Dimo's Pizza Six Corners

1615 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Pizza
Last inspected: Nov 22, 2024
58
Score
Medium Risk

Dimo's Pizza Six Corners has been inspected 21 times since 2013. The most recent visit was on Nov 22, 2024. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” comes up most often, recorded 14 times in the inspection record.

Dimo's Pizza Six Corners' latest score of 58 falls below the Chicago average of 81. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

21
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 22, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES (ICE DISPENSER PLATE, ICE SHIELD) TO BE HEAVILY-SOILED WITH BLACK, SLIME-LIKE SUBSTANCE AND NOT CLEAN TO SIGHT AND TOUCH AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE, AND MAINTAIN FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT CLEAN TO SIGHT AND TOUCH AT ALL TIMES. PERSON-IN-CHARGE DISCARDED ALL ICE AND CLEANED AND SANITIZED FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PERSON-IN-CHARGE VOLUNTARILY CEASED USE OF ICE MACHINE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE PIZZA PREP AREA TO BE OBSTRUCTED BY DOUGH CART. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE DOUGH CART AND MAINTAIN HANDWASHING SINKS UNOBSTRUCTED AND ACCESSIBLE FOR USE BY FOOD EMPLOYEES AT ALL TIMES. PERSON-IN-CHARGE RELOCATED CART AND MADE HANDWASHING SINK ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE WAREWASHING AREA (NEXT TO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK) MISSING DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS FOR USE IN HANDWASHING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS OR OTHER APPROVED HAND DRYING METHOD FOR HANDWASHING TO ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PERSON-IN-CHARGE PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS TO HANDWASHING SINK AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C) CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION.
10
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CONTAINER OF FRIED CHICKEN IN THE WALK-IN COOLER STORED COVERED WITH CONTAINER LID WHILE COOLING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE TCS FOOD ITEMS UNCOVERED OR LOOSELY-COVERED (IF PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION) WHILE COOLING AND MAINTAIN.
33
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINER OF RAW GROUND BEEF THAWING AT ROOM TEMPERATURE ON FOOD PREP TABLE IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO THAW TCS FOOD ITEMS USING APPROVED THAWING METHODS, SUCH AS UNDER REFRIGERATION, AND MAINTAIN.
35
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL COOLERS THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR KITCHEN AREAS MISSING INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS IN A CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY-VIEWABLE LOCATION IN ALL EQUIPMENT USED TO COLD-HOLD TCS FOOD ITEMS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
36
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL SINGLE-USE AND MULTI-USE CUPS USED AS A SCOOP IN BULK DRY FOOD CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT THE REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CUPS AND REPLACE WITH UTENSILS WITH HANDLES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION WHILE SCOOPING IN BULK CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
39
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GASKETS AT 3-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AT PIZZA PREP AREA TO BE IN POOR REPAIR, TORN AND PULLING AWAY FROM DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKETS AT 3-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT IN GOOD REPAIR AND PROPER ADJUSTMENT.
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58
Apr 4, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 28, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN WOMENS WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
53
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2549986 DATED ON 02/17/22 NOT CORRECTED-#47 REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER AT THE FRONT PREP AREA,#49 DETAIL CLEAN THE STAINLESS STEEL SPICE SHELVES, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS, TOP OF THE OVENS, EXTERIOR OF THE DISH MACHINE, TOP AND SIDES OF THE STOVE AND PREP TABLES,#55 CLEAN THE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON THE WALLS OF THE PIZZA PREP AREA AND REAR FOOD PREP AREA. CLEAN THE GRIME ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,#58 OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. ALL SAID PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS MUST BE CORRECTED BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIOIRITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090.
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Feb 17, 2022
Complaint
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT TCS FOODS (WHITE SAUCE, AIOLI, PATE) STORED PAST THE 7 DAY MAXIMUM USE BY DATE IN THE PREP COOLER AND WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ALL TCS FOODS AFTER THE 7 DAY MAXIMUM USE BY DATE. PRIORITY 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
23
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: NO SANITIZER WAS DETECTED AT THE FINAL RINSE OF THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SANITIZER SO THAT THE DISH MACHINE REACHES A FINAL RINSE OF 100 PPM CHLORINE. PRIORITY 7-38-025.
