TAQUERIA KAIROS in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/12/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors documented violations at TAQUERIA KAIROS during a routine inspection conducted on 04/12/2023.

Situated at 5526 S ARCHER AVE, the establishment is part of Garfield Ridge's active food service sector. The Garfield Ridge area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw/undercooked Food - Comments: Missing Consumer Advisory Disclosure and Reminder Statement on the Special Breakfast Menu As Well As Large Menu on Display for Walk in Customers to Disclose Which Foods (ex, Eggs, Steak) Can Be Ordered Under Cooked and Link Those Foods with an Asterisk (*) to a Reminder Statement That States That Eating Raw or Under Cooked Foods Can Increase Your Risk of Food Borne Illness. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-005. Citation Issued.. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The second violation involved handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Wiping Cloths: Properly Used & Stored - Comments: Observed Dirty Wiping Cloths Stored Throughout Prep Areas Air Drying and Instructed to Properly Store in Santizing Solution @ 50ppm When Not in Use.. 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 third violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: In-use Utensils: Properly Stored - Comments: Observed Styrofoam Cup Stored Inside of Hibiscus Tea in Cooler. Instructed to Use Proper Utensil with Long Handle for Dispensing.. 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. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The fourth violation related to handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Utensils, Equipment & Linens: Properly Stored, Dried, & Handled - Comments: Observed Food Strainer Stored Inside Mop Sink Basin. Instructed to Rem. 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. Inadequate handwashing can transmit Norovirus, Hepatitis A, and other pathogens directly to food.

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 04/12/2023 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.