Positanos Restaurant & Pizza
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2023
78
Score
Positanos Restaurant & Pizza appears in inspection records 25 times, starting in 2010. Positanos Restaurant & Pizza was last inspected on Jan 5, 2023. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that Positanos Restaurant & Pizza's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jan 5, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around seven violations across recent inspections versus roughly 11 violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been the most frequent reason, cited 11 times.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2023
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND COLD HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.
36
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN HOOD ANFD FILTERS.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Jan 6, 2022
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AS REQUIRED; MUST RODENT PROOF DOOR TO SEAL 1/2 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM.
38
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: THE FOOD HANDLER ON PREMISES DID NOT HAVE ON A HAIR RESTRAINT AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD ITEMS NOT STORED IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOOD IN PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUST FROM FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF GRILL AND FRYER, BOTTOM AREA OF FRYER, GAS LINE FROM GRILL TO WALL, CAN OPENER BLADE AT PREP TABLE, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLER AND FREEZER, EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR SURFACE OF MICROWAVE AND CUTTING BOARD AT PREP COOLER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AND WALLS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Mar 29, 2021
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-301.14 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN TOILET ROOM.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT AND REAR DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,PREP TABLE,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND FLOORING IN PREP AREA AND WALK IN COOLER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD AND FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 22, 2021
Reinspection
3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.14(O) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 40 OR MORE RAT DROPPING ON FLOOR AND ALONG WALLS IN BASEMENT.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/22/21.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,PREP TABLE,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVER.
49
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-301.14 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN TOILET ROOM.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT AND REAR DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.
47
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND FLOORING IN PREP AREA AND WALK IN COOLER.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD AND FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-301.14 Inspector Comments: MUST PLACE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER VENTILATION HOOD.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 12, 2021
Routine
4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GROUND AROUND GREASE CONTAINER WITH MASSIVE AMOUNT OF GREASE,SAW DUST,CANS AND BOXES.MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE DEBRIS AND GREASE AND SAW DUST AND MAINTAIN AREA.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK ON SITE TO VIEW WITH RECEIPT OF SERVICE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C)(NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN TOILET ROOM.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT AND REAR DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,PREP TABLE,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVER.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND FLOORING IN PREP AREA AND WALK IN COOLER.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD AND FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PLACE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER VENTILATION HOOD.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 21, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #58 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2200851 DATE 8-13-18. Violation Codes: PA 100-0367 Inspector Comments: Observed no proof of food handler training available. All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter. Training programs must be accredited by the American National Standards Institute or another reputable accreditation agency under the ASTM International E2659-09 (Standard Practice for Certificate Programs). Must provide proof of allergen training for all city sanitation certificate holders. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: PREMISES HAS NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT OR DIARRHEA EVENTS AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUE #7-38-005.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED DARK GROVES INTO THE CUTTING BOARD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLER TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND STANDING WATER.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CEILING IN POOR REPAIR (PEELING PAINT) ABOVE THE PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE AND REPAINT.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FILTER AND HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60.
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64
Aug 13, 2018
Complaint
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Observed no proof of food handler training available. All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter. Training programs must be accredited by the American National Standards Institute or another reputable accreditation agency under the ASTM International E2659-09 (Standard Practice for Certificate Programs). Must provide proof of allergen training. Priority foundation violation.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(A) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY, WITH SIGNATURES FOR REVIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A).
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 Observed food handlers without hair restraints. Food handlers must wear hair restraints, such as a hat, hair net, etc., at all times when in the prep area. Must maintain same.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 Observed foods stored in original metal cans inside cooler, and bulk items without proper name/label. Once opened all foods must be stored in food grade containers. Except for containers holding FOOD that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta, working containers holding FOOD or FOOD ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the FOOD. Must maintain same.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12 Observed excessive staining on cutting board on prep cooler. Must resurface or replace to prevent contamination. Must maintain clean cutting board.
