Pizza Metro II
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2014
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Across the available record, Pizza Metro II has six inspections on file, the first dated 2010. On Jan 16, 2014, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Note that Pizza Metro II's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jan 16, 2014; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near seven violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Jan 16, 2014
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, PREP COOLERS, SINKS, SHEVES IN PREP AND BASEMENT AREAS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS. REMOVE ARTICLES AWAY FROM WALLS AND CORNERS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Jan 9, 2014
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: EXPOSED HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE AND IN POOR REPAIR. OBSERVED TOWEL COVERING FAUCET AND ARTICLES STORED INSIDE EXPOSED SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ARTICLES AND REPAIR EXPOSED SINK FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
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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 40-50 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG SOUTH WALL IN PREP AREA, 30-40 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE BOTTOM TRAY ON ROLLING CART IN PREP AREA, 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR BASEMENT DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. REPAIR BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF REAR DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, PREP COOLERS, SINKS, STORAGE SHELVES IN PREP AND BASEMENT AREAS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL ALL LOOSE BASEBOARDS IN PREP AREA. REMOVE ARTICLES AWAY FROM WALLS AND CORNERS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Mar 18, 2013
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers and freezers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Filter missing above exhaust hood. Instructed to replace missing filter. Toilet bowl cover not maintained. Instructed to replace broken cover.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of all cooking equipment, exhaust hood and filters, prep tables, sink, utensils, can opener, storage shelves and coolers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment including basement not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls and ceiling not maintained in prep area. Instructed to remove peeling paint on ceiling in prep area and detail clean walls.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation fan not working in both toilet rooms. Instructed to repair both exhaust fans.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided in coolers. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6inches or higher and away from wall.
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Mar 11, 2013
Routine
11 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: Outer openings not protected or rodent proofed. Wooden rear side door has 1 inch gap in bottom right corner. Instructed to repair door and rodent proof to prevent rodent and insect entry. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While running and draining water in right side of three compartment sink, water coming up middle with food debris. Instructed to detail clean drainline and grease trap to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers and freezers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Filter missing above exhaust hood. Instructed to replace missing filter. Toilet bowl cover not maintained. Instructed to replace broken cover.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior and exterior of all cooking equipment, exhaust hood and filters, prep tables, sink, utensils, can opener, storage shelves and coolers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment including basement not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls and ceiling not maintained in prep area. Instructed to remove peeling paint on ceiling in prep area and detail clean walls.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation fan not working in both toilet rooms. Instructed to repair both exhaust fans. Middle faucet leaking at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair leak at faucet.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided in coolers. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6inches or higher and away from wall.
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No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: "No Smoking" signs not posted in plain view of establishment customers and observed evidence of over 5 cigarette butts in basement in several areas. Instructed that establishment must have "No Smoking" signs posted on entry doors and in dining room and remove all evidence of cigarette butts and no smoking inside of establishment. Serious citation issued 7-32-020.
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Aug 8, 2011
Routine
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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND TOPS AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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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 FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS, MUST ADJUST THRESHOLD AT FRONT DOOR
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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. MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK
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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. MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE BASEMENT AREA, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER
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Nov 29, 2010
Routine
5 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 ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE PREP AREA REACH IN COOLER DOOR RUBBER GASKETS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL UNCLEAN GASKETS.
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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. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS (LITTER) ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND INSIDE OFFICE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT BASMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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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. WALL PANEL LOOSE FROM WALL NEXT TO MOP SINK. MUST REATTACH/REPAIR DAMAGED WALL PANEL.
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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. PREP AREA HANDWASH BOWL AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK (RIGHT SIDE COMPARTMENT)PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINKS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COOLERS IN PREP AREA.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pizza Metro II last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pizza Metro II on file is from Jan 16, 2014. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pizza Metro II?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Pizza Metro II.
Has Pizza Metro II's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pizza Metro II have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pizza Metro II 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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