Congress Pizza & Pasta

2033 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Pizza
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2015
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Congress Pizza & Pasta has 30 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent visit was on Oct 29, 2015. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at Congress Pizza & Pasta since Oct 29, 2015, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up 13 times.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Congress Pizza & Pasta is doing better than most peers. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

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Inspection History
Oct 29, 2015
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST REGROUT FLOOR IN FOOD PREP AREAS WALK-IN COOLER AND REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA.
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Oct 21, 2015
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: HAND WASHING SINK IN EMPLOYEES WASHROOM NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED NO HOT OR TEMPERED RUNNING WATER AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN EMPLOYEES WASHROOM DURING INSPECTION. WATER TEMPERATURE TAKEN 67.6F. MANAGER TURN ON THE HOT WATER. HOT WATER NOW AVAILABLE TEMPERATURE 110F. INSTRCUTED MANAGER TO HAVE CONTINUES SUPPLY OF HOT OR TEMPERED WATER UNDER CITY PRESSUREN AT ALL TIMES. CRITIAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL ON PREMISES. OBSERVED 3 LIVE ROACHES ON FLOOR BEHIND UNUSED 2-DOOR COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA AND ON FLOOR UNDRNEATH DISHMACHINE IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICES IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ROACH PROBLEM. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 02/23/15 REPORT# 1441739 (32)RUSTY FOOD STORE SHELVING IN 2ND FLOOR WALK-IN COOLER AND REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST REPAIT OR REPLACE. 33 DETAIL CLEAN VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP. 34 DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE GREASE BUIL-UP. 35 OBSERVED A FEW WATER DAMAGE CEILING TILES ABOVE PREP TABLES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA. MUST REPAIR/MAINTAIN. DETAIL CLEAN WALLS BEHIND PREP TABLES IN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE DIRT AND DEBRIS. FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED. MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF GREASE ENCRUSTED UNDERNEATH DISH TABLE IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA ALSO OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIORS AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND 2ND FLOOR FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE PRODUCE COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST REGROUT FLOOR IN FOOD PREP AREAS WALK-IN COOLER AND REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALLS AND BASEBOARDS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS AND BY UTILITY SINK ARE ROUGH, DAMAGED AND POORLY REPAIRED BEHIND THE MIXERS, ALONG THE SOUTHEAST KITCHEN HALLWAY, SEAL THE WALLS AND BASEBOARDS AND MUST MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE MOP SINK IN REAR OF PREMISES. MUST REPAIR/MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK DRAINING SLOW IN REAR BAR AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SLOW LEAKY AT THE FRONT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK UNDERNETAH PIPE AT THE FRONT PREP AREA AND ALSO OBESERVED A LEAKY UNDERNEATH PIPE IN EMPLOYEES WASHROOM HAND WASHING SINK MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 23, 2015
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOODS INSIDE ALL PREP COOLER AND WALK-IN COOLERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUSTY FOOD STORE SHELVING IN 2ND FLOOR WALK-IN COOLER AND REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST REPAIT OR REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE GREASE BUIL-UP.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FEW WATER DAMAGE CEILING TILES ABOVE PREP TABLES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA. MUST REPAIR/MAINTAIN. DETAIL CLEAN WALLS BEHIND PREP TABLES IN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE DIRT AND DEBRIS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETERS NEEDED IN ALL PREP COOLERS IN KITCHEN AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS IMPROPERLY STORED AT THE FRONT BAR. MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED. MUST PROVIDE.