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64
Aug 30, 2017
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNLABELED BULK SEASONING CONTAINERS ON SHELVES NEXT TO SODA COOLER IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL. OBSERVED OPENED CANS CONTAINED FOOD STORED INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOOD FROM CAN AND STORE IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS ONCE CAN PRODUCT IS OPEN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNCLEAN CUTTING BOARD WITH FOOD STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE CHEST FREEZER AND BROKEN CHEST FREEZER DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE FREEZER DOOR AND REMOVE ICE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP UNDER FRYER AND PREP TABLE NEXT TO FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN SHELVES UNDER FRONT COUNTER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS ON WALK-IN COOLER FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN SAID ABOVE AREAS. REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE REACH-IN COOLER IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS ON WALL BEHIND REAR PIZZA PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON HOOD ABOVE FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED HOLE UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL. REPLACE MISSING OUTLET COVER ALONG WALL AND SEAL OPENING ALONG BASEBOARDS IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE REACH IN COOLER IN FOOD PREP AREA AND IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR LIGHT BULB IN DISHWASHING AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD PRODUCTS 6 INCH OFF THE FLOOR.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE AND MANAGER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES IN FOOD PREP AREA.
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Aug 23, 2017
Routine
10 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: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF CURRENT PEST ACTIVITY; OVER 10 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN WALK-IN COOLERS, 5 MORE MICE DROPPING NEXT SODA COOLER IN FOOD PREP AREA, 5 DROPPINGS UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, 1 ALIVE ROACH IN BASEMENT, 30 MICE AND RAT DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT ALONG THE WALL. ALSO FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR IS NOT RODENT PROOF WITH 1 INCH OPENING ON TOP OF DOOR NEXT TO FAN AND 1/4 INCH OPENING AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES AND CONTACT LICENSED PEST CONTROL OPERATORS FOR SERVICE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID DOOR TO BE TIGHT FITTING WITH RODENT PROOF. OBSERVED NO WINDOW SCREEN IN DISHWASHING AREA AND WINDOW KEPT OPEN AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL WINDOW SCREEN OR CLOSE THE WINDOW. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIP ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS/KITS TO CHECK PROPER CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-030
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNLABELED BULK SEASONING CONTAINERS ON SHELVES NEXT TO SODA COOLER IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL. OBSERVED OPENED CANS CONTAINED FOOD STORED INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOOD FROM CAN AND STORE IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS ONCE CAN PRODUCT IS OPEN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNCLEAN CUTTING BOARD WITH FOOD STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE CHEST FREEZER AND BROKEN CHEST FREEZER DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE FREEZER DOOR AND REMOVE ICE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP UNDER FRYER AND PREP TABLE NEXT TO FRYER. 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: OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS ON WALK-IN COOLER FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN SAID ABOVE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE REACH-IN COOLER IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FOOD AND DEBRIS ON WALL BEHIND REAR PIZZA PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON HOOD ABOVE FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED HOLE UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE REACH IN COOLER IN FOOD PREP AREA AND IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR LIGHT BULB IN DISHWASHING AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD PRODUCTS 6 INCH OFF THE FLOOR.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE AND MANAGER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES IN FOOD PREP AREA.
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61
Dec 21, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 13, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: NOTED 70 MICE DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT ALONG FLOOR AND WALL INDICATING MICE ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN FLOORS IN BASEMENT , BEHIND WALK IN COOLER AND BEHIND OVEN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NEW STOPPERS NEEDED FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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May 4, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BURNT OUT BULB IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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Apr 25, 2016
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IN COLD HOLDING UNIT AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE; 2LBS OF ITALIAN SAUSAGE AT 53.9F AND 10LBS OF CHEESE AT 47.8F. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DENATURED AND DISCARDED. APPROX. WT.12LBS, VALUE $25.00. DISCUSSED KEEPING COLD FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)ISSUED.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONLY EMPLOYEE/FOOD HANDLER WITH POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES, HANDLING/PREPARING FOOD, TAKING MONEY, TOUCHING EQUIPMENT, SERVING CUSTOMERS AND NOT WASHING HANDS BETWEEN TASK. INSTRUCTED ON PRPOER HANDWASHING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A).
