Zacatecas Restaurant
Last inspected: Oct 10, 2019
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Score
Across the available record, Zacatecas Restaurant has 15 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent report on file is from Oct 10, 2019. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result. Zacatecas Restaurant's record stops at Oct 10, 2019, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around nine violations each, up from closer to seven violations before.
Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded nine times.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Oct 10, 2019
Reinspection
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 Observed food items that are served raw or under cooked without a consumer advisory disclosure and reminder statement on the menu. Instructed management to mark all items that are served raw or under cooked and link that to a disclosure and reminder statement on the menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 Observed no kit for cleaning up vomit and diarrhea on site. Instructed management to maintain all necessary supplies including a sanitizer rated as effective against norovirus on premises. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17 Observed improper date marking of TCS foods. Instructed management that all refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food, prepared on site and held more than 24 hours must be labeled with the date of creation and the date of disposal. 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: 2-102.14(O) Observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed management to maintain copies of health policy signed by all employees on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010, no citation issued.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 Observed a large build up of grease and dirt on all cooking equipment in rear kitchen area. Instructed management to clean, sanitize, and maintain clean equipment.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 Observed no covered trash receptacle in the employee toilet room. Instructed to install and maintain a covered trash receptacle in the toilet room.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 Observed a build up of dirt and grease on the walls and floors of rear prep area and the walls and floors in bar area. Instructed management to clean and maintain.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 Observed employees with City of Chicago Sanitation Certificates that did not have allergen training. Instructed management all employees with City of Chicago Sanitation Certificates must maintain records of allergen training on premises.
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Sep 6, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed a prep cooler in the rear kitchen area containing the following items at the following improper temperatures: sour cream 52.0F, shredded lettuce 46.9F, tomatoes 51.1F, eggs at 55.9F, and salsa at 45.1F. Management voluntarily disposed of 5 pounds of food valued at $15. Priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed management to maintain copies of health policy signed by all employees on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010, no citation issued.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed no kit for cleaning up vomit and diarrhea on site. Instructed management to maintain all necessary supplies including a sanitizer rated as effective against norovirus on premises. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Observed a hand wash sink in the employee's restroom with no water available under pressure. Instructed management to maintain a functioning, fully equipped hand wash sink in the employee restroom at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c), citation issued.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed improper date marking of TCS foods. Instructed management that all refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food, prepared on site and held more than 24 hours must be labeled with the date of creation and the date of disposal. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed food items that are served raw or under cooked without a consumer advisory disclosure and reminder statement on the menu. Instructed management to mark all items that are served raw or under cooked and link that to a disclosure and reminder statement on the menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Observed no metal stem probe thermometer on site. Instructed management to maintain an accurate, metal stem, probe thermometer on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed approximately 100 mouse droppings on the floor and storage shelves throughout the prep, storage, utility closet, side bar, and main bar areas. Instructed management to remove all droppings, clean, sanitize and maintain a pest free environment. Recommended management to have pest control treat problem areas. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a), citation issued.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A PLASTIC GROCERY BAG USED TO STORE COOKED RICE IN THE HOT HOLDING UNIT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed a large build up of grease and dirt on all cooking equipment in rear kitchen area. Instructed management to clean, sanitize, and maintain clean equipment.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed no covered trash receptacles in the employee and women's toilet room. Instructed to install and maintain a covered trash receptacles in both toilet rooms.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Observed a build up of dirt and grease on the walls and floors of rear prep area and the walls and floors in bar area. Instructed management to clean and maintain.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed a heavy build up of grease and grime on the ventilation hood and filters over the grill. Instructed management to clean and maintain.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Observed employees with City of Chicago Sanitation Certificates that did not have allergen training. Instructed management all employees with City of Chicago Sanitation Certificates must maintain records of allergen training on premises.
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Sep 5, 2017
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLES,PREP TABLES,ROLLING CARTS,WHEEL BASES,REACH IN COOLER,PREP COOLERS,INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER SHELVING UNITS,MICROWAVE,CAN OPENER,UNUSED EQUIPMENT,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS & COMPRESSOR UNIT,CUTTING BOARDS,ALL STORAGE SHELVES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCETS AT REAR & BAR 3- COMP SINKS AND REMOVE TAPE FROM SAME,LEAKY DRAIN LINE AT BAR REACH IN COOLER.MUST PROVIDE A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA,BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK,SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN FRONT CLOSET,REAR STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN AND COVER UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN FREEZER SHELVING UNIT,RUSTY GREASE TRAP AT BAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,RUSTY INTERIOR PANEL INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE,RUSTY GRILL TABLE & UNUSED STEAM TABLELOWER SHELF.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER & PREP COOLER DOOR,MISSING HANDLES AND DAMAGED LID ON TOP SIDE OF PREP COOLER AND REMOVE STRING USED FOR HANDLES.MUST REMOVE TAPE FROM UNDERSIDES OF PREP TABLES,FOIL FROM SHELVING UNIT IN BAR AREA.
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Aug 28, 2017
Routine
12 minor violations.
View 12 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA UNDER CRATE AND NEXT TO FILE CABINET,BEHIND ICE MACHINE AND IN FRONT STORAGE CLOSET IN BETWEEN CLUTTER.ALSO EVIDENCE OF A UNKNOWN WHITE TOXIC POWDER ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP,BAR,DISH WASHING ,DINING AREAS.APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP IN LOWER LEFT CORNER OF REAR DOOR.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND UNKNOWN WHITE TOXIC POWDER,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/28/17.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS TO VIEW FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION. A NEW SUMMARY REPORT WILL BE GIVEN TO POST AT THIS TIME.(SERIOUS 7-42-010B)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN FREEZER SHELVING UNIT,RUSTY GREASE TRAP AT BAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,RUSTY INTERIOR PANEL INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE,RUSTY GRILL TABLE & UNUSED STEAM TABLELOWER SHELF.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER & PREP COOLER DOOR,MISSING HANDLES AND DAMAGED LID ON TOP SIDE OF PREP COOLER AND REMOVE STRING USED FOR HANDLES.MUST REMOVE TAPE FROM UNDERSIDES OF PREP TABLES,FOIL FROM SHELVING UNIT IN BAR AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLES,PREP TABLES,ROLLING CARTS,WHEEL BASES,REACH IN COOLER,PREP COOLERS,INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER SHELVING UNITS,MICROWAVE,CAN OPENER,UNUSED EQUIPMENT,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS & COMPRESSOR UNIT,CUTTING BOARDS,ALL STORAGE SHELVES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS,WALK IN COOLER,DRY STORAGE AREA AND FLOOR DRAINS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA,WALK IN FREEZER FLOORING IS LOOSE AND POOR REPAIR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN PREP AREA,CEILING IN WALK IN COOLER,FILTERS AND HOOD.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP ON VENTS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN PREP,BAR AND DINING AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON STAFF TOILET ROOM DOOR ADJACENT TO PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCETS AT REAR & BAR 3- COMP SINKS AND REMOVE TAPE FROM SAME,LEAKY DRAIN LINE AT BAR REACH IN COOLER.MUST PROVIDE A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA,BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK,SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR PREP COOLER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN FRONT CLOSET,REAR STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN AND COVER UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Nov 8, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR ALEXANDER AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE, SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012a.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR KITCHEN PREP UPRIGHT FREEZER INTERIOR NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TODEFROST AND CLEAN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED KITCHEN LIGHTS MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE A MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE NOZZLE LEAKING AT THE BASE DISH TOWEL OVER THE BASE SO YOU DON'T GET SPRAYED FROM THE WATER, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/OR REPLACE.
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May 13, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARDS, AND #10 CAN OPENER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO CLEAN FLAT TOP GRILL, EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT/FRYER STOVE TOP, AND DEFROST FRONT BAR GLASS FREEZER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OSERVED CLUTTER IN SIDE BAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.
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May 7, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED. MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: FOUND NO LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE ICE MACHINE AND MISSING END CAPS FOR LIGHT FIXTURES AT MAIN KITCHEN. MUST PROVIDE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS AND END CAPS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES FOR ICE MACHINE WATER LINE AND MOP SINK FAUCET. MUST PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES FOR ICE MACHINE AND MOP SINK.
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Feb 7, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had rust, peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in hot water heater room not clean, needs detailed cleaning(corners).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler, coolers not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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May 22, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 15, 2013
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: MUST UPDATE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH UP TO DATE PEST CONTROL REPORTS, AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS THATS NEEDED INSIDE LOG BOOK, BUSINESS LICENSE, CHEMICALS USED, MAP, ETC., AND OBSERVED ABOUT 20 MICE DROPPINGS IN STORAGE AREA WHERE ICE MACHINE IS LOCATED AND REAR STORAGE GARAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND CLOSE ALL ENTRY AREAS, TO PREVENT RODENT ACTIVITY, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, THROUGHOUT PREMISES
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE ICE MACHINE IN STORAGE AREA, AND PROVIDE MORE LIGHT REAR KITCHEN,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE/GARAGE AREAS, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND BETTER MAINTAIN ALL AREAS IN A NEATER FASHION
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May 14, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, TOP AREA OF MACHINE AND INTERIOR PANELS, APPEARS TO HAVE BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE BUILD-UP, ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE, AND USE PRE PACKAGE ICE, UNTIL MACHINE IS CLEAN, MACHINE TAGGED, INSTRUCTED TO FAX A LETTER TO CDPH ONCE MACHINE IS PROPERLY CLEAN AND SANITIZE, ALONG WITH RECEIPTS FROM COMPANY WHO CLEANED MACHINE, FAX #312746-4240 SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 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: MUST UPDATE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH UP TO DATE PEST CONTROL REPORTS, AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS THATS NEEDED INSIDE LOG BOOK, BUSINESS LICENSE, CHEMICALS USED, MAP, ETC., AND OBSERVED ABOUT 20 MICE DROPPINGS IN STORAGE AREA WHERE ICE MACHINE IS LOCATED AND REAR STORAGE GARAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND CLOSE ALL ENTRY AREAS, TO PREVENT RODENT ACTIVITY, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, THROUGHOUT PREMISES
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE ICE MACHINE IN STORAGE AREA, AND PROVIDE MORE LIGHT REAR KITCHEN,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE/GARAGE AREAS, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND BETTER MAINTAIN ALL AREAS IN A NEATER FASHION
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Jun 18, 2012
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
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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 utensil to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exterior of cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase in prep and storage area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. Floor not maintained in walk-in-freezer. Instructed to replace rusted floor or apply non-toxic sealant.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile damaged in rear. Instructed to replace worn ceiling tile.
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May 14, 2012
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
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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 utensil to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exterior of cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase in prep and storage area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. Floor not maintained in walk-in-freezer. Instructed to replace rusted floor or apply non-toxic sealant.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile damaged in rear. Instructed to replace worn ceiling tile.
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Apr 3, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
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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 utensil to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exterior of cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase in prep and storage area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. Floor not maintained in walk-in-freezer. Instructed to replace rusted floor or apply non-toxic sealant.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile damaged in rear. Instructed to replace worn ceiling tile.
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Jun 2, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 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. NOTED WOOD AROUND EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE KITCHEN IN POOR REPAIR WITH (BLACK STAIN AND ROTTEN WOOD) INSTRUCTED TO FIX OR REPLACE.----MUST PROVIDE COVER/LID FOR (CONSUMABLE) ICE CONTAINER.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP AND CONDENSER FAN COVER INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL GAP/OPENING ON FLOOR BASEBOARD NEXT TO REAR EXIT DOOR AND SEAL OPENING AT THE BOTTOM DOOR PLATE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER IN CUSTOMER WASHROOMS.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN VENTILATION IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.-----MUST PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT ALL 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. (NOTED TOWEL USED AS A STOPPER AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN).------MUST REPAIR LEAKY HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN.----MUST FIX LOOSE FAUCET AT HANDSINK (LEFT SIDE) IN LADIES WASHROOM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zacatecas Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Zacatecas Restaurant on file is from Oct 10, 2019. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Zacatecas Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Zacatecas Restaurant.
Has Zacatecas Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Zacatecas Restaurant have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Zacatecas Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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