Laura's Pizza and Pasta

1546 W 35Th St, Chicago, IL 60609

Italian

Last inspected: Jun 4, 2021

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Laura's Pizza and Pasta has four inspections on file, the first dated 2019. The latest inspection on file is from Jun 4, 2021. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. Note that Laura's Pizza and Pasta's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jun 4, 2021; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 10 violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

“Management, food employee and conditional employee” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Laura's Pizza and Pasta on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 4, 2021

Routine

2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA AT 51.6F. WITH TCS FODS STORED INSIDE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL A LETTER TO CDPH INFO GIVEN. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 3- GALLONS MEAT SAUCE AT 56.5F,3- GALLONS PASTA SAUCE AT 54.9F INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER IN LARGE POTS.23LBS. RAW STEAK 48.9F-52.7F,3LBS. BREADED MOZARELLA STICKS 48.2F,2LBS. COOKED GROUND BEEF 50.9F,15LBS. COOKED LASAGNA 47.7F-48.2F,3LBS. COOKED EGG PLANT 51.9F,2LBS. RAW SLIED CHICKEN 51.6F,5LBS COOKED MEAT BALLS 51.3F-53.4F,5LBS. COOKED POT ROAST 50.0F,8LBS. BREADED ZUCCHINI 50.1F,3LBS. COOKED POTATO 51.4F-52.7F,5LBS. SAUSAGES 51.4F-53.1F,10LBS. PANCAKE BATTER 54.0F-55.4F,1LB. FRENCH TOAST BATTER 55.2F,1LB. DICED HAM 49.7F,16 DOZEN RAW SHELLED EGGS 53.8F-55.1F.30LBS. RICOTTA CHEESE 51.1F-51.8F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)APPX.132LBS. 6- GALLONS.$5,000.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELF AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM REACH IN COOLERS,FRYER CABINETS,GRILL TABLES.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES AND OUTLET COVER AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.

Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER FOOD ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON MENU OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDER COOKED FOODS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIROITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR PIZZA HOT HOLDING UNIT AND 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.

Food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRY DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.

Aug 26, 2019

Complaint

No violations found.

100

May 2, 2019

Reinspection

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.

All food employees have food handler training

Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING.

Apr 30, 2019

License

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: NO EXPOSED HAND SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND HAND TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).

All food employees have food handler training

Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Laura's Pizza and Pasta last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Laura's Pizza and Pasta on file is from Jun 4, 2021. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Laura's Pizza and Pasta?

Across the inspection record, “management, food employee and conditional employee” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Laura's Pizza and Pasta.

Has Laura's Pizza and Pasta's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Laura's Pizza and Pasta have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Laura's Pizza and Pasta means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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