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT FRONT EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK OR AT WASHBOWL IN EMPLOYEES RESTROOM. MUST PROVIDE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT MAINTAINED WITH DUMPSTER OVER FLOWING WITH GARBAGE/TRASH PREVENTING PROPER LID CLOSURE. MUST CORRECT. SEERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, OVENS, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF DEEP FRYER. CLEAN/SANITIZE COUNTER TOPS AND PREP TABLES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THRIUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BURNT OUT BULB IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER THROUGHOUT PREP AREA AND AT REAR , ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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May 26, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOTED FLOORS DIRTY AROUND THE DEEP FRYER'S. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED HOLES INTO THE WALL AND FLOOR BASE IN CORNERS. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PEST. ALSO NOTED THE CEILING IN POOR REPAIR (WATER DAMAGE AND PEELING PAINT). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVER EMPLOYEE NOT WEARING ANY HAIR RESTAINTS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND WEAR HAIR RESTAINS AT ALL TIMES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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86
Nov 12, 2014
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR BOX FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE, INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, AND CLEAN.ALSO OBSERVED THE CHEESE SHREDDER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR UNDER THE REAR FRYER GREASY, INSTRUCTRED TO CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE CEILING ABOVE THE WALK-IN COOLER DUE TO WATER DAMAGE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. ALSO CLEAN WALK-IN COOLER CEILING LIGHT SHIELD OBSERVED WATER ON THE INSIDE OF THE SHIELD, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE WATER/CLEAN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR NOZZLE STREAMING WATER FROM THE BASE OF THE NOZZLE WHEN THE WATER IS TURNED ON, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/OR REPLACE. ALSO REPLACE MISSING/BROKEN SINK STOPPERS.
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Apr 10, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY COOLER STORAGE SHELVES, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN REAR FLOOR MIXER, #10 CAN OPENER, CUTTING BOARDS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ABOVE ITEMS. ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE, THE 2 BURNER STOVE DRIP TRAY, AND INTERIOR OF FRYER DOORS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUSTY CEILING FAN OVER DINING TABLES,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. ALSO CEILING VENTS OVER OVEN REAR. OBSERVED THE WALLS AND CEILING NOT CLEAN INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND OR REPAINT.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESTROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DOOR CHECK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STOCK STORED ON THE FLOOR,INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE STOCK 6"OFF THE FLOOR.OBSERVED SOME CLUTTER IN REAR YARD, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.
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Apr 22, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FILTERS NEED CLEANING UNDER HOOD AT REAR OF GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OPENING INTO WALL AROUND PIPE UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT FAUCET OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AT REAR. MUST REPAIR.
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Apr 6, 2012
Complaint
No violations found.
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Mar 26, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 23, 2012
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: RODENT ACTIVITY ON SITE 50-70 DROPPINGS BEHIND OVEN/IN OVEN UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN WALK-IN COOLERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, REACH-IN COOLER, AND RUBBER GASKETS IN NEED OF CLEANING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN BASEMENT MUST BE DRY AND FREE FROM WATER, FLOOR IN OVEN AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: HOLES IN BASEMENT IN NEED OF SEALING, DRAINS IN NEED OF CLEANING.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: ALL LIGHTS MUST BE COMPLETELY SHIELDED.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: BATHROOM DOOR IN NEED OF SELF-CLOSING DEVICE. MUST INSTALL.
