Mc Namara's Food & Drinks
Last inspected: Aug 9, 2019
90
Score
Going back to 2010, Mc Namara's Food & Drinks has 18 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 9, 2019. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Mc Namara's Food & Drinks's record stops at Aug 9, 2019, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around nine violations each.
“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 11 times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 9, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
5
90
Aug 6, 2019
Reinspection
4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REFRIGERATED,READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS,PREPARED ON SITE HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS 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 VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. ?
23
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. -
25
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2303850 DATED:07/29/2019 NON-COMPLIANCE CONTINUED TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF RODENT(MICE) DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS APPROXIMATELY 100-125 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS ON FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE REAR CLUTTERED DRY STORAGE ROOM ON,AROUND DRY SHELVING,AND ON LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES IN THE KITCHEN,AND ON TOP CORNERS OF LEDGES AT FRONT WINDOW AREAS AND APPROXIMATELY 15 RODENT(MICE) DROPPINGS IN AND AROUND SHELVES IN LIQUOR STORAGE CLOSET IN SAME ROOM AND APPROXIMATELY 25 RODENT (MICE)DROPPINGS IN UNUSED OVEN IN KITCHEN AREA ALSO,APPROXIMATELY 35 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS FOUND IN FURNACE ROOM AND IN THE TOOL STORAGE ROOM.ALSO NOTED APPROXIMATELY 25 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN KITCHEN AND IN BAR AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS IN DETAIL AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS RECOMMENDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
5
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: UPGRADED TO VIOLATION #59.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Observed rusty shelves inside walk in cooler. Must repair or replace and maintain for smooth and cleanable surface.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of dirt, debris, and grease inside and on the exterior of the fryers, along the ventilation hood and underneath ovens in kitchen. Observed build up of dirt and debris on tiles behind grill and front three compartment sink. Observed build up of debris, dirt, and food debris underneath reach in coolers in bar area. Must clean, sanitize and maintain.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT COFFEE MAKER UNIT. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE DRY STORAGE/LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND REMAINING ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND ELEVATED AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASIER CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN. FOUND WORN GROUT LINES IN BAR AREA. MUST RE-GROUT FLOORS IN BAR AREA WHERE NEEDED.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE REFRIGERATION UNIT ON THE NORTH WALL OF KITCHEN AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS HAVE NO PROOF OF TRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Aug 1, 2019
Reinspection
4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed 100 rodent mice droppings in rear dry storage/liquor storage closet. Observed approximately 50 rodent mice droppings in furnace room. Observed 25 rodent mice droppings in unused oven in kitchen. Observed 20 live fruit flies in walls and ceilings in bar area. Must detail clean and sanitize all affected areas, remove live fruit flies,Pest services recommended at this time. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-020(A),Citation issued.
38
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REFRIGERATED,READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS,PREPARED ON SITE HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS 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 VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. ?
23
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. -
25
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
58
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: VIOLATION CORRECTED.EMPLOYEE HEALTH TRAINING POLICY TRAINING AND SIGNED BY ALL EMPLOYEES ON THE PREMISES.
3
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Observed rusty shelves inside walk in cooler. Must repair or replace and maintain for smooth and cleanable surface.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Observed cutting boards are worn down with deep grooves. Must replace and maintain.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of dirt, debris, and grease underneath ovens in kitchen. Observed build up of dirt and debris on tiles behind grill and front three compartment sink. Observed build up of debris, dirt, and food debris underneath reach in coolers in bar area. Must clean, sanitize and maintain.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE, COFFEE MAKER UNIT. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE DRY STORAGE/LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND REMAINING ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND ELEVATED AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASIER CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND ALL EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS HAVE NO PROOF OF TRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.
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Jul 29, 2019
Complaint
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 21 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Observed oily green food waste water debris backing up into right compartment of three compartment sink after center sink is drained. Then oily green food waste water debris backs into left compartment of sink before draining out. Observed gray, oily food debris backing into right compartment of rear three compartment sink after draining center compartment. Then gray, oily waste waters food debris backs up into left compartment before draining out. Instructed management to utilize the dish washing machine to wash, rinse, and sanitize kitchen utensils and equipments. Must repair and maintain adequate liquid waste water disposal. Priority Violation 7-38-030(C),Citation issued.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water in handwashing sink after running for 30 minutes located in coffee service area. Must repair and maintain hot water at minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Priority Violation 7-38--030(C). Citation issued.
