Moher

5310 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60646
Indian
Last inspected: Jun 7, 2012
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Moher stretching back to 2010. The most recent visit was on Jun 7, 2012. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Moher dates to Jun 7, 2012.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited three times.

Moher's latest score of 100 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Jun 7, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 31, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: EXIT DOOR AND OUTSIDE STORAGE ROOM, WITH OVER 1/4 OF AN INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF THE DOORS. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS, 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CAULKING AROUND THE MOP SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WORN OUT WITH BLACK MOLDY SUBSTANCE . INSTRUCTED TO RE CAULK AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND SANITIZE THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE AND INTERIOR TOP OF THE MICROWAVE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN THE BACK STORAGE ROOM.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE WALLS BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BY THE DISH MACHINE. BROKEN WALL TILES INSIDE THE MENS WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKING ON THE PIPE UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. SLOW DRAINING OF THE EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE BAR.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 6, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, storage shelving/racks not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices).Rear storage shelving, walk in cooler shelving need cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, and under storage shelving in kitchen areas need cleaning. floors in rear storage room under shelving racks, and around walk in cooler, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged stained ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area shall be replaced/repair, walls in kitchen prep area need detailed cleaning.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Broken, damaged light shields in kitchen prep area shall be replaced, light shields need detailed cleaning in kitchen area, and in storage areas.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation)in walk in cooler, coolers not clean need detailed cleaning. Exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen prep area, bar area, and bathrooms need detailed cleaning.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
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Jun 3, 2010
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Prep table rusted at bottom storage shelf. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Can opener, interior cover of ice machine, sinks, deep fryers, prep tables, microwave and exhaust filters not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbasein prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light and ventilation covers through-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Utility sink not provided with backflow preventer. Instructed to install backflow preventer to utility sink or disconnect hose and remove threads at faucet.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provide in cooler in bar area storing dairy products. Instructed to provide thermometer in front visible inside cooler.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moher last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Moher on file is from Jun 7, 2012. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Moher?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Moher.

Has Moher's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Moher have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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