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Dec 30, 2014
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: VIOLATION FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION: OBSERVED CLUTTER IN THE SECOND FLOOR NORTH ROOM. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE REMAINING, STORE 6 INCHES OFF FLOORS AND WALLS, AND MAINTAIN TO FACILITATE PROPER CLEANING AND HELP PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Dec 2, 2014
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER IN THE SECOND FLOOR NORTH ROOM. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE REMAINING, STORE 6 INCHES OFF FLOORS AND WALLS, AND MAINTAIN TO FACILITATE PROPER CLEANING AND HELP PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Nov 21, 2014
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND 1800 POUNDS OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHEESE, HAM, PEPPERONI, CUT VEGETABLES, COLESLAW, BEEF, SHRIMP, AND PORK) IN THE FIRST FLOOR WALK IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 46.3F-60.4F. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED SAID FOOD. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW AND ALL HOT FOODS AT 140F OR ABOVE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A).
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND 8 COCKROACHES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE ALL PESTS AND MAINTAIN. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE BOTH PIZZA OVENS AND THE 2 LARGE STAND MIXERS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO OBTAIN ADDITIONAL THERMOMETERS TO ENSURE ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS HAVE AN INTERNAL THERMOMETER.
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Nov 12, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN ALL FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN WALLS BEHIND EQUIPMENT AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Nov 4, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND 10 COCKROACHES ON PREMISES (BEHIND ICE MACHINE AND BEHIND THE REACH IN FREEZER NEAR THE DINING ROOM DOORS). INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE ALL PESTS AND MAINTAIN. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN ALL FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN WALLS BEHIND EQUIPMENT AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Aug 7, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN LOWER COMPARTMENT OF FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE BUILDUP AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS IN KITCHEN AREA.
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Jul 31, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND 15 COCKROACHES LOCATED BEHIND THE MORTORIZED WHEELCHAIR NEXT TO PEPSI COOLER. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE ALL PESTS AND MAINTAIN AND RECOMMEND CONTACTING A LICENSE PEST CONTROL SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN LOWER COMPARTMENT OF FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE BUILDUP AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS IN KITCHEN AREA.
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Jul 18, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN LOWER COMPARTMENT OF FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE BUILDUP AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS IN KITCHEN AREA.
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Jul 9, 2014
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND 20 POUNDS OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SAUSAGE, MARINARA), VALUED AT $35, AT A TEMPERATURE OF 50.3F. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW OR 140F OR ABOVE AND TO MAINTAIN. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A).
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND 20 FRUIT FLIES IN BAR AREA AND 4 ROACHES IN FACILITY (STAIRWAY AND MOP CLOSET). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL PESTS AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN LOWER COMPARTMENT OF FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE BUILDUP AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS IN KITCHEN AREA.
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Feb 25, 2014
Complaint
6 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 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF PREP SINK IN REAR PREP AREA, METAL STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN 2ND FLOOR.----------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SHELF UNDERNEATH STEAM TABLE WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP.---MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO RE GROUT FLOOR TILES WITH DEEP SEAMS (FROM DINING LEADING TO PREP AREA).-----------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN AL CORNERS THROUGHOUT 2ND FLOOR STORAGE/COOLER AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES NEXT TO EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA (NEXT TO PREP SINK) AND MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE THE SAID EXPOSED HAND SINK/PREP SINK.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET NECK AT PREP SINK IN 2ND FLOOR.-------MUST FIX DRAINPIPE UNDERNEATH EXPOSED HAND SINK IN 2ND FLOOR.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER (REAR PREP AREA) TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Oct 11, 2013
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: KITCHEN LIGHT SHIELDS NEEDS CLEANING,
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Sep 23, 2013
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE REAR KITCHEN AND DISHROOM HAVE DEAD COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR; DUE TO RECENT PEST TREATMENT. WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE FLOORS FROM CORNER TO CORNER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SOME COMPLIANCE FOUND, CONTINUE TO REPAIR AND SEAL UP AREAS OF POSSIBLE HARBORAGE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: THE KITCHEN LIGHT SHIELDS HAVE LOOSE DEBRIS INSIDE AND ARE BROWN, CLEAN THE SHIELDS.
