Papa John's Pizza
Last inspected: Sep 28, 2016
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Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Papa John's Pizza, the earliest from 2012. The most recent visit was on Sep 28, 2016. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The file hasn't been updated since Sep 28, 2016, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, which has been cited three times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Papa John's Pizza on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Sep 28, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN THE FRONT STORAGE CLOSET AND IN THE 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: DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN THE PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE WASHROOM DOOR.
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Apr 27, 2015
Complaint
No violations found.
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Jan 29, 2015
Reinspection
8 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: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 40 RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN FRONT STORAGE CLOSET IN BETWEEN AND ON ARTICLES.ALSO FRONT AND REAR DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/28/15.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES IN PREP AREA AND SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS IN PREP AREA NEXT TO 4- DOOR PREP COOLER,LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASES AT MOP SINK AND BROKEN WALL TRIM ABOVE 3- COMP SINK.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR PIZZA HOT HOLDING UNIT AND SMALL REFRIGERATOR
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE OR REMOVE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN FRONT STORAGE CLOSET
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.MUST ENROLL.
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Jan 28, 2015
License
10 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 4- DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLER AT 46.4F WITH PRECOOKED FOODS STORED INSIDE FOR SALE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240.NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 40.0F OR BELOW.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF PRE-COOKED FOODS STORED INSIDE OF ABOVE MENTIONED COOLER SUCH AS ITALIAN SAUSAGE 44.1-44.6F,BEEF SAUSAGE 44.4F-46.7F,PORK SAUSAGE 44.4F-45.4F,CHICKEN NUGGETS45.9F-46.7F,CHICKEN WINGS 44.1F-44.2F,CANADIAN BACON 44.5F-45.9F,CHICKEN STRIPS 45.4F-45.2F,DICED TOMATOES 45.0F.PIZZA 131.4F-134.2F IN PIZZA HOT HOLDING UNIT.NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED AND DENATURED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW,HOT FOODS AT 140.0F OR ABOVE.APPX-64LBS.$236.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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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 EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 40 RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN FRONT STORAGE CLOSET IN BETWEEN AND ON ARTICLES.ALSO FRONT AND REAR DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/28/15.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
18
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES IN PREP AREA AND SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP AREA.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS IN PREP AREA NEXT TO 4- DOOR PREP COOLER,LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASES AT MOP SINK AND BROKEN WALL TRIM ABOVE 3- COMP SINK.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN WALK IN COOLER.
36
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR PIZZA HOT HOLDING UNIT AND SMALL REFRIGERATOR.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE OR REMOVE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN FRONT STORAGE CLOSET
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.MUST ENROLL.
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Jul 9, 2013
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 (PIZZA, CHICKEN)
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN LOBBY STORAGE CLOSET.
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Jun 22, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 20, 2012
License
5 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: MUST EXTEND FRONT COUNTER TO PROTECT FOOD PREP AREA FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION FROM THE PUBLIC. MUST PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS FROM ENTERING THE PREP AREA.
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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 FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR AND REAR DOOR LEADING TO OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT RODENT PROOF. MUST REPAIR DOORS AND MAKE COMPLETELY INSECT AND RODENT PROOF.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: PREMISES HAS 10 EMPLOYEES. MUST INSTALL A SEPARATE WASHROOM TO ACCOMODATE ALL EMPLOYEES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILATION OR A WINDOW OPEN TO THE AIR IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS THROUGHOUT REAR HALLWAYS AND COMMON AREAS.
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Jun 15, 2012
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Papa John's Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Papa John's Pizza on file is from Sep 28, 2016. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Papa John's Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Papa John's Pizza.
Has Papa John's Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Papa John's Pizza have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Papa John's Pizza 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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