Mcdonald's Rest. of Ill
Last inspected: Aug 5, 2014
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Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Mcdonald's Rest. of Ill, the earliest from 2010. The most recent visit was on Aug 5, 2014. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Note that Mcdonald's Rest. of Ill's inspection history hasn't been updated since Aug 5, 2014; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about six violations before that.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been the most frequent reason, cited nine times.
Mcdonald's Rest. of Ill's latest score is in line with the Chicago average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Aug 5, 2014
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: STORAGE SHELVES UNDER PREP TABLES NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ICE BIN IN FRONT BEVERAGE COUNTER NOT PROTECTED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVER FOR ICE BIN.
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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 COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: TILED COVING ALONG WALLBASE NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING TILE COVING. CEILING TILE IN PREP AREA N OT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE.
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Jul 29, 2014
Routine
6 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: EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY NOTED ON PREMISES. OBSERVED 20 PLUS GNATS ON WALLS AND SODA DISPENSER IN DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL LIVE EVIDENCE AND DETAIL AND SANITIZE AREA. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: DISH WASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED OR OPERATED, WHILE RUNNING AND DRAINING WATER IN MIDDLE OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, WATER COMING UP FROM AIR GAP FLOOR DRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DRAINLINES AND GREASE TRAP TO PREVENT INADEQUATE DISPOSAL OF DRAIN WATER. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: STORAGE SHELVES UNDER PREP TABLES NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ICE BIN IN FRONT BEVERAGE COUNTER NOT PROTECTED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVER FOR ICE BIN.
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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 COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: TILED COVING ALONG WALLBASE NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING TILE COVING. CEILING TILE IN PREP AREA N OT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE.
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Jan 30, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NOTED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE 3PART SINK AND STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Jan 23, 2013
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING AND RINSING MULTI-USE UTENSILS, HOWERVER THE 3RD COMPARTMENT OF 3PART SINK HAD NO SANITIZER, 0PPM. ALSO CONTAINERS FOR CLEANING TOWELS HAD EXCESSIVE SANITIZER, 200PPM CHLORINE. INSTRUCTED PROPER SET UP OF 3PART SINK WITH 200PPM QAC OR 100PPM CHLORINE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-030.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #521495, DATED, 6-6-11 NOT CORRECTED. #32, MUST REPLACE BROKEN PLASTIC CURTAINS IN WALK IN COOLER, AND SEAL RAW WOOD SHELVES INSIDE SMALL STORAGE ROOM NEAR KITCHEN. #35, MUST REPAIR WALLS INSIDE SMALL CLOSET/REPAINT, SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES THRU-OUT REAR STORAGE ROOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY, AND REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS THRU-OUT PREMISES. #38, MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATED WATER PRESSURE FOR WASHROOMS. #41, EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT CLOSETS AND REAR STORAGE AREA, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED, 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN DOORS FOR CABINETS INSIDE STAFF BREAK ROOM.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP ON EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE; FRYERS, FREEZERS, COOLERS, MOP SINKS, SHELVES AND SHELVING UNIT AND CABINETS INSIDE THE STAFF BREAK ROOM.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE UNDER EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS AT PREP AREA AND STORAGE AREAS, MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NOTED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE 3PART SINK AND STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPS.
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Oct 20, 2011
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REPAIR BROKEN ICE MACHINE OR CLEAN AND COVER OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES; ALSO MUST REPLACE BROKEN PLASTIC CURTAINS IN WALK IN COOLER, AND SEAL RAW WOOD SHELVES INSIDE SMALL STORAGE ROOM NEAR KITCHEN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZERS, FRYERS, MICROWAVE OVENS,CARTS, CABINETS AT FRONT SODA SERVING AREA, EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINES, MOP SINKS, AND COUNTERS, TABLES, CABINETS IN STAFF BREAKROOM.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. EXCESSIVE DEBRIS AND WATER ON FLOORS, MUST CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT PREMISES AND KEEP FLOORS DRY TO PREVENT SOURCE OF PEST BREEDING; ALSO 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: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REPAIR WALLS INSIDE SMALL CLOSET, CLEAN WALLS THRU-OUT WHERE NEED, SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES THRU-OUT REAR STORAGE ROOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY, AND REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS THRU-OUT PREMISES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 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 ADEQUATE WATER PRESSURE FOR WASHROOMS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT CLOSETS AND REAR STORAGE AREA, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Jun 6, 2011
Routine
6 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 REPAIR BROKEN ICE MACHINE OR CLEAN AND COVER OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES; ALSO MUST REPLACE BROKEN PLASTIC CURTAINS IN WALK IN COOLER, AND SEAL RAW WOOD SHELVES INSIDE SMALL STORAGE ROOM NEAR KITCHEN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZERS, FRYERS, MICROWAVE OVENS,CARTS, CABINETS AT FRONT SODA SERVING AREA, EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINES, MOP SINKS, AND COUNTERS, TABLES, CABINETS IN STAFF BREAKROOM.
