Sarpinos Loop

627 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661
Pizza
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Sarpinos Loop 29 times, with records going back to 2010. Sarpinos Loop was last inspected on Apr 23, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 13 times across the record.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

29
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IN-USE UTENSILS AT THE MAIN PIZZA PREPARATION LINE STORED IN STILL, ROOM-TEMPERATURE WATER BETWEEN USES. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN-USE UTENSILS ON A CLEAN, SANITIZED SURFACE OR UNDER RUNNING WATER BETWEEN USES AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING FIXTURES IN POOR REPAIR AT TIME OF COMPLAINT INSPECTION: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK DRAIN STOPPER HANDLE AT THE WASH BASIN DETACHED AND NONFUNCTIONAL, SMALL LEAK AT DRAIN PLUMBING BENEATH RINSE BASIN AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, LEAK AT MEN'S WASHROOM HANDWASHING SINK DRAIN PLUMBING (HANDWASHING SINK FUNCTIONAL). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE LISTED PLUMBING FIXTURES TO ELIMINATE LEAKS AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
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90
Apr 15, 2026
Complaint
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD EMPLOYEE ON-SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING OR ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE WHILE TCS FOOD ITEMS (PIZZA, SALAD, SANDWICHES) ARE BEING PREPARED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AT LEAST ONE FOOD EMPLOYEE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES OF FOOD OPERATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING CORE VIOLATIONS FROM PREVIOUS COMPLAINT RE-INSPECTION ON 1/13/2026 (INSPECTION NO. 2629656) NOT CORRECTED AT TIME OF CURRENT COMPLAINT INSPECTION: #47 4-501.11 OBSERVED COOLER LIDS AT THE LARGE PIZZA PREP AREA LINE COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, DETACHED FROM HINGES AND UNABLE TO FORM COMPLETE SEAL WITH COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE LARGE PIZZA PREP AREA LINE COOLER LIDS AND HINGES AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT IN GOOD REPAIR AND PROPER ADJUSTMENT. #51 5-205.15 OBSERVED BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE REAR WAREWASHING AREA UTILITY SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, MISSING CAP BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE UTILITY SINK BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ALL CORE VIOLATIONS BY THEIR ASSIGNED CORRECT BY DATE AND MAINTAIN ALL CORE VIOLATIONS CORRECTED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON-IN-CHARGE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE ON-SITE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AT LEAST ONE PERSON-IN-CHARGE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES.
1
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IN-USE UTENSILS AT THE MAIN PIZZA PREPARATION LINE STORED IN STILL, ROOM-TEMPERATURE WATER BETWEEN USES. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN-USE UTENSILS ON A CLEAN, SANITIZED SURFACE OR UNDER RUNNING WATER BETWEEN USES AND MAINTAIN.
43
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: REPEAT VIOLATION. SEE VIOLATION #60.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: REPEAT VIOLATION. SEE VIOLATION #60.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING FIXTURES IN POOR REPAIR AT TIME OF COMPLAINT INSPECTION: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK DRAIN STOPPER HANDLE AT THE WASH BASIN DETACHED AND NONFUNCTIONAL, SMALL LEAK AT DRAIN PLUMBING BENEATH RINSE BASIN AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, LEAK AT MEN'S WASHROOM HANDWASHING SINK DRAIN PLUMBING (HANDWASHING SINK FUNCTIONAL). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE LISTED PLUMBING FIXTURES TO ELIMINATE LEAKS AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Jan 13, 2026
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOLER LIDS AT THE LARGE PIZZA PREP AREA LINE COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, DETACHED FROM HINGES AND UNABLE TO FORM COMPLETE SEAL WITH COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE LARGE PIZZA PREP AREA LINE COOLER LIDS AND HINGES AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT IN GOOD REPAIR AND PROPER ADJUSTMENT.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE REAR WAREWASHING AREA UTILITY SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, MISSING CAP BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE UTILITY SINK BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SANITARY PRODUCTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN ALL WOMEN'S OR GENDER NEUTRAL RESTROOMS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Jan 6, 2026
