Chicago
73
YOUR CALL

Lou Malnati'S Pizzeria

3859 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60623 · North Lawndale · Restaurant · High risk
YOUR CALL
73/100

Passed most recently but 4 prior failures on record

Inspections
22
15 passed
Last Inspected
2026-02-24
Pass Rate
68%
4 failures
Score
73/100
YOUR CALL
5 consecutive passes, most recently 2026-02-24
Failed 4 inspections (2022, 2020, 2018...)
Sanitation issues found across 63 inspections
Pest Activity issues found across 12 inspections
Issues were corrected on re-inspection
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Sanitation critical 63×
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Pest Activity critical 12×
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Other serious
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Food Temperature critical
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Documentation & Training critical
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Plumbing & Waste minor
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Facility Condition minor
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Food Storage & Handling minor
2026-02-24 Pass Canvass
2
minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DEBRIS IN WINDOWSILLS, PEELING PAINT, CRACKS, OPENINGS AND WATER DAMAGE IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL WALLS AND CEILINGS IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA.

minor Food Storage & Handling

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS AND END CAPS IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS AND END CAPS IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA.

2025-07-31 Pass Canvass
CRITICAL 4
critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED EXTERIOR DOOR IN HALLWAY AND EXTERIOR DOOR NEAR DISHWASHING AREA NOT TIGHT FITTING WITH 1/4IN GAP AT BOTTOM AND SIDE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR ALL EXTERIOR DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.

minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED BOLT AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED LITTER AND DEBRIS IN OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA WHERE GREASE CONTAINER IS STORED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN DRY STORAGE AREA WEAR BAGS FLOUR ARE KEPT AND IN UPSTAIRS STORAGE ROOM WHERE CHEMICALS ARE STORED.

2024-12-17 Pass Canvass
2
minor Food Temperature

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOOR OF THE SECOND FLOOR WALK IN COOLING UNIT WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE UNDER THE SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED SPILLAGE (POSSIBLE CHEMICAL) ON THE FLOOR IN THE CHEMICAL STORAGE ROOM ON THE SECOND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

2023-10-16 Pass Canvass
CRITICAL 8
critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO THE 2ND FLOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AS REQUIRED. MUST COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF DOOR BY SEALING 1/4 GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR.

minor Food Storage & Handling

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR ON 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.

minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED ICE SCOOP LAYING ON TOP OF ICE IN 2 FLOOR ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP ABOVE ICE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE SIDES OF THE DEEP FRYERS, OVENS, AND BACK OF STOVES WITH ACCUMULATION OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND GRIME ON SHELVES AND STORAGE RACKS IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED MISSING COVER ON WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMENS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Pest Activity

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MOPS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOPS WITH HEADS UP TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AND INSECT BREEDING.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

2022-10-21 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection
2
minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND GRIME ON SHELVES AND STORAGE RACKS IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA, AND IN BASEMENT ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.

2022-10-14 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 3
critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN DRY STORAGE AREA WHERE BOOSTER SEATS ARE STORED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOCE ALL DROPPINGS, SANITIZE AREA, AND INFORM PEST CONTROL SERVICE OF ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION I...

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND GRIME ON SHELVES AND STORAGE RACKS IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA, AND IN BASEMENT ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.

2021-05-10 Pass Canvass
10
minor Sanitation

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED UTENSILS STORED OPEN HORIZONTALLY NEAR KITCHEN ENTRANCE AND ON LOWER SHELF OF STORAGE RACK. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

minor Sanitation

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.

minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED ICE SCOOP LAYING ON TOP OF PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP ABOVE ICE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

minor Sanitation

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

OBSERVED PIZZA PANS STORED IN BASEMENT IN OPEN CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A COVER FOR CONTAINERS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD AT PREP STATION WITH DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLER INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES)

minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED MISSING COVER ON WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMENS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Pest Activity

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MOPS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOPS WITH HEADS UP TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AND INSECT BREEDING.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. DRAIN BOARD OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS HEAVILY SOILED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Documentation & Training

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.

2020-11-03 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection
2
serious Sanitation

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

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITH DEEP CUTS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TO PROPERLY CLEAN AND SANITIZE PROPERLY.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER ON FLOORS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY UNUSED ITEMS, STACKED UP BLACK CRATES, AND TRASH FROM FLOORS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID PART OF PREMISE.

