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PADDY MAC'S Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PADDY MAC'S 4157 N PULASKI RD, CHICAGO 60641 Restaurant
April 5, 2010 Canvass License #7098
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: Multi use and single use container not properly stored. Instructed invert utensil to prevent contamination before use.
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ice bins not provived with cover. Instructed to have ice protected during at all times. Shelves in rear has chipped paint. Instructed to remove chipped paint and repaint surface with non-toxic sealant.
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Floor in bar area and rear not cleaned or maintained. Instructed to detail clean floor and reseal floor in rear. Floor at bottom of side and front doors not fight fitting. Instructed to install treshold to prevent any daylight coming through from door sweeps.
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: Fan covers, ventilation covers and walls and ceiling in rear not cleaned or maintained. Instructed to detail clean all covers and repaint walls and ceiling in rear.
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 #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Light bulb inside walk in cooler not shielded. Instructed to install shield over bulb.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Drain line for soda dispenser not properly draining. Instructed to attach drainline for holder and to properly drain to waste line. Hot water pressure low in womens toilet room. Instructed to provide adequate water pressure.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Drain line for soda dispenser not properly draining. Instructed to attach drainline for holder and to properly drain to waste line. Hot water pressure low in womens toilet room. Instructed to provide adequate water pressure.
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.

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