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MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS

4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD · Chicago, IL 60641

Restaurant

Chicago Department of Public Health reports Out of Business for MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS on .

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Inspection date
Reported outcome
Out of Business
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2463676

Location recorded for this inspection · MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS · 4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

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Inspection history

Chicago publishes inspection reports dating back to 2010. The city changed its procedures on July 1, 2018.

Complaint Re-InspectionPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Complaint Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2304396

Location recorded for this inspection · MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS · 4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD

The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.

Recorded violations

  • 5

    PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.

Complaint Re-InspectionFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Complaint Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
13
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2304142

Location recorded for this inspection · MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS · 4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD

Recorded violations

  • 5

    PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.

  • 23

    PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED REFRIGERATED,READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS,PREPARED ON SITE HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. –

  • 25

    CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EATING RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. -

  • 38

    INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: UPGRADED TO VIOLATION #59.

  • 47

    FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Observed rusty shelves inside walk in cooler. Must repair or replace and maintain for smooth and cleanable surface.

  • 49

    NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Observed build up of dirt, debris, and grease inside and on the exterior of the fryers, along the ventilation hood and underneath ovens in kitchen. Observed build up of dirt and debris on tiles behind grill and front three compartment sink. Observed build up of debris, dirt, and food debris underneath reach in coolers in bar area. Must clean, sanitize and maintain.

  • 51

    PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT COFFEE MAKER UNIT. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE DRY STORAGE/LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND REMAINING ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND ELEVATED AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASIER CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN. FOUND WORN GROUT LINES IN BAR AREA. MUST RE-GROUT FLOORS IN BAR AREA WHERE NEEDED.

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE REFRIGERATION UNIT ON THE NORTH WALL OF KITCHEN AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.

  • 57

    ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: FOOD HANDLERS HAVE NO PROOF OF TRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.

  • 58

    ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

  • 59

    PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2303850 DATED:07/29/2019 NON-COMPLIANCE CONTINUED TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF RODENT(MICE) DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS APPROXIMATELY 100-125 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS ON FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE REAR CLUTTERED DRY STORAGE ROOM ON,AROUND DRY SHELVING,AND ON LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES IN THE KITCHEN,AND ON TOP CORNERS OF LEDGES AT FRONT WINDOW AREAS AND APPROXIMATELY 15 RODENT(MICE) DROPPINGS IN AND AROUND SHELVES IN LIQUOR STORAGE CLOSET IN SAME ROOM AND APPROXIMATELY 25 RODENT (MICE)DROPPINGS IN UNUSED OVEN IN KITCHEN AREA ALSO,APPROXIMATELY 35 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS FOUND IN FURNACE ROOM AND IN THE TOOL STORAGE ROOM.ALSO NOTED APPROXIMATELY 25 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN KITCHEN AND IN BAR AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS IN DETAIL AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS RECOMMENDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.

Complaint Re-InspectionFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Complaint Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
13
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2303985

Location recorded for this inspection · MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS · 4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD

Recorded violations

  • 3

    MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: VIOLATION CORRECTED.EMPLOYEE HEALTH TRAINING POLICY TRAINING AND SIGNED BY ALL EMPLOYEES ON THE PREMISES.

  • 5

    PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.

  • 23

    PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED REFRIGERATED,READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS,PREPARED ON SITE HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. –

  • 25

    CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EATING RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. -

  • 38

    INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Observed 100 rodent mice droppings in rear dry storage/liquor storage closet. Observed approximately 50 rodent mice droppings in furnace room. Observed 25 rodent mice droppings in unused oven in kitchen. Observed 20 live fruit flies in walls and ceilings in bar area. Must detail clean and sanitize all affected areas, remove live fruit flies,Pest services recommended at this time. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-020(A),Citation issued.

  • 47

    FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Observed rusty shelves inside walk in cooler. Must repair or replace and maintain for smooth and cleanable surface.

  • 47

    FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Observed cutting boards are worn down with deep grooves. Must replace and maintain.

  • 49

    NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Observed build up of dirt, debris, and grease underneath ovens in kitchen. Observed build up of dirt and debris on tiles behind grill and front three compartment sink. Observed build up of debris, dirt, and food debris underneath reach in coolers in bar area. Must clean, sanitize and maintain.

  • 51

    PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE, COFFEE MAKER UNIT. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE DRY STORAGE/LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND REMAINING ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND ELEVATED AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASIER CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND ALL EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.

  • 57

    ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: FOOD HANDLERS HAVE NO PROOF OF TRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.

  • 58

    ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

ComplaintFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
21
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2303850

Location recorded for this inspection · MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS · 4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD

Recorded violations

  • 3

    MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: FOUND NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010,NO CITATION ISSUED. -

  • 5

    PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.

