Italian Fiesta Pizzeria

8058 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60620
Italian
Last inspected: Oct 16, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show 35 inspections at Italian Fiesta Pizzeria stretching back to 2010. The most recent visit was on Oct 16, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about six violations before that.

Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged 25 times.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

35
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 16, 2025
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: FOUND AN OPEN CAN OF ANCHOVIES IN WALK-IN COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM CAN AND PLACE IN A FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER AND LABEL CONTAINER. CORRECTED ON SITE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: A FLY STRIP WAS OBSERVED OVER THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STRIP AND PLACE IN CORNER AREA NEAR REAR DOOR OR OTHER AREA AND NOT ABOVE THE THREE COMP SINK. CORRECTED ON SITE.
38
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE FRYERS IN NEED OF CLEANING; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN VENTS.
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86
Jul 23, 2025
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Jun 16, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE GASKET ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE OF THE TWO DOOR COOLER IN THE COOKING AREA IS LOOSE IN THE MIDDLE AREA; INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL GASKET WHERE NEEDED.
47
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CONSTANT LEAKING FROM THE VALVE AT THE LEFT FAUCET OF THE THREE COMP SINK; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAIN AT THE THREE COMP SINK.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIGHT DUST ON THE VENTS IN THE FRONT COOKING AREA ABOVE THE FRYERS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN VENTS.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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78
Jul 17, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASE NEXT TO LOCKERS
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95
Jul 9, 2024
Complaint
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 25LBS. COOKED PASTA-57.2F.10LBS. ITALIAN BEEF-52.7F.1LB. COLE SLAW-57.9F.12LBS. LASAGNA-56.7F.4LBS. ITALIAN SAUSAGE-54.0F. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPX. 47LBS. $122.21 (PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
22
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER AT 52.0F IN REAR PREP AREA WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW. TECHNICIAN ARRIVED ON SITE AT 2:40 P.M. THE AIR TEMPERATURE IS NOW 36.5F.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
33
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND SINKS IN DISH WASHING AREA,MIDDLE AND REAR PREP AREAS.PAPER TOWELS WERE PROVIDED AT HAND SINKS DURING INSPECTION.MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
10
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED & DISCOLORED CHEMICAL TEST KIT NOT ABLE TO DETERMINE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SANITIZER SOLUTION PPM'S. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
48
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICES FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
3
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2592514 4/10/24 NOT CORRECTED #56-6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PIZZA OVENS.#58-2-102.13 : OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
60
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR PIZZA PREP COOLER.
36
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PIZZA BOARDS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND CLEAN CUTTING BOARDS STORED ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN DISH STORAGE RACKS MUST STORE UTENSILS PROPERLY.
43
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DBERIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,MICROWAVE SHELF,INSIDE OF REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZER.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE MISSING LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASE NEXT TO LOCKERS.