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Sep 16, 2013
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OVER 20 LIVE AND DYING COCKROACHES WERE FOUND IN CRACKS AND CREVICES BEHIND AND UNDER THE DISH WASHING AREA AND BASEBOARDS BEHIND THE REAR WORK TABLES. OVER 5 LIVE SMALL FLIES WERE FOUND IN THE SODA GUN HOLDER AND SINK IN THE BAR. CLEAN, RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, SEAL UP THE GAPS AND OPENINGS WHERE THE ROACHES ARE LIVING AND REMOVE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY. THE PREMISES WAS TREATED BY GREEN TARGET PEST CONTROL ON 9/14/2013.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: THE KNIVES AND KNIFE HOLDERS ARE DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE KNIVES AND HOLDERS. THE BAR SODA GUN HOLDERS AND SINKS ARE WET AND DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THESE AREAS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE DIRTY DISH TABLE HAS DIRTY SUPPORTS AND A ROTTEN WOOD BASE WERE ROACHES ARE HARBORING, REMOVE THE ROTTED WOOD AND CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREA. THE WALL ABOVE THE PIZZA CUTTING AREA HAS PEELING TAPE WHERE THE WALL PANELING MEETS, REMOVE THE TAPE AND RESEAL THE AREA SO IT IS SMOOTH AND SANITARY. THE FIRST FLOOR WALK IN COOLER HAS DIRTY RACKS INSIDE AND THE 2ND FLOOR WALK IN COOLER DOOR IS FILTY, WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE COOLER DOORS AND INTERIORS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE REAR KITCHEN AND DISHROOM HAVE DEAD COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE FLOORS FROM CORNER TO CORNER.
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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 BASEBOARDS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS ARE ROUGH, DAMAGED AND POORLY REPAIRED (BEHIND THE MIXERS, ALONG THE SOUTHEAST KITCHEN HALLWAY), SEAL THE WALLS AND BASEBOARDS FROM TOP TO BOTTOM TO REDUCE THE AMOUNT OF POSSIBLE PEST HARBORAGE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: THE KITCHEN LIGHT SHIELDS HAVE LOOSE DEBRIS INSIDE AND ARE BROWN, CLEAN THE SHIELDS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION TO WIPE THE SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT REGULARLY.
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Mar 13, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 7, 2013
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: CONTINUED TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF RODENTS.FOUND MICE DROPPINGS IN VARIOUS AREAS OF KITCHEN(INSIDE THE HOT COOKING GRILL),BAR,CUSTOMERS DINING ROOM,DISHMACHINE AREA,HOT WATER TANK ROOM,LAUNDRY ROOM,2ND FLOOR,3RD FLOOR STORAGE ROOMS.FOUND 1 DEAD MOUSE FOUND IN 3RD FLOOR BY JUNKED CAR TIRES/RIMS,2 LIVE ROACHES NOTED ON FLOOR BY THE PIZZA PREP STATION.THE REAR SIDE EXIT DOORS MUST BE TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS TO ENSURE NO MODE OF ENTRY.MUST RODENT PROOF AND SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON WALLS/CEILINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES WERE NOTED. MUST RODENT PROOF ALL OUTER OPENINGS(DOORS).MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED,REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS, INTERIOR OF ALL PREP COOLERS,LARGE WHITE MIXERS, WIRE STORAGE RACKS, FAN COVER IN WALK-IN COOLER,BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED, TOPS AND BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS,HOOD AND FILTERS OVER COOKING EQUIPMENTS,INTERIOR COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE DISHMACHINE UNIT,CABINETS AND ATTACHED TABLES IN THE CUSTOMER SERVICE AREAS ETC.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROGHOUT THE PREMISES INCLUDING 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND SEAL OPENINGS ON COVING BENEATH COOKING OVEN WHERE NOTED AND KEEP FLOORS DRY.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS ALONG THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS,WALLS/CEILINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS SPLASHES AND SEAL OPENINGS ON THE WALLS IN DRY STORAGE ROOMS AND AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL PIPES ALSO VOID SPACES BETWEEN WALL AND WALK-IN-COOLER 2ND FLOOR.SEAL OPENINGS ON THE 3RD FLOOR STORAGE AREAS WHERE NOTED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN VENTS INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS,TO REMOVE DUSTS BUILD-UP AND REPAIR WATER LEAK COMING FROM BENEATH THE DISHMACHINE ALSO LEAK AT PIPE BENEATH THE EXPOSED HANDSINK NEAR THE DISHMACHINE UNIT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS,2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE ROOMS,LAUNDRY ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THROUGHOUT DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.ALL ITEMS KEPT MUST BE NEAT,SANITARY 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL.REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS FROM THE 3RD FLOOR STORAGE AND FROM INSIDE THE TOOL ROOM SAME AREA.