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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. EXCESSIVE DEBRIS AND WATER ON FLOORS, MUST CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT PREMISES AND KEEP FLOORS DRY TO PREVENT SOURCE OF PEST BREEDING; ALSO 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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REPAIR WALLS INSIDE SMALL CLOSET, CLEAN WALLS THRU-OUT WHERE NEED, SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES THRU-OUT REAR STORAGE ROOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY, AND REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS THRU-OUT PREMISES.
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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 ADEQUATE WATER PRESSURE FOR WASHROOMS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT CLOSETS AND REAR STORAGE AREA, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Oct 28, 2010
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.//MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #80307 DATE 5-18-2010 #42 NO HAIR RESTRAINT ON FOOD HANDERLER PREPAIRING FOOD UNPROTECTED FOOD
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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.//NEED LIDES ON ALL GARBAGE CANS IN FOOD PREP AREA WHEN NOT IN USE
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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.//SOME SHELVES IN COOLER NEED CLEANING WALK IN COOLER, DRY STORAGE
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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.//FLOORS UNDER AROUND STOCK ,EQUIPMENT NEED CLEANING,MUST STORE ALL STOCK 6" WHEN IN STORAGE.
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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 REPLACE ALL MISSING CEILING TILES & VENTILATION COVERS IN BUSINESS DINNING AREA /RESTROOM
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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 URINAL 1 OF TWO IN MEN RESTROOM OUT OF ORDER.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.//SEE #29 ON REPORT VIOLATION
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Sep 3, 2010
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST CORRECT REMAINING VIOLATIONS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST CORRECT REMAINING VIOLATIONS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CORRECT REMAINING VIOLATIONS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CORRECT REMAINING VIOLATIONS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CORRECT REMAINING VIOLATIONS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST CORRECT REMAINING VIOLATIONS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST CORRECT REMAINING VIOLATIONS.
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May 20, 2010
Tag Removal
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON REPORT # 80307 DATED 5.18.10
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON REPORT # 80307 DATED 5.18.10.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON REPORT # 80307 DATED 5.18.10.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON REPORT # 80307 DATED 5.18.10.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON REPORT # 80307 DATED 5.18.10.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON REPORT # 80307 DATED 5.18.10.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON REPORT # 80307 DATED 5.18.10.
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May 18, 2010
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.//NEED NAMES ,DATES ON FOOD ITEMS IN STORAGE,PUT THE TIME ON FOOD ITEM WHEN PLACED IN DANGER ZONE BETWEEN 40F-140F IN STORAGE TO BE USED (CHEESE).
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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.//NEED SNEEZED GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED HAND BOWL (ICE TEA MACHINE & BREAD ON OTHER SIDE OF SINK)IN PREP AREA/LIDS FOR ALL GARBAGE CANS IN PREP 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.//SOME SHELVES IN COOLERS NEED CLEANING
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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.//FLOORES UNDER & AROUND STOCK ,EQUIPMENT NEED CLEANING IN WALK IN COOLER/FREEZER/PREP AREA
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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 REPLACE STAIN CEILING TILES AROUND SODA DISPENCE MACHINE & DINNING AREA
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline.//BASE OF FAUCET ON 4COMP.SINK LEAKING WATER
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.//MUST HAVE HAIR RESTRAINTS ON ALL FOOD HANDLERS WHEN PREPAIRING UNPROTECTED FOOD ITEMS IN FOOD PREP AREA
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mcdonald's Rest. of Ill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mcdonald's Rest. of Ill on file is from Aug 5, 2014. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mcdonald's Rest. of Ill?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Mcdonald's Rest. of Ill.
Has Mcdonald's Rest. of Ill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Mcdonald's Rest. of Ill 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 Rest. of Ill 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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