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39
Apr 10, 2024
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 : MUST LABEL SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND SHAKERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP INSIDE OF OVEN, FRYER CABINETS,WALK IN COOLER-CAN OPENER BLADE
49
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT AT HOODS OF PIZZA OVENS
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PIZZA OVENS.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
58
74
Mar 13, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS ON TOPSIDE & IN 3- DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLER SUCH AS 15LBS. SAUSAGE-49.5F-53.6F,7LBS. DICED CHICKEN-49.3F-51.8F.7LBS.GROUNDBEEF-46.4F.8LBS. TURKEY-45.3F.2LBS. PRE-COOKED DICED BELL PEPPERS-49.5F-64.4F.9LBS. PEPPERONI-53.6F.3LBS-ITALIAN SAUSAGE-49.6F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPX. 51LBS. $275.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)
22
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 3- DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLER AT 53.6F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW. ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL:CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
33
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICIES BY MALE FOOD HANDLER HE PLACED A BAG INSIDE OF GARBAGE CAN THEN MOVED IT PUT ON HIS APRON AND PLASTIC GLOVES GRABBED A HANDFUL OF CHEESE AND PLACED ON A PIZZA WITHOUT WASHING HIS HANDS.THE FEMALE ENPLOYEE HAD BEEN HANDLING MONEY AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER CAME TO REAR PREP AREA AND HANDLED FOOD WITHOUT WASHING HANDS AS WELL. INSTRUCTED MANGER TO HAVE THEM WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
8
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS READY TO EAT FOODS IN HOT HOLDING CABINET SUCH AS INDIVIDUAL BOXED SLICED VARIETY OF PIZZAS SUCH AS (SAUSAGE-120.0F,CHEESE -115.0F,PEPPERONI-120.9F,VEGETABLE-110.1F,CHICKEN-127.4)PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX. 3.5LBS.$60.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
21
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR PREP AREA HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE OBSERVED A SMALL FOIL PAN IN REAR PREP AREA HAND SINK BASIN. PAN WAS REMOVED DURING INSPECTION. MUST KEEP ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(COS)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT REAR PREP AREA HAND SINK SOAP WAS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
10
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PIZZA OVENS.
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 EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
58
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR 3- DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLER.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND SHAKERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Gloves used properly
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER USING GLOVES IMPROPERLY.
46
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLER,WORN & PITTED CUTTING BOARDS ON PIZZA TABLES.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP INSIDE OF OVEN, FRYER CABINETS,WALK IN COOLER-CAN OPENER BLADE.
49
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT AT HOODS OF PIZZA OVENS.
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29
Jul 21, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL BULK FLOUR AND ITALIAN SEASONING FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH THE COMMON NAME.
37
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET IN USE WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON THE HANDSINK IN THE HOT FOOD PREP AREA AND ON PREP COUNTERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN PROPER SANITIZING SOLUTION.
41
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD RESIDUE ON SHELVING IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND IN BETWEEN GASKETS ON THE PIZZA REACH IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO THOROUGHLY CLEAN PIZZA REACH-IN COOLER, GASKETS, AND WALK-IN COOLER SHELVING AND MAINTAIN.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD RESIDUE AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS IN THE DISHWASHING AREA UNDER SHELVING AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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82
Aug 26, 2022
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON PIZZA PREP COOLER AND 2- DOOR REACH IN FREEZER
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95
Aug 18, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 18 OR MORE LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND,ON WALLS & CEILINGS, PIZZA BOXES,CAN FOODS. APPX. 10-12 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS IN PREP & DISH WASHING AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/18/22.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
38
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LID MISSING ON DUMPSTER.MUST REPLACE LID ON DUMPSTER TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
54
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN PREP AREAS AND MEN'S TOILET ROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER FOR PIZZA PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
36
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON PIZZA PREP COOLER AND 2- DOOR REACH IN FREEZER.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,LOWER SHELF AT STEAM TABLE AND DUST BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS.
49
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PIZZA OVENS.
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS AT HOOD OF PIZZA OVENS.
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61
Oct 20, 2021
Complaint
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREP COOLER NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE 57.4F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR COOLER AND MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW. COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAM 60.1F AND CHICKEN 58.3F STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE IN PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
22
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP (KIT)ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS. MUST PROVIDE.
10
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEM STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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61
Mar 2, 2021
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, FRYERS, OVEN, STOVE, PREP TABLES, AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN NORTH WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
53
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WASTE RECEPTACLES AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
54
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW WOOD SURFACES, UNFINISHED WALL SURFACES AND MISSING OUTLET COVER ON WALL NEAR REAR DOOR IN NORTH PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST AND GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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74
Sep 9, 2020
Reinspection
14 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 5-205.15 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOUL SMELLING ODOR ON PREMISES IN DISH WASHING AREA AND BOTH TOILET ROOMS.IDENTIFY AND MAINTAIN.
51
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-301.14 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN TOILET ROOMS.
10
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-305.11 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE BUCKETS OF FOOD OFF OF FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND PLACE ON SHELVING UNITS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
39
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-304.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED OPEN TOE SHOES WORN BY MANAGER.MUST WEAR CLOSED TOE SHOES FOR PROTECTION.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 4- DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLER AND ADJUST DOORS TO STAY CLOSED ON SAME.DAMAGED SHELVING UNIT IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PREP TABLES,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,MOP SINK BASIN,HAND SINK BASIN IN DISH WASHING AREA,FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES,MICROWAVE SHELF,STEAM TABLE,WALK IN COOLER -FAN GUARD COVER & SHELVING UNITS.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND WALK IN COOLER.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WALK IN COOLER,DISH WASHING AREA.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASE IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM,LOOSE WINDOW TRIM NEAR FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN DISH WASHING AREA.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM ALONG WALL.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.16 Inspector Comments: MUST HANG MOPS AND MOP HEADS UP TO DRY.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN HANGING DRY SYSTEM ABOVE MOP SINK.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD AT COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MAIN KITCHEN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CURRENT FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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50
Sep 2, 2020
Complaint
1 major violation. 14 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 30 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES ON CEILING AND WALLS IN DISH WASHING AREA,PREP AREAS,MOP SINK AREA,REAR HALL WAY AREA.APPX. 6-8 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND PREMISES AND ON CEILING.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/2/20.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
38
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-301.14 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS ON TOILET ROOMS.
10
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST STORE BUCKETS OF FOOD OFF OF FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND PLACE ON SHELVING UNITS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
39
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OPEN TOE SHOES WORN BY MANAGER.MUST WEAR CLOSED TOE SHOES FOR PROTECTION.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 4- DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLER AND ADJUST DOORS TO STAY CLOSED ON SAME.DAMAGED SHELVING UNIT IN WALK IN COOLER.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PREP TABLES,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,MOP SINK BASIN,HAND SINK BASIN IN DISH WASHING AREA,FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES,MICROWAVE SHELF,STEAM TABLE,WALK IN COOLER -FAN GUARD COVER & SHELVING UNITS.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOUL SMELLING ODOR ON PREMISES IN DISH WASHING AREA AND BOTH TOILET ROOMS.IDENTIFY AND MAINTAIN.
51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 5-205.15 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.16 Inspector Comments: MUST HANG MOPS AND MOP HEADS UP TO DRY.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN HANGING DRY SYSTEM ABOVE MOP SINK.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASE IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM,LOOSE WINDOW TRIM NEAR FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN DISH WASHING AREA.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM ALONG WALL.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WALK IN COOLER,DISH WASHING AREA.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND WALK IN COOLER.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD AT COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MAIN KITCHEN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CURRENT FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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45
Jul 21, 2020
Reinspection
12 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-301.14 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND SINKS ON PREMISES.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN WALK IN COOLER.
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 4- DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLER AND ADJUST DOORS TO STAY CLOSED ON SAME.DAMAGED SHELVING UNIT IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PREP TABLES,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,MOP SINK BASIN,HAND SINK BASIN IN DISH WASHING AREA,FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES,MICROWAVE SHELF,STEAM TABLE,WALK IN COOLER -FAN GUARD COVER & SHELVING UNITS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 5-205.15 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.16 Inspector Comments: MUST HANG MOPS AND MOP HEADS UP TO DRY.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN HANGING DRY SYSTEM ABOVE MOP SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASE IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM,MISSING CEILING TILES IN MAIN PREP KITCHEN,LOOSE WINDOW TRIM NEAR FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN DISH WASHING AREA.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM ALONG WALL.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WALK IN COOLER,DISH WASHING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND WALK IN COOLER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD AT COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MAIN KITCHEN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CURRENT FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 14, 2020
Routine
2 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT TIGHT FITTING. OBSERVED A MISSING LID AND A DAMAGED LID BENT IN UPRIGHT POSITION LEAVING A APPX. "3-4" GAP.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DUMPSTER LIDS TO BE TIGHT FITTING AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP (KIT)ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND SINKS ON PREMISES.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN WALK IN COOLER.
