Leona's Pizzeria
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2014
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Going back to 2010, Leona's Pizzeria has 12 inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 25, 2014. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at Leona's Pizzeria since Mar 25, 2014, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
Across the inspection history, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded nine times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Leona's Pizzeria on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Mar 25, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR DRAIN NOT CLEAN UNDER 3-COMP SINK IN DISH WASING ROOM OF OLD FOOD,ETC.MST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.ALSO FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF GREASE IN CLEANING SUPPLY CLOSET.MUST CLEAN
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKY FAUCET AT 1-COMP SINK IN PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR.
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Nov 19, 2013
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER SECOND FLOOR SODA DISPENSER UNIT AND EQUIPMENT IN FIRST FLOOR BEVERAGE AREA. REMOVE EXCESS WATER OFF FLOOR IN PREP AREA. REPAIR FLOOR NEAR OVEN. FLOOR MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL HOLE IN LOWER WALLS IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN WALK-IN COOLER AND DISH WASHING AREA. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR LEAK BEHIND SALAD PREP COOLER.
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Nov 12, 2013
Complaint
5 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: OBSERVED LIVE ROACH ACTIVITY UNDER OVEN AND SALAD PREP COOLER IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER SECOND FLOOR SODA DISPENSER UNIT AND EQUIPMENT IN FIRST FLOOR BEVERAGE AREA (DEAD ROACHES). REMOVE EXCESS WATER OFF FLOOR IN PREP AREA. REPAIR FLOOR NEAR OVEN. FLOOR MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN KITCHEN. SEAL HOLE IN LOWER WALLS IN DISH WASHING AREA. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN CEILING IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN WALK-IN COOLER AND DISH WASHING AREA. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Mar 27, 2013
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR HOT HOLDING UNIT REAR, BEHIND SODA MACHINE WAIT STATION, CLEAN AND SANITIZE CUTTING BOARD.ALSOCLEAN INTERIOR OF FRONT BOX FREEZER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND REAR PREP TABLE.
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Jul 23, 2012
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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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.RUSTY FREEZER STORAGE RECKS REMOVE RUST FROM REPORT 1150430 6/4/12.
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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 BAR COOLER FAN GUARD COVER
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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.CLEAN FLOOR IN PIZZA OVEN.
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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.CLEAN WALL AROUND DISH MACHINE AND WALL DISPENSORS.
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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.CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD OVER PIZZA OVEN.
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Jun 4, 2012
Routine
5 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. OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS SPOONS, FORKS INSTRUCTED TO INVERT(UPSIDE DOWN HANDLE UP).
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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.RUSTY FREEZER STORAGE RACKS.
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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 BAR COOLER FANGUARD COVER.
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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.CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE PIZZA OVEN.
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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. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD OVER PIZZA OVEN.
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Nov 28, 2011
Suspected Food Poisoning
4 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 and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIPOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS, COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS.
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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. REMOVE EXCESS WATER OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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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. REPAIR CEILING NEAR VENTILATION HOOD (PEELING PAINT). SEAL ALL LOOSE TILES IN ALL AREAS, AROUND UTILITY SINK, BASEBOARDS, ETC.
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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 SHIELDS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD.
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Mar 16, 2011
Reinspection
3 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 and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF EXPOSED SINK NEAR SALAD PREP COOLER, FRYERS, STEAM TABLES, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BEVERAGE MACHINE NOZZLES AND SPIGOTS, DUCT EQUIPMENT AND LEDGES IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA
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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, STORAGE AND DISH WASHING AREAS (FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS, ETC).
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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 OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN DISH WASHING AREA, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS AND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA.
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Mar 9, 2011
Routine
5 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AND BOTTOM SHELF OF TABLE IN 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREA, 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON DUCT EQUIPMENT, IN NORTHEAST CORNER IN REAR 2ND FLOOR STORAGE, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE COMPARTMENT NEAR OUTLET, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON BASES IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA (SOUTHEAST), 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR AND WOODEN LEDGES IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE (SOUTHWEST). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H71902 COURT DATE 4-21-11 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107.
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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. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF EXPOSED SINK NEAR SALAD PREP COOLER, FRYERS, STEAM TABLES, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BEVERAGE MACHINE NOZZLES AND SPIGOTS, DUCT EQUIPMENT AND LEDGES IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA
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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. ELEVATE ALL STOCK 6" OFF FLOOR IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND DISH WASHING AREAS (FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS, ETC).
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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 OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN DISH WASHING AREA, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS AND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Jun 28, 2010
Reinspection
3 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 and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOLDING UNITS, SINKS, COOLERS, FREEZERS.
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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 ALL AREAS. CLEAN SYRUP SPILLS IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE. GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN ALL 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 ALL OPENINGS ALONG TILES IN DINING AREA, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS AND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN ALL AREAS.
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Jun 21, 2010
Complaint
4 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED LARGE ROACH CRAWLING UNDER SHELF IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H64452 COURT DATE 7-29-10 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107.
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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 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOLDING UNITS, SINKS, COOLERS, FREEZERS.
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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 ALL 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 ALL OPENINGS ALONG TILES IN DINING AREA, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS AND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN ALL AREAS.
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Jan 28, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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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. REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON SALAD PREP COOLER.
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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 INTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS
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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 MISSING OUTLET COVERS IN OFFICE AND DINING AREA.
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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 25, 2014. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Leona's Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Leona's Pizzeria.
Has Leona's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Leona's Pizzeria have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent 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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