Complaint
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INCOMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK PROVIDED ON-SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PERSON-IN-CHARGE STATED FACILITY HAS CEASED ROUTINE SERVICE WITH PEST CONTROL OPERATOR AND LATEST PEST CONTROL REPORT PROVIDED IN ON-SITE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS DATED JANUARY 2025. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ROUTINE PEST CONTROL SERVICE WITH A LICENSED PEST CONTROL OPERATOR, AND MAINTAIN COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH ALL SERVICE REPORTS AND OTHER ITEMS REQUIRED BY THE LAW ON-SITE AND AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(C) CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD EMPLOYEE ON-SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING OR ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE WHILE TCS FOOD ITEMS (PIZZA, SALAD, SANDWICHES) ARE BEING PREPARED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AT LEAST ONE FOOD EMPLOYEE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES OF FOOD OPERATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON-IN-CHARGE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE ON-SITE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AT LEAST ONE PERSON-IN-CHARGE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INSECT CONTROL DEVICE INSTALLED DIRECTLY ABOVE CLEAN EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR WAREWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE INSECT CONTROL DEVICE AND INSTALL INSECT CONTROL DEVICES SUCH THAT THEY DO NOT POSE RISK OF CONTAMINATION OF FOOD, CLEAN EQUIPMENT, OR UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOLER LIDS AT THE LARGE PIZZA PREP AREA LINE COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, DETACHED FROM HINGES AND UNABLE TO FORM COMPLETE SEAL WITH COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE LARGE PIZZA PREP AREA LINE COOLER LIDS AND HINGES AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT IN GOOD REPAIR AND PROPER ADJUSTMENT.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE REAR WAREWASHING AREA UTILITY SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, MISSING CAP BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE UTILITY SINK BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SANITARY PRODUCTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN ALL WOMEN'S OR GENDER NEUTRAL RESTROOMS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Apr 25, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: No certified food service manager on site, No certificate posted while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, Sausage) Instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food handler not wearing hair restraints, instructed to wear.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Wiping cloth are hung on a strings above 3-comp sink to dry, Instructed to remove and keep in proper sacks or containers.
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Jul 26, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FILTER ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 19, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 35 SMALL LIVE SCATTERED THROUGH OUT PREMISES ON RACKS, WALLS, BOXES AND ON CEILING TILES. MUST REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020(A).
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE HAND SINK IN THE REAR PREP / DISHWASHING AREA IN POOR REPAIR TURN OFF) DUE TO CLOG SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC HAS NO VALID CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR A CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS PIZZA'S AND SALADS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT A VALID CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY/SITE AT ALL TIMES. ALSO MUST POSTED SAID CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIOITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEES WITHOUT ANY HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE FOOD PREPARE. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ALL THE COOLERS AND FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST DETAL CLEAN THE WASHROOM FIXTURES IN BOTH MEN & WOMEN WASHROOMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER. MUST REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER THROUGH OUT THE REAR AND FRONT SIDE PREP AREAS. MUST REMOVE ANY AND ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ORGANIZE PIZZA BOXES TO PREVENT HARBORAGE FOR PESTS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS THROUGH TO REMOVE SPILLS,DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FILTER ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOOD HANDLERS ON DUTY WITHOUT FOOD HANDLING TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CITATION WILL FOLLOW.