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Feb 19, 2013
Complaint
10 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: WE OBSERVED OVER 400 PLUS RODENT MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT (TMTC)TOO MANY TO COUNT.FOUND IN THE KITCHEN-FOOD PREP AREAS ON BOTTOM SHELVINGS OF FOOD PREP TABLES NEAR THE CARDBOARD PIZZA BOARDS,ON THE ELECTRICAL OUTLETS NEAR THE PREP COOLER IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS, DRY STORAGE ROOM WHERE THE 2 LITER SODAS ARE KEPT NEAR THE KITCHEN,ON FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER 2ND FLOOR,BENEATH THE DISHMACHINE UNIT ON PIPES,ON THE INTERIOR MOTOR COMPONENTS ON THE SIDE PANELS OF THE LARGE PIZZA OVENS IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS,CUSTOMERS DINING AREAS(BENEATH SEATING BOOTHS),BAR,2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREAS,LAUNDRY ROOM.FOUND ONE (1) DEAD MOUSE FOUND IN THE SECOND FLOOR DRY STORAGE ROOM.ALSO THE NORTH EXIT DOOR LEADING TO THE ALLEY,THE EAST DELIVERY/PICK-UP DOOR IS NOT RODENT PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. MUST RODENT PROOF AND SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON WALLS/CEILINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES WERE NOTED AND REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS,ALSO A SCREEN IS NEEDED AROUND THE EXHAUST FAN IN THE KITCHEN FOOD-PREP AREA,RODENT PROOF WALK-IN-COOLER DOORS APPROXIMATELY 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY-MUST BE RODENT PROOF ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOODS ARE NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE. OBSERVED A HALF BUS PAN OF WATER FROM CONDENSER UNIT THAT IS DRIPPING ON SHELVINGS WHERE FOODS ARE STORED INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN-COOLER#1 IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA LOCATED 1ST FLOOR.ALSO,OBSERVED (3) OPEN BUS PANS OF SHREDDED MOZZARELLA CHEESE INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER#2 IN THE 2ND FLOOR,CHEESE PRODUCT NOW DISCARDED TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE$300 . SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS STORED BENEATH THE FOOD PREP TABLE AT REAR MUST BE LABELED TO IDENTIFY THE FOODS STORED. ALL PREPARED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLERS MUST BE LABELED/DATED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLERS AND IN THE 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREAS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH ALSO CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP CUTS MUST BE REPLACED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS, INTERIOR OF ALL PREP COOLERS,LARGE WHITE MIXERS, WIRE STORAGE RACKS, FAN COVER IN WALK-IN COOLER,BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED, TOPS AND BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS,HOOD AND FILTERS OVER COOKING EQUIPMENTS,INTERIOR COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE DISHMACHINE UNIT,CABINETS AND ATTACHED TABLES IN THE CUSTOMER SERVICE AREAS ETC.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROGHOUT THE PREMISES INCLUDING 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND SEAL OPENINGS ON COVING BENEATH COOKING OVEN WHERE NOTED AND KEEP FLOORS DRY.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS ALONG THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS,WALLS/CEILINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS SPLASHES AND SEAL OPENINGS ON THE WALLS IN DRY STORAGE ROOMS AND AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL PIPES ALSO VOID SPACES BETWEEN WALL AND WALK-IN-COOLER 2ND FLOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN VENTS INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS,TO REMOVE DUSTS BUILD-UP AND REPAIR WATER LEAK COMING FROM BENEATH THE DISHMACHINE ALSO LEAK AT PIPE BENEATH THE EXPOSED HANDSINK NEAR THE DISHMACHINE UNIT.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS,2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE ROOMS,LAUNDRY ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THROUGHOUT DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.ALL ITEMS KEPT MUST BE NEAT,SANITARY 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL.ALSO REMOVE CLUTTERED ARTICLES FROM TOP OF WALK-IN-COOLER 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS,FROM BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES ETC.
