SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

O'CALLAGHAN'S.

BEAT. 43/100

29 W HUBBARD ST · OLD TOWN, CHICAGO

Last inspected June 25, 2025 · passed

Failed 3 of 20 inspections. 9 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
20
11 passed · 6 w/ conditions · 3 failed
VIOLATIONS
65
includes 9 critical
RECORDS COVER
13 YEARS
since Oct 2011

INSPECTION HISTORY

JUN 25
2025
PASSED
0 violations
JUN 16
2025
FAILED
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

NOTED BULK FOOD ITEMS STORED INSIDE CONTAINERS AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL BULK AND WORKING FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH CONTENTS NAME.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

NOTED OVER 15 RAT DROPPINGS ALONG WALL BASE AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND HAVE PREMISES TREATED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

MINOROther
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

NOTED NO WASHING DETERGENT SOLUTION AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO HAVE A WASHING DETERGENT SOLUTION (BLEACH, QUARTZ ETC). PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

NOTED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER AND SURROUNDING NOT MAINTAINED WITH THICK GREASE ON THE GROUND AROUND THE GREASE CONTAINER AND ON TOP OF CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN GREASE CONTAINER AND ITS SURROUNDING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA WHERE RAT DROPPING WERE FOUND AT THE BAR ON FIRST FLOOR.

DEC 17
2024
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE POSTED IN BOTH THIRD FLOOR ALL GENDER WASHROOMS AND IN SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR BARS. INSTRUCTED TO POST CLEARLY VISIBLE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES.

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED GRAY BUILDUP IN NOZZLE HOLDER LOCATED ON THE SOUTHSIDE OF SECOND FLOOR BAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF NOZZLE HOLDER LOCATED ON THE SOUTHSIDE OF SECOND FLOOR BAR AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO ASTERISK ON MENU IDENTIFYING ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS THAT ARE SERVED COOKED TO ORDER AND OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE SERVED COOKED TO ORDER. INSTRUCTED TO ADD ASTERISK IDENTIFYING ALL ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS THAT ARE SERVED COOKED TO ORDER AND TO ADD DISCLOSURE TO MENU STATING THAT ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK ARE SERVED COOKED TO ORDER. CORRECTED DURING RECENT INSPECTION ON 12/18/2024, OBSERVED ASTERISK ON MENU IDENTIFYING ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS THAT ARE SERVED COOKED TO ORDER AND OBSERVED DISCLOSURE ON MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE SERVED COOKED TO ORDER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED OPENING IN MIDDLE OF FRONT ENTRANCE OF FRONT DOUBLE DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED DRAIN LINE LEADING FROM FOUNTAIN NOZZLE INTO HANDWASHING SINK IN SECOND FLOOR BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RELOCATE DRAIN LINE FROM FOUNTAIN NOZZLE TO FLOOR DRAIN IN SECOND FLOOR BAR.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN BOTH ALL GENDER WASHROOMS ON THIRD FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN BOTH ALL GENDER WASHROOMS ON THIRD FLOOR FOR SANITARY PRODUCTS.

AUG 13
2024
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE REAR BASEMENT AREA WHERE BEER KEGS STORED FOR PICK UP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED ON THE VENTILATION FAN ON THE CEILING OF THE MENS WASHROOM ON THE FIRST FLOOR.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.

NOV 8
2023
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

CLEAN DISHWARE STORED ON SHELVES HAVE NOT BEEN AIR DRIED PROPERLY AFTER SANITIZING. AFTER CLEANING AND SANITZING ALL EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS SHALL BE AIR DRIED BEFORE USE. CLOTH DRYING OF EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS IS NOT APPROVED.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

FAN GUARD IN THE WALK-IN COOLERS IS SOILED WITH DUST ACCUMILATION. FACILITY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION NOT PROVIDED ON SITE. ALL CITY/PENDING CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION AND PROVIDE ON SITE.

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OCT 25
2022
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORSanitation
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED LARGE KNIFE STORED IN ROLL TOP OF 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE AND GRIME ON INTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED 3 EMPLOYEES WITH EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

JAN 13
2022
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED DIRECTLY IN THE ICE CHEST. INSTRUCTED TO STORE OUTSIDE THE ICE BIN

MINOROther
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

OBSERVED NO SUMMARY POSTED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION #2546209 DATED 1/6/2022. LEFT NEW SUMMARY AND INSTRUCTED TO POST FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.

JAN 6
2022
FAILED
4 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO IDENTIFY (DISCLOSE)SUCH FOODS BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOTNOTE THAT STATES: "CONSUMING RAW OR UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL PRODUCTS MAY INCREASE RISK OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS, ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE MEDICAL CONDITIONS." PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED DIRECTLY IN THE ICE CHEST. INSTRUCTED TO STORE OUTSIDE THE ICE BIN

SERIOUSFood Temperature
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE THERMOMETERS ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IRREVERSIBLE THERMOMETERS FOR DETERMINING FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE OF HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS SHOULD HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

JAN 10
2020
PASSED
2 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASH SIGN AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN 1ST FLOOR MAIN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN .

MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED A WHITE, HINGE TOP FREEZER IN BASEMENT ACROSS FROM 3 COMPARTMENT SINK HELD TOGETHER WITH DUCT TAPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.

MAR 21
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO VOMIT/ DIARRHEA CLEANUP KIT ON SITE, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO HAND S WASHING SIGNS IN TOILET ROOMS, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

WALLS AND CEILING AROUND BASEMENT ICE MAKER IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SMOOTH DURABLE WALLS AND CEILING. ALSO SAME BEHIND CLEAN UTENSILS RACK IN BASEMENT

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD SERVICE MANGERS, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.

