Mack's Red Hot
Last inspected: Aug 11, 2010
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Mack's Red Hot five times, with records going back to 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 11, 2010. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. The file hasn't been updated since Aug 11, 2010, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near zero violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited two times.
Mack's Red Hot's latest score of 100 sits above the Chicago average of 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Aug 11, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
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May 25, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
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May 3, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 27, 2010
License
7 minor violations.
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. MUST REPAIR, REMOVE WASTE WATER BASEMENT AREA PREMISES NOT OPEN FOR BUSINESS
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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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. MUST PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AT TIME OF INSPECTION PREMISES NOT OPEN FOR BUSINESS
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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. MUST CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, STEAM TABLE AND REACH-IN COOLERS
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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. MUST CLEAN AND REPAIR FLOOR TILE WHERE NEEDED THRU-OUT PREMISES
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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. MUST CLEAN AND REPAIR WALL AND CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED THRU-OUT STORE
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR LEAKING PIPE UNDER HAND SINK IN BATHROOM
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CLUTTER IN BASEMENT AREA
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Jan 19, 2010
Routine
8 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 REPLACE BROKEN CHEST FREEZER DOOR, REAR KITCHEN AREA
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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. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, TOPS AND BOTTOM OF COUNTER TABLES AND VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZER
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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. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR SURFACES THRU-OUT PREMISES, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL 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. MUST CLEAN AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE AND WALL AREA WHERE NEEDED
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS THRU-OUT PREMISES
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST STORE ALL PERSONAL ITEMS IN ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST PROVIDE 3 SINK STOPPERS TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE DISHES AND UTENSILS
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER REAR AND BASEMENT AREAS, CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZED WANT ITEMS
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mack's Red Hot last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mack's Red Hot on file is from Aug 11, 2010. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mack's Red Hot?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mack's Red Hot.
Has Mack's Red Hot's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mack's Red Hot have averaged around zero violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mack's Red Hot means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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