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Sep 6, 2012
Complaint
No violations found.
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Aug 10, 2012
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDERS ISSUED, 8/1/2012 FOR VIOLATION #18, OBSERVED ABOUT 50 MICE DROPPINGS ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION, IN OFFICE ARE, KITCHEN AND STORAGE AREAS, OBSERVED 10 RAT DROPPING IN DINING AREA, AND 1 ROACH IN KITCHEN, ALSO REAR EXIT DOOR TO ALLEY NOT RODENT PROOF, APPROX. 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOOR, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS, AND SEAL ALL OUTER OPENING, TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY, REPORT #1234409, CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: VIOLATION UPGRADED TO VIOLATION NUMBER 14, SEE ABOVE VIOLATION
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Aug 1, 2012
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ABOUT 50 MICE DROPPINGS ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION, IN OFFICE ARE, KITCHEN AND STORAGE AREAS, OBSERVED 10 RAT DROPPING IN DINING AREA, AND 1 ROACH IN KITCHEN, ALSO REAR EXIT DOOR TO ALLEY NOT RODENT PROOF, APPROX. 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOOR, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS, AND SEAL ALL OUTER OPENING, TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL/REPLACE RUSTED WIRE SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT EXTERIOR SURFACE, PIZZA OVEN AND FRYERS
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEEDS CLEANING UNDER EQUIPMENT, MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING THATS 6 INCHES FROM FLOOR, TO CLEAN UNDER
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE IN VARIOUS AREAS THROUGHOUT PREMISES
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS ON LIGHTS IN WALK-IN COOLERS
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SELF-CLOSING DEVICE AT EMPLOYEES BATHROOM, AND PROVIDE MISSING SEAT TO TOILET COMMODE IN SAME BATHROOM
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR HANDLE TO EXPOSED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN AREA, AN ADDITION SINK NEAR BY
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Nov 14, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Nov 10, 2011
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin/insect infestations.CONTINUED TO OBSERVE RODENT MICE DROPPINGS IN VARIOUS AREAS OF BAR,KITCHEN,CUSTOMERS DINING ROOM,2ND FLOOR,3RD FLOOR, 1 DEAD MOUSE FOUND IN 3RD FLOOR BY DIRTY DEEP FRYER,1 LIVE ROACH NOTED ON WALL BY THE 2COMP SINK DISHMACHINE,ALSO 4-5 LIVE FRUIT FLIES CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOM.FRONT,REAR DOORS MUST BE TIGHT FITTING ALL ACCROSS THE BOTTOMS ENSURE NO MODE OF ENTRY.MUST RODENT PROOF AND SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON WALLS/CEILINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES WERE NOTED. MUST RODENT PROOF ALL OUTER OPENINGS (DOORS).MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS REQUIRED,REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-020.NO CITATION ISSUED.
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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 PROPERLY CONNECT WASTE DRAIN LINES AT BAR GUNS SUCH THAT IT LEADS DIRECTLY INTO A DLOOR DRAIN.
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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.DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS, INTERIOR OF ALL PREP COOLERS, WIRE STORAGE RACKS, SINK AND TOILET IN THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM, FAN COVER IN WALK-IN COOLER,BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED, PREP TABLES,HOOD AND FILTERS OVER COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
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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. VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE REPORT.