16
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER AT THE FRONT PREP AREA.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE STAINLESS STEEL SPICE SHELVES, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS, TOP OF THE OVENS, EXTERIOR OF THE DISH MACHINE, TOP AND SIDES OF THE STOVE AND PREP TABLES.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON THE WALLS OF THE PIZZA PREP AREA AND REAR FOOD PREP AREA. CLEAN THE GRIME ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES WERE PROVIDED FOR THE FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
58
Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN RECORD ON THE PREMISES DESCRIBING THE PROTOCOL FOR CHECKING PROOF OF VACCINATION IN PUBLIC PLACES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
64
Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN RECORD ON THE PREMISES RELATING TO EMPLOYEE VACCINATION STATUS OR WEEKLY TESTING AS REQUIRED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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50
Jun 1, 2021
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 25, 2021
Routine
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
5
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWED WITH GARBAGE, UNABLE TO CLOSE DUMPSTER LIDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS MUST NOT OVERFLOW, DUMPSTER LIDS MUST BE ABLE TO CLOSE AND TIGHT FITTED TO PREVENT POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B).
54
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2312530 DATED ON 09/18/19 NOT CORRECTED-#36 MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR PREP COOLERS, #49 MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM GRILL TABLES, PREP TABLES, PREP COOLERS, FLOOR MIXER, ALL STORAGE SHELVES, ROLLING CART, WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD AND SHELVING UNITS & COMPRESSOR UNIT,#53 MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL SAID PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS MUST BE CORRECTED BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090.
60
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT REAR DOOR SWEEP. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 3-DOOR REACH IN PREP COOLER GASKETS RIPPED. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE SAID DAMAGED DOOR RUBBER GASKETS.
47
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES.
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58
Sep 20, 2019
Reinspection
3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.14(O) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION -NO CITATION ISSUED)
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
23
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-903.11 (A;B;D) Inspector Comments: MUST STORE UTENSILS WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
44
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-101.19 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM GRILL TABLES,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,FLOOR MIXER,ALL STORAGE SHELVES, ROLLING CART,WALK IN COOLER -FAN GUAD COVERS AND SHELVING UNITS & COMPRESSOR UNIT.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 5-205.15 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 5-501.17 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM VENTILATION VENTS,CEILING TILES.WALLS AND LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT PREMISES
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER AND FLOOR DRAINS
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL HOLES IN WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA UNDER SHELVING UNI,REAR HALLWAY.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.16 Inspector Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE GRAFITTI FROM WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR 1 & 2- DOOR PREP COOLERS.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP IN CENTER OF FRONT DOUBLE DOORS AND IN LEFT CORNER OF REAR DOOR.MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
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Sep 18, 2019
Reinspection
4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION -NO CITATION ISSUED)
5
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIOIRTY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROMINSPECTION REPORT #2080221 ON 09/11/2019 NOT CORRECTED - STILL OBSERVING EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR BEER TAPS,REAR DISH WASHING AREA,EMPLOYEES LOCKER AREA,REAR HALLWAY,WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.ALSO.APPX.8-10 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND DINING AREA.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/18/19.(PRIORITY) 7-42-090.