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 4- DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLER AND ADJUST DOORS TO STAY CLOSED ON SAME.DAMAGED SHELVING UNIT IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PREP TABLES,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,MOP SINK BASIN,HAND SINK BASIN IN DISH WASHING AREA,FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES,MICROWAVE SHELF,STEAM TABLE,WALK IN COOLER -FAN GUARD COVER & SHELVING UNITS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASE IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM,MISSING CEILING TILES IN MAIN PREP KITCHEN,LOOSE WINDOW TRIM NEAR FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN DISH WASHING AREA.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM ALONG WALL.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WALK IN COOLER,DISH WASHING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST HANG MOPS AND MOP HEADS UP TO DRY.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN HANGING DRY SYSTEM ABOVE MOP SINK.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND WALK IN COOLER.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD AT COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MAIN KITCHEN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CURRENT FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: Stay at Home; Social Distancing Requirements; and Essential Businesses and Operations 15. Social Distancing, Face Covering, and PPE Requirements. OBSERVED NO DESIGNATED SIX-FOOT DISTANCES,TAPE,OR BY OTHER MEANS FOR CUSTOMERS IN LINE TO MAINTAIN DISTANCE.OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF CUSTOMERS IN LOBBY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 11, 2019
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 4, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2185121 DATED SEPTEMBER 26, 2018 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: -49. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, OVEN, STOVE, FRYERS, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS. -55. OBSERVED SVERAL HOLES IN WALLS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR. WALLS MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. -56. OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN HALLWAY NEAR OFFICE AND DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ALL MISSING AND DAMAGGED LIGHT SHIELDS. -58. OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER (CFM) ON SITE WHILE PREPARING/SERVING TCS FOODS (PIZZA, ITALIAN BEEF, ETC.). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CFM ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: FOUND TCS FOODS THAT HAVE BEEN PREPARED AND/OR REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND IS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS STORED INSIDE THE WALK/REACH IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL READY TO EAT AND TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NO CITATION ISSUED
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: FOUND MALE FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO BEARD RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS WITH BEARDS TO WEAR A BEARD RESTRAINTS. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND THE RUBBER GASKETS ON THE FRONT FOOD PREP COOLERS IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND THE FAUCET IN THE MEN'S TOILET ROOM DAMAGED AT THE BASE. INSTRUCTED TO FIX OR REPLACE FAUCET. MAINTAIN SAME.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: FOUND THE RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM WITHOUT A LID/COVER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LID/COVERED RECEPTACLE. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND DIRT/DUST AND FOOD PARTICLES ON THE CEILING TILES AND VENTS IN THE STORAGE, TOILET ROOMS AND FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS AND VENTS THROUGH OUT. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS ON SITE WITH EXPIRED CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET AND MAINTAIN THE FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60.
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Jul 26, 2018
Complaint
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF INFORMING EMPLOYEES THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012A
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK IN DISH WASHING AND FRONT PIZZA PREP AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030C
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PIZZA BOXES STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL PIZZA BOXES OFF FLOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, OVEN, STOVE, FRYERS, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SVERAL HOLES IN WALLS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR. WALLS MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN HALLWAY NEAR OFFICE AND DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ALL MISSING AND DAMAGGED LIGHT SHIELDS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: AOBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Aug 2, 2017
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF MICROWAVE, PREP TABLES, FRYERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS, ALONG UTILITY SINK, BEHIND OVENS, STORAGE RACKS, ETC. GROUT ALL LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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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, CEILING TILES, LIGHT SHIELDS, FILTERS AND EQUIPMENT INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD(DUST BUILDUP).
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK-IN COOLER AND DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS.
