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THE FRANKLIN TAP Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

THE FRANKLIN TAP 325 S FRANKLIN ST, CHICAGO 60606 Restaurant
October 20, 2022 Canvass License #2559684
7
Total Violations
4
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED AT BAR HANDWASHING SINK. MUST PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS.
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 #16
CRITICAL
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: FOUND LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE SANITIZING(CHLORINE) SOLUTION AT 0 PPM WHILE IN USE. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE CONCENTRATION FOR SANITIZING SOLUTION WHILE USING DISH MACHINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
Violation #16
CRITICAL
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: FOUND AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE THROUGHOUT INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MUST CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED.
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
Violation #25
MINOR
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: FOUND DISCLOSURE BY ASTERISK AND REMINDER. FOUND NO DISCLOSURE BY FOOT NOTE STATING THAT BURGERS ARE "COOKED TO ORDER" OR "SERVED UNDERCOOKED". INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.
Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND 2 ROACHES UNDER LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. NOTED 10 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT FACILITY BY BAR, FRONT PREP AND REAR PREP. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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 #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLE OVERFLOWING. GARBAGE RECEPTACLE MUST BE CLOSED AND TIGHT FITTING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.7-38-020(B).CITATION ISSUED.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLE OVERFLOWING. GARBAGE RECEPTACLE MUST BE CLOSED AND TIGHT FITTING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.7-38-020(B).CITATION ISSUED.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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