Fischman Public House

4056-4060 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60641

Seafood

Last inspected: Aug 15, 2019

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Fischman Public House three times, with records going back to 2018. The most recent visit was on Aug 15, 2019. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. Fischman Public House's record stops at Aug 15, 2019, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 14 violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

“Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 81, which Fischman Public House's 37 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 15, 2019

Complaint

6 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 14 violations

Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Inspector notes: FOUND NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010,NO CITATION ISSUED. -

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: FOUND PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS ON SITE BUT IN-COMPLETE CLEAN-UP ITEMS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. - - -

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: ADDITIONAL HAND WASHING SINK IS NEEDED AT SIDE FOUNTAIN DRINK STATION SHELF WITH GLASSWARE AND ICE BIN AREA MUST BE LOCATED TO ALLOW CONVENIENT USE BY FOOD EMPLOYEES IN MENTIONED AREA. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),NO CITATION ISSUED.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: FOUND NO HAND PAPER TOWELS AT BAR HAND WASHING SINK.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED.COS.

Proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: FOUND READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS (BEEF,PASTA ETC) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.

Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

Inspector notes: FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR 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,NO CITATION ISSUED. -

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: FOUND BROKEN WEATHER STRIP AT BOTTOM OF EXTERIOR REAR KITCHEN DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT AND MAINTAIN KITCHENWARE PANS AND SPOONS,FORKS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE(HANDLES-UP).

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: FOUND A SMALL WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET/SPRAYER KITCHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND TO MAINTAIN.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: SECTION OF EXPOSED BRICK AND WALLS BEHIND DRY STORAGE SHELF IN BASEMENT MUST BE FINISHED AND ENSURE MENTIONED AREAS ARE TO BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN.

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY FOR CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

Jun 15, 2018

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

May 31, 2018

License

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HANDSINK NEXT TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDSINK NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030

Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

Inspector notes: OBSERVED WASTEWATER PIPES OVER BAR AND SEATING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO ENCASE WASTEWATER PIPES.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN OPENING IN BASEMENT AT NORTH SIDE NEXT TO EXIT DOOR.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR WALL.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fischman Public House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fischman Public House on file is from Aug 15, 2019. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fischman Public House?

Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fischman Public House.

Has Fischman Public House's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Fischman Public House have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Fischman Public House means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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