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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 DETAIL CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS SPLASHES ON WALLS ALONG COOKING EQUIPMENTS,FOOD PREP/PIZZA PREP STATIONS,ALSO SEAL OPENINGS ON WALLS/CEILINGS WERE NOTED AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES,REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA.
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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 REPAIR WATER LEAKS AT BASE OF FAUCET 2 COMP SINK,AT PIPE BENEATH THE DISHMACHINE,SLOW DRAINAGE AT CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOMS ALSO VENTILATION COVERS DUSTY MUST DETAIL CLEAN.
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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. REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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Nov 7, 2011
Complaint
13 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less.OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED 3 DRUM BARRELS OF PIZZA SAUCE AT 44.4-46.1F . MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 45 GALLONS OF FOOD WORTH $200 . CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health.OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PERFORMING MULTIPLE TASKS CLEANING FOOD CONTACT SURFACES,PREPARING FOODS,CHANGING SOILED GLOVES AND NOT WASHING HANDS PER CITY CODE.MUST FREQUENTLY WASH HANDS AFTER EACH POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A).
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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.WE OBSERVED SOUTH EXPOSED HANDSINK IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA NOT CONNECTED NO HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE,UNACCESSIBLE,LACKING HAND PAPERTOWELS AT THIS TIME.ALSO FOUND NO SOAP/HAND PAPER TOWELS AT BAR AREA AT THIS TIME. MUST INSTALL,MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin/insect infestations.WE OBSERVED OVER 300 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT TOO MANY TO COUNT(TMTC) ON 1ST FLOOR BAR,KITCHEN,2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED OVER 30 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS, CEILING, EQUIPMENT IN THE DISH WASHING,PREP AREA ,OVER 30 LIVE MAGGOTS ON LOWER CLUTTERED DAMAGED WALL BY PIZZA PREP STATION,1 LIVE ROACH NOTED ON CLUTTERED 2ND FLOOR STORAGE ROOM.ALSO SOUTH MAIN DOORS,EAST DOOR NOT INSECT/RODENT PROOFED 1/2" MODE OF ENTRY. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. MUST RODENT PROOF AND SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON WALLS/CEILINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES WERE NOTED. MUST RODENT PROOF ALL OUTER OPENINGS (DOORS). CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation.FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANIIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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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.NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (BEEFS,PIZZAS) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT WITH THEIR ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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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 PROPERLY CONNECT WASTE DRAIN LINES AT BAR GUNS SUCH THAT IT LEADS DIRECTLY INTO A DLOOR DRAIN,REPLACE/REMOVE RUST ON SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER USE A NON-TOXIC FINISH.
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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.DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS, INTERIOR OF ALL PREP COOLERS, WIRE STORAGE RACKS, SINK AND TOILET IN THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM, FAN COVER IN WALK-IN COOLER,BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED, PREP TABLES,HOOD AND FILTERS OVER COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
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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.FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROGHOUT THE PREMISES REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND SEAL OPENINGS ON STAIRS TO SECOND FLOOR DRY STORAGE ROOMS AND 4" COVINGS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN MUST BE REPLACED.
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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 DETAIL CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS SPLASHES ON WALLS ALONG COOKING EQUIPMENTS,FOOD PREP/PIZZA PREP STATIONS,REPLACE BROKEN DOOR ON EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM ALSO HANDSINK CABINET SAME AREA IS LOOSE IN POOR REPAIR MUST REPAIR ALSO SEAL OPENINGS ON WALLS/CEILINGS WERE NOTED AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES,REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA.
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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 REPAIR WATER LEAKS AT BASE OF FAUCET 2 COMP SINK,AT PIPE BENEATH THE DISHMACHINE,SLOW DRAINAGE AT CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOMS ALSO VENTILATION COVERS DUSTY MUST DETAIL CLEAN.
