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LA BARCA
1221 W 47TH ST, CHICAGO, IL, 60609
Health Inspection: good
Official health department data. Inspected 2026-01-16; refreshed 2026-10-12. May lag the official record. Check the official source
4 findings at the latest imported inspection (2026-01-16), classified as noncritical violations. These dated findings do not mean the establishment failed overall or that issues remain unresolved.
Inspection history and recorded findings
2026-01-16: Canvass
Pass
- Not Critical: CHI-44 — UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: Placing wet utensils after washing on a cloth towels. instructed not to use cloth in drying process.
- Not Critical: CHI-48 — WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: Noted equipment placed in 3-comp sink, fire extinguisher placed in sink, instructed manager to keep sink free from any unnecessary items for proper utensils washing
- Not Critical: CHI-55 — PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Damaged cooler doors gaskets at main prep kitchen. Instructed to replace and maintain.
- Not Critical: CHI-57 — ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: No food handlers certificate for kitchen staff, instructed to obtain.
Inspection results are separate from diner opinions. Favorable overall ratings do not negate individual findings.
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