Formento's Nonna's
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026
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Score
The health department has logged 22 inspections at Formento's Nonna's, the earliest from 2014. Formento's Nonna's was last inspected on Mar 18, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited nine times.
Formento's Nonna's scores about where you'd expect for a Chicago restaurant. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
22
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 18, 2026
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOPS IMPROPERLY STORED UNCOVERED AND ON TOP SURFACE OF ICE MACHINE. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY AND MAINTAIN
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: CLEAN MULTI USE EQUIPMENT STORED UNDERNEATH DRAINBOARD OF 2ND FLOOR WAREWASHING UNIT. INSTD TO STORE IN PROPER AREA TO PREVENT POSSIBILITY OF CONTAMINATION
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: STAINED CUTTING BOARD WITH DARK GROOVES AT SANDWICH PREP STATION. INSTD TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN CUTTING BOARDS
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: MISSING TRASH RECEPTACLES AT HANDWASH SINK IN 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR WAREWASHING AREAS AND 2ND FLOOR HANDWASH SINK IN PASTRY PREP AREA. A RECEPTACLE SHALL BE PROVIDED IN EACH AREA OF THE RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT or PREMISES WHER REFUSE IS GENERATED OR COMMONLY DISCARDED. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 16, 2025
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE BASEMENT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 CLEAN THE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE CEILING TILES AND WALLS OF THE DISH WASHING AREA BEHIND AND UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE A VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Sep 9, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2623157 ON 9/2/25 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - OBSERVED APPROX. 25 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS AND 1 LIVE HOUSE FLY ON THE WALLS, CEILING, PREP TABLES AND FLYING AROUND IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA, BEVERAGE SERVICE STATION, 1ST FLOOR BAR AND DINING AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE BASEMENT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 CLEAN THE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE CEILING TILES AND WALLS OF THE DISH WASHING AREA BEHIND AND UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11 REPLACE THE CEILING TILE WITH A HOLE IN IT ABOVE THE SPRAYER FOR THE DISH MACHINE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11 OBSERVED A MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE DISH WASHING AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE A VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Sep 2, 2025
Complaint
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROX. 15 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS AND 5 LIVE HOUSE FLIES ON THE WALLS, CEILING, PREP TABLES AND FLYING AROUND IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD ITEMS (STEAKS, RACK OF LAMB, ETC.) THAT ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE DINNER MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO ASTERISK ALL FOOD ITEMS WHICH CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO THE REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE OF THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER MISSING A LID. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS MUST HAVE TIGHT FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE A VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE BASEMENT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE CEILING TILE WITH A HOLE IN IT ABOVE THE SPRAYER FOR THE DISH MACHINE.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE CEILING TILES AND WALLS OF THE DISH WASHING AREA BEHIND AND UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE DISH WASHING AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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May 21, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN HANDSINK HANDLE AT EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON THE FAN IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE COOKING AREA, AND CEILING AND WALL VENTS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FANS, LIGHT SHIELDS, AND CEILING/WALL VENTS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENTS.
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May 15, 2023
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.13 OBSERVED A PEST CONTROL LIGHT DEVICE INSTALLED ON THE WALL DIRECTLY OVER CLEAN DISH STORAGE IN THE BASEMENT DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO RELOCATE PEST DEVICE SO THAT IT IS NOT DIRECTLY LOCATED OVER CLEAN EQUIPMENT, DISHES, ETC.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-202.16 OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED TO STORE FOOD OFF THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. MUST REMOVE FROM PREMISES AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS FREE OF UNNECESSARY CREVICES AND DESIGNED/CONSTRUCTED TO BE EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED THE COLD APPETIZER AREA HANDWASHING SINK LEAKING FROM THE FAUCET. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 6-202.14 OBSERVED THE BASEMENT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR NOT SELF-CLOSING. MUST INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON THE DOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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May 8, 2023
Complaint