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Mar 19, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS/SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTD PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: NUMEROUS FRESH RODENT DROPPINGS (RAT) NOTED THRU-OUT PREP AREA. OVER (20) NOTED NEXT TO PIZZA OVEN, OVER (20) BEHIND WALK-IN COOLER, (15) IN CORNER NEXT TO CHEST FREEZER, OVER (10) IN BASEMENT AND IN DINING AREA. NESTING MATERIAL (CHEWED INSULATION) IN UNUSED COOLER IN PREP COOLER IN PREP COOLER. VARIOUS RODENT ENTRY POINTS NOTED IN WALLS AND IN HALLWAY BY STAIRS. STRONG RODENT ODOR DETECTED AT THIS TIME ON PREMISES. REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF, SCREEN TORN. INSTD TO ELIMINATE ALL ACTIVITY AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. INSTD TO RODENT PROOF DOOR AND SEAL ALL HOLES/ENTRY POINTS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 CRITICAL.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CONDENSOR LEAKING IN WALK-IN COOLER. REPAIR SAME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT CONTACT EQUIPMENT THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN INCLUDING GASKETS, DOOR HANDLES, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, PIZZA OVEN, FRYER, SINKS, STORAGE SHELVES, CUTTING BOARD, LEGS, WHEELS, AND ALL ATTACHED PIPING. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME, FREE OF DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN, UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALLBASE. CLEAN SAME. BASEMENT FLOOR ALSO NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME. ELEVATE ALL STOCK 6 INCHES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: HOLES NOTED IN VARIOUS AREAS THRU-OUT ALONG WALLBASE IN CORNERS AND NEXT TO STAIRS. SEAL ALL HOLES NOTED THRU-OUT. WALLS THRU-OUT NEED DETAILED CLEANING. INTERIOR OF HOOD WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 13, 2011
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: NO SOAP OR SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: RAT DROPPINGS (FRESH) NOTED THRU-OUT PREP AREA IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: OVER (20) NEXT TO PIZZA OVEN, OVER (20) BEHIND WALK-IN COOLER, (5) DROPPINGS IN CORNER NEXT TO CHEST FREEZER, AND DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT. NESTING MATERIAL (CHEWED INSULATION) NOTED IN UNUSED COOLER IN PREP AREA. ALSO REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF, SCREEN TORN AND WITH HOLES. HOLES NOTED IN REAR HALLWAY ALONG WALLBASE AND IN CORNERS OF STAIRS. VARIOUS RODENT ENTRY POINTS NOTED IN PREP AREA. STRONG RODENT ODOR DETECTED THRU-OUT. INSTD TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS, SEAL ALL HOLES, AND RODENT PROOF ALL DOORS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 CRITICAL.
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Sep 26, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. WALK IN COOLER MAINTAINING IMPROPER AIR TEMPERATURE OF 44.8. OBSERVED CONDENSER LEAKY WATER INTO A POT INSIDE COOLER.. MUST NOT USE UNIT UNTIL REPAIRED. MUST USE ADDITIONAL WALK IN COOLER FOR STORING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS THAT 40 OR BELOW. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS,2LBS COOKED RIB TIPS MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.45.8F,1LB COOKED IT BEEF AT 45F, IT SAUSAGE 5LB BAG AT 45.8F. FOOD WAS REMOVED AND DISPOSED OF BY MANAGER. TOTAL COST APPROX-$50.00. MUST MAINTAIN TEMPERATURES OF COLD FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED.COOLER HELD FOR INSPECTION.
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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.EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL-RODENT DROPPINGS ON PREMISES. OBSERVED 25 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOORS IN SCATTERED AREAS,8 RAT DROPPINGS ON 1ST FLOOR BEHIND BASEMENT DOOR,BETWEEN OVEN AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AREAS. STRONGLY RECOMMEND PEST TREATMENT. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.
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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 NOT CLEAN,ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.INTERIOR AND SHELVES IN COOLER NOT CLEAN/DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE.
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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 CLOSE OPENING AT BATHROOM WINDOW TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY WAY.
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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. NO METAL STEM THEROMETER FOR MONITORING TEMPERATURES OF FOOD. MUST PROVIDE.
