AL'S PIZZA CHICAGO.
6344-6348 W IRVING PARK RD · PORTAGE PARK, CHICAGO
16 of 21 inspections passed, 3 failed, 2 passed with conditions. 9 critical violations across the record.
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INSPECTION HISTORY
NOV 32021PASSED10 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
6-301.14--INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK (WEST SIDE PREP AREA).
4-602.11(B-E)--OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MAKER.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.(COS).
4-501.11-- OBSERVED RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUSTS AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
4-301.12--OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPER FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS.
4-601.11(C)-- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN GASKETS AT ALL PREP COOLERS TO REMOVE DRIED UP FOOD DEBRIS AND INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS TO REMOVE SPILLED GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
5-205.15--OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
6-501.19--OBSERVED THE WASHROOM DOOR AT THE REAR MAIN FOOD PREP AREA NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE DOOR AND MAINTAIN.
6-501.12-- FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND IN WALK-IN-COOLER IN NEED FOR FURTHER CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD SPILLED DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.
6-303.11-- INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE REAR MAIN FOOD PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
OCT 132021PASSED9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK (WEST SIDE PREP AREA).
OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MAKER.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.
OBSERVED RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUSTS AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPER FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN GASKETS AT ALL PREP COOLERS TO REMOVE DRIED UP FOOD DEBRIS AND INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS TO REMOVE SPILLED GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED THE WASHROOM DOOR AT THE REAR MAIN FOOD PREP AREA NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE DOOR AND MAINTAIN.
FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND IN WALK-IN-COOLER IN NEED FOR FURTHER CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD SPILLED DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE REAR MAIN FOOD PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
NOV 22020PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS/BINS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (SUGAR, SPICES, SALT ETC)
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REFINISH OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD WITH STAIN AND DEEP SEAMS ONTOP OF SALD PREP COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN.
INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT RAW WOOD ON WALL THAT HOLDS METAL STORAGE RACKS IN STORAGE AREA (SIDE KITCHEN).
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN METAL STORAGE RACKS INSIDE ONE DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE MAIN KITCHEN.
TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE MUST BE COVERED INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROM IN REAR AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS.
FEB 72020PASS W/ CONDITIONS1 violationDETAILS
FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY OR DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER POSTED AND ON MENUS FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
JAN 312020FAILED10 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
FOUND INCOMPLETE VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL SPILL KIT ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMPLETED SPILL KIT (INFORMATION GIVEN). PROCEDURE/PLAN ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS (PREP AREAS/WASHROOMS).
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY OR DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER POSTED AND ON MENUS FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOFED BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR IN REAR PREP AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDERNEATH 3RD COMPARTMENT (FAR RIGHT) OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLES MUST BE COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVER/LID INSIDE WASHROOMS.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION AROUND GREASE BOX IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2285478 ISSUED ON 04-19-2019. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED #55 - OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL BEHIND TOILET IN RESTROOM AT MAIN KITCHEN AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR WALL IN RESTROOM AT MAIN KITCHEN AREA #56 - OBSERVED VENTILATION AT RESTROOM IN MAIN KITCHEN NOT WORKING.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR OR REPLACE VENTILATION UNIT AT RESTROOM AT MAIN KITCHEN #58 - Allergen Training - All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter. Training programs must be accredited by the American National Standards Institute or another reputable accreditation agency under the ASTM International E2659-09 (Standard Practice for Certificate Programs). OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO BECOME ALLERGEN CERTIFIED.
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APR 192019PASS W/ CONDITIONS6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
OBSERVED SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON RESTROOM DOOR AT MAIN KITCHEN RESTROOM BROKEN.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR OR REPLACE CLOSING DEVICE. CORE VIOLATION
OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL BEHIND TOILET IN RESTROOM AT MAIN KITCHEN AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR WALL IN RESTROOM AT MAIN KITCHEN AREA CORE VIOLATION
OBSERVED VENTILATION AT RESTROOM IN MAIN KITCHEN NOT WORKING.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR OR REPLACE VENTILATION UNIT AT RESTROOM AT MAIN KITCHEN . CRE VIOLATION
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MA NAGEMENT TO BECOME ALLERGEN CERTIFIED. CORE VIOLATION
JUL 102017FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FOUND INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE CHUTE WITH VISIBLE MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCES (PINK AND BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE) SEVERE BUILD-UP LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE THE ICE WHICH TO BE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO EMPTY ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN (WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE) AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS CITATION 7-38-005 (A)
FOUND (2) REAR EXIT BOTTOM DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF WITH 1/4 INCH GAP/OPENING. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOFED BOTTOM OF THE SAID DOORS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE COOKED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REACH-IN COOLERS IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.---------SINGLE SERVICE FOOD ITEMS FOR SALE INSIDE DISPLAY COOLER MUST BE LABELED PROPERLY (NAME OF BUSINESS/ ADDRESS/INGREDIENTS/EXPIRATION DATES)
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND (2) 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDERNEATH MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.----------MUST PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPER AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS (CLEANING EQUIPMENT) MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
NOV 212016PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
RUSTY WIRE SHELVING INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR RESEAL,
VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS, AND INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYERS ALL NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES,
FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN CORNERS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
APR 222016PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
SOME PREPARED FOOD INSIDE COOLER NOT DATED OR LABEL, INSTRUCTED TO DO SO,
FORKS IMPROPERLY STORED FRONT SERVICE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN ONE DIRECTION,
VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS, AND INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYERS ALL NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES,
FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
MAR 82016PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
SOME PREPARED FOOD INSIDE COOLER NOT DATED OR LABEL, INSTRUCTED TO DO SO,
VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS, AND INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYERS ALL NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES,
WALL ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK CAULKING NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE,
NO THREE WORKING SINK STOPPERS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
NOV 162015PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
WASHCLOTHS (IN REAR AND INFRONT PREP AREA) MUST BE STORED IN A SEPARATE CLEAN CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
JUL 202015PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT OR REPLACE METAL RACKS WITH RUST BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOP SINK FAUCET (2 COMPARTMENT SINK).
NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
MAR 242015PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD WITH STAIN AND DEEP SEAMS ON TOP OF PREP COOLER IN PREP/COOKING AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES OR LEVEL IN REAR PREP AREA BY COOKING AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING TILES WITH GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP/HANGING ABOVE PIZZA PREP AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE PIZZA PREP COOLER AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
ALL CLEANING EQUIPMENT (I.E. MOPS AND BROOMS) MUST BE STORED PROPERLY ABOVE FLOOR.--------MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED ON FLOOR NEXT TO MOP SINK TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
MAY 292014PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had rust/peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
Non food contact surfaces of pop dispensing unit not clean, need detailed cleaning, prep table lower shelving not clean, needs cleaning, display cooler shelving, fan guards not clean, need detailed cleaning.
Floors under cooking equipment, walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in rear storage area needs cleaning(detailed).
Walls, ceiling that had exposed plaster, holes in kitchen prep areas, shall be repaired/sealed.
MAR 112013PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in cooler, reach in freezer, must date and label food items in cooler, reach in freezer.
Cooler shelving/racks that had rust, peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced.
Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving, reach in cooler shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
Floors under heavy equipment, prep table need detailed cleaning(corners).
Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area shall be replaced/repaired.
Exhaust canopy had excess grease build up, needs detailed cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
OCT 182012PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
MUST SEAL THE RAW WOOD UNDER THE FRONT COUNTER. DEFROST THE SMALL REACH IN FREEZER WITH HEAVY ICE ACCUMULATED. MUST RE CAULK ALONG THE SPLASHGUARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (CAULKING WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE.
MUST CLEAN ALL THE LID AND EXTERIOR OF ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH SUGAR,SALT, FLOUR ETC. CLEAN IN DETAIL THE INTERIOR OF THE SMALL REACH IN FREEZER.
MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT. BEHIND AND AROUND THE WATER HEATER AND MAINTAIN.
MUST CLEAN THE VENTS ON THE WALLS INSIDE THE WASHROOM. SEAL THE GAP/CREVICES AROUND THE PIPE IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA. CLEAN IN DETAIL THE CEILING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
MUST RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE WASHROOM DOOR (NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY).
OCT 92012FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED. GREASE ACCUMULATED ON THE LID AND GREASE DRIPPING AROUND THE RIM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-38-020
MANAGER HAS STATE OF ILLINOIS CERTIFICATE OF SANITATION ONLY. NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE OF SANITATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-38-012.
MUST SEAL THE RAW WOOD UNDER THE FRONT COUNTER. DEFROST THE SMALL REACH IN FREEZER WITH HEAVY ICE ACCUMULATED. MUST RE CAULK ALONG THE SPLASHGUARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (CAULKING WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE).
MUST CLEAN ALL THE LID AND EXTERIOR OF ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH SUGAR,SALT, FLOUR ETC. CLEAN IN DETAIL THE INTERIOR OF THE SMALL REACH IN FREEZER.
MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT. BEHIND AND AROUND THE WATER HEATER AND MAINTAIN.
MUST CLEAN THE VENTS ON THE WALLS INSIDE THE WASHROOM. SEAL THE GAP/CREVICES AROUND THE PIPE IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA. CLEAN IN DETAIL THE CEILING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
MUST RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE WASHROOM DOOR (NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY).
NOV 212011PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
Storage shelves under prep tables not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
Floor along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris daily.
Light covers thru-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
Toilet room door not self closing. Instructed to install self-closing device.
Thermometer not conspicuous inside coolers. Instructed to have all thermometers visible in front of coolers.
FEB 12011PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
Foods in coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
Can opener, exterior between equipment and fan covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
Light covers through out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
Ventilation not provided in toilet room. Instructed to install exhaust fan or have windows open at all times operation.
MAR 42010PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. ATTACHED EQUIPMENT AT THE BACK OF 2 DOOR COOLER UNCLEAN WITH ACCUMULATED DUST,MUST DETAIL CLEAN
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INTERIOR OF 2 DOOR COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST DETAIL CLEAN
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR IN THE BOILER AREA UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN
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