FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
GALWAY BAY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 6, 2010
Complaint
License #61124
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 5-14-07 #124475 NOT CORRECTED. #32- MUST PROVIDE LIDS FOR ALL ICE BINS. #33- MUST CLEAN THE FOLLOWING:INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS, EXPOSED HAND SINK, CABINETS. #34- MUST CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES, ALONG WALLS, AND ALL BASEBOARDS. #41- MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN UNUSED KITCHEN AND BOTH REAR STORAGE AREAS. #38- MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION IN BOTH WASHROOMS. #43- ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED. GIVEN 5 DAYS TO CORRECT.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. ALL OPEN WINDOWS MUST BE SCREENED.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS BEHIND BOTH BARS IN POOR REPAIR WITH RAW WOOD, HOLES MUST REPAIR, MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS BEHIND BOTH BARS IN POOR REPAIR WITH RAW WOOD, HOLES MUST REPAIR, MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection