JIMMY BUFFETT'S MARGARITAVILLE BAR & GRILL Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: Violation Codes: 2-101.11. Inspector Comments: - THE DESIGNATED PERSON IN CHARGE, WHO IS ON SITE, MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION LICENSE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED. -

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B). Inspector Comments: - MUST PROVIDE CONSPICUOUSLY LOCATED AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL PREP COOLERS AND 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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.112. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED DEAD COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR, PREP TABLES, AND EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE THE DEAD ROACHES, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN AREAS. -

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-202.15. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM/CENTER OF THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE DOORS TO THE OUTSIDE. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS. -

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.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: Violation Codes: 4-904.13. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED PRESET TABLEWARE IN THE DINING ROOM, UNCOVERED & EXPOSED TO POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION. MUST REMOVE/COVER/INVERT ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF PRESET TABLEWARE TO PREVENT POTENTIAL EXPOSURE TO CONTAMINATION. -

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Violation Codes: 4-501.11. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED A BROKEN HANDLE ON THE FRONT PREP AREA'S OUTER LEFT SIDE PREP COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. -

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C). Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS/GREASE ON THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: Violation Codes: 5-205.15. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED A LEAK COMING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT BAR'S DISH MACHINE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. -

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.12. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE WATER, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAIN BY THE ICE MACHINE FULL OF WATER, DIRT, AND DEBRIS. MUST REMOVE ALL EXCESS WATER/DIRT/DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN AREA. -

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.11. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL AT THE WALL BASE BOARD BEHIND THE DISHMACHINE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST RECAULK AT THE HANDWASH SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED STAINED AND DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED HOLES IN THE CEILING ABOVE THE HOT WATER TANK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. -

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.17. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED A SOFT ABSORBENT AND CORROSIVE MATERIAL COVERING THE AIR DUCT IN THE REAR BAR AREA. MUST PROVIDE A VENT COVERING THAT IS NON CORROSIVE, SMOOTH, AND EASILY CLEANABLE IN ALL PREP AREAS. -

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.14. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILDUP ON THE FRONT PREP AREA HOOD VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.14. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILDUP ON THE FRONT PREP AREA HOOD VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.