Leona's Pizzeria
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2014
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Inspectors have visited Leona's Pizzeria 11 times, with records going back to 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 5, 2014. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Leona's Pizzeria dates to Mar 5, 2014.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Leona's Pizzeria is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Mar 5, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKET AT PIZZA PREP COOLER DOOR LOOSE; REPAIR/REPLACE GASKET AT UNIT TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR. UNIT HOLDING AT 38.0F AT THIS TIME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN BOTTOM INTERIOR OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE DUST FROM CEILING VENT IN DISHWASHING AREA, VENTILATION FAN IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM, AND WALL FAN IN DISHWASHING AREA. CLEAN WALL UNDER DISHMACHINE ON RIGHT SIDE TO REMOVE MOLDY BUILD UP, SEAL HOLE UNDER DISHMACHINE IN WALL TILE BETWEEN WALL AND FLOOR.
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Jul 3, 2013
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS AND THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE MOTOR HOUSING AT ALL REACH IN COOLERS ON SITE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR THE SLOW DRAIN AT THE 1ST WASHBOWL IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM.
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Jun 25, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: REACH IN PREP COOLER AT 44-52 DEGREES F. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COOLER AT 40 DEGREES F AND BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED
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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: NOTED EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 40 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON SITE RESTING ON WALLS,RESTING ON EQUIPMENT AND FLYING IN FRONT BAR AREA,IN DISHWASHING AREAS,IN REAR ABOVE MOP SINK,IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM,IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA AND IN DINING AREA. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS AND THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE MOTOR HOUSING AT ALL REACH IN COOLERS ON SITE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR TILES UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AND REMOVE POOLING WATER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR THE SLOW DRAIN AT THE 1ST WASHBOWL IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM.
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Feb 3, 2012
Routine
14 minor violations.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health. OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS CLEANING COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PREP TABLE WITH SOILED TOWEL, WIPING HANDS AND KNIFE ON SOILED TOWEL AND APRON, AND PREPARING FOOD AND SLICING ONIONS WITHOUT WASHING HANDS BETWEEN TASKS. HANDS MUST BE WASHED IN EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH SOAP, WARM WATER AND PROPERLY DRIED BETWEEN TASKS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010A CITATION ISSUED.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT ADEQUATELY SANITIZING EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS, CHEMICAL PPM O. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR DISH MACHINE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN WAIT STATION AREA.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. INVERT ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE AND CARRYOUT CONTAINERS AND UTENSILS TO PREVENT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, COMPRESSOR UNITS, HOLDING UNITS, POP MACHINE, JUICE MACHINE NOZZLES AND SPIGOTS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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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. SEAL OPENING AROUND PIPE FITTING UNDER EXPOSED SINK IN PREP AREA. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS IN DISHWASHING AREA (DUST BUILDUP).
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PIZZA PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: PROVIDE SEPARATE AREA FOR EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS OUTSIDE OF PREP AND WAIT STATION AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMP SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. REMOVE CLEAN UTENSILS AND SEASONINGS FROM CLEANING/UTILITY AREA.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees must wear garments that are clean and of washable character and nature.PROVIDE CLEAN APRONS FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. PROVIDE LONG HANDLE DISPENSING UTENSILS TO MINIMIZE BARE HAND CONTACT. STORE ICE SCOOP IN SEPARATE CONTAINER TO MINIMIZE BARE HAND CONTACT. STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Jul 8, 2011
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Observation Type: Out Correct By: Saturday, September 10, 2011 Violation Codes: 7-38-005 (B), 7-38-025 Inspector Comments: INVERT ALL MULTI USE ITEMS. (STORE ALL ITEMS UPSIDE DOWN)
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Jun 17, 2011
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: INVERT ALL MULTI USE ITEMS. (STORE ALL ITEMS UPSIDE DOWN)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE WORN GASKETS AT WALK IN FREEZER DOOR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,UNDER PREP TABLES AND SINKS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR TILES ALONG SERVICE LINE AND WHERE NEEDED. REMOVE ANY STANDING WATER IN BROKEN FLOORS TILES,UNDER DISH MACHINE AND THROUGHOUT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS UNDER DISH MACHINE AND WHERE NEEDED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAK UNDER REAR HAND SINK NEXT TO PIZZA OVEN.
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Jun 10, 2011
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ON SITE. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE ROACHES ON SITE IN CUSTOMER WASHROOM,INSIDE OPENING AROUND A PIPE ALONG WALL BEHIND SERVICE COOLER,UNDER LARGE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA,ON THE SIDE OF REACH IN COOLER IN BAR AREA,ON WALLS BEHIND SMALL OVEN ALONG COOKLINE AND UNDER REAR HAND SINK NEXT TO PIZZA PREP COOLER. MUST REMOVE INSECTS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: INVERT ALL MULTI USE ITEMS. (STORE ALL ITEMS UPSIDE DOWN)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE WORN GASKETS AT WALK IN FREEZER DOOR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,UNDER PREP TABLES AND SINKS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR TILES ALONG SERVICE LINE AND WHERE NEEDED. REMOVE ANY STANDING WATER IN BROKEN FLOORS TILES,UNDER DISH MACHINE AND THROUGHOUT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS UNDER DISH MACHINE AND WHERE NEEDED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAK UNDER REAR HAND SINK NEXT TO PIZZA OVEN.
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Jun 9, 2011
Consultation
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AN ICE BIN COVER FOR ICE BIN BEHIND BAR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS AND REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF MOP SINK.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN DISH WASHING AREA AND REMOVE STANDING WATER TO PREVENT INSECT HARBORAGE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS OVER REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 3 WORKING STOPPERS AT LARGE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN DRAIN AT MOP SINK AND REMOVE DIRT AND OTHER BUILD UP TO ALLOW WATER TO DRAIN PROPERLY.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SANITARY CONTAINER TO STORE ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL BEHIND BAR.
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Dec 30, 2010
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AN ICE BIN COVER FOR ICE BIN BEHIND BAR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS AND REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF MOP SINK.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT ALONG SERVICE LINE,BAR AREA AND PREP AREAS. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER STORAGE RACKS IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER FROM FLOORS IN DISH WASHING AREAS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN DISH WASHING AREA AND REMOVE STANDING WATER TO PREVENT INSECT HARBORAGE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS OVER REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 3 WORKING STOPPERS AT LARGE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN DRAIN AT MOP SINK AND REMOVE DIRT AND OTHER BUILD UP TO ALLOW WATER TO DRAIN PROPERLY.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SANITARY CONTAINER TO STORE ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL BEHIND BAR.
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Jun 9, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
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Mar 10, 2010
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. INVERT ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REPAIR BROKEN GASKETS ON WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR.
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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. REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ON SWCOND FLOOD STORAGE AREA AND WHEREEVER NEED.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ON SECOND FLOOR. DETAIL CLEAN ALL LIGHTSHIELDS THROUGHOUT.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Leona's Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Leona's Pizzeria on file is from Mar 5, 2014. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Leona's Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Leona's Pizzeria.
Has Leona's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Leona's Pizzeria have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Leona's 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.
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