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Margarita's Pizza & Breakfast

2856 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60612

Restaurant ZIP 60612 Risk 1 (High)

Pass with Conditions · as of Apr 21, 2026

Margarita's Pizza & Breakfast was last inspected on April 21, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 4 violations, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

April 21, 2026 · Canvass

Conditional

Result: Pass w/ Conditions

1 critical3 general
  • CriticalFood temperature

    Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

    Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods stored inside a prep cooler. Found sliced tomatoes (49.8f), shredded mozzarella (53.2f), shredded cheddar (46.6f), shredded lettuce (49.7f), pork sausages (53.4f). Instructed all cold holding food must be 41f or below. Approximately 10lbs at $67 worth of food discarded. Priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued

    Official wording (code 22)

    Proper cold holding temperatures

  • GeneralFood temperature

    Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

    Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperature of the prep cooler in the front prep area. Found at 61.6f with tcs foods stored inside. Instructed all cold holding units must reach and maintain 41f or below. Unit tagged and may not be used until reinspected by cpdh. Please review comments for tag removal. Priority 7-38-005, citation issued

    Official wording (code 33)

    Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

  • GeneralFood temperature

    Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

    Inspector’s note: Observed no ambient air thermometer inside the hot holding unit near the register. Instructed to provide and maintain.

    Official wording (code 36)

    Thermometers provided & accurate

  • GeneralFood handling

    Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

    Inspector’s note: Observed plates not inverted on the lower shelf under the hot holding unit across from the cooking equipment. Also, cooking utensils (spoons and eating utensils) in the rear dishwashing area not inverted. Instructed to invert and maintain.

    Official wording (code 44)

    Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

Inspection history

9 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean and defrost the interior of the reach in freezer in the rear prep area.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the filters above the cooking equipment to remove debris and grease.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  2. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Clean the interior of the deep fryer, pizza prep cooler and 2 door freezer.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no working ventilation fan in the washroom. Management instructed to repair or replace the ventilation fan.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violation from report #2593963 on 5/3/24 not corrected: 58 - observed the certified food manager without an allergen training certificate. Management instructed that all certified food managers must show proof of training. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 paperwork Show violations
    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the certified food manager without an allergen training certificate. Management instructed that all certified food managers must show proof of training.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  4. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge with foodservice manager training.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed small leak at pipe underneath middle compartment of three compartment sink. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no valid city of chicago foodservice manager certificate on site at time of inspection while tcs food were being served(eggs, sausage). Instructed person in charge that valid certificate as well as certified manager must be on site at all times tcs foods are prepared or served. (certified manager arrived on site during course of inspection).priority foundation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: 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. Priority foundation. 7-38-010. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: Observed frozen ground meat sitting in prep area to thaw. Instructed to place in fridge or under cool running water to thaw.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: No metal stem food thermometer on site. Must provide. Priority foundation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food allergen training for food manager.must provide and maintain. Priority foundation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: No proof of food handler training for employees on site during inspection. Al food employees are to obtain food handler training within 30 days of hire.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  7. Conditional

    License Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 2-102.14(O) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES .MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 4-903.11(A;C) Inspector Comments: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  8. Fail

    License · Fail

    2 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no signed employees health policies .must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-010)

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory disclosure and reminder on menu board of consuming raw and undercooked foods.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Must store plastic wear with handles in upright position.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up on interior parts of ice machine.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage area and grounds with a massive amount of clutter and unused equipment throughout rear and side yard.(coolers,boxes,etc)must remove and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-020(b)

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace missing wall bases in rear prep area near rear door,damaged floor tiles where needed and damaged lower walls in furnace room.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a stove in rear prep area without ventilation.must provide ventilation above or remove stove from premises.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food allergen training for food manager.must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 7 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.