Colutas Pizza
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
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Going back to 2010, Colutas Pizza has 21 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 4, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” comes up most often, recorded eight times in the inspection record.
Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Colutas Pizza is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
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Feb 13, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEE CHOPPING GREEN PEPPERS WITHOUT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. MUST WEAR AN EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINT WHEN PREPARING FOOD.
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRONT END OF OUTSIDE OIL TANK WITH GREASE SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARD BOARD BOXES STACKED BY REAR DOOR. MUST REMOVE ITEMS FROM PREMISES.
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Jun 21, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
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Sep 20, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN GREASE FROM FRONT END OF OUTSIDE OIL TANK CONTAINER.
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Dec 13, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: FOUND FOODHANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS.MUST PROVIDE.
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Jul 28, 2021
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF (TCS FOODS) INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED MEAT LASAGNA WITH INTERNAL TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM (46.1F-48.0 F).INSTRUCTED MANAGER, (TCS FOODS) MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF ABOVE 135F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED. (COS).
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE REAR UTILITY MOP SINK AREA AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDED HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE REFRIGERATOR ACROSS FROM PREP/COOKING AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE AND RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
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Dec 3, 2020
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS (PREP/WASHROOMS).
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM RECEAPTACLE MUST BE COVERED IN REAR EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LID/COVER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EXHAUST PIPE WITH DUST ACCUMULATION ABOVE OVEN.
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Jul 29, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER STATEMENTS FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY ON MENU.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PUT CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENTS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Jul 1, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: : OBSERVED NO HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE TO THE FOOD PREP AREA AT REAR.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK AT THE FOOD PREP AREA PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (c) CITATION ISSUED GRACE PERIOD GIVEN FROM 1/23/2019 TO 4/23/2019 SEE REPORT#2253013 DATED 1/23/2019
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER STATEMENTS FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY ON MENU.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PUT CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENTS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S REST ROOM WITHOUT A COVER.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO COVER WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S REST ROOM CORE VIOLATION
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Jan 23, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDSINK NOT ACCESSIBLE TO THE FOOD PREP AREA AT REAR.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK AT THE FOOD PREP AREA PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (c) NO CITATION ISSUED
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DRAIN BOARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL DRAINBOARD ABOVE 3-COMP SINK
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT WOMEN'S RESTROOM.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT WOMEN'S RESTROOM. CORE VIOLATION
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO BECOME ALLERGEN CERTIFIED. CORE VIOLATION
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Aug 24, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE METAL RACKS WITH EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION IN PREP/COOKING AREA (ACROSS EXIT DOOR).
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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 FLOORS IN PREP/COOKING AREA ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND REACH-IN (7-UP) COOLER BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AND FLOORS INSIDE STORAGE/OFFICE. USABLE ITEMS (FOOD AND NON FOOD) MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS INCLUDING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLEANING EQUIPMENT (BROOMS, MOPS ETC.) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
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Oct 6, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYERS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
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Jan 22, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE, POSTED OR AVAILABLE, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE COOKED AND SERVED, AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO ENROLL IN A CLASS WITH PROOF OF ENROLLMENT OR ACTUAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE AVAILABLE, AND A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE COOKED, SERVED AND PREPARED, FOODS BEING COOKED AND PREPARED AT THIS TIME: Cold Chicken Walk-In Cooler 39.90 �F Cold SAUSAGE Prep Area 38.90 �F Hot SAUCE Hot-Hold Unit 147.00 �F Hot BEEF JUICE Hot-Hold Unit 151.00 �F SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN, BOTTOM OF REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS, AND INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYERS, INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN, AND STAINED CEILING TILE FRONT DINING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS, AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE,
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: SELF-CLOSING DEVICE BROKEN AT EMPLOYEES BATHROOM DOOR BY KITCHEN AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Jul 14, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT GREASE BOX (EXTERIOR) LID/COVER WITH RUST BUILD-UP UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR REPLACE.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND REORGANIZE REAR STORAGE/OFFICE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.-------- CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOPS AND BROOMS) MUST BE STORED PROPERLY OFF THE FLOOR.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN.
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Nov 10, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, coolers, and reach in freezer, must properly date food items in walk in cooler, coolers, and reach in freezer.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), rear kitchen storage shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning, prep table lower shelving 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 rear kitchen under 3 compartment sink, storage areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls that had peeling paint in kitchen areas, bathrooms, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Employee's bathroom door self closing mechanism in state of disrepair, shall be replaced.
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Apr 29, 2014
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Replace or repair rusty shelvings inside the walk-in-cooler using a non-toxic finish.
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Apr 22, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: Outside Mahoney grease box not cleaned/maintained. Observed waste grease on ground and encrusted grease on exterior on sides and on top of grease box. Instructed to detail clean exterior of grease box and ground to prevent insect and rodent nuisance. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Clean multi-use utensils and kitchen pots/pans are not properly stored.Instructed to invert to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Raw wooden surfaces/shelvings must be sealed using an non-toxic finish near the 3 compartment sink. Replace or repair rusty shelvings inside the walk-in-cooler using a non-toxic finish.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Hoods above the pizza ovens are not clened.Instructed to clean in detail and maintain at all times.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors near the rear mixer are dirty.Clean floors in detail throughout.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Water leak at base of faucet at the kitchen 3 compartment sink.Instructed to repair and maintain at all times.
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Feb 4, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in reach in cooler, reach in freezer, must date and label food items in reach in cooler, reach in freezer.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks 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 walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), cooler shelving, prep table lower shelving not clean, need cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, storage room ot clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles in rear kitchen prep area not clean, need cleaning, wall that had exposed plaster by front counter shall be repaired/sealed.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light shields in kitchen prep area not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Employee's bathroom door self closing mechaism in state of disrepair. shall be replaced/repaired.
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Feb 15, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 8, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While draining water in middle of three compartment sink, water-cloudy with food debris coming up left and right side. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drainline to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water at three compartment sink. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods in coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Single use articles not properly stored. Instructed to invert containers to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exterior between cooking equipment, can opener and utensils not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet room door for custoemrs not self closing. Instructed to install self-closing device.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometers not visible inside coolers. Instructed to have all thermometers conspicuous inside all coolers.
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Aug 17, 2010
Routine
2 minor violations.
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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. HANDSINK NEEDS RECAULKING;1 SINK STOPPER MUST BE PROVIDED IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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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. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF 2 DOOR PREP COOLER;COOLER SHELVES NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAINED
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Colutas Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Colutas Pizza on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains 21 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Colutas Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Colutas Pizza.
Has Colutas Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Colutas Pizza have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Colutas 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 Colutas Pizza inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Colutas Pizza is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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