENTILATION NOT WORKING.
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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.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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May 28, 2010
Tag Removal
7 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.REPLACE GASKETS AT 2 DOOR COOLERS,REPLACE/REPAIR ALL RUSTY COOLERS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH ALSO REPLACED WORNED OUT CUTTING BOARDS.
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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 KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS COOLERS,FOOD PREP TABLES,GRILLS,ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,SHELVING,BAR GUNS,BEHIND FRONT COUNTERS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING.
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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.FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING ESPECIALLY IN STORAGE AREAS.
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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.WALLS/CEILING IN FOOD PREP AREA NEED CLEANING,SEAL OPENINGS AT CEILING ALONG DISHMACHINE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.LIGHT BULB IN WALK-IN-COOLER NOT SHIELDED.
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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.EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM VENTILATION NOT WORKING.
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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.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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May 26, 2010
Routine
9 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.FOUND 2 FOOD PREP COOLERS IN KITCHEN WITH IMPROPER TEMPERATURES AMBIENT AIR 60F.TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION,MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED,THE CDPH IS NOTIFIED VIA FAX 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL.
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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.FOUND VARIOUS POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN SAID COOLERS INTERNAL TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 60F-66F,COOKED PORK 12#,COOKED STEAK 7#,CHEESE 5#,SOUR CREAM 6 GALLONS,GUACAMOLE 8#.SAID FOODS DISCARDED,DENATURED.TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE$500.
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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.REPLACE GASKETS AT 2 DOOR COOLERS,REPLACE/REPAIR ALL RUSTY COOLERS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH ALSO REPLACED WORNED OUT CUTTING BOARDS.
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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 KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS COOLERS,FOOD PREP TABLES,GRILLS,ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,SHELVING,BAR GUNS,BEHIND FRONT COUNTERS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING.
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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.FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING ESPECIALLY IN STORAGE AREAS.
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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.WALLS/CEILING IN FOOD PREP AREA NEED CLEANING,SEAL OPENINGS AT CEILING ALONG DISHMACHINE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.LIGHT BULB IN WALK-IN-COOLER NOT SHIELDED.
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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.EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM VENTILATION NOT WORKING.
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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.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tecalitlan last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tecalitlan on file is from Jan 25, 2021. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tecalitlan?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited 16 times, more than any other issue at Tecalitlan.
Has Tecalitlan's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Tecalitlan have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tecalitlan 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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