SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

COCHIAROS PIZZA #4.

YOUR CALL. 60/100

3555 N CENTRAL AVE · PORTAGE PARK, CHICAGO

Last inspected May 4, 2026 · passed with conditions

14 of 26 inspections passed, 3 failed, 9 passed with conditions. 6 critical violations across the record.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
26
14 passed · 9 w/ conditions · 3 failed
VIOLATIONS
112
includes 6 critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since Jul 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

MAY 4
2026
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED COOKED PASTA AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE AT 47F LOCATED IN WALK IN COOLER. ALSO OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TIME TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE IN WALK IN COOLER SUCH AS 1 LARGE CONTAINER OF RAW CHICKEN WINGS AT 45F, 1 LARGE CONTAINER OF COOKED CHICKEN WINGS AT 47F AND 2 LARGE CONTAINERS OF RAW CHICKEN BREAST AT 45.7F. TIME TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. FOOD DISCARDED. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 50 LBS AT A COST OF $250.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED MINOR DUST BUILD UP ON FILTERS LOCATED ON RIGHT SIDE OF VENTILATION HOOD. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

SEP 17
2025
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

NOTED RUST ON BOTTOM SHELF OF KITCHEN PREP TABLE WHERE PIZZA BOXES ARE STORED. INSTRUCTED RESTORE TO A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE BY CLEANING, PAINTING AND SEALING.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BASEBOARDS UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ALONG SAME WALL AND FLOORS UNDERNEATH ALL EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DEEP CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN KITCHEN FLOOR & BASEBOARDS.

MAY 13
2025
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

NOTED DRY INGREDIENTS ON BOTTOM SHELF OF PREP TABLE ACROSS FROM COOKSLINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS OF COMMON NAMES FOR INGREDIENTS REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER.

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

NOTED NO SPLASH GUARD AT FRONT HANDSINK. FOOD TRAYS FOR SERVICE ARE STORED NEXT TO THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

NOTED PILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON COUNTERTOP BETWEEN FRONT HANDSINK AND COUNTERTOP REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN PROPER SANITIZING BUCKETS WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.

JUL 23
2024
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FLAT CARD BOARD BOXES ON TOP OF OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS.

MINORDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 5/16/2023, REPORT #2575936. #58--CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

JUL 23
2024
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FLAT CARD BOARD BOXES ON TOP OF OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS.

MINORDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 5/16/2023, REPORT #2575936. #58-- CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

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MAY 16
2023
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR WITHOUT A LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE COMMON NAME ON ALL BULK CONTAINERS TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY ITEM.

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

OBSERVED RUST ON THE STORAGE RACK IN THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE THE SHELVES AND TO MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND TO MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF DUSTS ON CEILING VENTILATION COVERS IN FOOD PREP AREA AND TO MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATES.

APR 25
2022
PASSED
0 violations
FEB 19
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
11 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

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

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROX:1/4" INCH OPENING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR.MUST PEST PROOF DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDED HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.

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 AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS,COOLERS,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS,TOP OF PIZZA OVEN AND STORAGE SHELFS AT REAR KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD-UP.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE.MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE DRIED UP FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH THE KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENTS.MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE REAR KITCHEN/DISHWASHING AREA AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES ON TOP OF THE WALK-IN-COOLER DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES FOR EASE IN CLEANING.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENTILATION COVERS WITH DUST ACCUMULATION ABOVE THE FRONT PREP AREA.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

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

AUG 13
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
1 violation
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

: OBSERVED CONSUMER ADVISORY TO BE MISSING REMINDERS ON MENU PLACARD.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PUT REMINDERS NEXT TO ITEMS PERTAINING TO THE ITEM THE ADVISORY IS TO. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

AUG 6
2019
FAILED
7 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED CONSUMER ADVISORY TO BE MISSING REMINDERS ON MENU PLACARD.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PUT REMINDERS NEXT TO ITEMS PERTAINING TO THE ITEM THE ADVISORY IS TO. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

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

OBSERVED TOP DOOR OF REFRIGERATION FOOD PREP AREA FALLING APART FROM THE HINGES.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR. CORE VIOLATION

