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Harry Caray's Tavern Navy Pier

May 12, 2011 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeCanvass
failed findings6
critical findings0

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Failed findings

toxic items stored near food

Official wording: No Evidence Of Rodent Or Insect Outer Openings Protected/Rodent Proofed, A Written Log Shall Be Maintained Available To The Inspectors
Inspector note: INADEQUATE PEST CONTORL (7-38-020). NOTED AT LEAST 16-SMALL/FRUIT FLIES ON WALL & CEILING AROUND WAIT STAFF AREA BY THE BAR; 4-ON SODA SYRUP BOXES BY MOP SINK & 4-ON EXTERIOR DOOR OF BEER COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT P.C.O., ELIMINATE PESTS & CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.
code 18
Dish Washing Facilities: Properly Designed, Constructed, Maintained, Installed, Located And Operated

Inspector note: INADEQUATE PLUMBING (7-38-030). FOUND BOTTOM PIPE AT LEFT SIDE OF 3-COMP SINK (IN DISHROOM) LEAKING PROFUSELY ONTO THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO FIX & MAINTAIN, TO KEEP FLOORS DRY. All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health.
code 24
Food And Non-Food Contact Surfaces Properly Designed, Constructed And Maintained

Inspector note: CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.
code 32
Floors: Constructed Per Code, Cleaned, Good Repair, Coving Installed, Dust-Less Cleaning Methods Used

Inspector note: FLOOR DRAINS IN BAR AREA & AT REAR OF KITCHEN (BY SODA SYRUP ROOM) NEED CLEANING-DUE TO FOOD DEBRIS/DIRT. ALL SUPPLIES/STOCK MUST BE ELEVATED OFF THE FLOOR (MEZZANINE LEVEL). The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.
code 34
thermometers missing

Official wording: Lighting: Required Minimum Foot-Candles Of Light Provided, Fixtures Shielded
Inspector note: MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN WALK-IN COOLER & AT DISHROOM, MUST BE REPLACED. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.
code 36
grimy wiping cloths

Official wording: Premises Maintained Free Of Litter, Unnecessary Articles, Cleaning Equipment Properly Stored
Inspector note: ANY MILK CRATES USED FOR STORAGE RACKS MUST BE REPLACED WITH REGULAR SHELVINGS, FOR EASY CLEANING/PEST MONITORING. All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.
code 41

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