Avy's Pizza

9917 S Ewing Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Pizza
Last inspected: Mar 28, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

Public records show 19 inspections at Avy's Pizza stretching back to 2010. Avy's Pizza was last inspected on Mar 28, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near seven violations per visit.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing eight times across the record.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Avy's Pizza is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

19
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 28, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Feb 1, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POP CRATES USED AS SHELVING IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON REAR HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WASTE RECEPTACLE AT HAND WASHING SINK NEAR WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE WASTE RECEPTACLES IN ALL AREAS WASTE IS COMMONLY DISCARDED.
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Jun 22, 2023
Reinspection
13 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-102.11 OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN CHEST FREEZER MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON PIZZA PREP COOLER.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USE FOR STORAGE OF PIZZA BOXES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES,GRILL TABLE,FLOUR FROM LOWER SHELF AND BEHIND PIZZA PREP COOLER.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA NEAR TOILET ROOMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.16 MUST PROVIDE A HOOKING SYSTEM TO HANG WET MOPS AND NOT ON FLOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASES,HOLE IN LOWER WALL BASE IN DISH WASHING/PREP AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 4-301.14 OBSERVED NO VENTILATION IN MEN'S & WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 OBSERVED MALE FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14 OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLE MUST STORE IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-903.11 (A;B;D) MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
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Jun 16, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 15 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MALE FOOD HANDLER TALKING ON CELL PHONE,WROTE ON A RECEIPT WITH A INK PEN THEN WIPED HIS HANDS ON A SOILED TOWEL ON PREP TABLE AND THEN HANDLED PIZZA DOUGH WITH BARE HANDS WITHOUT WASHING HANDS.MUST WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL COMING FROM GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK OVERFLOWING WATER FROM TOPSIDE OF LID AND POOLING WATER ON TO FLOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MALE FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLE MUST STORE IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
44
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN CHEST FREEZER MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON PIZZA PREP COOLER.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USE FOR STORAGE OF PIZZA BOXES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS
47
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES,GRILL TABLE,FLOUR FROM LOWER SHELF AND BEHIND PIZZA PREP COOLER.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA NEAR TOILET ROOMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A HOOKING SYSTEM TO HANG WET MOPS AND NOT ON FLOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES NEAR HAND SINK AND MISSING WALL BASES,HOLE IN LOWER WALL BASE IN DISH WASHING/PREP AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD WITH END CAPS IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VENTILATION IN MEN'S & WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 24, 2021
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE.
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Sep 17, 2021
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #53 (OBSERVED A CLOSED RECEPTACLE IS NEEDED INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.) NOT CORRECTED WITHIN 90 DAY TIME FRAME ON THE INSPECTION REPORT DATED FOR 10/22/19 . INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT THE VIOLATION SHALL NOW CLASSIFIED AS A PRIORITY FOUNDATION ITEM DUE TO NONCOMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER ON SITE TO MONITOR THE INTERNAL FOOD TEMPERATURE OF TCS (MARINARA, CHEESE, AND CHICKEN). FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT THE HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE.
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Oct 22, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED A CLOSED RECEPTACLE IS NEEDED INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED UNEVEN FLOORS LOCATED UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE FLOOR SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS AND DEAD INSECTS UNDER AND BEHIND THE PIZZA OVENS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Oct 10, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.15 OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE GREASE DUMPSTER LID WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE DEBRIS, THE LID MISSING FROM THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AND ACCUMULATED GREASE DEBRIS ON THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE GROUND AREA, REMOVE ACCUMULATED GREASE FROM THE OUTSIDE GREASE DUMPSTER LID AND REPLACE THE LID FOR THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B).
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED A CLOSED RECEPTACLE IS NEEDED INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED UNEVEN FLOORS LOCATED UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE FLOOR SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS AND DEAD INSECTS UNDER AND BEHIND THE PIZZA OVENS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Sep 7, 2018
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N) NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PIC TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A).
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PIC THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-202.12 FOUND NO EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA WHERE THE THREE COMP SINK IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND HANDTOWELS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS AND GRILL AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AROUND AND BEHIND SOME KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 INSTRUCTED THE PIC THAT THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Nov 21, 2017
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED IN THE PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREA.
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Feb 19, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR SHELVING OF REACH IN COOLER TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS DIRTY AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND ALONG THE WALL BASE. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND SPILLS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREA DIRTY. ALSO WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE DISH WASHING AREA AND DIRTY WALLS IN THE SAME AREA. MUST CLEAN AND REPAIR WHERE NEEDED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER THROUGH OUT. MUST REMOVE AND/OR ORGANIZE STOCK TO PREVENT HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM THE WALL FOR CLEAN AND PEST MONITORING.
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May 8, 2015
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS IN REAR BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT,ALONG WAKLL BASE AND CORNERS
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN THE PREP AREA OF DUST BUILD-UP
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Aug 26, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE RUST FROM THE GREASE TRAP AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZER IN PREP AREA,HAS HEAVY ICE BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS NEAR THE DEEP FRYERS,HAS GREASE BUILD-UP ON FLOORS,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS AND ALONG WALL BASE IN THE DISHWASHING AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM (1) WASHROOM IN REAR OF PREMISES,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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Jun 18, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: INVERT ALL CLEAN CONTAINERS, POTS, PANS, ETC IN REAR DISH WASHING/STORAGE AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE SOILED WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Oct 24, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 13, 2011
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND TWO LARGE PIZZA OVENS NOT CORRECTLY HOODED. EXHAUST HOOD NOT MECHANICALLY VENTING GAS FUMES.
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Aug 25, 2011
License
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: FOUND LIGHTS NOT SHIELDED ABOVE PIZZA OVENS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND A LARGE GAS PIZZA OVEN AND A LARGE ELECTRIC OVEN WITH NO EXHAUST HOOD AT FRONT PREPARATION AREAS.
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Feb 25, 2010
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOW ABATED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOW ABATED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOW ABATED.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: NOW ABATED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOW ABATED
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Jan 6, 2010
License
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times. Must provide an exposed handwashing sink with hot/cold running water per city code and soap/handrying device.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. Must provide an original city of chicago certificate or proof of enrollment.
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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. Must seal/paint raw wood storage shelf and bottom of prep table in prep and as needed.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Must provide covers for basement floor drains and seal or replace floor tile in front of rear exit door.
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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. Must seal/caulk around all pipes/conduits and all cracks/crevices throughout. Must replace/provide missing/damaged tiles by rear cooking equipment and at bottom wall by basement door. Must clean vents throughout.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. Must provide a self closing device to left washroom door.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 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 and Regulations of the Board of Health. Must provide a mopsink with a backflow prevention device and hot/cold running water per city code.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Avy's Pizza last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Avy's Pizza on file is from Mar 28, 2025. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Avy's Pizza?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Avy's Pizza.

Has Avy's Pizza's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Avy's Pizza have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Avy's Pizza means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Avy's Pizza inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Avy's Pizza is inspected roughly once per year on average.