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

OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS FOR TESTING CHEMICAL STRENGTH OF SANITIZER.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET TESTING STRIPS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT KITCHEN.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS. CORE VIOLATION

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CLUTTER AT REAR KITCHEN AREA AND IN THE REST ROOM.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE CLUTTER. CORE VIOLATION

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100=0367 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET ALLERGEN TRAINING. CORE-REPEAT VIOLATION-SEE REPORT#2222855 DATED 9/24/2019--SEE #60 BELOW

MINOROther
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

VIOLATION #58 NOT CORRECTED-ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION NOT ON SITE-REPEAT VIOLATION SEE REPORT#2222855 DATED 9/24/2018 CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090

SEP 24
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

2-102.12 OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHEN FOOD WAS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

2-201.11 OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A EMPLOYEE HEATH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(a) NO CITATION ISSUED.

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PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCRED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEAN UP POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

3-603.11 OBSERVED CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PUT THE COSUMER ADVISORY UP ON THE MENU PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

4204.11 OBSERVED HOT LINE HOOD AND FILTERS GREASY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100=0367 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET ALLERGEN TRAINING. CORE

AUG 30
2017
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 1966363 DATED 10/13/16. #45-FOUND ONE EMPLOYEE WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES, AND FOUND NO PROOF OF WHEN HIRED, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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

CAULK AROUND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK WORN OUT WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE. MUST RE CAULK AND MAINTAIN.

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

INTERIOR DOOR AND LOWER COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP FRYER WITH GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN REMOVE GREASE AND MAINTAIN.

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

CLEAN THE FLOOR ALONG THE WALL BASE ALL CORNER IN THE PREP AREA/KITCHEN, AND INSIDE THE WASHROOM,AND MAINTAIN.

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

WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE THE WASHROOM WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN. PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS IN THE WASHROOM CLOSE TO THE WASHBOWL SINK. MUST SCRAPE PEELING PAINT AND RE PAINT

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

WIPING CLOTH FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLES,CHOPPING BOARD DINING TABLES MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.

OCT 13
2016
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

COOKING GRILL AND COOKING FRYERS, ALL NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,

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

FLOORS NOT CLEAN UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DAILY,

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

FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOUND ONE EMPLOYEE WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES, AND FOUND NO PROOF OF WHEN HIRED, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MAY 9
2016
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

TOP LID AREA TO PIZZA PREP COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, HINGES NOT CONNECTED, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,

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

VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR SELVES OF FREEZER, COOKING GRILL AND COOKING FRYERS, ALL NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,

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

FLOORS NOT CLEAN UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DAILY,

OCT 28
2015
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS.

POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES OBSERVED BY FOOD HANDLER. WITNESSED EMPLOYEE HANDLE READY TO EAT LETTUCE, HAMBURGER BUN, FRIES WITH BARE HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO USE UTENSILS OR WEAR GLOVES WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS AT ALL TIMES AND HANDS MUST BE WASHED BEFORE AND AFTER EACH GLOVE USE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A).

SERIOUSDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS VIOLATION FROM 8-14-15 NOT CORRECTED. NO REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ANY EMPLOYEES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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

MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER ON BOTTOM OF TALL REACH-IN FREEZER.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL PREP AND STORAGE SHELVES IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.

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

ADDITIONAL CLEANING AND MAINTAINING OF FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO SEAL UNSEAL WALL NEXT TO PIZZA OVEN IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.

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

ALL COOKS LINE AND FRONT PREP WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION.

AUG 14
2015
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #1532416 ISSUED ON 03-30-2015. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 #45 - NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL PREP AND STORAGE SHELVES IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.

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

ADDITIONAL CLEANING AND MAINTAINING OF FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO SEAL UNSEAL WALL NEXT TO PIZZA OVEN IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA AND IN FRONT/BEHIND FRONT SERVICE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST REORGANIZE.

MAR 30
2015
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS ESPECIALLY UNDERNEATH PIZZA OVEN WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS, FLOOR DRAINS AND WASHROOM FLOOR.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD AND FILTERS WITH GREASE AND DUST BUILD-UP ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT SAME AS CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE WASHROOM.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.----------CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOPS AND BROOMS) MUST BE STORED PROPERLY ABOVE FLOOR.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

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

OCT 10
2014
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Found some food item not properly dated in reach in freezer, must properly date food items in reach in freezer.

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

Walk in cooler, and reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around exposed hand sink in kitchen prep area 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 walk in cooler, reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

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

Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). Floors in walk in cooler under shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).

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

Ceiling tiles, walls in kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning.

FEB 13
2014
PASSED
0 violations
FEB 4
2014
FAILED
6 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#1307229 DATED:2/20/13. 30 Found food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, reach in freezer, must date and label food items in walk in cooler, and reach in freezer. 05/20/2013 32 Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had rust, shall be repaired/replaced. 05/20/2013 33 Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/rack, cooler shelving and storage racks not clean, need detailed cleaning. 05/20/2013 34 Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment need cleaning(corners). 05/20/2013 36 Missing light shields in rear kitchen area, walk in cooler, shall be provided. MUST CORRECT ALL NOTED VIOLATIONS BY 2/11/14. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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

MUST PROPERLY STORE,INVERT ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS,SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES IN KITCHEN AREAS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.

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

PROVIDE 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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

MUST CLEAN SIDES OF ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS,INTERIOR DEEP FRYER,MANUAL CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE,ICE MAKER.

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

HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE/DUST BUILD-UP AND REPAIR WATER LEAK AT BASE OF COLD WATER HANDLE AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.

FEB 20
2013
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

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

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

Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had rust, 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/rack, cooler shelving and storage racks not clean, need detailed cleaning.

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

Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment need cleaning(corners).

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

Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in bathroom, shall be replaced.

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

Missing light shields in rear kitchen area, walk in cooler, shall be provided.

JUN 4
2012
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

LEAKING FAUCET IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND LEAKING PIPE UNDER HAND SINK MUST BE REPAIRED; WORN OUT RUBBER GASKET IN 2 DOOR PREP COOLER MUST BE REPLACED; 1 DOOR OF 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN POOR REPAIR MUST BE REPAIRED

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

AIR VENTS IN WALK IN COOLER AND PREP COOLER UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; CHOPPING BOARD UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; COOKING HOOD UNCLEAN INSTRUCTED MUST CALL SERVICE FOR DETAIL CLEANING

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

FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN COOLER UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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

CEILING TILE HOLE MUST BE REPLACED OR PROPERLY SEALED

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

VENTILATION COVER IN FRONT UNCLEAN MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

NOV 17
2011
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Storage cabinets, sinks, exterior of equipment and can opener attached to prep table not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

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

Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily

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

Light bulb inside walk-in cooler not shielded. Instructed to shield bulb or install shatter proof bulb.

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

Faucet not maintained at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair or replace faucet to prevent leak.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Thermometer not provided inside prep cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside cooler.

FEB 1
2011
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Coolers, cooking equipment, sinks and storage shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

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

Floor in prep not cleaned or maintained. Instructed to detail clean daily.

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

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

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

Unnecessary articles stored on premises. Instructed to repair equipment or remove.

JAN 24
2011
FAILED
5 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While draining the water in middle of three compartment sink, water coming up floor drain air gap. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drainline to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. 38-030.

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

Coolers, cooking equipment, sinks and storage shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

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

Floor in prep not cleaned or maintained. Instructed to detail clean daily.

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

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

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

Unnecessary articles stored on premises. Instructed to repair equipment or remove.

JUL 21
2010
PASSED
5 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. EXTERIOR BOTTOM OF PREP COOLER WITH ACCUMULATED DUST,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; COOKING HOOD FULL OF GREASE AND DUST MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,MUST CALL SERVICE FOR CLEANING

MINORSanitation
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 COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;CAN OPENER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN;ATTACHED CHAIN ON METAL SHELVES ABOVE PREP COOLER FULL OF DUST MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
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 BEHIND AND UNDER TABLE IN CASHIER'S AREA MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CEILING TILES /CEILING VENTS IN DINING AREA,ABOVE PIZZA HOT HOLDING AREA ,ABOVE WALK IN COOLER AND PREP AREA UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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

All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK IN COOLER MUST BE PROVIDED;LIGHT FIXTURES IN FRONT AREA AND DINING AREA NEEDS CLEANING

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