Food Safety Report: La Michoacana Ice Cream Shop, 3509 W Lawrence Ave , Chicago, Il, USA.

4614 West Diversey Avenue, Chicago, 60639 Illinois, United States

Report date: May 17, 2023
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed a bucket and wiping cloths stored inside the handwashing sink located at front prep area. Corrected on site. Bucket and wiping cloths removed. Instructed manager to maintain accessibility of handwashing sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c),citation issued.

16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: observed (black) slimy substances on interior water components of the ice maker,dripping into ice 'ice is used for human consumption'. Instructed management to turn-off ice maker,remove ice and have interior of ice machine cleaned and sanitized in detail and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005,citation issued.

37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: observed large round white container of sugar in dishwashing area and seasonings in small containers in front prep area not in original containers. Instructed to label storage containers with common name of food.

41. Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
- comments: observed wiping cloths on cutting board counter in front prep area. Instructed manager that when not in use wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer solution between uses.

43. In-use utensils: properly stored
- comments: observed disposable small black souffle cup used to dispense toppings in front prep area. Instructed to use proper utensil with handle for dispensing toppings.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed foil used as shelf liner throughout front prep area. Instructed to remove foil and maintain shelving in good condition. Observed stained cutting boards in front prep area. Instructed person in charge to deep clean or replace and maintain.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed milk crates used to store food off floor in small storage room next to front prep area. Must eliminate crates used for food storage and provide adequate shelving units where needed.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed can opener with buildup on tip. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed bottom shelving in front prep area with food residue. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

50. Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
- comments: observed no hot running water on the premises. Instructed management to provide and maintain hot running water above 110f at the 3 compartment sink and above 100f at all hand washing sinks. Water temperature ranging from 75f-82f. Instructed to install a larger or additional water heater. Shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the retail food establishment. Priority violation 7-38-030(c), citation issued.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- comments: observed leak from water supply line of one compartment sink in front prep area. Instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.

54. Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
- comments: observed debris around dumpsters in rear of building. Instructed to clean and maintain area around dumpsters.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed mop hanging in interior of mopsink. Instructed manager to hang mop in manner to properly dry.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed buildup along base of wall next to ice machine in front prep area. Instructed to detail clean aand maintain

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed opening on southeast wall near ceiling next to rear exit. Instructed to smoothly seal for ease of cleanability.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed two table top fryers in front prep area with no ventilation hood system installed above. Instructed to install aand maintain in good condition.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed dusty vent cover in washroom and in rear dish washing area next to exit door. Instructed to clean and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed light out in front prep area in front of double fryer. Observed missing light shield in two door cooler in dishwashing area. Instructed to replace and maintain.

Source: chicago.gov