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Oct 30, 2023
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE AND SEWAGE WATER DISPOSAL SITTING IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP HAND SINK. MUST REMOVE WATER FROM HAND SINK AND KEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. HAND SINK TAGGED. INSTRUCTED TO DESIGNATE ONE COMPARTMENT SINK AS HAND WASHING SINK UNTIL TAG IS REMOVED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPERS MISSING/NOT WORKING AT LEFT SIDE COMPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE UNUSED FREEZER STORED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISH AREA TO HAVE FOOD SPLASH AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN UNTIL REPAIRED AND/OR REMOVED OFF PREMISE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED AND SOILED 2-DOOR FREEZER STORED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/ DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
57
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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Oct 26, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE AND SEWAGE WATER DISPOSAL SITTING IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP HAND SINK. MUST REMOVE WATER FROM HAND SINK AND KEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES IN ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF REPORTING AGREEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND SINK IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE. PIZZA BOXES IN FRONT OF HAND SINK AND BASIN WAS FILLED WITH BIG FOOD CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED THAT SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.THE ITEMS WERE REMOVED DURING THE INSPECTION TO CORRECT THE VIOLATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. - COS
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY WITH APPROX. 20 SMALL FLIES NOTED DURING INSPECTION. SMALL FLY ACTIVITY WAS NOTED NEAR THE DISH MACHINE, WALL IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR SANITIZER OR FOR WARE WASHING AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION IN MG/L OF SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WATER AT THE TWO HAND SINKS IN THE FRONT AND REAR FOOD PREP/DISH AREA. WATER IS NOT SUFFICIENT CAPACITY TO MEET THE PEAK WATER DEMANDS.INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE FACILITY MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE REAR STORAGE AREA NEAR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPERS MISSING/NOT WORKING AT LEFT SIDE COMPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE UNUSED FREEZER STORED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISH AREA TO HAVE FOOD SPLASH AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN UNTIL REPAIRED AND/OR REMOVED OFF PREMISE.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED AND SOILED 2-DOOR FREEZER STORED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/ DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
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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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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT PROOF OF FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT TRAINING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOX OF FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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Nov 28, 2022
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 11/17/2022, REPORT #2567246. #55-6-501.11 OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-307.11--MUST INSTALL DURABLE SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK LOCATED NEXT TO PREP TABLE WHERE DOUGH WAS BEING PREPARED.
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86
Nov 17, 2022
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO PERSON ON SITE WITH AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. MUST HAVE A PERSON ON SITE WITH AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT. MUST PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES AS OUTLINED IN POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: NOTED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2360204 CONDUCTED ON 2/10/2020: #57 - 2-102.13: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW; NEEDED FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT. #58 - 2-102.13: ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE COURSE AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE. #55-6-501.11 OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. MUST CORRECT ALL PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL DURABLE SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK LOCATED NEXT TO PREP TABLE WHERE DOUGH WAS BEING PREPARED.
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70
Jun 9, 2021
Reinspection
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED WRITTEN CLEAN-UP PROCEDURES AND MISSING SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. SUPPLIES MUST INCLUDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER THAT ELIMINATES NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: NOTED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2360204 CONDUCTED ON 2/10/2020: #56 - 2-102.13: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW; NEEDED FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT. #58 - 2-102.13: ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE COURSE AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE. MUST CORRECT ALL PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090.
60
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12 OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS ATTACHED TO PREP TABLES/REACH IN COOLERS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR PROPER DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11 OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.16 OBSERVED MOP IN A POSITION THAT DOES NOT ALLOW TO DRY PROPERLY AND PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST STORE MOP AFTER USE IN A MOUNTED POSITION THAT ALLOWS FOR AIR-DRYING WITHOUT SOILING AND PEST HARBORAGING.
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Jun 2, 2021
Routine
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES IN ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF REPORTING AGREEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. SUPPLIES MUST INCLUDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER THAT ELIMINATES NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT WITHOUT A COMPLETED PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. ALL RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS MUST MAINTAIN A LOG BOOK WHICH SHALL BE KEPT FOR A PERIOD OF TWELVE (12) MONTHS AND INCLUDE A COPY OF THE SERVICE TICKETS AND THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY?S ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH LICENSE NUMBER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(C).
