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MAC ARTHUR'S Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MAC ARTHUR'S 5412 W MADISON ST, CHICAGO 60644 Restaurant
November 29, 2011 Complaint Re-Inspection License #1384031
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON HOT HOLDING CABINETS,POTATO PEELER LID IN POOR REPAIR,WORN CUTTING BOARDS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN ALL COOLERS & PREP TABLES.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN ALL STORAGE SHELVING UNITS,FRYERS,PREP COOLERS,FILTERS AT HOOD,ICE DISPENSER ON SODA MACHINE,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,PREP TABLES,OVENS.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST GROUT FLOOR THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.MUST CLEAN FLOORS & DRAINS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN WALK IN COOLER & PREP AREAS & WHERE NEEDED.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING WALL TILES,CEILING TILES,WALL BASES WHERE NEEDED.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN CHICKEN WALK IN COOLER,& END CAPS ON LIGHT SHIELD IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT 1- COMP SINK IN REAR AREA.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT 1- COMP SINK IN REAR AREA.
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.

Health Department Information

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