Mcdonald's #6113

6900 S Lafayette Ave, Chicago, IL 60621
American
Last inspected: Jun 21, 2019
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Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Mcdonald's #6113 12 times, with records going back to 2017. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 21, 2019. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at Mcdonald's #6113 since Jun 21, 2019, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jun 21, 2019
Complaint
No violations found.
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Apr 3, 2019
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOT WATER TANK IN THE BASEMENT LEAKING WATER ONTO THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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Sep 28, 2018
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-203.15 OBSERVED BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR CARBONATOR FAILING AND LEAKING ON COKE MACHINE PERSON IN CHARGE STATED COKE MACHINE LEAK IS FROM FAILING DEVICE. FACILITY MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. 7-38-030(C)PRIORITY VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY IN PLACE AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14N OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A)(A) NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.12 (F) OBSERVED FOOD SINGLE USE CONTAINER STORED UNDER SEWER LINES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST ENCASE ALL SEWER LINE IN STORAGE AREA.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSEVED FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES ACTIVELY HANDLE FOOD WITH OUT UTILIZING HAIR RESTRAINTS SUCH AS HATS, HAIR COVERINGS OR HAIR NETS. ALLY FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-903.11 (D) OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN FACILITY. MUST STORE ITEMS 6 INCHES FROM FLOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11 OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS IN AREAS DETAILED CLEANING NEEDED IN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, FRYER CABINET, PREP TABLES,FLOOR DRAINS, UNDER DRINK STATION MACHINE (NEAR DRIVE THRU) UTENSIL STORAGE SHELVES, AND DRY STORAGE SHELVES AND MAINTAIN
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED THE MCCAFE MACHINE AND ORANGE JUICE MACHINE WATERLINE IN DISREPAIR. (LEAKING WATER) POOLS OF WATER COLLECTING UNDER MACHINE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED CEILING TILES IN DISREPAIR IN REAR PREP KITCHEN ROOM OF FACILITY. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ALL REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES ON SITE FOR INSPECTION REVIEW.
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Sep 19, 2018
Complaint
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-203.15 OBSERVED BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR CARBONATOR FAILING AND LEAKING ON COKE MACHINE PERSON IN CHARGE STATED COKE MACHINE LEAK IS FROM FAILING DEVICE. FACILITY MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. 7-38-030(C)PRIORITY VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: 5-402.13 OBSERVED SEWAGE BACKUP FROM FLOOR SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA UNDER SOAD DISPENSER. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE SWEAGE SGAL BE CONVEYED TO THE POINT OF DISPOSAL THROUGHAPPROVED SANITARY SEWAGE SYSTEM AND MAINTAINED. PLUMBER ARRIVED AT TIME OF INAPECTION AND REPAIRED FLOOR SINK AND LEAK, FOOD HANDLERS CLEANED AND SANITIZER AREA. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.15(B) OBSERVED OUTDOOR REFUSE RECEPTACLES OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH/WASTE OPEN FOR PEST HARBORAGE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY IN PLACE AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14N OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A)(A) NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.115 OBSERVED OUTSIDE STORAGE AREA ENCLOSURE FOR REFUSE NOT MAINTAIN OR CLEAN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.12 (F) OBSERVED FOOD SINGLE USE CONTAINER STORED UNDER SEWER LINES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST ENCASE ALL SEWER LINE IN STORAGE AREA.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSEVED FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES ACTIVELY HANDLE FOOD WITH OUT UTILIZING HAIR RESTRAINTS SUCH AS HATS, HAIR COVERINGS OR HAIR NETS. ALLY FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-903.11 (D) OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN FACILITY. MUST STORE ITEMS 6 INCHES FROM FLOOR.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED THE MCCAFE MACHINE AND ORANGE JUICE MACHINE WATERLINE IN DISREPAIR. (LEAKING WATER) POOLS OF WATER COLLECTING UNDER MACHINE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-502.11 OBSERVED REFUSE CONTAINER OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE AND NOT MAINTAINED. MUST INCREASE FREQUENCY OF REFUSE REMOVAL TO MINIMIZE HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ALL REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES ON SITE FOR INSPECTION REVIEW.
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Apr 20, 2018
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease buildup on the the side of the back rear fryer, and in between the sides on the top area of flat grills. Observed excessive food debris on the lower interior of the meat freezer in rear, and in the compartment next to soda fountain. Instructed to remove all excess debris, clean area sanitize. Must maintain status.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed excessive open food, trash debris, and dirt accumulation on floor under and near shelves in storage area between the drive through windows. Observed cardboard boxes used for storage open and directly placed on floor in storage area between the drive through windows. Instructed to remove debris and dirt, clean and sanitize. keep all products and equipment 6 inches above floor. Maintain status.