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 2/3/2023 REPORT #2570725 NOT CORRECTED: VIOLATION #55 (6-501.11) FOUND MULTIPLE MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE 2ND-FLOOR PASTRY PREP KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE ALL MISSING CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN THEM. VIOLATION #58 (2-102.13) OBSERVED A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE. MUST CORRECT PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A PEST CONTROL LIGHT DEVICE INSTALLED ON THE WALL DIRECTLY OVER CLEAN DISH STORAGE IN THE BASEMENT DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO RELOCATE PEST DEVICE SO THAT IT IS NOT DIRECTLY LOCATED OVER CLEAN EQUIPMENT, DISHES, ETC.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED TO STORE FOOD OFF THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. MUST REMOVE FROM PREMISES AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS FREE OF UNNECESSARY CREVICES AND DESIGNED/CONSTRUCTED TO BE EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COLD APPETIZER AREA HANDWASHING SINK LEAKING FROM THE FAUCET. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE BASEMENT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR NOT SELF-CLOSING. MUST INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON THE DOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 3, 2023
Complaint
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND COLD TCS FOOD AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES INSIDE A PREP COOLER IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. FOUND A LARGE CONTAINER OF COOKED POTATOES TIGHTLY WRAPPED AT 50F-52F. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL COLD-HOLDING TCS FOODS AT OR BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD DISCARDED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SOAP AT THE AR HANDWASHING SINK WHILE THE BARTENDER WAS PREPARING DRINKS. ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AT ALL TIMES. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030-(C). SOAP PROVIDED AT SINK.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND PAPER TOWELS AT THE BAR HANDWASHING SINK WHILE THE BARTENDER WAS PREPARING DRINKS. ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH A HAND DRYING PROVISION AT ALL TIMES; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CONSOLIDATED WITH THE OVE CITATION. PAPER TOWELS ARE PROVIDED AT SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND MULTIPLE MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE 2ND-FLOOR PASTRY PREP KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE ALL MISSING CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN THEM.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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Apr 19, 2022
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 11, 2022
Complaint
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION ON 8/26/2020, REPORT #2386518. INSTRUCTED TO POST RECENT SUMMARY REPORT VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE VERIFICATION FOR EACH EMPLOYEE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: NO DISCLOSURE ON FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE SERVED RAW/UNDERCOOKED. MUST PROVIDE AN ASTERISK. ALSO NO DISCLOSURE STATEMENT PROVIDED. MUST PROVIDE DISCLOSURE STATING, "THESE FOOD ITEMS ARE COOKED TO ORDER." PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME (BAKING INGREDIENTS).
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WITH DARK YELLOW STAINS AND DEEP GROOVES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NUMEROUS LIGHTS THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT NOT WORKING AT VENTILATION HOOD. MUST REPLACE WITH WORKING LIGHT BULBS.
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Aug 26, 2020
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAIN BY THE DISHMACHINE IN THE BASEMENT AND DRAINS AT THE SINKS ON THE SECOND FLOOR.
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Dec 13, 2019
Reinspection
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.DOCUMENT PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VARIOUS READY TO EAT,TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS, HOUSE DRESSINGS, MEATBALLS, BATTERED CHICKEN, DELI MEATS,MARINARA, ETC PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE LABELS NOT TO EXCEED 7 DAYS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER STATEMENT INCLUDING ASTERISKING FOR ANY RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOOD ITEMS IN MENU. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER FAUCET NECK IN DISREPAIR ON EXPOSED HANDSINK NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST AND DIRT ACCUMULATION ON VENTS ABOVE COFFEE PREP AREA ON FIRST FLOOR AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT PREP AREA ABOVE ALL PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN COMPLETION TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Dec 11, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND-SINK LOCATED IN WAREWASHING ( ACROSS FROM HT DISHMACHINE) AREA ON 2ND FLOOR WITHOUT HOT RUNNING WATER DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 46.9F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT @ LEAST 100F AND MAINTAIN FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (SLICED TOMATO, COOKED MEATBALL AND CHICKEN SANDWICHES AND SOUPS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT LEAST ONE PERSON WITH VALID ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.DOCUMENT PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VARIOUS READY TO EAT,TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS, HOUSE DRESSINGS, MEATBALLS, BATTERED CHICKEN, DELI MEATS,MARINARA, ETC PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE LABELS NOT TO EXCEED 7 DAYS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER STATEMENT INCLUDING ASTERISKING FOR ANY RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOOD ITEMS IN MENU. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER FAUCET NECK IN DISREPAIR ON EXPOSED HANDSINK NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST AND DIRT ACCUMULATION ON VENTS ABOVE COFFEE PREP AREA ON FIRST FLOOR AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT PREP AREA ABOVE ALL PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN COMPLETION TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Jan 11, 2018
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER, AND DRY STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT. ALSO, CLEAN WATER FROM FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE.
