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Food Safety Report: Taco Max, 4009 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL, U.S.A..
4 years ago •source chicago.gov • business
4009 North Elston Avenue, Chicago, 60618 Illinois, United States
Report date: Oct 25, 202121. Proper hot holding temperatures
- comments: observed the following hot tcs items held at the stated improper temperatures in hot hold unit on cook line: shredded chicken at 54. 8f, beef at 79. 5f, and beef at 66. 9f. Management voluntarily discarded and denatured approximately 15lbs of product valued at approximately $300. Instructed to maintian all hot tcs items at or above 135f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
36. Thermometers provided & accurate
- comments: observed no thermometer inside 3 door refrigerator in basement used to store tortillas. Instructed to provide.
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed torn gaskets on interior of 3 door refrigerator in basement used to store tortillas and 2 door cooler located in main prep area used to store produce. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.
47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed cutting board on hot line covered in knife marks and dark stains. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.
51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- comments: observed no backflow prevention device at utility sink located in rear dish area. Instructed to install in accordance with all relevant laws, rules, and regulations.
54. Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
- comments: observed dumpster in rear garbage area overflowing. Instructed to maintain garbage area so that dumpster lid is able to be shut tightly. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b). Citation issued.
Source: chicago.gov
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