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Apr 12, 2018
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: Observed outside grease area not maintained. Observed excessive accumulation of liquid and hardened solid waste grease around exterior grease trap cover (in ground). Grease on ground is potential rodent hazard. Must remove all waste grease and clean area. Must maintain area around grease trap to prevent pest nuisance. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease buildup on the the side of the back rear fryer, and in between the sides on the top area of flat grills. Observed excessive food debris on the lower interior of the meat freezer in rear, and in the compartment next to soda fountain. Instructed to remove all excess debris, clean area sanitize. Must maintain status.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed excessive open food, trash debris, and dirt accumulation on floor under and near shelves in storage area between the drive through windows. Observed cardboard boxes used for storage open and directly placed on floor in storage area between the drive through windows. Instructed to remove debris and dirt, clean and sanitize. keep all products and equipment 6 inches above floor. Maintain status.
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Mar 15, 2018
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease buildup on the the side of the back rear fryer, and in between the sides on the top area of flat grills. Observed excessive food debris on the lower interior of the meat freezer in rear, and in the compartment next to soda fountain. Instructed to remove all excess debris, clean area sanitize. Must maintain status.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed excessive open food, trash debris, and dirt accumulation on floor under and near shelves in storage area between the drive through windows. Observed cardboard boxes used for storage open and directly placed on floor in storage area between the drive through windows. Instructed to remove debris and dirt, clean and sanitize. keep all products and equipment 6 inches above floor. Maintain status.
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Mar 8, 2018
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous food at improper temperature inside the walk in cooler. Found eggs at 44.3-54 degrees F, found chicken at 55.4 degrees F. Instructed all potentially hazardous foods must be held at 40 degrees F or lower OR 140 degrees F or above, at all times. Operator voluntarily discarded all denatured foods during inspection. Operator estimates total value of 4# of discarded foods to be $55. Critical violation #7-38-005(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: upon investigation found rodent droppings in the following areas: aprox 35 droppings on floor under shelves in dry storage area on wall between drive through windows, aprox 25 droppings on floor of walk in cooler, aprox 115 droppings on floors throughout entirety of the basement. Ten live roaches were observed by the drain under the three compartment sink. 15 live ants were observed around a crack in the floor at the entrance of the employee break room. Instructed to remove droppings, clean and sanitize. Must eliminate pest issues. Advised to contact pest control company for service. serious violation #7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease buildup on the the side of the back rear fryer, and in between the sides on the top area of flat grills. Observed excessive food debris on the lower interior of the meat freezer in rear, and in the compartment next to soda fountain. Observed smoothie area covered in food debris & excessive spillage, in following areas: exterior of machine, surface counter of the machine, coffee area next to smoothie machine, and in fridge under smoothie machine. instructed to remove all excess debris, clean area sanitize. Must maintain status.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed excessive open food, trash debris, and dirt accumulation on floor under and near shelves in storage area between the drive through windows. Observed excess food debris on floor of walk in freezer. Observed cardboard boxes used for storage open and directly placed on floor in storage area between the drive through windows. Observed excessive amount of grease on floor behind equipment where grease is stored in the basement. Instructed to remove debris, dirt, and grease. clean and sanitize. keep all products and equipment 6 inches above floor. Maintain status.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Found several areas in basement with open ceiling/wall areas with pipes and beverage/grease lines going through them. Must seal or enclose all gaps in these areas to prevent rodent entry. Observed peeling paint/black slimy mold like substance on ceiling in hallway of basement. Instructed to remove the substance and paint. Clean and sanitize. Must repair ceiling to make it smooth and cleanable. Maintain status.
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Nov 8, 2017
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKET OF SALAD PREP COOLER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR, LOOSE. INSTD TO REPAIR/REPLACE GASKET AND MAINTAIN. INTERIOR SIDE PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH RUST. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN. EXCESSIVE BLACK SUBSTANCE ON CAULKING AT BASE OF UTILIY SINK AND WALL IN REAR. PREMISES HAS INSTALLED PLASTIC PIECE OVER WORN, BLACK CAULKING. INSTD TO REMOVE INSTALLED PLASTIC, REPAIR SAID SURFACE AND MAINTAIN FREE OF WORN AND BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCES. EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION IN FRENCH FRY AND HAMBURGER/SAUSAGE FREEZER. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: ALL GREASE/BEVERAGE LINES IN BASEMENT NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE GREASE/DEBRIS AND WRAPPED IN PLASTIC. PREMISES HAS NOW WRAPPED WITH BLACK TAPE AND UNABLE TO VERIFY CLEANLINESS. BLACK DUCT TAPE IS NON FOOD GRADE AND PROHIBITED. INSTD TO REMOVE SAME AND MAINTAIN SURFACE CLEAN.
