Food Safety Report: La Quebrada #5, 3816-3818 W 63rd St , Chicago, Il, USA.

3816 West 63rd Street, Chicago, 60629 Illinois, United States

Report date: Mar 19, 2024
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: noted obstructed handwashing sinks in front prep area and in rear prep area (blocked by rolling cart and equipment in basin of sink) instructed to remove obstructions and maintain clear path for accessibility. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-030(c)

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: noted no hand drying provision at front hand washing sink. Paper towels provided during inspection. Instructed manager to provide and maintain at all times see above for citation issued 7-38-030 (c) priority foundation.

16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: noted interior paenl of ice machine not clean, debris accumulation. Instructed to clean and mainatin.

25. Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
- comments: missing disclosure for consumer advisory on the menu. Instructed to disclose on the menu which foods can be ordered raw and/or under cooked to order (steak, eggs, ceviche) marking with an asterisk next to those specific items; and then by asterisking them to a footnote that states these items are served raw or undercooked or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients and also a reminder statement such as 'consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions' priority violation 7-38-005

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: noted approx. 70 mice droppings on floor along wallbase and in corners. In front bar area, rear food prep area, and back storage. Instructed to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize affected areas, contact pest control for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020 (a) citation issued.

39. Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
- comments: noted frayed towel covering masa at tortilla station. Instructed manager to use plastic wrap to cover food while not in use to prevent contamination.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: door gaskets on walk in freezer torn. Instd to repair and maintain.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: noted worn cutting board in kitchen. Instructed to replace and maintain smooth and cleanable surface.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: noted grease debris and build up underneath fryer. Instructed to clean and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: noted hood in kitchen with build up of dust and grease debris. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Source: chicago.gov