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MARIO'S FOODS

2623-2625 E 83RD ST, CHICAGO, IL 60617 · Grocery Store

Inspection summary

MARIO'S FOODS has been inspected 5 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since May 25, 2010. The most recent inspection, on July 1, 2014, found no infractions.

1 of 5 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Food source, labelling and allergens and Food temperature control.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 20, 2012. For example: NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded 2 times on May 25, 2010. For example: SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded once on July 20, 2012. For example: REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 14 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on July 30, 2012. For example: WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 5 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on July 30, 2012. For example: FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

5 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Complaint Re-Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP STORAGE AND SALES AREAS (CIGARETTE BUTTS). REPAIR THRESHOLD ON DOORS.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES, IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS AND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS. REPAIR CEILING IN REAR STORAGE AREA (PEELING PAINT). WALLS AND CEILINGS NEED PAINTING IN REAR.
  3. Complaint

    7 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • OBSERVED 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG WEST WALL REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN UNUSED WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED, LARGE HOLE IN REAR WINDOW AND ALONG SOUTH WALL IN BASEMENT. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT INSECT AND RODENT ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-20 CITATION ISSUED.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL DISPLAY SHELVES, STORAGE SHELVES, COUNTERS, CABINETS, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SINKS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP STORAGE AND SALES AREAS. REPLACE ALL MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER UTILITY SINK. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES, IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS AND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN REACH-IN COOLERS.
    • 40. REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
      • PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN COOLERS.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN SINKS, STORAGE AND WALK-IN COOLER AREAS.
  4. Complaint Re-Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVING TO REAR STOCK/STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE ALL MILK/POP CRATES.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL STOCK SHELVES, COUNTERS AND CABINETS THROUGHOUT, INTERIOR OF COOLERS/FREEZERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS, ALONG WALL BASES IN BASEMENT AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENTS. MUST REPLACE ALL MISSING/DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • MUST REPAIR/FIX ALL DAMAGED WALLS/CEILING IN REAR AND FRONT OF STORE, SEAL AROUND ALL PIPES/CONDUITS AND CLEAN WINDOW SILLS.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILLATION IN TOILET ROOM OR MAKE WINDOW OPENABLE AND FIX THE LEAK AT THE PIPE UNDER THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP AREA.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES/CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE ALL OTHERS IN REAR STORAGE (OLD WALK-IN COOLER).
    • 70. NO SMOKING REGULATIONS
      • FOUND A PARTIALLY SMOKED CIGARETTE AND AN ASHTRAY WITH ASH RESIDUE ON THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO POST VISIBLE SIGNS INFORMING NO SMOKING WITHIN 15FT OF DOORS AND REMOVE ASHTRAY AND CIGARETTE FROM THE PREMISES AND FOLLOW THE CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE. CITATION # 34166-13 ISSUED.
  5. Complaint

    10 infractions

    • 1. SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE
      • FOUND 33 PACKAGED BEEF/CHICKEN PATTIES STORED IN REACH IN FREEZER WITHOUT PROPER LABELS- NOTHING ON PRODUCT TO IDENTIFY WHAT THE PRODUCT IS, WHERE PRODUCT COMES FROM, EXPIRATION DATE,ETC. AND MANAGER UNABLE TO PROVIDE INVOICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE INVOICE TO SHOW PRODUCT COMES FROM AN APPROVED SOURCE AND TO HAVE PRODUCT PROPERLY LABELED. ITEMS WERE DENATURED AND DISCARDED AN APPROXIMATE VALUE OF $100. CITATION #34161 ISSUED.
    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • FOUND 20 SMALL FLIES ON ONIONS AND POTATOES IN REAR OF STORE AND REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED-1/4" OF A GAP. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLIES AND RODENT PROOF/MAKE TIGHT FITTED REAR DOOR AND MAINTAIN ALL.
    • 21. * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
      • FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE PREPARING/SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (I.E. SELLING/PACKAGING FRESH RAW MEATS IN DELI-SECTION). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ONE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. CITATION #34162-18
    • 30. FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
      • MUST PROPERLY DATE AND LABEL ALL FOODS CUT/PRE-PACKAGED ON PREMISES AND REMOVE OPEN CANS OF NACHO CHEESE STORE IN REACH-IN COOLER FROM ORIGINAL CANS AND STORE IN APPROVED CONTAINERS/BAGS.
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVING TO REAR STOCK/STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE ALL MILK/POP CRATES.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL STOCK SHELVES, COUNTERS AND CABINETS THROUGHOUT, INTERIOR OF COOLERS/FREEZERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS, ALONG WALL BASES IN BASEMENT AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENTS. MUST REPLACE ALL MISSING/DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • MUST REPAIR/FIX ALL DAMAGED WALLS/CEILING IN REAR AND FRONT OF STORE, SEAL AROUND ALL PIPES/CONDUITS AND CLEAN WINDOW SILLS.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILLATION IN TOILET ROOM OR MAKE WINDOW OPENABLE AND FIX THE LEAK AT THE PIPE UNDER THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP AREA.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES/CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE ALL OTHERS IN REAR STORAGE (OLD WALK-IN COOLER).

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