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MAC ARTHUR'S Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MAC ARTHUR'S 5412 W MADISON ST, CHICAGO 60644 Restaurant
March 24, 2022 Canvass License #1384031
9
Total Violations
2
Critical
7
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED ABOUT A 1/4 INCH GAP UNDER THE FRONT DOOR LEADING TO THE MADISON STREET SIDE. INSTRUCTED TO ADJUST, PROVIDE CLOSURE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING PEST AND INSECT ENTERING AND HARBORING.
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 #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDER THE DEEP FYERS OIL DRAINING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE OPENING OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AROUND THE EDGES. OBSERVED THE LARGE REACH IN WARMERS RUBBER GASKETS DAMAGED AND DOORS NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURES OF ANY FOODS THAT MAY BE HELD FOR SERVICE.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS, OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN FREEZER WITH A BUILD UP OF ICE ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BOTH.
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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE SIDE OF ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT (ALL SHELVING ACROSS FROM THE HOT LINE SIDE )WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE FAUCET BASE OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED ACROSS FROM THE LARGE RAW MEAT WALK IN COOLER. INSTRCUTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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: OBSERVED THE FLOORS AND WALLS IN THE FOOD SERVICE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, GREASE AND FOOD SPLATTER UNDER AND AROUND ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, REAR DISH WASHING AREA UNDER AND AROUND THE SINK,WASHING MACHINE AND DRYER, THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE HOTLINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AS MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND INSECT HARBORING.
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: OBSERVED AN UNUSED STEAM TABLE IN THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO USE OR REMOVE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A HARBORING SPACE FOR ANY PEST OR INSECTS.
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: OBSERVED AN UNUSED STEAM TABLE IN THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO USE OR REMOVE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A HARBORING SPACE FOR ANY PEST OR INSECTS.
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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Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections