Sbarro

211 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60606

Italian

Last inspected: May 22, 2014

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Sbarro has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent visit was on May 22, 2014. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Note that Sbarro's inspection history hasn't been updated since May 22, 2014; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “premises maintained free of litter” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 22, 2014

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AND AROUND PIZZA PREP AREA.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER IN STORAGE CLOSET AT FRONT, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Dec 17, 2013

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN MIXER AND STORAGE SHELVING TO REMOVE FLOUR.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: FLOOR NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND SPILLS.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER (BOXES) AT THE REAR EXIT DOOR AND AROUND MIXER TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector notes: FOUND ICE SCOOP INSIDE ICE MACHINE ON ICE. MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP.

Feb 14, 2013

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE CHUTE AT PEPSI DISPENSING MACHINE.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN AT FRONT SERIVCE LINE UNDER EXPOSED HAND SINK.

Jul 23, 2012

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector notes: ALL FOOD STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER MUST HAVE DATES & LABELS.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: EXTERIOR TOP & BOTTOM OF THE GREASE TRAP IS VERY RUSTY, MUST RE-SEAL/PAINT.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: FLOORS AROUND THE GREASE TRAP MUST BE KEPT CLEAN & FREE OF DEBRIS OR DIRT.

Nov 15, 2011

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. OBSERVED SLIGHT LIME BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. OBSERVED CARDBOARD BOXES ON FLOOR IN STORAGE ROOM(BY METAL TANKS). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR ONTO SHELF RACK.

May 3, 2011

Routine

1 minor violation.

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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. PIZZA PREP COOLER DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS.

Feb 18, 2010

Routine

2 minor violations.

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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. Some florr drains in rear prep area & in one unused bathroom, need cleaning; also must fix broken tiles at rear stairs of kitchen.

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. Any unnecessary articles in storage room must be removed or better organized, to prevent pest harborage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sbarro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sbarro on file is from May 22, 2014. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sbarro?

Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sbarro.

Has Sbarro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sbarro have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sbarro 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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