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: NOTED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2360204 CONDUCTED ON 2/10/2020: #36 - 4-204.112(B): UNABLE TO LOCATE THERMOMETER IN REFRIGERATOR LOCATED NEAR PIZZA SLICING STATION.MUST PROVIDE. #40 - 2-402.11: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT HAIR NETS DURING TIME OF INSPECTION.INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR NETS WHILE HANDLING FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN. #53 - 6-501.18: OBSERVED DIRTY PLUMBING FEATURES (SINK AND TOILET) IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #55 - 6-201.13: OBSERVED DETACHED WALL BASE COVING IN REAR PREP NEAR HANDSINK AND REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO ATTACH AND MAINTAIN. #56 - 2-102.13: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT. (NEEDED FOR DRIVER/FOOD HANDLER) #58 - 2-102.13: ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE COURSE AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE. MUST CORRECT ALL PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS ATTACHED TO PREP TABLES/REACH IN COOLERS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR PROPER DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOP IN A POSITION THAT DOES NOT ALLOW TO DRY PROPERLY AND PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST STORE MOP AFTER USE IN A MOUNTED POSITION THAT ALLOWS FOR AIR-DRYING WITHOUT SOILING AND PEST HARBORAGING.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN CEILING FIXTURE NEAR 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Feb 10, 2020
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING SLICED TOMATOES, CHEESE, PIZZA SAUCE, CHICKEN, TOFU, DELI MEAT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING WITH A VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW. MUST MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ONSITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS WITH SIGNATURES OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM FOOD AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. #7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO LOCATE THERMOMETER IN REFRIGERATOR LOCATED NEAR PIZZA SLICING STATION.MUST PROVIDE.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT HAIR NETS DURING TIME OF INSPECTION.INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR NETS WHILE HANDLING FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED CARDBOARD USED FOR PREP TABLE SHELVING LINERS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AD EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SINKS LOCATED THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITHOUT HOT WATER DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS... 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR PREP TEMPERATURE NOTED @ 98.5F, REAR PREP HANDSINK TEMPERATURE @ 91.0F, AND MENS TOILET ROOM @72.0F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT LEAST 100F @ HANDSINKS AND @ LEAST 110F @ 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES . #7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY PLUMBING FEATURES (SINK AND TOILET) IN BOTH MEN AND WOMEN TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DETACHED WALL BASE COVING IN REAR PREP NEAR HANDSINK AND REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO ATTACH AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE COURSE AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.
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Apr 17, 2019
Reinspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ONSITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP KIT OR PROCEDURES FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KIT AND POST PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP COOLERS IN PREP AREA. Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and SANITIZED, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE COURSE AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.
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Apr 9, 2019
Routine
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ONSITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP KIT OR PROCEDURES FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KIT AND POST PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND SINK NEXT TO WALL IN PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE. CARDBOARD BOXES IN BASIN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BOXES AND KEEP HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT THE ABOVE-MENTIONED HAND SINK, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION COMBINED WITH 5-205.11.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: NO CHLORINE OR QUATERNARY TEST STRIPS ONSITE TO ENSURE PROPER STRENGTH OF SANITIZING SOLUTION IN THE 3-COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CORRECT TEST STRIPS AND KEEP ONSITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP COOLERS IN PREP AREA. Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and SANITIZED, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE DIRT ACCUMULATION FROM FLOOR IN REAR PREP AROUND HE GREASE TRAP . INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE COURSE AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.
