PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
CROWBAR LOUNGE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 25, 2014
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License #6010
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL MISSING AND BROKEN HANDLES ON DOORS TO COOLERS BEHIND BAR. REMOVE ALL RUSTY DEPOSITS FROM EXTERIOR OF CAN OPENER.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, BLADE OF CAN OPENER AND HOLSTER CONNECTED TO PREP TABLE, STORAGE SHELVES IN AREA WHERE ICE MACHINE IS LOCATED, EXTERIOR OF STEAM TABLE IN PREP AREA WHERE HOT SANDWICHES ARE PREPARED, INTERIORS OF COOLERS BEHIND THE BAR.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. REMOVE PUDDLES OF WATER FROM FLOOR IN REAR BY ICE MACHINE.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SEAL LOOSE WALL COVE UNDERNEATH WASH BOWL IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM(BAR AREA). REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES IN WASHROOM IN REAR BANQUET AREA. CLEAN ALL SPILLS AND LIQUID SPLATTERS FROM WALLS UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND BAR AND ON CEILING INSAME AREA.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO EXPOSED HANDSINK IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA, MUST INSTALL A HANDSINK WITH SOAP AND A SANITIARY HAND DRYING DEVICE. MUST INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDSINK IN FOOD PREP AREA IN REAR AREA WHERE ICE MACHINE AND REACH-IN FREEZER IS LOCATED WHICH IS SEPARATED BY A DOOR 10 FEET AWAY FROM EXPOSED HANDSINK BEHIND THE BAR. INSTALL A MOP SINK ON PREMISES. USING WHITE UTILITY SINKS THAT ARE NOT CONNECTED TO FLOOR DRAINS(WATER BEING CAUGHT IN BUCKETS UNDERNEATH)BEHIND THE BAR TO ICE DOWN BEER. MUST PROPELY CONNECT TO FLOOR DRAINS IF ACCESSIBLE.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ALL STOCK AND OTHER ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT MUST BE PROPERLY STORED ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #42
MAJOR
Violation Details
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
Why This Matters
Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.
Food Code Requirement
Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.
Specific Requirements
Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-302.15
Violation #42
MAJOR
Violation Details
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
Why This Matters
Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.
Food Code Requirement
Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.
Specific Requirements
Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-302.15
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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