MAY 4
2018
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVING IN LIQUOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT/SEAL THE SHELVING SO IT IS SMOOTH, NON-ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED BOXES OF BEER AND LIQUOR STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL BEVERAGES AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OBSERVED CEILING ABOVE BASEMENT DRY FOOD STORAGE UNFINISHED, WITH RAW WOOD PLANKS, FRAMING AND PIPES CROSSING OVERHEAD. ALSO NOTED UNFINISHED WOOD CEILING ABOVE LIQUOR STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO FINISH CEILING IN THESE FOOD STORAGE AREAS SO CEILING IS SMOOTH, NON-ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

MINORPest Activity
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED CLUTTER AND CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS (BROKEN BOARDS, PIECES OF WOOD, WRAPPERS, ETC) ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA WHERE EMPTY KEGS ARE HELD. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY MATERIALS AND MAINTAIN AREA TO BE CLEAN AND FREE OF PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.

APR 11
2017
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE UNCLEAN WITH DIRT ON REAR PANEL ON INTERIOR. CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.

JAN 26
2016
PASSED
0 violations
JAN 19
2016
FAILED
5 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

OBSERVED CLEAR WATER BACKING UP INTO MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WHEN SAID SINK FAUCET IS TURNED ON INTO OTHER COMPARTMENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN GREASE TRAP, ROD OUT DRAIN PIPES. ALL MULTI-USE UTENSILS MUST BE SANITIZED INSIDE DISHMACHINE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON REAR OF CONDENSER INSIDE FOOD WALK IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOLER CONDENSER.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OBSERVED DUST/DIRT ON WALLS IN MENS WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN WALLS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

PREP 1-COMPARTMENT SINK DRAIN PIPE LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

SOME BAR COOLERS MISSING THERMOMETERS/BROKEN THERMOMETERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE WORKING THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COOLERS.

JAN 23
2015
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST DEFROST ONE OUT OF 5 CHEST FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT,(WITH HEAVY ICE ACCUMULATED) AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL INTERIOR DOOR OF THE DEEP FRYER IN THE KITCHEN 1ST FLOOR AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN IN DETAIL THE MOP SINK AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

CLEAN UIN DETAIL THE FLOOR BEHIND AND UNDER THE DEEP FRYER, GRILL AND STOVE,(WITH GREASE BUILD-UP) AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

VENT COVER IN BOTH CUSTOMER'S WASHROOM IN THE 2ND FLOOR,WITH DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

VENTILATION IN BOTH WASHROOMS IN THE FIRST FLOOR NOT WORKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

MUST STORE ICE SCOOP IN A SEPARATE CONTAINER NOT ON TOP OF THE ICE TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

MUST ENROLL ONLINE TO GET A FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE.

APR 1
2014
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

NOTED RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT OR REPLACE.

MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

NOTED FLOORS ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE,DIRT AND DEBRIS ALONG WALL BASE ESPECIALLY AT THE KITCHEN UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DISH WASHER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MAR 12
2013
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

ICE SCOOP HOLDER NOT CELAN AT BOTTOM, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

WALK-IN COOLER CEILING IN POOR REPAIR, PEELING CAULKING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

INADEQUATE LIGHTING AT BASEMENT'S ICE MAKER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ADD LIGHTS.

NOV 2
2011
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED COLD PLATE AND SODA LINES IN CONTACT WITH CONSUMABLE ICE BEHIND ALL ICE BINS AT BOTH BARS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT CONSUMABLE ICE AND COLD PLATE SODA LINES MUST BE SEPARATED. MUST PROVIDE A WINDOW SCREEN IN THE 2ND FLOOR MEN'S RESTROOM.

MINORPest Activity
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. OBSERVED STANDING WATER BEHIND THE 1ST FLOOR BAR. MUST MAINTAIN THE FLOOR DRY TO PREVENT FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

PROVIDE DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE BASEMENT PREP AREA 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE A DRAIN LINE FOR THE BEER TAP AT THE 2ND FLOOR BAR.

NOV 1
2011
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED COLD PLATE AND SODA LINES IN CONTACT WITH CONSUMABLE ICE BEHIND ALL ICE BINS AT BOTH BARS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT CONSUMABLE ICE AND COLD PLATE SODA LINES MUST BE SEPARATED. MUST PROVIDE A WINDOW SCREEN IN THE 2ND FLOOR MEN'S RESTROOM.

MINORPest Activity
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. OBSERVED STANDING WATER BEHIND THE 1ST FLOOR BAR. MUST MAINTAIN THE FLOOR DRY TO PREVENT FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

PROVIDE DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE BASEMENT PREP AREA 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE A DRAIN LINE FOR THE BEER TAP AT THE 2ND FLOOR BAR.

OCT 3
2011
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ALL ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF UNIT CLEANED AND SANITIZED. FAX REINSPECTION LETTER TO (312) 746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED COLD PLATE AND SODA LINES IN CONTACT WITH CONSUMABLE ICE BEHIND ALL ICE BINS AT BOTH BARS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT CONSUMABLE ICE AND COLD PLATE SODA LINES MUST BE SEPARATED. MUST PROVIDE A WINDOW SCREEN IN THE 2ND FLOOR MEN'S RESTROOM.

MINORPest Activity
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. OBSERVED STANDING WATER BEHIND THE 1ST FLOOR BAR. MUST MAINTAIN THE FLOOR DRY TO PREVENT FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

PROVIDE DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE BASEMENT PREP AREA 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE A DRAIN LINE FOR THE BEER TAP AT THE 2ND FLOOR BAR.

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