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Feb 27, 2018
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous food stored at room temperature/improper temperature, on front prep table: 55.5f, 2.5lbs of blue cheese dressing, at a value of $15.00 55.5f, 5lbs of Ranch dressing, at a value of $30.00 55.5f, 2.5lbs of jalapeno ranch dressing, at a value of $15.00 55.5f, 2.5lbs of creamy garlic dressing, at a value of $15.00 55.5f, 2.5lbs of garlic ranch dressing, at a value of $15.00 55.5f, chipotle ranch dressing, at a value of $15.00 Manufacture labels for above dressings state Refrigerate After Opening. Manager stated total weight of 15lbs, at an approximate value of $105.00 Manager voluntarily discarded and denatured said food. Instructed to keep all cold food at 40 degrees or below and hot foods at 140 degrees or above. Critical violation #7-38-005 (a)
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed front prep exposed hand sink basin blocked and inaccessible at time of inspection. Sink basin was blocked with 5 large plastic trash bags and one 5 gallon storage bucket. Informed manager that exposed hand sinks must be accessible at all times to ensure proper hand washing. Manager corrected the violation during inspection. Critical violation #7-38-030
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Observed pre portioned salad dressings, ketchup, bbq sauce etc. for sale to public located in front pre cooler, walk in and prep areas, without proper labels and dates. Informed manager the foods must be properly labeled and dated once removed from bulk container. Maintain at all times.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed missing and deteriorating caulking at back splash lining of 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to reseal area and maintain at all times. Observed right splash guard on front prep exposed hand sink with small opening, along edge. Instructed manager to seal area. Maintain it all times.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed missing back flow preventive mushroom cap on mop sink faucet. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
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Oct 23, 2017
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed large gap in between sink and (right side of) splash guard on rear prep area wall. Must repair and maintain same.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: : Observed excessive dust accumulation on soda fountain chute. Must detail clean and sanitize entire machine. Must maintain same.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Must repair and maintain same. Observed debris on floor of walk in cooler. Must clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
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Oct 16, 2017
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: Observed food (ice used for consumption) not protected. Observed an excessive amount of black, slimy, thick, mold like substance throughout upper interior of ice machine over soda fountain. Must detail clean and sanitize entire interior. Ice machine turned off during inspection. Instructed may not use until machine free of of mold like substance, cleaned and sanitized. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed large gap in between sink and (right side of) splash guard on rear prep area wall. Must repair and maintain same.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed excessive dust accumulation on soda fountain chute. Must detail clean and sanitize entire machine. Must maintain same.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed cracked or missing tile in rear of prep area near the floor grease trap lid/ 3 compartment sink. Must repair and maintain same. Observed debris on floor of walk in cooler. Must clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
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Jan 17, 2017
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Found hand sink in pizza dough area inaccessible (pan inside basin). Found hand sink in rear prep area without paper towels. Advised hand sinks must be accessible and stocked with soap and paper towels at all times. Operator corrected during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: No city of Chicago certified food manager on site while potentially hazardous foods (chicken, pizzas, etc.) being prepped, cooked and served. Found no city of Chicago certified food manager certificates posted. Advised must have city of Chicago certified food manager on site at all times when potentially hazardous foods being prepped, cooked and/or served. Must post original city of Chicago certified manager certificates. Serious violation 7-38-012.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found potentially hazardous foods (chicken, cheese, etc.) without proper labels in walk in cooler and prep coolers. Must label all potentially hazardous foods with name and date. Must maintain same.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found several cutting boards on prep cooler and counter tops heavily soiled, with deep groves. Must resurface or replace cutting boards. Must maintain same.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Found excessive debris/dirt build up on rack that holds dry storage foods (canned goods) near prep line in rear of kitchen. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same. Found cabinet under soda fountain very sticky and heavily soiled. Must detail clean unit, sanitize and maintain. Found excessive dirt and food debris on interior of prep cooler lids. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Found excessive dirt and debris on floor in rear of kitchen under 3 compartment sink, near utility sink and under rack near utility sink. Found grease build up on floor, around wheel, under coke cooler near front counter. Must remove all dirt, debris and grease. Must detail clean and sanitize these areas. Must maintain same.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found leak inside cabinet under soda fountain. Must repair and maintain.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Found excessive clutter in rear of kitchen near utility sink. Must organize clutter, remove trash and elevate all products at least 6 inches from the floor. Must maintain same.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: No proof of food handler training for employees. Must provide proof of food handler training for all food handlers.
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Mar 10, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 3, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: NO COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AVAILABLE ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE AT ALL TIMES THAT INCLUDES RECENT INSPECTION REPORTS, THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY IDPH LICENSE AND A MAP OR LIST OF BAIT STATIONS. 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: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (PIZZA) IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND/OR RESIDUE ON THE FOLLOWING SURFACES: THE PIZZA TRAYS IN DRY STORAGE, THE CAN RACK, THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE, THE KNIVES ON THE KNIFE RACK AND ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE POP MACHINE ICE CHUTE. DETAIL CLEAN THESE AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROWNISH RESIDUE ON THE CEILING NEAR THE DELIVERY BAG STORAGE AND NEAR THE 2 DOOR REACH IN FREEZER. DETAIL CLEAN THE CEILING.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROOMS STORED ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE THE BROOM HEADS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE GROUND.
