Plazzio Restuarant — Plazzio Pizzeria

1889-1891 N Winnebago Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Italian
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2015
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Score
Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Plazzio Restuarant — Plazzio Pizzeria stretching back to 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 26, 2015. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. The most recent inspection at Plazzio Restuarant — Plazzio Pizzeria is from Mar 26, 2015, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to three violations before.

Looking across the full record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the recurring theme, flagged seven times.

Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Plazzio Restuarant — Plazzio Pizzeria is comfortably above that bar. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2015
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS, RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Mar 19, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER THROUGHOUT PREMISES. WATER TEMPERATURE 78.6F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE CONTINUOUS SUPPLY OF HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT ALL TIME. HOT WATER HAS BEEN RESTORED DURING INSPECTION. HOT WATER TEMPERATURE NOW AT 130.1F, CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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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 REAR SIDE EXIT DOOR ON SOUTH SIDE OF BUILDING AND SIDE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED. DOORS HAVE APROXIMATELY 1/2 OPENING ON THE BOTTOMS DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DOORS AND MAKE THEM RODENT PROOFED TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 04/07/14 REPORT# 1471212. (30) Found some food items not properly dated in reach in freezer, must properly date food items in reach in freezer. 32 Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. 33 Non food contact surfaces of reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need cleaning(detailed). 34 Damaged/missing floor tiles in kitchen prep area, rear kitchen areas, storage areas, shall be repaired/replaced. 37 Self closing mechanism in employee's bathroom door was missing, shall provide self closing mechanism to employee's bathroom door. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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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 BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMNET AND DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REMOVE DIRT AND DEBRIS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: ADDITIONAL WATER PRESSURE NEEDED AT THE FRONT EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK AND HANDWASHING SINK IN CUSTOMERS WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS, RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Apr 7, 2014
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated in reach in freezer, must properly date food items in reach in freezer.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of reach in cooler shelving/racks 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: Damaged/missing floor tiles in kitchen prep area, rear kitchen areas, storage areas, 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: Walls that had gaps, missing cove molding in kitchen areas, rear storage areas, shall be repaired/sealed, and cove molding provided. Door frame in furnace room in state of disrepair(broken), shall be replaced, and fix holes on door frame.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Self closing mechanism in employee's bathroom door was missing, shall provide self closing mechanism to employee's bathroom door.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in coolers not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
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Oct 29, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,HOOD OVER COOKING EQUIPMENTS,DEEP FRYERS AND ATTACHED PIPES,BOTTOMS OF WORK TABLES THROUGHOUT,SHELVINGS IN FOOD PREP AREAS,INTERIOR CABINETS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTERS,EXTERIOR SURFACES OF LARGE OVEN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN CORNERS, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR AND OR REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILE IN DINING,KITCHEN AND AT REAR, AND ALSO SMOKE STAINED CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN NEED CLEANING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES, SOME HAVE DUST BUILDUP ON THEM.
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Mar 21, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 CLEAN FLOORS IN CORNERS, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT PREMISES
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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. MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE IN DINING AREA, AND CLEAN WALL/CEILING IN REAR KITCHEN
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST REPLACE MELTED LIGHT SHIELD BY PIZZA OVEN, REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA
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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 PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT, IN REAR KITCHEN AREA
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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 REAR STORAGE AREA, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND BETTER MAINTAIN
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Apr 26, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 20, 2011
Reinspection
11 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION #18 NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#580287 4/11/11 CONTINUED TO OBSERVE RODENT MOUSE DROPPINGS IN VARIOUS AREAS OF KITCHEN AREAS.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS RECCOMENDED.
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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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.SEE CRITICAL VIOLATION #14.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE OVERFLOWING DURING THIS INSPECTION,FOUND SEVERAL RODENT BURROWS ON GROUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA.MUST NOTIFY THE DISPOSAL CO FOR SERVICE,SEAL NOTED RODENT BURROWS.
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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.ALL CLEAN SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS MUST BE STORED WITH HANDLES UP.
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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.TOP CHEST FREEZER AND REMOVE DUCT TAPE ALSO MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMP SINK.
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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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,HOOD/FILTERS OVER COOKING EQUIPMENTS,DEEP FRYERS AND ATTACHED EUIPMENTS,DEEP FRYERS AND ATTACHED PIPES,BOTTOMS OF WORK TABLES THROUGHOUT,SHELVINGS IN FOOD PREP AREAS,INTERIOR CABINETS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTERS,EXTERIOR SURFACES OF LARGE OVEN.
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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.FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING THROUGHOUT.
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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.MUST SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES AND OPENING BENEATH FRONT EXPOSED HANDSINK AND CLEAN DUSTY FAN BLADES AT CEILING FANS DINING ROOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING.
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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,ORGANIZE THE PREMISES,REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM OFFICE,REMAINING ARTICLES MUST BE STORED 6" OFF FLOOR.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL FOR ICE MACHINE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.
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Apr 11, 2011
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.FOUND APPROXIMATELY 20 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS ON CORNERS BENEATH 1 COMP SINK IN KITCHEN AND 1 DEAD MOUSE BENEATH INSIDE CABINET BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTERS ALSO FOUND REAR SCREEN DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES,RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR,PEST CONTROL CO SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED.
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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.All clean single service utensils must be stored with handles up.
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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 durabLEd shall be in good repair.MUST REPLACE WOODEN SHELVING ALONG 1 COMP SINK AREA IN POOR REPAIR MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES INCLUDING TOP TO CHEST FREEZER AND REMOVE DUCT TAPE ALSO MUST PROVIDE WORKING SINK STOPPERS FOR 3 COMP SINK.
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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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,HOOD/FILTERS OVER COOKING EQUIPMENTS,DEEP FRYERS AND ATTACHED PIPES,BOTTOMS OF WORK TABLES THROGHOUT,SHELVINGS IN FOOD PREP AREAS,INTERIOR CABINETS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTERS,EXTERIOR SURFACES OF LARGE OVEN..
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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.FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING THROUGHOUT.
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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.MUST SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES AND OPENING BENEATH FRONT EXPOSED HANDSINK AND CLEAN DUSTY FAN BLADES AT CEILING FANS DINING ROOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL FOR ICE MACHINE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.
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Dec 3, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DAMAGED TOILET TISSUE HOLDER IN TOILET AT DINING, RUST SHELF UNDER TABLE AT REAR,ALSO REPLACE SOME CONDIMENT CONTAINERS WITH CRACKED EDGES AND ON THE SIDES.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN STAINS ON SODA DISPENSING NOZZLES AT FRONT.ALSO CONDIMENT BOWLS IN KITCHEN NEEDS CLEANING.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN AT SIDE CORNER OF HOOD.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PEELING PAINTS ON WALLS IN KITCHEN BY PREP TABLE ,BY STEAM TABLES,AND AT 1&3COMP.SINK AREAS.ALSO MUST REPAIR WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES AT REAR BY DOUGH MIXER BOWL.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FAUCET BASE ON HAND WASH SINK IN TOILET AT DINING LEAKING WATER WHEN ON.ALSO REPAIR VENT IN ABOVE SAID TOILET.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Plazzio Restuarant — Plazzio Pizzeria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Plazzio Restuarant — Plazzio Pizzeria on file is from Mar 26, 2015. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Plazzio Restuarant — Plazzio Pizzeria?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Plazzio Restuarant — Plazzio Pizzeria.

Has Plazzio Restuarant — Plazzio Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Plazzio Restuarant — Plazzio Pizzeria have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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