  • 10

    ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: Observed no handwashing signs at coffee service station and inside washrooms. Must add signs.

  • 10

    ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: Observed no hot water in handwashing sink after running for 30 minutes located in coffee service area. Must repair and maintain hot water at minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Priority Violation 7-38--030(C). Citation issued.

  • 16

    FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: Observed black, slimy, moldy substances inside water components of ice maker dripping into ice,"Ice is used for human consumption". Must remove ice and detail clean, sanitize, and maintain the areas inside ice maker. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-005,Citation issued.

  • 23

    PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED REFRIGERATED,READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS,PREPARED ON SITE HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. –

  • 25

    CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EATING RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. -

  • 36

    THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: Found no metal stem thermometer for taking food temperatures. Must provide. Priority Foundation violation 7-38-005, No citation issued.

  • 38

    INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Observed 100 rodent mice droppings in rear dry storage/liquor storage closet. Observed approximately 50 rodent mice droppings in furnace room. Observed 25 rodent mice droppings in unused oven in kitchen. Observed 20 live fruit flies in walls and ceilings in bar area. Must detail clean and sanitize all affected areas, remove live fruit flies,Pest services recommended at this time. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-020(A),Citation issued.

  • 47

    FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Observed rusty shelves inside walk in cooler. Must repair or replace and maintain for smooth and cleanable surface.

  • 47

    FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Observed cutting boards are worn down with deep grooves. Must replace and maintain.

  • 49

    NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Observed build up of dirt, debris, and grease underneath ovens in kitchen. Observed build up of dirt and debris on tiles behind grill and front three compartment sink. Observed build up of debris, dirt, and food debris underneath reach in coolers in bar area. Must clean, sanitize and maintain.

  • 51

    PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE, COFFEE MAKER UNIT. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

  • 51

    PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED 1 OUT OF 2 URINALS IN WASH ROOM COMPLETELY COVERED IN BLACK PLASTIC NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY AND WATER LEAK UNDERNEATH THE HAND SINK AT BAR AREA.MUST REPAIR PLUMBING LEAKS AND MAINTAIN.

  • 52

    SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: Observed oily green food waste water debris backing up into right compartment of three compartment sink after center sink is drained. Then oily green food waste water debris backs into left compartment of sink before draining out. Observed gray, oily food debris backing into right compartment of rear three compartment sink after draining center compartment. Then gray, oily waste waters food debris backs up into left compartment before draining out. Instructed management to utilize the dish washing machine to wash, rinse, and sanitize kitchen utensils and equipments. Must repair and maintain adequate liquid waste water disposal. Priority Violation 7-38-030(C),Citation issued.

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE DRY STORAGE/LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND REMAINING ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND ELEVATED AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASIER CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND ALL EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.

  • 56

    ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS AND DISH WASHING AREAS AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.

  • 56

    ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD FOR LIGHT FIXTURE ABOVE THE DISH WASHING MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.

  • 57

    ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: FOOD HANDLERS HAVE NO PROOF OF TRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.

  • 58

    ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

ComplaintNo Entry
Inspection date
Reported outcome
No Entry
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2303488

Location recorded for this inspection · MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS · 4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
8
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1982979

Location recorded for this inspection · MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS · 4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 30

    FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL FOOD CONTAINERS WITH READY TO EAT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST HAVE A LABEL AND DATED.

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RUSTED SPLASH GUARD ON BOTH SIDE OF THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SIDES OF THE GRILL,STOVE AND DEEP FRYER WITH HEAVY DUST AND GREASE ACCUMULATED. CLEAN THE BOTTOM SHELVE OF ALL CABINET BEHIND THE BAR AND MAINTAIN.

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN THE FLOOR WITH GREASE BUILD -UP UNDER AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE COOK LINE AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN THE FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: FILTER ON THE HOOD/CANOPY IN THE COOK LINE WITH HEAVY GREASE ACCUMULATED. MUST CLEAN REMOVE GREASE AND MAINTAIN.

  • 36

    LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB IN THE PREP AREA/KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

  • 42

    APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: ALL EMPLOYEES HELPING PREPARING THE FOOD IN THE PREP AREA MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE THE HAIR.

  • 43

    FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED - Comments: WASH CLOTH FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLES,CHOPPING BOARD, BAR COUNTER , MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.

Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1932848

Location recorded for this inspection · MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS · 4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
7
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1932360

Location recorded for this inspection · MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS · 4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 6

    HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: Observed 2 food handlers using bare hands in contact with ready to eat foods (turkey and toasted bread on sandwich). Instructed no bare hand contact with ready to eat foods. Instructed all food handlers must use utensils such as tongs or spatula, or gloves (must also wash hands between glove changes or when switching tasks). Utensils and gloves on cooking line. Critical violation 7-38-010(a).

