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STRAWDOG THEATRE COMPANY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Liquor

STRAWDOG THEATRE COMPANY 1800-1812 W BERENICE AVE, CHICAGO 60613 Liquor
September 12, 2017 License License #2549954
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND NO EXPOSED HAND SINK AT BAR AREAS.7-38-030.SERIOUS VIOLATION. MUST INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK AT BAR AREAS.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND NO PEST CONTROL LOG AT PREMISES. FOUND FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED ON BOTTOM.(BROKEN SWEEP). MUST REPLACE BROKEN DOOR SWEEP. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-38-020. MUST PROVIDE PEST CONTROL LOG.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #24
MAJOR
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: FOUND NO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT BAR AREAS WITH ATTACHED DRAINBOARD GREASE TRAP. 7-38-030. SERIOUS VIOLATION. MUST PROVIDE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH DRAINBOARD/GREASE TRAP.
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: FOUND WALLS AND CEILING NOT FINISHED AT LIQUOR STORAGE AREAS. MUST FINISH/PAINT.
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: FOUND WALLS AND CEILING NOT FINISHED AT LIQUOR STORAGE AREAS. MUST FINISH/PAINT.
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
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