Mac Kelly's

216 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60606
American
Last inspected: Jul 10, 2014
78
Score
Low Risk

Mac Kelly's appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2010. The most recent visit was on Jul 10, 2014. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The file hasn't been updated since Jul 10, 2014, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, which has been cited four times.

Mac Kelly's latest score of 78 falls below the Chicago average of 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspection History
Jul 10, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS (DELI MEATS,TUNA, CHICKEN SALAD, COLE SLAW ETC.) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 48.1-54.3 F. DEGREES IN COLD HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT. MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES AT 40F. DEGREES OR LOWER AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DENATURED AND DISCARDED FOOD ITEMS. APPROX. WT. 47.5 LBS, AND APPROX. COST $107. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WASTE WATER FLOWING UP FROM DRAIN ON TO FLOOR IN FOR REPAIR REAR PREP AREA ON FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PLUMBER FOR SERVICE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REMOVE POOLING WATER, CLEAN AND SANTIZIE AFFECTED AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE/REPAIR WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES WHERE NECESSARY.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER AT UPPER REAR AREA, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Aug 13, 2013
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR WALLS WHERE THE COVING HAS DISATTACHED AND FOOD HAS FALLEN BEHIND IT TO PREVENT FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS.
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Aug 6, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: NOTED 50 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN THE REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS ON THE WALLS, SIDE OF WALK IN COOLER, ON THE CEILING TILES, AND SCATTER AROUND FLOOR DRAINS. ALSO NOTED LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ON FLOOR AROUND DRAIN BEHIND ICE MACHINE AND 2 ON THE WALL ABOVE THE PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS WHERE PESTS WHERE FOUND. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR WALLS WHERE THE COVING HAS DISATTACHED AND FOOD HAS FALLEN BEHIND IT TO PREVENT FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS.
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Sep 14, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ANY FOOD IN PRE-PACKAGED, 'TO-GO' CONTAINERS MUST BE DATED (EXPIRATION DATE OR MADE ON DATE).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: GREASE TRAP HAS EVIDENCE OF RUSTING & CORROSION AROUND THE BASE, WITH A FOUL ODOR, MUST REPLACE. THE CHEST FREEZER DOOR IS IN POOR REPAIR, MUST FIX OR REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: SINK DRAINS THRU-OUT PREMISES, WALK-IN COOLER SHELVES, INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE OVEN-DUE TO FOOD DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLBASES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER & AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT MUST BE KEPT CLEAN.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: BATHROOM DOOR NEEDS SELF-CLOSING DEVICE, MUST PROVIDE.
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Aug 24, 2011
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED SLIGHT LIME BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE, SODA SYRUP BUILD UP ON NOZZLES OF SODA MACHINE AND SLIGHT LIME BUILD UP ON ICE CHUTE AT SODA MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL UNCLEAN EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALL BY ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN WALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 16, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. Must provide splash guard to the left side of rear handsink.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. Following need cleaning: fan guards of coolers, air vents of salad case,due to dust build-up.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Floor drains at dishroom need cleaning & stock must be elevated off the floors.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. Must provide light shields at donut case.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mac Kelly's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mac Kelly's on file is from Jul 10, 2014. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mac Kelly's?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mac Kelly's.

Has Mac Kelly's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mac Kelly's have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mac Kelly's means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.