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O'LEARY'S PUBLIC HOUSE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

O'LEARY'S PUBLIC HOUSE 541 N WELLS ST, CHICAGO 60654 Restaurant
January 27, 2025 Canvass License #32939
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE POSTED AT HANDWASHING SINK IN MEN'S WASHROOM USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO POST CLEARLY VISIBLE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DEAD WATER BUGS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT AND DEAD ROACHES ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD WATER BUGS AND DEAD ROACHES IN FACILITY.
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 RUST ON SHELVING OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND MAINTAIN. NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES SHALL BE SMOOTH FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA IN REAR.
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 DEBRIS ON FLOOR AND ALONG BASES OF WALLS IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA/ STORAGE AREA UNDERNEATH SHELVING AND DISH MACHINE. OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR AND ALONG BASES OF WALL UNDERNEATH SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AND ALONG BASES OF WALLS IN SAID AREAS IN FACILITY AND MAINTAIN.
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 DEBRIS ON FLOOR AND ALONG BASES OF WALLS IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA/ STORAGE AREA UNDERNEATH SHELVING AND DISH MACHINE. OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR AND ALONG BASES OF WALL UNDERNEATH SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AND ALONG BASES OF WALLS IN SAID AREAS IN FACILITY AND MAINTAIN.
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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