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Oct 19, 2017
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: : RUBBER GASKET OF SALAD PREP COOLER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR, LOOSE. INSTD TO REPAIR/REPLACE GASKET AND MAINTAIN. INTERIOR SIDE PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH RUST. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN. EXCESSIVE BLACK SUBSTANCE ON CAULKING AT BASE OF UTILIY SINK AND WALL IN REAR. PREMISES HAS INSTALLED PLASTIC PIECE OVER WORN, BLACK CAULKING. INSTD TO REMOVE INSTALLED PLASTIC, REPAIR SAID SURFACE AND MAINTAIN FREE OF WORN AND BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCES. EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION IN FRENCH FRY AND HAMBURGER/SAUSAGE FREEZER. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: ALL GREASE/BEVERAGE LINES IN BASEMENT NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE GREASE/DEBRIS AND WRAPPED IN PLASTIC. PREMISES HAS NOW WRAPPED WITH BLACK TAPE AND UNABLE TO VERIFY CLEANLINESS. BLACK DUCT TAPE IS NON FOOD GRADE AND PROHIBITED. INSTD TO REMOVE SAME AND MAINTAIN SURFACE CLEAN.
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Sep 19, 2017
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKET OF SALAD PREP COOLER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR, LOOSE. INSTD TO REPAIR/REPLACE GASKET AND MAINTAIN. INTERIOR SIDE PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH RUST. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN. EXCESSIVE BLACK SUBSTANCE ON CAULKING AT BASE OF UTILIY SINK AND WALL IN REAR. PREMISES HAS INSTALLED PLASTIC PIECE OVER WORN, BLACK CAULKING. INSTD TO REMOVE INSTALLED PLASTIC, REPAIR SAID SURFACE AND MAINTAIN FREE OR WORN AND BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCES. EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION IN FRENCH FRY AND HAMBURGER/SAUSAGE FREEZER. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: ALL GREASE/BEVERAGE LINES IN BASEMENT NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE GREASE/DEBRIS AND WRAPPED IN PLASTIC. PREMISES HAS NOW WRAPPED WITH BLACK TAPE AND UNABLE TO VERIFY CLEANLINESS. BLACK DUCT TAPE IS NON FOOD GRADE AND PROHIBITED. INSTD TO REMOVE SAME AND MAINTAIN SURFACE CLEAN.
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Sep 15, 2017
License
8 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: NO EXPOSED HANDSINK WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA WHERE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED. INSTD TO INSTALL IN SAME AREA. VIOLATION 7-38-030 CRITICAL.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES AT COLD PREP LINE: GUACAMOLE 55.0F, SOUTHWEST VEGETABLE MIX 52.0F,(BLACK BEANS, CORN, TOMATOES, PEPPER), PICO DE GALLO 55.0F. ALL PRODCUT DISPOSED OF AND DENATURED, APPROX 5LBS $20 VALUE. VIOLATION 7-38-005A CRITICAL.
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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: OVER 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN REAR OF PREP AREA AND IN DISWASHING AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKET OF SALAD PREP COOLER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR, LOOSE. INSTD TO REPAIR/REPLACE GASKET AND MAINTAIN. INTERIOR SIDE PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH RUST. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN. EXCESSIVE BLACK SUBSTANCE ON CAULKING AT BASE OF UTILIY SINK AND WALL IN REAR. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION IN FRENCH FRY AND HAMBURGER/SAUSAGE FREEZER. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXTERIOR TOP OF SOFT SERVE MACHINE AROUND LIDS, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, AND BASEMENT STORAGE SHELVES NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: ALL GREASE/BEVERAGE LINES IN BASEMENT NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE GREASE/DEBRIS AND WRAPPED IN PLASTIC. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MISSING FAUCET HANDLE AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. REPLACE SAME. EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR OF PREP AREA SLOW DRAINING. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. DRY STORAGE STORED UNDER WASTER WATER LINES IN BASEMENT. STORAGE UNDER WASTE WATER LINES PROHIBITED. REPAIR LOW WATER PRESSURE AT FAUCET ABOVE SOFT SERVE MACHINE.
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mcdonald's #6113 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mcdonald's #6113 on file is from Jun 21, 2019. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mcdonald's #6113?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Mcdonald's #6113.

Has Mcdonald's #6113's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mcdonald's #6113 have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mcdonald's #6113 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.