59
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
23
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR 1 & 2- DOOR PREP COOLERS.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP IN CENTER OF FRONT DOUBLE DOORS AND IN LEFT CORNER OF REAR DOOR.MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
38
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-903.11 (A;B;D) Inspector Comments: MUST STORE UTENSILS WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION
44
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-101.19 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM GRILL TABLES,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,FLOOR MIXER,ALL STORAGE SHELVES, ROLLING CART,WALK IN COOLER -FAN GUAD COVERS AND SHELVING UNITS & COMPRESSOR UNIT.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 5-205.15 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 5-501.17 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER AND FLOOR DRAINS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM VENTILATION VENTS,CEILING TILES.WALLS AND LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL HOLES IN WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA UNDER SHELVING UNI,REAR HALLWAY.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.16 Inspector Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE GRAFITTI FROM WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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35
Sep 11, 2019
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 22 violations
No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT 2-SLICES OF PIZZA.FEMALE FOOD HANDLERS REACHED INTO OVEN WITH BARE HANDS AND GRABBED PIZZA TO PUT ON PAPER PLATE IN OTHER HAND.INSTRUCTED NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOODS.APPX.8OZ.$10.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-010)
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Proper cooling time and temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS COOKED FOODS BEING COOLED ON LARGE SHEET PANS STORED ON ROLLING CART IN FRONT & MIDDLE PREP AREAS WITHOUT WRITTEN LOGS FOR COOLING PROCESS AND FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES.50LBS. COOKED MACARONI- 73.4F,78.1F,78.8F,82.8F.20LBS. COOKED BREADED CHICKEN STRIPS- 78.1F,80.2F,81.9F,82.4F.20LBS. COOKED SKINLESS CHICKEN -87.8F-89.9F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST COOL FOODS FROM 135.0F-70.0F IN 2 HOURS AND 70.0F - 41.0F IN 4 HOURS.APPX.90LBS.$100.(COS) (PRIORITY 7-38-005)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION -NO CITATION ISSUED)
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
23
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR BEER TAPS,REAR DISH WASHING AREA,EMPLOYEES LOCKER AREA,REAR HALLWAY,WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.ALSO.APPX.4-5 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND DINING AREA.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/11/19.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
38
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR 1 & 2- DOOR PREP COOLERS.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP IN CENTER OF FRONT DOUBLE DOORS AND IN LEFT CORNER OF REAR DOOR.MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
38
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST STORE UTENSILS WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
44
Gloves used properly
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO GLOVES OR UTENSILS BEING USED TO HANDLE READY TO EAT FOODS BY FOOD HANDLER.UST USE GLOVES OR UTENSILS TO HANDLE READY TO EAT FOODS.
46
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM GRILL TABLES,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,FLOOR MIXER,ALL STORAGE SHELVES, ROLLING CART,WALK IN COOLER -FAN GUAD COVERS AND SHELVING UNITS & COMPRESSOR UNIT.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER AND FLOOR DRAINS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM VENTILATION VENTS,CEILING TILES.WALLS AND LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL HOLES IN WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA UNDER SHELVING UNI,REAR HALLWAY.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE GRAFITTI FROM WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 19, 2018
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed dirt and debris on the floors of facility in various areas: in the office/storage room, behind the front counter ovens, under the front counter beverage cooler, and along wall bases. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed the wall behind the three compartment sink, near the floor, to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed a leak at the drain pipe below the three compartment sink wash compartment. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
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Mar 1, 2018
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: Observed a black, mold-like substance on the interior portion of the ice machine used for human consumption. Instructed facility to remove all ice, clean and sanitize machine, and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed dirt and debris on the floors of facility in various areas: in the office/storage room, behind the front counter ovens, under the front counter beverage cooler, and along wall bases. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed the wall behind the three compartment sink, near the floor, to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed a leak at the drain pipe below the three compartment sink wash compartment. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
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Jun 8, 2017
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST AND DIRT BUILD UP ON WALL IN REAR PREP AREA AND ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK DRAING SLOW. MUST REPAIRED AND MAINTAINED.
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May 30, 2017
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE ONE DOOR PREP COOLER IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. GRILLED CHICKEN 48.3F, FRIED CHICKEN 51.4F BEEF SAUSAGES 46.5F, GROUND BEEF 47.6F, CHEDAR CHEESE 51.5F, BLUE CHEESES 51.7F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURATED ITEMS APPROXIMATELY 13LBS VALUE OF $31.75. CRITICAL VIOLATION 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: OBSERVED REAR SIDE RECEIVING DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF. DOOR HAS APPROXIMATELY 1/4 INCH OPENING ON BOTTOM DOOR. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED THREE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING PREVENTING LIS FROM CLOSING PROPERLY. ALSO OBSERVED GARBAGE AND TRASH ON GROUND SURROUNDING GARBAGE CONTAINERS. THIS IS HARBORAGE AND A FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE NOR CITY OFCHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SUCH AS PIZZA, SALADS ETC. INSTRUCTED TO OPERATE WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER AT ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1DOOR REAR PREP COOLER GASKET RIPPED IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR REPLACE DAMAGE DOOR RUBBER GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST AND DIRT BUILD UP ON WALL IN REAR PREP AREA AND ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK DRAING SLOW. MUST REPAIRED AND MAINTAINED.
