Pizano's Pizza & Pasta

Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

Inspector’s note: Observed the rear exit door with about 1/4 gap. Instructed to repair as a means of preventing possible pest activity.

Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

Inspector’s note: Observed the large square cutting board and the long cutting board on the cook line side with deep cutting grooves and stains. Instructed to replace as a means of preventing possible contamination.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the floor of the walk in cooling unit in the basement in need of a detail cleaning...also observed the two door cooling unit at the bottom of the stairs in need of a detail cleaning of dirt and food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the floor and wall under the dish washing area in need of a detail cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed the hood ventilation system and filters in need of a detail cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: Observed some uncooked food stored in non food grade containers in the lower reach in cooling unit as well as basement reach in cooling units. Instructed to use only food grade containers to hold and store foods.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed leak at the faucet of the three compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed holes in the walls in basement area around piping and in ceiling areas. Instructed to seal all holes as a means of preventing possible entry way for pest and or insects.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dirt, grease, splatter and small debris on floor under the three comp sink area and dish washer. Instructed to clean and maintain area.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of grease on the hood ventilation filters. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed two lights out under the hood ventilation system. Instructed to replace and maintain proper lighting.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed leaking drain pipe of handwashing sink in dishwashing area. Instructed to repair leaking drain pipe of handwashing sink in dishwashing area and maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed leaking drain pipe of handwashing sink in dishwashing area. Instructed to repair leaking drain pipe of handwashing sink in dishwashing area and maintain

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Observed no visible thermometers in two large colding holding units with sliding doors in basement near stairs. Instructed to provide visible thermometers in two large cold holding units with sliding doors in basement near stairs.

Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of 20 or more small live flies located in bar area.instructed to eliminate small fly activity, clean and sanitize affected areas. Recommended to contact pest control for service on or after 2/7/2024. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed leaking drain pipe of handwashing sink in dishwashing area. Instructed to repair leaking drain pipe of handwashing sink in dishwashing area and maintain.

Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

Inspector’s note: Labels not provided on food storage containers in dry storage area in basement. Facility must provide.

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: Utensils not provided in bar area for toppings of drinks inclduing but is not limited to cut citrus items and cherries. Food is not protected from contamination. Food employees shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas/tongs, dispensing equipment or single use gloves when handling ready to eat foods.

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: In-use wiping cloths are not stored properly. Found on prep-surface on main kitchen area. Cloths used to wipe surfaces and equipment shall be held in a proper sanitizer solution. Cloths in-use for wiping surfaces in contact with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes. In-use cloths must be laundered dailiy.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Basement walk-in cooler fanguard is soiled with debris. Facility must clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Employee clothing items were found stored improperly in basement dry storage food shelving. Food establishments shall a) provide designated dressing rooms or dressing areas for employees that routinely change their clothes in the establishments; b) provide lockers or other suitable facilities for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Employee pizza found stored on top of the bar dish washer. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometers in the prep coolers in basement. Instructed to provide thermometers for all coolers

Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

Inspector’s note: Observed deli meat being stored in used margarine containers. Instructed to keep all items in original container to prevent contamination.

Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

Inspector’s note: Observed can opener in the kitchen needs cleaning. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain all can openers.

Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

Inspector’s note: Observed cutting board in the kitchen covered deep grooves and dark stains. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered trash receptacles inside 4 of 5 toilet rooms. Instructed to provide in all unisex and or women's toilet rooms.

Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed build up trash on ground near dumpsters. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed dirty bucket containing wine bottle, old door leaning against the wall. Instructed to remove from premises.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed dirt below soda dispensing machine. Instructed to clean and maintain

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed two burnt out light bulbs in the line about cook line. Instructed to repair and replace

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed filter on the hood in the cook line need cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain

Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

Inspector’s note: Observed opening on bottom front entrance door. Must seal opening to prevent pest entry

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths stored on top of prep tables in kitchen food prep area. Must proeprly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoops stored on top of ice machine located in the basement. Must clean and maintain.

Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

Inspector’s note: Observed cutting board in rear prep area discolored with open seems and wdark stains. Instructed to refinished or replace cutting board.

Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

Inspector’s note: No covered waste receptacle at the women's washrooms. Must provide and mantain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and debris inside walk-in cooler and along wallbase troughout basement. Must clean and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and debris on light shield covers above prep tables in kitchen food prep area. Must clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed burn out lighs above dishwashing machine in rear prep area. Must repalce and maintain.

Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

Inspector’s note: Previous minor violation(s) not corrected from inspection report#1559539 dated:06/24/2015.. 38 noted no hand wash sink at the bar. Instructed to install a hand wash sink at the bar. 09/24/2015. Instructed to correct noted violation and maintain by 6/28/2016. Serious violation 7-42-090.

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector’s note: Silverware on tables must be wrapped,covered,or reset when customer is seated and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Detail clean interiors of coolers behind the bar and maintain.

Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

Inspector’s note: Noted a pinkish slimy substance inside the upper compartment of ice machine dripping onto the ice. Instructed to clean and sanitize. Manager immediately called company for maintenance. Citation issued for serious violation #7-38-005(a)

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Noted multiple holes and openings on ceiling at the basement food prep area and on walls by the hand wash sink at same. Also noted dusty and dirty ceiling at the kitchen prep on the first floor. Instructed to detail clean, repair the holes and openings and maintain.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Noted no hand wash sink at the bar. Instructed to install a hand wash sink at the bar.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted employees belongings on shelving with dry goods. Instructed to provide a separate area for employees to store their cloths and belonging.

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

Inspector’s note: Detail clean the dust and debris on the storage shelves of the liquor storage room and exterior of chest freezer in the basement.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Remove the cobwebs from the ceiling in the liquor storage room.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Wiping cloths stored on top of the prep cooler cutting board. Must store in a bucket of sanitizer when not in use.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoops stored in with the ice in the ice bins. Management instructed to store the ice scoops outside of the ice bin in a clean container.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: A garden hose attaced to water line without a vacuum breaker in basement next to sump pumps, instructed to install

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

Inspector’s note: Soda dispenser gun at bar not clean , instructed to clean and maintain. Shelf in walk-in cooler with heavy dust build up, instructed to clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Bread in paper bags stored on floor, instructed to store off floor.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Damaged ceiling next to ice maker in basement, instructed to repair.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Wall behind 3-comp sink covered with plastic bags, instructed to remove.

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector’s note: Inadequate lighting in basement prep area, instructed to add more lights.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: A garden hose attaced to water line without a vacuum braker in basement next to sump pumps, instructed to install.

Linen: clean and soiled properly stored

Inspector’s note: Soiled rags stored on clean utensils, instructed to store properly.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Ice scoop stored on ice cubes at bar area, instructed to store off cubes.

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

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKETS AROUND THE INSIDE OF THE DOORS OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER. MUST REPLACE.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALL UNDER THE DISHMACHINE AND WALLS OF THE PREP AREA. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS AROUND THE STOVE AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. SEAL ALL OF THE OPENINGS IN THE BASEMENT CEILING. REMOVE THE COBWEBS ON THE CEILING OF THE LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM.

Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

Inspector’s note: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. REPLACE THE NON-WORKING WOMEN'S RESTROOM VENTILATION FAN.

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector’s note: 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 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE PREMISES AND IMPROPER PEST CONTROL METHODS. APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS OF THE BASEMENT PREP AREA AND BEHIND THE BAR AREA. ALSO OBSERVED A FLY STRIP STORED ABOVE THE DOUGH MIXER IN THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE FLY STRIPS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

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

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED IMPROPER FOOD CONTACT SURFACES (GROCERY BAGS AND CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO STORE FOOD). MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE DURABLE AND CLEANABLE FOOD GRADE CONTACT SURFACES ONLY. OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKETS AROUND THE INSIDE OF THE DOORS OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER. MUST REPLACE. OBSERVED RUST ON INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. MUST REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE SURFACES.

