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MCCORMICK PLACE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MCCORMICK PLACE (AKA: VISTA BALLROOM) 2300 S LAKE SHORE DR, CHICAGO 60616 Restaurant
August 2, 2010 Canvass Re-Inspection License #1932257
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: PAINT RUSTY RACKS IN MAIN KITCHEN
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: CLEAN FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLERS/FREEZERS, CURTAINS AT INTERIOR DOORS OF WALK-IN COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN, INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF HOT HOLDING UNITS, EXTERIOR OF GRILL/STOVES, UNDER, AROUND GRILL/FRYERS AND EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP.
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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER IN WAREHOUSE AND MAIN KITCHEN. CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT MAIN KITCHEN.
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN LOWER WALLS UNDER SINKS AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MAIN KITCHEN, AND REMOVE BLACK BUILDUP AT WALL AROUND 4 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN LOWER WALLS UNDER SINKS AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MAIN KITCHEN, AND REMOVE BLACK BUILDUP AT WALL AROUND 4 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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