Food Safety Report: El Barco Restaurant, 1035 N Ashland Ave , Chicago, Il, USA.

1035 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, 60622 Illinois, United States

Report date: Mar 23, 2023
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed exposed handwashing sink in rear prep and dish area rendered inaccessible by pan filled with silverware being placed inside it. Instructed to maintain all exposed handwashing sinks free and accessible for handwashing. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no soap at the exposed handwashing sink located in the bar. Instructed to maintain soap at all exposed handwashing sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation combined with the above violation.

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no paper towels at the exposed handwashing sink located in the bar. Instructed to provide paper towels at all exposed handwashing sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation combined with the above violations.

16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: observed build-up of pink and black slime in the interior of ice machine used to produce ice for human consumption. Instructed to remove ice, clean, sanitize, and maintain in good condition. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: observed 2 of 3 probe thermometers in the food prep area not functioning. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- comments: observed slow draining exposed handwashing sink located in bar. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

58. Allergen training as required
- comments: observed manager on duty without allergen training. Instructed all employees holding city of chicago foodservice manager certificate must complete food handler training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.

Source: chicago.gov