SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

AL'S PIZZA CHICAGO.

YOUR CALL. 63/100

6344-6348 W IRVING PARK RD · PORTAGE PARK, CHICAGO

Last inspected November 3, 2021 · passed

16 of 21 inspections passed, 3 failed, 2 passed with conditions. 9 critical violations across the record.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
21
16 passed · 2 w/ conditions · 3 failed
VIOLATIONS
107
includes 9 critical
RECORDS COVER
11 YEARS
since Mar 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

NOV 3
2021
PASSED
10 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

6-301.14--INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK (WEST SIDE PREP AREA).

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

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.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

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).

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

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.

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

4-301.12--OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPER FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-205.15--OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

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.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

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.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

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 13
2021
PASSED
9 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK (WEST SIDE PREP AREA).

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

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.

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

OBSERVED RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUSTS AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.

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

OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPER FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

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.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

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.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE REAR MAIN FOOD PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.

NOV 2
2020
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS/BINS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (SUGAR, SPICES, SALT ETC)

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REFINISH OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD WITH STAIN AND DEEP SEAMS ONTOP OF SALD PREP COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN.

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

INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT RAW WOOD ON WALL THAT HOLDS METAL STORAGE RACKS IN STORAGE AREA (SIDE KITCHEN).

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN METAL STORAGE RACKS INSIDE ONE DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE MAIN KITCHEN.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE MUST BE COVERED INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROM IN REAR AREA.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS.

FEB 7
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
1 violation
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

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 31
2020
FAILED
10 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALOther
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

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

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS (PREP AREAS/WASHROOMS).

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

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

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

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

MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOFED BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR IN REAR PREP AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDERNEATH 3RD COMPARTMENT (FAR RIGHT) OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLES MUST BE COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVER/LID INSIDE WASHROOMS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION AROUND GREASE BOX IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

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 19
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

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

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON RESTROOM DOOR AT MAIN KITCHEN RESTROOM BROKEN.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR OR REPLACE CLOSING DEVICE. CORE VIOLATION

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

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

MINORPlumbing & Waste
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED VENTILATION AT RESTROOM IN MAIN KITCHEN NOT WORKING.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR OR REPLACE VENTILATION UNIT AT RESTROOM AT MAIN KITCHEN . CRE VIOLATION

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MA NAGEMENT TO BECOME ALLERGEN CERTIFIED. CORE VIOLATION

JUL 17
2017
PASSED
0 violations
JUL 10
2017
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

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)

CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

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

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

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)

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND (2) 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.

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

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.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

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

FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS (CLEANING EQUIPMENT) MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

NOV 21
2016
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

RUSTY WIRE SHELVING INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR RESEAL,

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

VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS, AND INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYERS ALL NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES,

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

FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN CORNERS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,

APR 22
2016
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

SOME PREPARED FOOD INSIDE COOLER NOT DATED OR LABEL, INSTRUCTED TO DO SO,

MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

FORKS IMPROPERLY STORED FRONT SERVICE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN ONE DIRECTION,

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

VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS, AND INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYERS ALL NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES,

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

FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,

MAR 8
2016
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

SOME PREPARED FOOD INSIDE COOLER NOT DATED OR LABEL, INSTRUCTED TO DO SO,

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

VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS, AND INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYERS ALL NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES,

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

WALL ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK CAULKING NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE,

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

NO THREE WORKING SINK STOPPERS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

NOV 16
2015
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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

WASHCLOTHS (IN REAR AND INFRONT PREP AREA) MUST BE STORED IN A SEPARATE CLEAN CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.

JUL 20
2015
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT OR REPLACE METAL RACKS WITH RUST BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOP SINK FAUCET (2 COMPARTMENT SINK).

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MAR 24
2015
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD WITH STAIN AND DEEP SEAMS ON TOP OF PREP COOLER IN PREP/COOKING AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES OR LEVEL IN REAR PREP AREA BY COOKING AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING TILES WITH GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP/HANGING ABOVE PIZZA PREP AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE PIZZA PREP COOLER AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.

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

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 29
2014
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

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.

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

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.

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

Floors under cooking equipment, walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in rear storage area needs cleaning(detailed).

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

Walls, ceiling that had exposed plaster, holes in kitchen prep areas, shall be repaired/sealed.

MAR 11
2013
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in cooler, reach in freezer, must date and label food items in cooler, reach in freezer.

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

Cooler shelving/racks that had rust, peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced.

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

Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving, reach in cooler shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).

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

Floors under heavy equipment, prep table need detailed cleaning(corners).

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

Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area shall be replaced/repaired.

MINORSanitation
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Exhaust canopy had excess grease build up, needs detailed cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) not clean, need cleaning(detailed).

OCT 18
2012
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

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.

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

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.

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

MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT. BEHIND AND AROUND THE WATER HEATER AND MAINTAIN.

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

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.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

MUST RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE WASHROOM DOOR (NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY).

OCT 9
2012
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

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

SERIOUSDocumentation & Training
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

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.

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

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).

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

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.

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

MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT. BEHIND AND AROUND THE WATER HEATER AND MAINTAIN.

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

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.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

MUST RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE WASHROOM DOOR (NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY).

NOV 21
2011
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.

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

Storage shelves under prep tables not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

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

Floor along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris daily.

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

Light covers thru-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

Toilet room door not self closing. Instructed to install self-closing device.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Thermometer not conspicuous inside coolers. Instructed to have all thermometers visible in front of coolers.

FEB 1
2011
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Foods in coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.

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

Can opener, exterior between equipment and fan covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

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

Light covers through out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

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

Ventilation not provided in toilet room. Instructed to install exhaust fan or have windows open at all times operation.

MAR 4
2010
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
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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. ATTACHED EQUIPMENT AT THE BACK OF 2 DOOR COOLER UNCLEAN WITH ACCUMULATED DUST,MUST DETAIL CLEAN

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

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

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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. FLOOR IN THE BOILER AREA UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN

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