10
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. -
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
5
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black, slimy, moldy substances inside water components of ice maker dripping into ice,"Ice is used for human consumption". Must remove ice and detail clean, sanitize, and maintain the areas inside ice maker. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-005,Citation issued.
16
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REFRIGERATED,READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS,PREPARED ON SITE HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS 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 VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. ?
23
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. -
25
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Found no metal stem thermometer for taking food temperatures. Must provide. Priority Foundation violation 7-38-005, No citation issued.
36
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed 100 rodent mice droppings in rear dry storage/liquor storage closet. Observed approximately 50 rodent mice droppings in furnace room. Observed 25 rodent mice droppings in unused oven in kitchen. Observed 20 live fruit flies in walls and ceilings in bar area. Must detail clean and sanitize all affected areas, remove live fruit flies,Pest services recommended at this time. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-020(A),Citation issued.
38
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS HAVE NO PROOF OF TRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.
57
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD FOR LIGHT FIXTURE ABOVE THE DISH WASHING MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
56
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no handwashing signs at coffee service station and inside washrooms. Must add signs.
10
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Observed rusty shelves inside walk in cooler. Must repair or replace and maintain for smooth and cleanable surface.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Observed cutting boards are worn down with deep grooves. Must replace and maintain.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of dirt, debris, and grease underneath ovens in kitchen. Observed build up of dirt and debris on tiles behind grill and front three compartment sink. Observed build up of debris, dirt, and food debris underneath reach in coolers in bar area. Must clean, sanitize and maintain.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE, COFFEE MAKER UNIT. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1 OUT OF 2 URINALS IN WASH ROOM COMPLETELY COVERED IN BLACK PLASTIC NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY AND WATER LEAK UNDERNEATH THE HAND SINK AT BAR AREA.MUST REPAIR PLUMBING LEAKS AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE DRY STORAGE/LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND REMAINING ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND ELEVATED AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASIER CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND ALL EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS AND DISH WASHING AREAS AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Feb 9, 2017
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD CONTAINERS WITH READY TO EAT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST HAVE A LABEL AND DATED.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUSTED SPLASH GUARD ON BOTH SIDE OF THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SIDES OF THE GRILL,STOVE AND DEEP FRYER WITH HEAVY DUST AND GREASE ACCUMULATED. CLEAN THE BOTTOM SHELVE OF ALL CABINET BEHIND THE BAR AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOOR WITH GREASE BUILD -UP UNDER AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE COOK LINE AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN THE FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FILTER ON THE HOOD/CANOPY IN THE COOK LINE WITH HEAVY GREASE ACCUMULATED. MUST CLEAN REMOVE GREASE AND MAINTAIN.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB IN THE PREP AREA/KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
36
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL EMPLOYEES HELPING PREPARING THE FOOD IN THE PREP AREA MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE THE HAIR.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: WASH CLOTH FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLES,CHOPPING BOARD, BAR COUNTER , MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Jun 16, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 8, 2016
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: Observed 2 food handlers using bare hands in contact with ready to eat foods (turkey and toasted bread on sandwich). Instructed no bare hand contact with ready to eat foods. Instructed all food handlers must use utensils such as tongs or spatula, or gloves (must also wash hands between glove changes or when switching tasks). Utensils and gloves on cooking line. Critical violation 7-38-010(a).
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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: Found 25 mice droppings and 4 dead mice on floor in furnace room. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitize area. Found 1/2 inch gap on lower right corner of rear outside door in kitchen area. Must repair to make door tight fitting. Serious violation. 7-38-020.
18
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Found dishes and other multi use items improperly stored on dish draining rack. instructed must invert all multi use items to prevent contamination. Must maintain.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found leak under fryer basket. (oil pooling in lower interior of fryer). Must repair, clean and sanitize. Found duct tape on counter near sink in server station in the rear dining room. Instructed to remove and repair. Must not use duct tape as a means for repair. All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Found food and other debris between soda fountain and cooler for glasses in server station. Instructed to remove, clean and maintain. Found slimy white substance in gun holders in bar. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitize.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Found food debris and dirt buildup on floor under 3 compartment sink in dish area, and on floor behind rear grill and ovens. Must remove, clean, sanitize and maintain. Found cracked/missing floor tiles under dish draining rack in dish area. Must repair and maintain.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Found cracked/missing wall tiles on bottom rear hallway leading to employee restroom. Instructed to repair and maintain. Found grease build up on interior of hood over front cooking line. Must remove, clean and maintain.
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Sep 17, 2015
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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Sep 9, 2015
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM 9-1-15 NOT CORRECTED. #29-. #38-INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SEPARATE EXPOSED HAND SINK FOR HAND WASHING PURPOSES ONLY BEHIND BAR AREA AND EXPOSED HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE IN REAR PREP AREAS. AN ADDITIONAL PIZZA PREP AREA INSTALLED NEXT TO REAR FOOD PREP. SINK INSTALLED IN REAR PIZZA PREP AREA WITHOUT HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER. PARTIAL PLUMBING (PIPING) INSTALLED BEHIND BAR. INSTRUCTED TO USE ADDITIONAL HAND SINKS IN ESTABLISHMENT UNTIL ALL REQUIRED SINKS HAVE BEEN PROPERLY INSTALLED AND OPERATIONAL. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #14.
29
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED.
30
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THREE STOPPERS FOR THE BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO IDPH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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78
Sep 1, 2015
Routine
11 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILITIES UNABLE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURES. TWO COOLERS, COOKS LINE TWO DOOR AND COOKS LINE TALL REACH-IN FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF AT 59F (2 DOOR) WITH SALMON AT 51.8F AND THE TALL REACH-IN AT 57.7F WITH PULLED PORK AT 48.9F. BOTH COOLERS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND MAINTAINS A TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AND CDPH CONTACTED FOR RE-INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING FOODS FOUND HELD IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED COOLERS APPROXIMATELY 50LBS TOTAL FOODS SUCH AS SALMON AT 51.8F, COD FISH AT 51.8F, CHEESE AT 46.1F, COLESLAW AT 59F. IN THE TALL REACH-IN, PULLED PORK AT 48.9F, MEATLOAF AT 45.4F, FISH AT 48F, RICE AT 48.2F. ALL FOODS DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT STATES TOTAL ESTIMATED VALUE TO BE $300.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: NO PAPER TOWELS IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM LOCATED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT ALL TIMES IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 12-17-14 NOT CORRECTED. #33- DIRTY INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND UPPER PANEL AND STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE BEER/KEG WALK-IN COOLER BEHIND BAR. #38-INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SEPARATE EXPOSED HAND SINK FOR HAND WASHING PURPOSES ONLY BEHIND BAR AREA AND EXPOSED HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE IN REAR PREP AREAS. AN ADDITIONAL PIZZA PREP AREA INSTALLED NEXT TO REAR FOOD PREP. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
29
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED. ALL PREPARED FOODS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER MUST BE LABELED AND DATED.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE DISH ROOM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK DISH DRYING RACK AND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST NOT USE DIRTY USED CARDBOARD AS PIZZA DOUGH CUTTERS. FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. TORN RUBBER DOOR GASKETS ON THE COOKS LINE TWO DOOR COOLER MENTIONED ABOVE. MUST REPLACE.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DIRTY FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE DISH MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILE ABOVE THE TALL REACH-IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THREE STOPPERS FOR THE BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES MUST NOT STORE BICYCLES IN THE DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM.
41
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO IDPH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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Dec 17, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT EXTERIOR COVER/LID OF GREASE BOX WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR (BY DISHMACHINE).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF REACH-IN FREEZER WITH FOOD DEBRIS, INTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE, INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND UPPER PANEL AND STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE BEER/KEG WALK-IN COOLER BEHIND BAR.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
34
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT REAR EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND BAR AREA AND EXPOSED HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN FREEZER AND WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Jul 2, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID/COVER FOR 2 ICE BIN BEHIND BAR TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SODA GUN HOLDER WITH EXCESSIVE PINK BUILD-UP BEHIND BAR, INTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP, AND STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.-----------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (GRILL/STOVE ETC) ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AT COOKING LINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT PREMISE AND FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS BEHIND BAR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DRAIN STOPPERS (2) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA.----------MUST REPAIR STRIPPED (HOT) FAUCET HANDLE AT HAND SINK INSIDE WOMEN'S WASHROOM (NEXT TO MEN'S WASHROOM).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE INSIDE ICE BIN BEHIND BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Jul 11, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUNTAIN NOZZLE HOLDER IN BAR AREA IS DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: EXHAUST HOOD IN PREP AREA HAS BUILD UP OF GREASE. MUST DEGREASE AND DETAIL CLEAN.
