Pizza Fresca

5747 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
Pizza
Last inspected: Aug 7, 2014
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Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Pizza Fresca has three inspections on file, the first dated 2012. Pizza Fresca was last inspected on Aug 7, 2014. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that Pizza Fresca's inspection history hasn't been updated since Aug 7, 2014; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

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 “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed”, which has been cited two times.

Pizza Fresca's latest score is in line with the Chicago average of 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspection History
Aug 7, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards that had deep cuts, shall be replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of rear kitchen storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), prep table lower shelving not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: floors in rear kitchen areas, under prep tables not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Wall by dough machine that had peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Feb 5, 2013
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in in cooler shelving/racks that had rust, shall be repaired/sealed, rear storage shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/sealed.
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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 cleaning(detailed), rear storage shelving need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Damaged/missing floor tiles by walk in cooler, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged wall by exposed hand sink, shall be repaired/sealed, missing cove moulding by walk in cooler, shall be provided. Ceiling tiles that had stains/damaged, shall be replaced.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light shields in prep area not clean, need cleaning.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in prep area, and bathroom need cleaning.
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Sep 14, 2012
License
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO FIX SLOW DRAINING MOPSINK.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pizza Fresca last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pizza Fresca on file is from Aug 7, 2014. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pizza Fresca?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pizza Fresca.

Has Pizza Fresca's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pizza Fresca have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pizza Fresca means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.