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MACARONI GRILL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MACARONI GRILL (AKA: MACARONI GRILL (T3-K2)) 11601 W TOUHY AVE, CHICAGO 60666 Restaurant
September 15, 2017 Complaint Re-Inspection License #34220
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed a torn refrigeration gasket on the right door of the two door cheese cooler. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
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: Observed dirt and debris in the soda gun holders at the bar. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the ice machine to have slight dirt accumulation in the upper interior portion. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain. Observed the wall mounted shelves near the dish machine to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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: Observed dirt and food accumulated on the floor around the dish machine and behind the prep lines and coolers and around the bag in box soda area. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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: Observed stains on ceiling above bar area. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed dirt and debris accumulated on the wall behind the front prep area and on the wall surrounding the rear dish and 3 compartment sink area. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed a hole in the wall behind the toaster in the front prep area. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Observed stains on ceiling above bar area. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed dirt and debris accumulated on the wall behind the front prep area and on the wall surrounding the rear dish and 3 compartment sink area. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed a hole in the wall behind the toaster in the front prep area. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections