CORCORAN'S GRILL & PUB Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE WALLS ON THE BASEMENT PREP AREA AND IN THE STAFF TOILET ROOM ADJACENT TO THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FLIES. CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. CONTACT PEST CONTROL PROVIDER FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING INSPECTION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS; CHICKEN, FISH, ETC., ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT 1948898, DATED 8/10/2016. VIOLATIONS INCLUDE; #31; OBSERVED BOWLS BEING USED TO DISPENSE BULK GOODS IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SCOOPS WITH HANDLES TO DISPENSE BULK GOODS. #37; THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE IS MISSING FROM THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. #38; THE BAR HAND SINK IS DRAINING SLOW. INSTRUCTED TO UNCLOG THE DRAIN. #43; OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTH STORED ON THE CUTTING BOARD. INSTRUCTED TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO LIMIT MICROBIAL GROWTH. VIOLATIONS STILL EXISTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA, FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP COOLER IN MAIN PREP AREA. REMOVE RUST FROM STORAGE RACKS IN BOTH WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH, NON ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE. DISCONTINUE USING MILK CRATES AS STORAGE RACKS IN WALK KIN COOLER AND FREEZER IN BASEMENT, AND IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLERS, EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS PRESENT. CLEAN INTERIOR CON TAT SURFACE OF MICROWAVE IN PREP AREA. CLEAN GREASE FROM THE STOVE, FRYER, AND GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN MAIN PREP AREA, BEHIND FRONT BAR, AND IN WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT. ALSO, REPAIR FLOOR IN BASEMENT NEAR THE ICE MACHINES, FLOORS SHOULD BE SMOOTH, NON ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION FROM HOOD AND FILTERS. CLEAN DRIED FOOD FROM WALL AT SERVER STATION ADJACENT TO SALAD PREP AREA. FINISH WALLS IN MANAGERS OFFICE IN BASEMENT, SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST INSTALL MORE LIGHTING IN SALAD PREP AREA, AND IN BASEMENT PREP AREA NEAR 2-COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH 3-COMP SINK IN MAIN PREP AREA. INSTALL SPLASH GUARD AT EXPOSED HAND INK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA TO PREVENT WATER FROM SPLASHING IN 2-COMP PREP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH 3-COMP SINK IN MAIN PREP AREA. INSTALL SPLASH GUARD AT EXPOSED HAND INK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA TO PREVENT WATER FROM SPLASHING IN 2-COMP PREP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.