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Mar 23, 2011
Routine
6 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: 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. OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL-RAT DROPPINGS-13 ON 1ST FLOOR,ON FLOORS BETWEEN HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND IN SEVERAL AREA OF BASEMENT FLOORS AROUND FURNACE,ON TABLE ON TOP OF STORAGE,- 60 DROPPINGS. ALSO FRONT ENTRY DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF AT BOTTOM CORNERS. MUST CLEAN SANITIZE ALL AREAS,REPAIR DOOR TO BE TIGHT FITTING,STRONGLY RECOMMEND PEST TREATMENT. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED (IE PIZZA,HOT LINKS,ETC) SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.
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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. MUST REPAIR RUSTY FOOD SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
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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 SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR AT LOWER WALL BY FRONT DOOR.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters. Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. MUST INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOR WASHROOM DOOR.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees must wear garments that are clean and of washable character and nature. All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINT,CLEAN APRON. MUST PROVIDE/WEAR AT ALL TIMES.
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Nov 17, 2010
Complaint
9 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: 20 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED ON SHELF IN CABINET UNDERNEATH WASHBOWL IN WASHROOM. TEN RAT DROPPINGS NOTED SCATTERED ON LOWER SHELF UNDERNEATH FRONT SERVICE COUNTER, ON FLOOR BY PIZZA OVEN, BEHIND BROKEN REFRIGERATED PREP TABLE & ON FLOOR LANDING LEADING INTO BASEMENT. ALSO OBSERVED REAR DOOR WIDE OPEN WITHOUT A SCREEN TO PREVENT INSECT AND RODENT ENTRY- MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, SEAL UP ALL OPENINGS FOUND IN FLOORS, WALLS etc, KEEP REAR DOOR CLOSED OR INSTALL A SCREEN DOOR THAT IS TIGHT-FITTING AT BOTTOM TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY, AND REQUEST VISIT FROM PEST CONTROL COMPANY - CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: GARBAGE DUMPSTER OPEN AND DEBRIS FOUND ALL AROUND IT ON THE GROUND-MUST KEEP LIDS CLOSED AND SURROUNDING AREA OF DUMPSTER CLEAN-CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOTED 3-13-09 ON REPORT# 77779 NOT CORRECTED: -32- STILL FINDING RUSTY SHELVES THROUGHOUT- MUST PAINT OR REPLACE THEM -33- THE FOLLOWING STILL NOT CLEAN: INTERIOR CABINET OF DEEP FRYER, HOOD & FILTERS, INTERIOR AREAS OF PIZZA OVEN BREAD MAKER, SHELVES,UNUSED EQUIPMENT, INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF COOLERS & FREEZERS, EXTERIORS OF GRILL -34- FLOORS STILL NOT CLEAN ALONG ALL BASES OF WALLS IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH & BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT -35- WALL IN 3 COMP. SINK AREA AND LIGHT SHIELD STILL NOT CLEAN - CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH EXISTING VIOLATIONS
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE 3 COMP. SINK, DEFROST AND CLEAN DEEP FREEZER, CLEAN MICROWAVE OVEN, AND ALL UNCLEAN DISHES AND UTENSILS & FIXTURES INSIDE WASHROOM.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR TILES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT NO LONGER EASILY CLEANABLE-MUST PAINT OR REPLACE TILES IN THIS AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN ENTIRE WINDOW LEDGE ABOVE 3 COMP. SINK IN REAR. SEAL CRACK IN LOWER SECTION OF WALL/FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT THREE COMP. SINK. ADD ADDITIONAL PIPE TO WAISTLINE PIPE IN BASEMENT SO THAT WATER GOES DIRECTLY INTO FLOOR DRAIN. MOVE TABLE TOP STOVE(BURNER) UNDERNEATH HOOD.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: KEEP THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS & FREEZERS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Positanos Restaurant & Pizza last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Positanos Restaurant & Pizza on file is from Jan 5, 2023. The public record contains 25 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Positanos Restaurant & Pizza?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Positanos Restaurant & Pizza.
Has Positanos Restaurant & Pizza's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Positanos Restaurant & Pizza have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Positanos Restaurant & Pizza 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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