36
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL CANNED TOMATO PUREE OFF FLOOR NEAR REAR DOOR.
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78
Jan 31, 2017
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE DIRT STAINS ARE PRESENT. CLEAN AND/OR PAINT CEILING TILES AND METAL FRAMES HOLDING THE CEILING TILES IN PLACE WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN DUST AND DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.
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Jan 23, 2017
Complaint
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: WASHROOM DOOR NEAR DISH WASHING AREA MUST BE SELF CLOSING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE DIRT STAINS ARE PRESENT. CLEAN AND/OR PAINT CEILING TILES AND METAL FRAMES HOLDING THE CEILING TILES IN PLACE WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN DUST AND DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: GREASE DUMPSTER NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. HARDENED GREASE AND DEBRIS FOUND ALL OVER THE TOP OF THE LID. MUST CLEAN THE ENTIRE EXTERIOR OF THE RECEPTACLE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON PREMISES-MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT LONG ENOUGH TO EXTEND INTO FIRST COMPARTMENT WHICH IS USED TO EITHER WASH OR SANITIZE ALL MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT. SPRAYER WHICH EXTENDS ABOVE THIS COMPARTMENT IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY (SPRAYS ALL OVER THE AREA). MUST INSTALL A FAUCET THAT REACHES ALL 3 SECTIONS OF THIS SINK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD ITEMS PREPPED AND BAGGED UP WHICH ARE STORED FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS MUST BE LABELED.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PAINT RUSTY EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP. REPLACE ALL CUTTING BOARDS IN PIZZA PREP AREA THAT HAVE DEEP GROOVES IN THE SURFACES AND CANNOT BE EASILY CLEANED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA, AND CABINET INTERIORS OF DEEP FRYERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOORS ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS, IN STORAGE AND FOOD PREP AREAS WHERE DIRT AND DEBRIS ARE PRESENT.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LONG STEM METAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL STAFF COOKING AND PREPARING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS.
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61
Jan 29, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE GASKETS OF THE PIZZA PREP COOLER WITH ACCUMULATED FLOUR AND FOOD SPLASH. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL GASKETS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR UNDER THE PIZZA PREP COOLER AND UNDER THE THE FRYERS WITH ACCUMULATED FLOUR, GREASE AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT AND INSIDE OF RESTROOMS WITH ACCUMULATED DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL CEILING VENTS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE OR BUILT IN THE PIZZA PEP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A THERMOMETER FOR COOLERS AT ALL TIMES.
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82
Mar 5, 2015
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTD TO CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN. WALLS AND DOOR OF LADIES TOILET ROOM WITH WORN SURFACES. INSTD TO CLEAN AND PAINT SAME.
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Feb 25, 2015
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF, APPROX 1/2 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOOR. INSTD TO RODENT PROOF DOOR AND HAVE TIGHT FITTING. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: DOOR GASKETS OF PIZZA PREP COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, LOOSE, TORN. INSTD TO REPAIR/REPLACE SAME. RUSTY WIRE RACKS IN PREP COOLER. REMOVE RUST.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER CABINETS NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND TABLES AND WIRE RACKS NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: LIGHTSHIELDS THROUGH OUT AND ATTACHED PIPING OF COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN. WALLS AND DOOR OF LADIES TOILET ROOM WITH WORN SURFACES. INSTD TO CLEAN AND PAINT SAME.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR SAME.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA.
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70
Sep 22, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND OPEN BAG OF HOT PEPER SPICE.MUST PROVIDE LARGE CONTAINER WITH LID.MUST LABEL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS.MUST CLEAN INTERIOR AND DOORS OF COOLER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CORNER WALL IN POOR REPAIR,(LOOSE) AT PREP TABLE IN PIZZA PREP AREA LEADING TO REARMUST REPAIR.
