FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Murphy's Bleachers Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 25, 2018
Canvass
License #1171723
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on May 25, 2018. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 7 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #24
MAJOR
Violation Details
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. FOUND FAUCET NECK NOT REACHING ALL THREE COMPARTMENTS,INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A FAUCET THAT REACHES ALL THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-301.11, 4-501.14
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: BEGINING OF MINERAL BUILD-UP AND RUST AT METAL FRONT PANEL INSIDE THE WEST ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.CLEAN /REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DEBRIS,DUST,AND GREASE BUILD UP THROUGHOUT THE MAIN KITCHEN,GRILL AREA,ALL BAR AREA AND WALK-IN COOLERS. FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT IS RUSTY,SURFACE POROUS NOT CLEANABLE.INSTRUCTED SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: LIQUID SPILLAGE ON CEILING IN MAIN KITCHEN,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE THE MAIN KITCHEN, BY THE PREP WEST COOLER. REPLACE
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: ADDITIONAL EXPOSED HAND SINK IS NEEDED AT GRILL COOKING AREA DUE TO THE OTHER EXPOSED SINK AWKWARDS OF LOCATION INSTALLED,NOT INSTALLED BY NORTH PREP/SERVING AREA.INSTALL UNDER CITY PLUMBING CODE SOAP,PAPER TOWELS/HAND DRYING DEVICE AT SAID SINK
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: ADDITIONAL EXPOSED HAND SINK IS NEEDED AT GRILL COOKING AREA DUE TO THE OTHER EXPOSED SINK AWKWARDS OF LOCATION INSTALLED,NOT INSTALLED BY NORTH PREP/SERVING AREA.INSTALL UNDER CITY PLUMBING CODE SOAP,PAPER TOWELS/HAND DRYING DEVICE AT SAID SINK
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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