Pizano
Last inspected: Jun 18, 2014
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Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Pizano, the earliest from 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 18, 2014. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Note that Pizano's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jun 18, 2014; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, showing up eight times.
The city-wide average is 81, putting Pizano squarely in typical territory. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 18, 2014
Suspected Food Poisoning
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND 2LBS OF FRESH CHOPPED GARLIC COVERED WITH OIL AT 54.3F SITTING IN A CONTAINER ON TOP OF ICE, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP SUCH ITEM STORED AT 40F OR LOWER. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005(A). FOOD DISCARDED VALUED AT $10.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, FOUND RAW BEEF STORED ABOVE DELI MEAT, TORTILLA BREAD, SALAD ITEMS, INSTRUCTED MGR TO STORE FOOD ACCORDING TO HEALTH CODE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005(A)
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR ALONG WALLBASE UNDER 3-COMP SINK NOT CELAN, FOOD AND DIRT BUILD-UP, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ASLO GREASE AND DIRT FOUND BEHIND COOKING LINE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DAMAGED SECTION OF CEILING AND WALL IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM,RUSTY SHELVES, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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May 29, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION, FOUND 20 LBS OF MEAT AND MARINARA PIZZA SAUCE IN STEAM TABLE AT TEMPERATURE RANGING BETWEEN 51.5F-102.3F. INSTRUCTED MGR TO HOLD ALL HOT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 140F OR HIGHER, FOOD ITEMS DISCARDED VALUED AT $10 , CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A)
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOAM AND PLASTIC DISPOSAL CUPS, CARDBOARD BOXES USED AS SCOOPS AND DIRECT FOOD CONTACT SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD CONTACT SURFACE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO SANITIZER TEST STRIPS FOR BOTH DISH WASHING MACHINES, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND TEST MACHINES DAILY.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALL BAR ICE BINS MISSING COVERS, INSTRUCTED TO NINSTALL.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR ALONG WALLBASE UNDER 3-COMP SINK NOT CELAN, FOOD AND DIRT BUILD-UP, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DAMAGED SECTION OF CEILING AND WALL IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM,RUSTY SHELVES, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 8, 2013
Complaint
No violations found.
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May 30, 2013
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: DURING INSPECTION FOUND TWO PORCELAIN BOWLS WITH APPROXIMATELY 3LBS OF COOKED ITALIAN SAUSAGES AT 80.2F AND 78.2F SITTING ON TOP OF THE COLD HOLDING UNIT NEXT TO DEEP STAINLESS STEEL ROUND COUNTINER HOLDING 3LBS OF MEATBALLS AT 50.2F AND 5LBS TOMATO MEATSAUCE AT 51.3F. ALL PRODUCT WAS VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. UNIT WAS MAINTAINING AT TEMPERATURE OF 40F. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES MUST BE 40F.CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED. APPROXIMATE VALUE $40.00 DOLLARS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE GLASSWARE RUBBER CURTAIN AT THE BAR DISHMACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES AT THE DISH MACHINE AREA AS WELL AS AT THE BASEMENT BAR FLOOR NEXT TO THE BEER COOLER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD SPLASHES AT WALL BY THE DISH MACHINE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAKY EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR LEAKY PIPE UNDER THE 1COMP COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED NEXT TO THE DISH MACHINE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR EXHAUST VENT IN THE 1ST FLOOR HANDICAPPED RESTROOM.
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May 16, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES/STAINS IN PREP AREA ON 1ST FLOOR.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST RE-ATTACH OR REPLACE LOOSE RUBBER GASKET ON PREP COOLER (DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF COOKING EQUIPMENT) IN PREP AREA ON 1ST FL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERS TO THE ICE BINS IN THE BAR AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SHIELDS TO THE LIGHTS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREA ON 1ST FL.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST STORE ICE SCOOPS IN A SANITIZED CONTAINER OR WITH HANDLES UP NOT TOUCHING THEE ICE IN BAR AREA.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE UNUSED WASH CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Jan 25, 2012
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: FOUND WOMEN/MEN'S WASH BOWLS WITHOUT HOT WATER (50.5F/80.6F) IN BASEMENT TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. CITATION #70230-14 ISSUED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL ALL BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS IN PREP/STORAGE AREAS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS IN PREP AREA AND BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS, IF CONTAINERS WILL NOT COME COMPLETELY CLEAN MUST REPLACE THEM.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENTS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS IN BASEMENT STORAGE/PREP AREAS AND REPLACE DAMAGED/MISSING CEILING TILES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL AND MAINTAIN OPENINGS AROUND PIPES UNDER WASH BOWLS IN BASEMENT WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP IN A SANITIZED BIN IN THE BASEMENT.
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Jun 24, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 16, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code. BASEMENT PREP AREA HAND SINK WITH NO HOT OR COLD WATER PRESSURE, A VERY THIN LINE OF WATER COMING FROM HAND SINK FAUCET, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE FOR PROPER HANDS WASHING.
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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. DISPOSABLE CUPS ARE USED FOR BULK FOODS, INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER UTENSILS THAT CAN BE WASHED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. UPPER PANEL OF ICE MAKER INTERIOR SURFACES NOT CLAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. BOTTOM SHELF OF PREP COOLERS NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. BOXES OF SODA AND SAUCE STORED ON FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO STORE ELEVATED OFF FLOOR.
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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. A HOLE NOTED IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM WALL, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.
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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. LOOSE WALL CORNER METAL COVERINGS WITH LOOSE SCREWS, INSTRUCTED TO MOUNT PROPERLY.
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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. LEAK NOTED UNDER FIRST FLOOR HAND SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. TOWELS USED AS A SINK STOPPER, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN, PROPER SINK STOPPERS.
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Jul 29, 2010
Complaint
2 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. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQIPMENT.
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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. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT BAR AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 26, 2010
Routine
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. MUST STORE ALL CUTTING OFF FLOOR, UPPER PANEL OF ICE MACHINE INTERIOR SURFACES NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. MUST PROVIDE LIDS FOR ALL BAR ICE BINS.
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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. MISSING WALL BASE TILES AT BASEMENT'S PREP AREA, MUST REPLACE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pizano last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pizano on file is from Jun 18, 2014. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pizano?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Pizano.
Has Pizano's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Pizano have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pizano 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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