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Apr 24, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some foods not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, walk in freezer, must date and label food items in walk in cooler, walk in freezer.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean need detailed cleaning, storage shelving in bar area need cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in bsmt storage areas not clean need detailed cleaning(corners), floors under heavy equipment, rear storage shelving need cleaning.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area that had damaged, stained, shall be replaced.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler not clean need detailed cleaning, exhaust canopy had excess grease build up, needs detailed cleaning.
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Sep 27, 2011
Tag Removal
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
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Aug 16, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE CRITICAL VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED,COOLER AT 55.5F,INSTRUCTEDTO FIX COOLER MUST BE 40F OR BELOW,TAG COOLER MUST FAX LETTER TO CDPH 312-746-4240 WHEN COOLER HAS BEEN FIXED
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE,CRITICAL VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED,FOUND CHEESE 50F 2LBS,MEATLOAF 60.6F 3 LBS,GUACAMOLE 55.4F 3 LBS ,MANAGER DISCARDED THE FOOD,INSTRUCTED ALL COLD FOOD MUST BE 40F OR BELOW
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: DISHMACHINE FOR GLASSES IN THE BAR AREA NOT IN SERVICE,GLASSES ARE BEING WASHED RINSED AND SANITIZED IN THE DISHMACHINE LOCATED IN THE KITCHEN,TAG DISHMACHINE IN THE BAR,MUST FAX LETTER TO CDPH 312-746-4240 WHEN MACHINE HAS BEEN FIXED ,HOT WATER SANITIZER AT 180F FINAL RINSE OR 50-100 ppm CHLORINE FOR CHEMICAL SANITIZER,NO CITATION
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INTERIOR COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; COOKING HOOD -INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR UNCLEAN,MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DAMAGED RUBBER GASKET FOR 2 DOOR COOLER MUST BE REPLACED
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR DRAINS UNCLEAN,MUST FLUSH REGULARLY
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS BEHIND ICE MACHINE,WALLS IN KITCHEN UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Nov 22, 2010
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ice bins in wait station and bar not covered or protected. Instructed to properly cover bins. Liquor cabinet storage shelves not maintained. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Deep fryer cabinets, cooking equipment, sinks and shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. Floor tile in walk in unit not maintained. Instructed to replace any missing or broken floor tile.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Walls not maintained in men's toilet room. Instructed to repair and seal walls under urinal.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Faucet not reaching all three compartment in bar area used only for storage of wet towels. Instructed to replace faucet to reach all three compartments. Drainline from soda gun holder draining at three compartment. Instructed to remove drainline and reroute to drain pipe.
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May 21, 2010
Routine
10 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Cleaned multi use utensils not properly stored in prep area and tables. Instructed to invert utensil to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ice bins not protected or covered. Instructed to provide covers over all bins. Raw wood shelves and door in storage area. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface. Cutting boards not in good condition in prep area. Instructed to replace worn cutting boards.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exterior of cooking equipmet, fan covers inside walk-in coolers and soda nozzles not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and in prep area behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Floor drain cover missing near rear toilet room. Instructed to replace missing cover.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ligh bulb covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Ligh bulb not working in prep area. Instructed to replace all non-working bulbs.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Employees toilet room door not self-closing. Instructed to install self-closing device.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Faucet leaking at neck of faucet. Instructed to repair faucet to prevent leak.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in storage room corners. Instructed to remove all unused articles
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mc Namara's Food & Drinks last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mc Namara's Food & Drinks on file is from Aug 9, 2019. The public record contains 18 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mc Namara's Food & Drinks?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Mc Namara's Food & Drinks.
Has Mc Namara's Food & Drinks' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mc Namara's Food & Drinks have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mc Namara's Food & Drinks 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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