FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
TGI FRIDAY'S Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 8, 2023
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2437697
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACITIVITY DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 7 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLYING AROUND SODA GUN AND FLOOR DRAINS LOCATED IN BAR PREP AREA, NOTED APPROXIMATELY 15 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLYING THROUGHOUT REAR PREP/OFFICE AND DISHWASHING AREA NEAR MOP SINK ON WALLS, AND ON TOP OF MOP HEADS. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. # 7-38-020 (A). CITATION ISSUED.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED FAUCET NECK (RIGHT HAND SIDE) ON 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT BAR ON (NORTH SIDE FACING FRONT OF ESTABLISHEMENT AS WELL AS ENTIRE SIDE WITH MISSING/BROKEN WALL BASE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND ENCLOSE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MOPS STORED INCORRECTLY IN REAR PREP INSIDE MOP BUCKET, ON FLOOR AND INSIDE MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE UPRIGHT TO DRY PROPERLY AND NOT POTENTIALLY HARBOR PEST ON SITE
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MOPS STORED INCORRECTLY IN REAR PREP INSIDE MOP BUCKET, ON FLOOR AND INSIDE MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE UPRIGHT TO DRY PROPERLY AND NOT POTENTIALLY HARBOR PEST ON SITE
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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