  • 18

    NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: Found 25 mice droppings and 4 dead mice on floor in furnace room. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitize area. Found 1/2 inch gap on lower right corner of rear outside door in kitchen area. Must repair to make door tight fitting. Serious violation. 7-38-020.

  • 31

    CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: Found dishes and other multi use items improperly stored on dish draining rack. instructed must invert all multi use items to prevent contamination. Must maintain.

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Found leak under fryer basket. (oil pooling in lower interior of fryer). Must repair, clean and sanitize. Found duct tape on counter near sink in server station in the rear dining room. Instructed to remove and repair. Must not use duct tape as a means for repair. All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Found food and other debris between soda fountain and cooler for glasses in server station. Instructed to remove, clean and maintain. Found slimy white substance in gun holders in bar. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitize.

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Found food debris and dirt buildup on floor under 3 compartment sink in dish area, and on floor behind rear grill and ovens. Must remove, clean, sanitize and maintain. Found cracked/missing floor tiles under dish draining rack in dish area. Must repair and maintain.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Found cracked/missing wall tiles on bottom rear hallway leading to employee restroom. Instructed to repair and maintain. Found grease build up on interior of hood over front cooking line. Must remove, clean and maintain.

Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1199810

Location recorded for this inspection · MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS · 4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 45

    FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET - Comments: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

Canvass Re-InspectionFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1575279

Location recorded for this inspection · MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS · 4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 14

    PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM 9-1-15 NOT CORRECTED. #29-. #38-INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SEPARATE EXPOSED HAND SINK FOR HAND WASHING PURPOSES ONLY BEHIND BAR AREA AND EXPOSED HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE IN REAR PREP AREAS. AN ADDITIONAL PIZZA PREP AREA INSTALLED NEXT TO REAR FOOD PREP. SINK INSTALLED IN REAR PIZZA PREP AREA WITHOUT HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER. PARTIAL PLUMBING (PIPING) INSTALLED BEHIND BAR. INSTRUCTED TO USE ADDITIONAL HAND SINKS IN ESTABLISHMENT UNTIL ALL REQUIRED SINKS HAVE BEEN PROPERLY INSTALLED AND OPERATIONAL. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.

  • 29

    PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: SEE VIOLATION #14.

  • 30

    FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE THREE STOPPERS FOR THE BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

  • 45

    FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET - Comments: NO IDPH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

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Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
11
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1567052

Location recorded for this inspection · MC NAMARA'S FOOD & DRINKS · 4326-4328 W IRVING PARK RD

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 2

    FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: FACILITIES UNABLE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURES. TWO COOLERS, COOKS LINE TWO DOOR AND COOKS LINE TALL REACH-IN FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF AT 59F (2 DOOR) WITH SALMON AT 51.8F AND THE TALL REACH-IN AT 57.7F WITH PULLED PORK AT 48.9F. BOTH COOLERS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND MAINTAINS A TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AND CDPH CONTACTED FOR RE-INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

  • 3

    POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: THE FOLLOWING FOODS FOUND HELD IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED COOLERS APPROXIMATELY 50LBS TOTAL FOODS SUCH AS SALMON AT 51.8F, COD FISH AT 51.8F, CHEESE AT 46.1F, COLESLAW AT 59F. IN THE TALL REACH-IN, PULLED PORK AT 48.9F, MEATLOAF AT 45.4F, FISH AT 48F, RICE AT 48.2F. ALL FOODS DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT STATES TOTAL ESTIMATED VALUE TO BE $300.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

  • 12

    HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: NO PAPER TOWELS IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM LOCATED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT ALL TIMES IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

  • 29

    PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 12-17-14 NOT CORRECTED. #33- DIRTY INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND UPPER PANEL AND STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE BEER/KEG WALK-IN COOLER BEHIND BAR. #38-INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SEPARATE EXPOSED HAND SINK FOR HAND WASHING PURPOSES ONLY BEHIND BAR AREA AND EXPOSED HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE IN REAR PREP AREAS. AN ADDITIONAL PIZZA PREP AREA INSTALLED NEXT TO REAR FOOD PREP. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

  • 30

    FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED. ALL PREPARED FOODS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER MUST BE LABELED AND DATED.

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE DISH ROOM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK DISH DRYING RACK AND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST NOT USE DIRTY USED CARDBOARD AS PIZZA DOUGH CUTTERS. FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. TORN RUBBER DOOR GASKETS ON THE COOKS LINE TWO DOOR COOLER MENTIONED ABOVE. MUST REPLACE.

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DIRTY FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE DISH MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILE ABOVE THE TALL REACH-IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE THREE STOPPERS FOR THE BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

  • 41

    PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: EMPLOYEES MUST NOT STORE BICYCLES IN THE DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM.

  • 45

    FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET - Comments: NO IDPH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

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