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86
Apr 24, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DUSTY LIGHTSHIELD COVER IN CEILING IN DISH WASHING AREA AND WASHROOM.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND DIRTY MOP WATER IN BUCKET WITH MOP.MUST REMOVE WATER AFTER EACH USE AND PROPERLY STORE CLEANING EQUIPMENT.MOP UPRIGHT
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May 16, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER SHELVING IN WALK-IN COOLER NEED DETAIL CLEANING. MUST CLEAN.
34
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELD MISSING AT CEILING IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
36
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR IN DRIVERS AREA IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR.
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86
Dec 6, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 29, 2012
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: WALK-IN COOLER NOT HOLDING AT PROPER TEMPERATURE, AIR TEMP RECORDED AT 48.1F. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL PRODUCTS FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE AND TO HAVE UNIT SERVICED. HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT. CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL 7-38-005(A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: SAUSAGE-47.1F, HAMBURGER-47.1F, CHICKEN-48.9F- ALL PRODUCTS FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. THESE PRODUCTS MUST BE STORED AT 40 DEGREES OR BELOW. CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL 7-38-005(A).
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOTED MAY 24,2011 NOT CORRECTED:-32-PAINT RUSTY EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP.-33- CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIORS F DEEP FRYERS, SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, & STORAGE RACKS IN STORE ROOMS.-35-CLEAN AND/OR PAINT WALLS AND CEILINGS/CEILING TILES AND HEAT VENTS THROUGHOUT. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS AND CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN AND/OR PAINT WASHROOM DOOR.-38- REPAIR EXHAUST IN WASHROOM.CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS FOR NON COMPLIANCE WITH EXISTING VIOLATIONS-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: EXCESSIVE DUST BUILD-UP FROM COILS OF EVERY REFRIGERATION UNIT ON PREMISES, ALL STORAGE RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER,FILTERS AND HOODS ABOVE ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, LEGS AND WHEELS ON EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT, AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES THROUGHOUT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN ALL DOORS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE COVER FOR AND CLEAN OUT DEBRIS FROM FLOOR DRAIN NEXT TO GREASE TRAP IN REAR AND CLEAN OUT GREASE TRAP(FOUL ODOR NOTED).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REFRAIN FROM LEAVING DIRTY MOP WATER IN MOP BUCKETS AND HANG CLEAN MOPS UPRIGHT TO AIR DRY TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
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67
May 24, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PAINT RUSTY EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIORS F DEEP FRYERS, SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, & STORAGE RACKS IN STORE ROOMS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES AND IN CORNERS WHERE NEEDED.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND/OR PAINT WALLS AND CEILINGS/CEILING TILES AND HEAT VENTS THROUGHOUT. REPAIR HOLES IN WALL BY PIZZA DOUGH MACHINE AND WALL ON OTHER SIDE WHERE METAL MOLDING IS MISSING. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS AND CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN AND/OR PAINT WASHROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR EXHAUST IN WASHROOM.
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78
Sep 7, 2010
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE CAN OPENER ON PREP TABLE.
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95
Aug 19, 2010
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE CAN OPENER ON PREP TABLE.
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95
May 11, 2010
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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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.REACH IN COOLERS ,REACH IN FREEZERS,FAN COVER GUARDS IN THE REACH IN COOLERS,AND UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES NEED CLEANING.
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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.REAR WALLS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA NEED CLEANING.
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Jan 26, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FAN COVER GUARDS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.
32
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS NEXT TO UTILITY SINK NEED SOME CLEANING.
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE/INSTALL THERMOMETERS IN A CONSPICUOUS PLACE IN THE REACH-IN COOLER.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Italian Fiesta Pizzeria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Italian Fiesta Pizzeria on file is from Oct 16, 2025. The public record contains 35 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Italian Fiesta Pizzeria?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 25 times, more than any other issue at Italian Fiesta Pizzeria.

Has Italian Fiesta Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Italian Fiesta Pizzeria have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Italian Fiesta Pizzeria 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 Italian Fiesta Pizzeria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Italian Fiesta Pizzeria is inspected around two times per year on average.