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D4 IRISH PUB & CAFE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 5, 2020
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License #1804575
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MAKER NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE SLIME AND MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP NOTED AROUND CHUTE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN ICE MAKER AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: IMPROPER THAWING METHOD NOTED IN KITCHEN, FOUND LARGE PIECES OF FROZEN MEAT BEING THAWED AT ROOM TEMPERATURE, INSTRUCTED TO THAW ACCORDING TO HEALTH CODE.
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
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND SEVERAL SMALL FLY TRAPS INSTALLED BEHIND SINKS IN BAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP AWAY FROM OPEN FOOD.
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: CLEAN UTENSILS RACK PLACED NEXT TO SOILED DISHES AT DISH WASHING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A BARRIER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF CLEAN UTENSILS.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: CLEAN UTENSILS RACK PLACED NEXT TO SOILED DISHES AT DISH WASHING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A BARRIER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF CLEAN UTENSILS.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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