TAMALERIA LUPITA in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/10/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors documented violations at TAMALERIA LUPITA during a routine inspection conducted on 04/10/2023.

Located at 5904 1/2 W 63RD ST in the Clearing area, the establishment serves the local community. The Clearing neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation involved hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible - Comments: Observed No Hand Washing Signs at Hand Washing Sinks in Dish Washing and Washroom Areas. Instructed Manager to Provide Hand Washing Signs at All Hand Washing Sinks Used By Employees.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.

The second violation involved management certification. Inspectors documented: Single-use/single-service Articles: Properly Stored & Used - Comments: Obsrved Single Service Utensils Not Inverted. Instructed Manager to Invert All Utensils to Protect Lip Contact Surfaces From Contamination.. The FDA Food Code mandates that at least one employee with supervisory responsibility be a certified food protection manager to ensure active managerial control. For more information, see FDA certified food protection manager requirements. Untrained employees may unknowingly create food safety hazards.

The third violation related to hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, & Cleaned - Comments: Observed No Self-closing Device on Washroom Door. Instructed Manager to Provide.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.

The fourth violation involved hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: All Food Employees Have Food Handler Training - Comments: Observed No Food Handler Training Available. All Food Handlers Must Provide Food Handler Training.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands.

The fifth violation concerned handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Previous Priority Foundation Violation Corrected - Comments: Previous Priority Foundation Violation Not Corrected From Report #2573553 on 4-3-23:48-observed 3-compartment Sink Not Large Enough for Immersioon of Largest Food Equipment. Ins. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.

Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/10/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.