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Mar 27, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: NOTED KNIVES STORED IMPROPERLY BETWEEN PREP COOLERS. MUST PROPERLY STORE KNIVES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS, SINKS, AND INTERIOR GARBAGE CANS AS NEEDED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA AND AROUND MOP SINK AS NEEDED.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE IDPH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED.
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Aug 20, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 13, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE HAM AND CHEESE STUFFED CALZONE AT AN IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 112.1F IN THE HOT HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT FOR SALE TO THE PUBLIC. APPROXIMATELY 1LB. AND ESTIMATED VALUE TO $10.00. FOOD DISCARDED. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A). REVIEWED PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 140F OR ABOVE.
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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 APPROXIMATELY 10-15 SMALL FLIES AT THE REAR MOP SINK AREA, DISH WASHING AND DIRTY TOWEL STORAGE AREA. LAST PEST SERVICE REPORT WAS DATED 3-14-14. RECOMMEND HAVING PEST CO. SERVICE FOR FLIES TO ELIMINATE OR MINIMIZE ACTIVITY AND REMOVE ALL DIRT, DEBRIS AND MOIST ORGANIC MATERIAL FROM ALL EFFECTED AREAS. 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: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS ON SITE WHILE THE ABOVE CRITICAL AND SERIOUS VIOLATIONS OCCURRED AND FOODS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AN INTERNAL THERMOMETER FOR HOT HOLDING DISPLAY CASE FOR READY TO EAT FOODS.
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Oct 1, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS TO REMOVE FOOD PARTICLES AT BOTTOM OF UNITS. WIPE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS, FREEZER AND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE PAPER, CRUMBS ETC. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS UNDER SINKS TO REMOVE GRIME AND BUILD UP. CLEAN FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER UNDER SHELVES TO REMOVE PIECES OF PRODUCE AND SMALL AMOUNTS OF WATER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUST FROM VENT INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER. ALSO REMOVE DUST FROM SIDE VENT AT PIZZA OVEN IN KITCHEN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: SOME REFRIGERATION UNITS AND THE WALK-IN COOLER DO NOT HAVE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS; PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL UNITS WHERE NEEDED.
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Aug 6, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL INTERIOR FLOORS, SHELVES & LEDGES OF ALL COOLERS AND REFRIGERATORS AT REAR PREP AREA TO REMOVE ALL FOOD DEBRIS/SPILLS.MUST ALSO RESAND OR REPLACE WORN CUTTING BOARD WITH DARK GROOVES AND MARKS NEXT TO THE PIZZA PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AT CORNERS TO REMOVE GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE DEAD BUGS FROM REAR PREP AREA LIGHT SHIELDS AND AT BOTH BATHROOM ALSO.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS AT ALL COOLERS AND REFRIGERATORS AT ALL TIMES.
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Oct 28, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. Open food products and sanitizing bottles need to be labeled and dated.
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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 can opener is dirty, clean and maintain the can opener.
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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. There is loose food debris and utensils nezt to the oven, clean the floor.
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Aug 17, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. CLEAN KNIVES MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN/DRY PLACE OR KNIFE RACK (NOT BETWEEN EQUIPMENT).
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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. INTERIOR FLOOR, SHELVES & LEDGES OF SMALL COOLERS AT REAR PREP AREA MUST BE FREE OF FOOD DEBRIS/SPILLS.
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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. ALL SODAS /STOCK MUST BE STORED BY ELEVATING OFF THE FLOOR (IN REAR STORAGE ROOM & IN WALK-IN COOLER).
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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. ALL SODA CRATES USED FOR SODA STORAGE RACKS MUST BE REPLACED WITH REGULAR 4-LEGGED RACKS, FOR EASY CLEANING/PEST MONITORING.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sarpinos Loop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sarpinos Loop on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains 29 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sarpinos Loop?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 13 times, more than any other issue at Sarpinos Loop.

Has Sarpinos Loop's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Sarpinos Loop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sarpinos Loop is inspected around two times per year on average.