2020-10-27 Fail Canvass
4
serious Sanitation

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

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITH DEEP CUTS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE IN ORDER TO PROPERLY CLEAN AND SANITIZE PROPERLY.

minor Other

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

minor Pest Activity

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED MISSING LID/COVERING ON OUTSIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTED LID (COVERING) ON RECEPTACLE IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.7-38-...

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER ON FLOORS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNESCESARY UNUSED ITEMS , STACKED UP BLACK CRATES AND TRASH FROM FLOORS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID PART OF PREMISE.

2019-06-10 Pass Canvass
3
minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED BLACK CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE-----OBSERVED WOODEN CUTTING BOARDS BEING USED IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE MATERIALS.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE SIDES OF THE DEEP FRYERS, OVENS, AND BACK OF STOVES WITH ACCUMULATION OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE CORNERS OF THE FLOORS IN THE REAR KITCHEN AND FLOORS IN BETWEEN THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ENCASED WITH DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

2018-10-10 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass Re-Inspection
CRITICAL 12
critical Documentation & Training

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

Inspector Comments: 2-102.14(N) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY PROCEDURE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

Inspector Comments: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED

serious Other

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

Inspector Comments: 3-501.17 MUST NO DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION -NO CITATION ISSUED

minor Food Temperature

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

Inspector Comments: 4-204.112(B) MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR HOT HOLDING CABINET IN DINING AREA AND SALAD PREP COOLER

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: 4-101.11 MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector Comments: 4-601.11 MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,PREP COOLERS AND FREEZER,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITSDISH RACKS,EXTERIOR OF GARBAGE CANS,LIGHT SHIELDS

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector Comments: 6-501.12 MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR AND WALLBASES IN PREP AREA AND WALK IN COOLER

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector Comments: 6-201.11 MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS AND CEILING IN PREP AREAS AND 2ND FL. STORAGE AREA

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector Comments: 6-201.13 MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED WALL BASES IN PREP AREAS,DAMAGED CEILING,UNFINISHED WALLS AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES ON 2ND FL

minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector Comments: 6-202.11 MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD NEAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK

minor Other

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector Comments: PA 100-0367 IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Inspector Comments: PA 100-0367 OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

2018-10-03 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 15
critical Documentation & Training

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

2-102.11 PIC DOESN'T DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF FOOD OPERATION.MUST PROVIDE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

critical Documentation & Training

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

2-102.14(N) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY PROCEDURE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

serious Other

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

3-501.17 MUST NO DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION -NO CITATION ISSUED)

minor Food Temperature

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

4-204.112(B) MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR HOT HOLDING CABINET IN DINING AREA AND SALAD PREP COOLER.

critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN CLOSET WHERE PIZZA BAGS ARE STORED,ON PIPE BEHIND LAST OVEN NEAR HAND SINK,ON 2ND FL. IN BETWEEN AND ON TOP OF BRICKS AT ICE MACHINE AND ON FLOOR UNDER CHEMICAL STORAGE SHELF...

critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-202.15 OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR AND DINING AREA DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.

minor Sanitation

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

4-101.11 MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11 MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,PREP COOLERS AND FREEZER,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITSDISH RACKS,EXTERIOR OF GARBAGE CANS,LIGHT SHIELDS.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR AND WALLBASES IN PREP AREA AND WALK IN COOLER.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS AND CEILING IN PREP AREAS AND 2ND FL. STORAGE AREA.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.13 MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED WALL BASES IN PREP AREAS,DAMAGED CEILING,UNFINISHED WALLS AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES ON 2ND FL.

minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-202.11 MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD NEAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.

minor Other

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

PA 100-0367 IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100-0367 OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

2017-08-29 Pass Canvass
4
minor Sanitation

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

RUBBER GASKETS ON REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF REPLACING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

CLEAN ALL OUTER CONTACT SURFACES ON REACH IN COOLERS, CLEAN SODA DISPENSOR, CLEAN INTERIOR OF REACH IN FREEZER AND CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT AND FRYERS. CLEAN TO REMOVE FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP.

minor Sanitation

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

FLOORS UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE HEAVY BUILD UP. CLEAN UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REACH IN COOLERS TO REMOVE ALL HEAVY BUILD UP. FLOOR DRAIN UNDER DISH MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD DEBRIS. FL...

minor Sanitation

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

LIGHT SHIELDS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

2016-07-20 Pass Canvass
3
minor Sanitation

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

MUST REMOVE RUST FROM THE GREAS TRAP,INSTRUCETD TO REPAINT SURFACE OF GREASE TRAP AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK

minor Sanitation

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

MUST CLEAN BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYERS HAS ACCUMLICATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE PREP COOLERS IN PREP AREA AND REFRIGERATOR UNIT

2015-08-28 Pass Canvass
5
minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED CAN OPENER WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS LOCATED IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED FLOORS WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK ALONG THE WALL AND AROUND THE GREASE TRAP. OBSERVED FLOORS WITH DIRT AND DUST DEBRIS UNDER ALL SHELF RACKS IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA LOCATED ON THE SECOND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CL...