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May 9, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED (ASSORTED PIZZAS ETC). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKETS AT DOOR OF SERVICE COOLER AT THE REAR PIZZA PREP COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKING PIPE AT THE U-JOINT OF THE REAR HAND WASH SINK AT THE PIZZA PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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Mar 18, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF ASSORTED PIZZAS AT THE DISPLAY COUNTER TO BE IMPROPER BETWEEN 67.2F TO 76F RESPECTIVELY. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 32 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $207.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CRITICAL CITATION #7-38-005(A)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED THORN RUBBER GASKETS AT DOOR OF SERVICE COOLER AT THE REAR PIZZA PREP COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKING PIPE AT THE U-JOINT OF THE REAR HAND WASH SINK AT THE PIZZA PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 29, 2015
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TIN FOIL ON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON REAR FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF DUST ON WALLS AND CEILING IN REAR PREP AREA AND ON VENTILATION COVERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH REAR EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 18, 2015
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED AIR TEMPERATURE INSIDE REACH-IN PREP COOLER AT 61.4F.COOLER WAS UNPLAGGED INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TEMPERATURE OF 40.0F OR BELOW. MANAGER PLAGGED COOLER AND AIR TEMPERATURE AT THE END OF INSPECTION WAS 36.7F. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING STORED INSIDE REACH-IN PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED BREADED CHICKEN AT 57.6F, BBQ CHICKEN 55.5F, CORNED BEEF 57.8F, PHILLY MIX AT 56.7, SAUSAGES AT 56.4F, FETA CHEESE 58.6F, GRATED PARMASAN CHEESE AT 51.8F, CHEDDAR CHEESE 54.3F, AND SHAVED PERMASAN CHEESE. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD ITEMS. APPROXIMATELY 27LBS VALUE $81.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CURRENT OR VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST OBTAIN CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE AND POSTED AND OPERATE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER AT ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS PIZZA, SALADS BROWNIES ETC. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012(A).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
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: DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND HEAVY REFRIGERATION UNITS IN REAR PREP AREA. REMOVE DIRT AND DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN WALL BEHIND DISHWASHING AREA REMOVE DIRT AND DEBRIS BUIL-UP.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS, RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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May 13, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS (DUST BUILDUP).
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS AND SECURE LOOSE LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Jan 22, 2014
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED A CONTAINER OF RAW CHICKEN WITH BUTTERMILK NEXT TO THE GRILL AT 58.6F AND A CONTAINER OF HARD BOILED EGGS IN THE SALAD BAR AT 51.8F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF BELOW 40F AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF ABOVE 140F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 50# OF CHICKEN WORTH $45.00 AND 6 HARDBOILED EGGS WORTH $1.00 CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (E.G. CHICKEN, BEEF, PORK ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ARE BEING HANDLED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL ALL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE WORN OUT CUTTING BOARD ON THE PIZZA LINE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN WALLS BEHIND THE PREB TABLE BY PIZZA OVEN. MUST DETAIL, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENTS IN REAR KITCHEN AREA.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE SCOOPS FOR BULK CONTAINERS (ICE) WITH HANDLES OUT OF THE FOOD.
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Jul 12, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 27, 2013
License
9 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: THE SOUTH ENTRY DOOR WAY TO FRONT FOOD PREP AREA MUST BE PROTECTED AGAINST PUBLIC CONTAMINATION MUST INSTALL A BARRIER OR SWING DOORS.
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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: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE INCLUDE ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTATIONS AS REQUIRED A MAP LOCATOR INDICATING ALL PEST CONTROL SERVICES PROVIDED TO THIS FOOD ESTABLISHMENT AND FRONT SET OF DOUBLE DOORS AND REAR EXIT DOOR MUST BE INSECT/RODENBT PROOFED ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: THE OUTSIDE REAR SIDE AREA MUST BE MAINTAINED AND FREE OF EXCESS BUILDING MATERIALS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLETELY REMOVE PLUMBERS PUTTY AROUND GASKETS IN ALL SINKS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT HOOD AREAS.
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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 MUST BE SELF CLOSING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE BENEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN A VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dimo's Pizza Six Corners last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dimo's Pizza Six Corners on file is from Nov 22, 2024. The public record contains 21 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dimo's Pizza Six Corners?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 14 times, more than any other issue at Dimo's Pizza Six Corners.

Has Dimo's Pizza Six Corners' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dimo's Pizza Six Corners have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Dimo's Pizza Six Corners means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Dimo's Pizza Six Corners inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dimo's Pizza Six Corners is inspected around two times per year on average.