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

JIMMY BUFFETT'S MARGARITAVILLE BAR & GRILL (AKA: JIMMY BUFFET'S MARGARITAVILLE BAR & GRILL) 700 E GRAND AVE, CHICAGO 60611 Restaurant
May 17, 2021 Canvass License #2313695
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND NO HOT WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR PREP AREA; WATER IS AT 92.0 F. FOUND NO HOT WATER AT THE MENS' RESTROOM HANDWASHING SINK; WATER IS AT 88.0 F. MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER WITH A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100 F AND MAXIMUM OF 120 F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. MAINTENANCE REPAIRED THE HANDWASHING SINKS BY THE END OF THE INSPECTION. BOTH HANDWASHING SINKS NOW REACH 100.0 F.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: FOUND OLD FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP INSIDE MICROWAVE LOCATED ON COOKS LINE. FOUND STICKY RESIDUE ON HANDLES OF BAR COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN.
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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND LEAK UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE LEFT COMPARTMENT. MUST REPAIR.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND OLD FOOD, DIRT, AND DEBRIS BUILDUP UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT IN THE BAR LOCATED NEAR THE PATIO. MUST CLEAN 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED DAMAGED PIPE INSULATION IN WALK IN FREEZER LINES. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED DAMAGED PIPE INSULATION IN WALK IN FREEZER LINES. INSTRUCTED TO 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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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