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED CEILING WITH ACCUMULATED DUST AROUND THE VENTS ABOVE A PREP COOLER LOCATED ACROSS FROM THE OVENS IN THE REAR OF THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Facility Condition

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

OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE WALK IN COOLER LOCATED IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.

minor Pest Activity

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

OBSERVED UNNECESSARY CLUTTER (OLD EQUIPMENT, CRATES, ETC)ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AND MAINTAIN.

2014-08-25 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection

No violations found.

2014-08-20 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 2
critical Food Temperature

SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

LOW TEMPERATURES DISHMACHINE IN USE, UNABLE TO SANITIZE, FINAL RINSE IS 0 PPM OF CHLORINE WHEN TESTED. UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL. INSTD TO USE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SA...

minor Sanitation

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

CUTTING BOARD HEAVILY STAINED WITH DEEP AND DARK IN COLOR. INSTD TO REMOVE STAINS OR REPLACE BOARD.

2013-02-13 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection

No violations found.

2013-02-05 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 5
critical Pest Activity

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

Over 20 rat droppings were found in the basement, remove all evidence of pest activity.

serious Sanitation

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

The interior of the dish machine has a heavy,dark,greasy buildup and the washer arm has a lime buildup. Have the machine cleaned and serviced until it is clean and sanitary. Machine tagged held for inspection. Fax a tag removal request to 312-746-...

minor Sanitation

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

THE HOT KITCHEN COOLER INTERIORS AND CAN OPENER ARE DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE COOLERS.

critical Pest Activity

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

THE FLOORS ARE DIRTY AND RAT DROPPINGS WERE FOUND ON THE BASEMENT FLOOR. WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE FLOORS FROM CORNER TO CORNER UNTIL THEY ARE CLEAN.

minor Sanitation

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

THE KITCHEN WALLS AND BASEBOARDS ARE GREASY AND UNSANITARY, CLEAN THE WALLS FROM TOP TO BOTTOM.

2012-04-20 Pass Canvass
2
minor Sanitation

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. CLEAN FLOORS IN CORNER AREAS OF KITCHEN, INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER UNDER SHELVES AND ON SECOND FLOOR UNDER STORAGE SHELVES.

minor Sanitation

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. SMALL AMOUNT OF PEELING PAINT ON CEILING OF SECOND FLOOR STORAGE; REMOVE AND REPAINT. REPAIR/REPLACE WALL COVING AT LOWER WALLS ON SECOND FLOOR WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN LOWER WALLS IN KI...

2011-05-27 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
7
serious Other

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

A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AT THIS TIME WHILE PIZZA,SOUPS,ETC.BEING HANDLED,PREPARED & SERVED.MUST BE ON ...

minor Sanitation

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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LID ON PIZZA PREP COOLER IN POOR REPAIR,GARBAGE CANS IN POOR REPAIR IN PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST ...

minor Sanitation

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.MUST CLEAN OVEN,DEEP FRYERS,WHEEL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,VENTILATION VENT IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.

minor Sanitation

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.MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING BASEMENT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA & ...

minor Sanitation

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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL ON 2ND FL. STORAGE AREA,CEILING IN POOR REPAIR IN BASEMENT.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WINDOW SILL ON 2ND FL.

minor Plumbing & Waste

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

Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules...

minor Food Temperature

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.HOT HOLDING CABINET AT SERVICE COUNTER.

2010-08-05 Pass Canvass
6
minor Sanitation

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

All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; STOVES, LARGE OVENS, FRYERS, AND BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES.

minor Sanitation

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. EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP AND DEBRIS THRU-OUT, MUST CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS, INCLUDING 2ND FLOOR...

minor Sanitation

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. MUST CLEAN WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DISH MACHINE.

minor Plumbing & Waste

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

Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules...

minor Pest Activity

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

All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT BASEMEN...

minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.

100
Mariscos Luis
100
Natys Pizza 26
50
Del Campos Restaurant
72
Troha'S Chicken & Shrimp
25
LA Michoacana

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