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BILLYS GOAT'S (AKA: BILLY GOAT TAVERN & GRILL) 1535 W MADISON ST, CHICAGO 60607 Restaurant
February 5, 2020 Canvass License #50158
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED A KIT AND PROCEDURE ON PREMISES. KIT DOES NOT HAVE THE APPROPRIATE SANITIZER TO KILL NOROVIRUS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SANITIZER. ADDITIONAL TIME GRANTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYER AND GRILL.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE BACKFLOW DEVICE ABOVE THE UTILITY SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA; REPAIR LEAK FROM BACKFLOW DEVICE.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, IN THE STORAGE AREA UNDER THE SHELVES AND IN REAR PREP AREA. SOME DUST OBSERVED ON THE CEILING VENT IN THE COOKING AREA; CLEAN VENT TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, IN THE STORAGE AREA UNDER THE SHELVES AND IN REAR PREP AREA. SOME DUST OBSERVED ON THE CEILING VENT IN THE COOKING AREA; CLEAN VENT TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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