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

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE PREP TABLES IN THE MAIN PREP AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS BEHIND THE BAR AND IN THE BASEMENT.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALL UNDER THE DISHMACHINE AND WALLS OF THE PREP AREA. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS AROUND THE STOVE AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. SEAL ALL OF THE OPENINGS IN THE BASEMENT CEILING. REMOVE THE COBWEBS ON THE CEILING OF THE LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM.

Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

Inspector’s note: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. REPLACE THE NON-WORKING WOMEN'S RESTROOM VENTILATION FAN.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Must provide sink stoppers at the 3 compartment sink.

Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector’s note: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA NEED A HAIR RESTRAINT.

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ONSITE. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN MENS AND WOMENS WASHROOMS,1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT PREP AREAS, IN BASEMENT BEER STORAGE ROOM AND IN BASEMENT MAIN STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE INSECTS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.

Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

Inspector’s note: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLES NOT INSECT AND RODENT PROOF AND NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. FOUND ONE RECEPTACLE LID WITH A LARGE CRACK/OPENING THAT CAUSES THE RECEPTACLE NOT TO BE INSECT AND RODENT PROOF. ALSO, FOUND ONE RECEPTACLE FILLED TO THE RIM WITH GARBAGE PREVENTING THE CLOSURE OF THE RECEPTACLE ALSO CAUSING IT NOT TO BE INSECT AND RODENT PROOF OR PROPERLY MAINTAINED. MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE GARBAGE SO THAT RECEPTACLE IS PROPERLY MAINTAINED AND REPLACE CRAKED LID SO THAT RECEPTACLE IS INSECT AND RODENT PROOF. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector’s note: 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. IMPROPERLY STORING MULTI USE ITEMS ON FLOOR ALONG SIDE 3 COMP SINK IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORE ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR IN A CLEAN MANNER.

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

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REMOVE RUST FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE STALL DIVIDER IN MENS WASHROOM. ALSO REPLACE RUSTY SHELVING RACKS IN COOLER BEHIND BAR. MUST ALSO REMOVE RUST FROM INTERIOR TOP PANEL OF ICE MACHINE. PROVIDE COVERS FOR ALL ICE BINS BEHIND BAR HOLDING CONSUMABLE ICE. ALSO MUST PROVIDE A BARRIER BETWEEN CONSUMABLE ICE AND SODA LINES TO PROTECT ICE FROM CONTAMINATION.

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

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF 3 COMP SINK IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PREP TABLES IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA AND REMOVE EXTREME FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP. (SERVES AS A SOURCE OF FOOD FOR INSECTS AND RODENTS) MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN WALLS UNDER 3 COMP SINK AND DISH MACHINE AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REMOVE EXTREME FOOD DEBRIS.

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

Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM FLOORS IN BASEMENT. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SINKS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA AND REMOVE EXTREME FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. FLOORS BEHIND BAR ARE IN POOR REPAIR WITH HOLES AND OPENINGS THROUGHOUT. ALSO, DAMAGED AREAS COVERED WITH CARDBOARD AND FLOOR MATS. MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD AND FLOOR MATS AND RAPAIR ALL FLOORS BEHND BAR AND MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN OR REPLACE DUSTY CEILING TILES OVER 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. REPAINT CHIPPING PAINT ON WALL ACROSS FROM WOMENS WASHROOM. REPLACE BROKEN WALL TILE OVER REACH IN FREEZERIN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA.

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector’s note: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. REPLACE PARTIALLY MELTED AND VERY DUSTY LIGHT SHEILD OVER 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA NEAR VENTILATION HOOD.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. PROVIDE 3 WORKING STOPPERS FOR 2ND 3 COMP SINK BEHIND BAR. ALSO REPAIR LEAKY WASTE PIPE IN BASEMENT. MUST INSTALL DIPPER WELL NEAR PACKED ICE CREAM FREEZER. REPAIR VENTILATION IN WOMENS WASHROOM.