Petes Pizza No 2

5847 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60634

Pizza

Last inspected: Mar 15, 2013

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Petes Pizza No 2, the earliest from 2010. The most recent visit was on Mar 15, 2013. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at Petes Pizza No 2 since Mar 15, 2013, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.

“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Petes Pizza No 2 on the weaker side. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 15, 2013

Routine

5 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: Rear kitchen shelving that had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: Floors in kitchen prep areas, rear storage areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), missing/damaged floor tiles in dining area shall be repaired/replaced.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: Missing ceiling tiles in front kitchen area, dining areas shall be provided, walls that had exposed raw wood/exposed plaster shall be repaired/sealed. Missing cove moulding in kitchen areas, dining areas shall be provided.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) in bathrooms in state of disrepair not working, must replaced/provide exhaust fans to bathrooms. Missing exhaust vent guards in dining areas shall be provided.

Jun 20, 2011

Routine

9 minor violations.

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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector notes: Foods inside walk-in cooler not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original container.

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: Dry goods storage shelves not maintained. Instructed to detail clean and repaint shelves, including shelves in adjacent storage room.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: Storage shelves in coolers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: Floor through-out premises not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean floor in oven unit and behind and under cooking equipment. storage room and under three compartment sink.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: Ceiling, ventilation covers and light covers not cleaned or maintained. Instructed to detail clean clean ventilation covers and ceiling of dust build-up and detail clean or replace light covers.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided inside pizza prep cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer visible inside all coolers.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in adjacent storage room. Instructed to detail clean and elevate supplies 6 icnhes or higher and away from wall.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in a sanitize holder or container.

Jan 22, 2010

Complaint

4 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. NECK FAUCET UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN;EXTERIOR SODA COOLER,EXTERIOR ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN,MUST DETAIL CLEAN

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. INGREDIENTS CONTAINERS UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN

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. FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND PIZZA OVEN AND COOLERS MUST DETAIL CLEAN

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. WALLS ,ATTACHED PIPES ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Petes Pizza No 2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Petes Pizza No 2 on file is from Mar 15, 2013. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Petes Pizza No 2?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Petes Pizza No 2.

Has Petes Pizza No 2's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Petes Pizza No 2 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Petes Pizza No 2 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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