Amato's Pizzeria
Last inspected: Oct 1, 2018
37
Score
Across the available record, Amato's Pizzeria has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent report on file is from Oct 1, 2018. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. Note that Amato's Pizzeria's inspection history hasn't been updated since Oct 1, 2018; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to eight violations.
The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited eight times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Amato's Pizzeria's 37 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
5
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 1, 2018
Routine
5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N): NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11: NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-204.11: MUST INSTALL HANDWASH SINK(S) THAT IS DIRECTLY ADJACENT TO THE DISH WASHING AND THE PIZZA PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17: MUST PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION OF REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24HRS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11: MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE, AND REMINDER (STEAKS). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112(B): MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND HOT HOLD UNITS.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12: MUST PROVIDE LABELS (COMMON NAME) FOR ALL FOODS OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15: OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE SCREEN REAR DOOR. OBSERVED IN THE REAR OF FACILITY, THE EXHAUST VENTILATION FAN LEADING TO THE OUTSIDE DOES NOT HAVE A SCREEN/FAN COVER AND HAS 2" GAPS IN BETWEEN THE BLADE. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL TO ALL ENTRYWAYS TO PREVENT THE PEST ENTRY.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.11: OBSERVED SODA BOTTLES BEING STORED DIRECTLY ON THE FLOOR. MUST PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS A NON-POROUS, CORROSION-RESISTANT, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: 4-502.13(A): OBSERVED SINGLE USE CONTAINERS (DAISY SOUR CREAM CONTAINER) BEING WASHED FOR RE-USE. MUST NOT RE-USE ANY SINGLE USE ARTICLES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19: OBSERVED RAW WOOD DOORS AND SHELVING IN THE FACILITY. MUST SEAL/PAINT WITH A HIGH GLOSS FINISH TO PROVIDE A NON-POROUS, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-502.11(A)(C): OBSERVED COOKING PANS ENCRUSTED WITH BURNT/BLACK FOOD DEBRIS AND RUST. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE ALL COOKWARE TO BE NON-CORROSIVE, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12(A): OBSERVED EXCESS DIRT/DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR IN THE DISH WASHING/REAR AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT FACILITY. MUST REPLACE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE/FOOD DEBRIS ON THE KITCHEN VENT HOOD. OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE TOILET ROOM EXHAUST VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367: MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Sep 19, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), display cooler door tracks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in walk in cooler under shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Wall that had exposed plaster, had gaps by rear exit door in rear kitchen area
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Employee bathroom door self closing mechanism in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Mar 7, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, and reach in cooler in kitchen prep area, must properly date food items in walk in cooler, and reach in cooler in kitchen prep area.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards that had deep cuts(green cutting board)that had deep cuts shall be replaced. Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Reach in cooler in kitchen prep area shelving had that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of ice machine(exterior) not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, had excess food debris accumulation, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Prep tables lower shelving in kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). Floors in rear kitchen areas under 3 compartment sink not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles, walls in kitchen not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Aug 15, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 8, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS PROVIDE FOR TESTING SANITIZING SOLUTION, AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, PREVIOUSLY NOTED ON LAST REPORT, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL SANITIZING STRIPS UPON NEXT INSPECTION, SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-030
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDER ISSUED, DATED 03/26/2015, REPORT #1532315, VIOLATION LISTED BELOW: 34 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS IN PREP AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. 36 INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DEAD LIGHT BULB IN KITCHEN HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING. 38 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.----------MUST REPAIR FAUCET NECK WITH HEAVY LEAK AT SAME SINK. 41 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER/WALK IN FREEZER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. 45 NOTED SOME EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEE TO TAKE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING COURSE. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-42-090
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Mar 26, 2015
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF PIZZA PREP COOLER, REACH-IN COOLER, EXTERIOR SURFACE OF COOKING/BAKING PAN ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE, PREP AND STORAGE SHELVES IN PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS IN PREP AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DEAD LIGHT BULB IN KITCHEN HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.----------MUST REPAIR FAUCET NECK WITH HEAVY LEAK AT SAME SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER/WALK IN FREEZER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
41
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NOTED (8) EMPLOYEE FOODHANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEE TO TAKE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING COURSE.
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Mar 7, 2014
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE,INVERT CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS STORED AT REAR SHELVING TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: (1)LARGE SHELF INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER WITH RUST. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH. PROVIDE SPLASHGUARD AT RIGHT SIDE OF KITCHEN EXPOSED HANDSINK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER,FAN COVERS ON INTERIORS OF KITCHEN COOLERS,HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE COOKINNG EQUIPMENTS ARE NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ON FREQUENT BASIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IS DIRTY BENEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREAS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.
34
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING INSIDE THE 2 DOOR COOLER NEAR THE KITCHEN EXPOSED HANDSINK.
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Mar 5, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED (BLACK) SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION .MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-8040 FOR TAG REMOVAL OR E-MAIL REQUEST TO cdphfood@cityofchicago.org ATT:D.BHATTAL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE,INVERT CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS STORED AT REAR SHELVING TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: (1)LARGE SHELF INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER WITH RUST. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH. PROVIDE SPLASHGUARD AT RIGHT SIDE OF KITCHEN EXPOSED HANDSINK.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER,FAN COVERS ON INTERIORS OF KITCHEN COOLERS,HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE COOKINNG EQUIPMENTS ARE NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ON FREQUENT BASIS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IS DIRTY BENEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREAS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.
34
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING INSIDE THE 2 DOOR COOLER NEAR THE KITCHEN EXPOSED HANDSINK.
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Aug 8, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT REAR KITCHEN AREA,
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS,
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Jun 5, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Can opener attached to prep table, exterior and interior of cooking equipment and storage racks not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor not maintained in hallway. Instructed to replace missing floor tile. Floor behind equipment and along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
34
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not visible inside pizza prep cooler. Instructed to have thermometer visible inside cooler.
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Sep 22, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT RUSTY METAL GREASE BOX UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.------MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND REACH-IN FREEZER DOOR IN THE KITCHEN. NOTED ICE BUILD-UP AT THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE SAID FREEZER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND FLOOR/WALL BASEBOARD UNDER EXPOSED HAND SINK.
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: 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. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: 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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER OR REORGANIZE TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Amato's Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Amato's Pizzeria on file is from Oct 1, 2018. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Amato's Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Amato's Pizzeria.
Has Amato's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Amato's Pizzeria have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Amato's Pizzeria means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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