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Jan 4, 2018
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A PINK SLIME LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR PANELS OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA, SUBSTANCE LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USING MACHINE UNTIL SERVICED, CLEANED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE ALL CUTTING BOARDS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA, BLACK STAINS AND GROOVES PRESENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER, AND DRY STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT. ALSO, CLEAN WATER FROM FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT UNDER HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Aug 31, 2017
Routine
9 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL REPACKAGED DESSERTS WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT PLATES & COVER SILVERWARE ON DINING AREA TABLES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM VEGETABLE ,PASTRY & MEAT WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,FAN GUARD COVERS,FRYER CABINETS,COUNTER TOP AND CABINET IN WAIT STATION AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND DIRT FROM FLOOR IN PASTRY PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER AND IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRI AND DUST FROM UPPER CEILING IN BASEMENT, WALLS IN PASTRY WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPLACE MISSSING FILTER AT HOOD IN 2ND FL. PREP AREA
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT AND MISSING LIGHTS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR UNDER STAIR CASE IN BASEMENT.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR NEW EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 5, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDER ISSUED, DATED 02/03/2016, REPORT #1653212, VIOLATION LISTED BELOW: 45 NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE, SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-42-090
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR WALK-IN COOLER, BROKEN FLOOR SURFACE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELD MISSING ON LIGHT ABOVE GRILL STATION IN PREP AREA, MUST PROVIDE SHIELD,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER DOWN STAIR WELLS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE STORAGE SHELVES TO BETTER MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AND REMOVE CLUTTER,
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Feb 3, 2016
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENTILATION IN BASEMENT CUSTOMER TOILET ROOMS IN POOR REPAIR. PROVIDE VENTILATION.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER RECORDS/LOGS.
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Jan 26, 2016
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IN BASEMENT DISHWASHING AREA, CURRENTLY IN USE, IN POOR REPAIR. FINAL RINSE AT 160F. UNIT TAGGED AT THIS TIME AND INSTD NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND REINSPECTED BY CDPH. INSTD TO UTILIZE 4-COMPARTMENT OR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE EQUIPMENT. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL.
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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: LIVE SMALL FLIES (OVER 40) NOTED ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN DISHWASHING AREA, BASEMENT PREP AREA AND 1ST FLOOR BAR AREA. INSTD TO ELIMINATE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: SUMMARY REPORT NOT DISPLAYED NOR VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS. INSTD TO HAVE VISIBLE AND DISPLAYED AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010B SERIOUS
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF SMALL COOLER AT 1ST FLOOR WAIT STATION, NOT CLEAN, MILK SPILLS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES FOR 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE LIGHTING FOR 1ST FLOOR WOMENS TOILET ROOM. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT 1ST FLOOR BAR EXPOSED HANDSINK. REPAIR SAME. VENTILATION IN BASEMENT CUSTOMER TOILET ROOMS IN POOR REPAIR. PROVIDE VENTILATION.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER RECORDS/LOGS.
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Jun 16, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place
Inspector notes: FOUND CLAMS AND OYSTERS IN WALK-IN COOLER IN CONTAINERS WITHOUT TAGS. ALL SHELLFISH MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED OR TAGGED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(B-2)
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MGR. WITH PROOF OF CERTIFICATION(CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED IN A VISIBLE AREA TO CUSTOMERS) AT START OF INVESTIGATION . SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012(A).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN SHELVES UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES IN 2ND FLOOR BAKERY PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL ALL LARGE HOLS IN BRICK WALLS THROUGHOUT. PAINT OR REPLACE ALL HEAVILY STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. CLEAN WATER STAINED LIGHT SHIELD(S) AND CLEAN DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS WHERE PRESENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE POP OFF FLOOR UNDERNEATH STORAGE RACKS ON LANDING BETWEEN THE BASEMENT AND FIRST FLOOR. ELIMINATE ALL CLUTTER FROM STORAGE CLOSETS, AREA UNDERNEATH STAIRS IN THE BASEMENT, AND BEHIND SMALL DEEP FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT(ALL ARTICLES AND STOCK MUST BE PROPERLY STORED EKEVATED 6 INCHRS OFF THE FLLOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IF SPACE PERMITS LEAVING ALL AREAS ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND SRVICING BY PEST CONTROL COMPANY.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL EMPLOYEES REGARDLESS OF TITLE THAT HANDLE OPEN FOODS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Jan 12, 2015
License
1 minor violation.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS AND OTHER CLUTTER THROUGHOUT PREMISES. PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVING RACKS WHERE NEEDED.
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Dec 11, 2014
License
4 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL EXPOSED BRICK THROUGHOUT. MUST FINISH PAINTING WALLS AS NEEDED THROUGHOUT. WALLS MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION IN BASEMENT WASHROOM AND IN EMPLOYEE DRESSING ROOM WHERE MISSING. ALSO FINISH INSTALLING THE PROPER VENTILATION ABOVE THE BASEMENT HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. PROPERLY EXTEND THE WASTE LINE AT THE 2ND FLOOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO PREVENT SPILLS. ALL REQUIRED EQUIPMENT MUST BE UNDER THE PROPER VENTILATION.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS AND OTHER CLUTTER THROUGHOUT PREMISES. PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVING RACKS WHERE NEEDED.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Formento's Nonna's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Formento's Nonna's on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Formento's Nonna's?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Formento's Nonna's.
Has Formento's Nonna's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Formento's Nonna's have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Formento's Nonna's means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Formento's Nonna's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Formento's Nonna's is inspected around two times per year on average.
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