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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.REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: Smoking shall be prohibited in all public places except in designated smoking areas.WE OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF SMOKING INSIDE THE PREMISES WE OBSERVED ASH TRAY WITH ASHES/CIGARETTE BUTTS BENEATH SHELVING AT REAR SIDE CARRY OUT SERVICE STATION,CIGARRETE ASHES ON FLOOR AREAS LEADING UP TO 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREAS.NO SMOKING INDOORS OR WITHIN 15 FEET OF THE PREMISES.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-32-020(C).
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Oct 25, 2010
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR RUSTED SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER BY PIZZA PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE DISH WASHER RACKS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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Oct 18, 2010
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT PIZZA PREP AREA DURING INSPECTION.FOUND 10pds OF SAUSAGE AT 56.4F,15pds GRATED CHEESE=58.9F,2pds COOKED VEGGIES AT 58.0F,10pds PEPPERONI 56.3F,AND 5pds.PIZZA SAUCE AT 60.2F RESPECTIVELY ON PIZZA PREP AREA,CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A)CRITICAL INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ABOVE SAID FOODS,AT THE TOTAL COST OF $150.00. INSTRUCTED ALSO TO MAINTAIN ABOVE SAID FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. EVIDENCE OF INSECT ACTIVITY NOTED ON PREMISES AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION.NOTED 8 HOUSEFLIES AT REAR OF PIZZA PREP AREA.CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.INSTRUCTED TO GET RID OF SAID HOUSE FLIES BY RE INSPECTION.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR RUSTED SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER BY PIZZA PREP AREA.
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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 ELEVATE DISH WASHER RACKS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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Jun 7, 2010
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. VIOLATION OF 05-25-10 REMAIN TILL NEXT ROUTINE:OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ACTICLES ON SHELVING UNITS ON 2NDFL.,ANDON 1STFL. NOT INVERTED,ALSO PIZZA CARD BOARDS STORED ON BARE FLOOR PRODUCT BOXES IN WALK-IN COOLERON 2NDFL.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVER AND ELEVATE 6" OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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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. VIOLATION FROM 05-25-10 INSPECTION:WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER FLOORS ON 2NDFL.WITH WATER AND DBRIS NEEDS CLEANING AND MAINTAINING DRY AT ALL TIMES. COVER OPENINGS ON FLOOR DRAINS.
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May 25, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. EVIDENCE OF MICE ACTIVITY NOTED ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION,ALSO REAR EXIT DOOR TO ALLEY OPENING UNDER ABOUT 1 1/2-2". ABOUT 15-50 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED ON FLOOR IN THE BAR AREA,ON FLOOR IN SW PIZZA OVEN UNDER SHELF,ON 2NDFL IN WALK IN COOLER FLOOR UNDER SHELF USED FOR DRY STORAGE,AND ON FLOORS BEHIND ABOVE SAID WALK IN COOLER. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN MICE DROPPING AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,AND PROPERLY RODENT PROOF REAR EXIT DOOR. WILL BE BACK FOR RE-INSPECTION ON 06-01-10.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ACTICLES ON SHELVING UNITS ON 2NDFL ,AND ON 1STFL NOT INVERT,ALSO PIZZA CARD BOARDS STORED ON BARE FLOOR PRODUCT BOXES IN WALK IN COOLER ON 2NDFL.INSTRUCTED MANAGER INVERT AND ELEVAT 6"FL,AT ALL TIMES.
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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. WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER FLOORS ON 2NDFL. WITH WATER AND DEBRIS NEEDS CLEANIND AND MAINTAINING DRY AT ALL TIMES. COVER OPENINGS ON FLOOR DRAINS.
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Jan 6, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Congress Pizza & Pasta last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Congress Pizza & Pasta on file is from Oct 29, 2015. The public record contains 30 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Congress Pizza & Pasta?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 13 times, more than any other issue at Congress Pizza & Pasta.

Has Congress Pizza & Pasta's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Congress Pizza & Pasta have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

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