Just a Pizza Plus

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Jan 23, 2024 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

2. Apr 13, 2023 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

3. May 7, 2021 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

4. Nov 8, 2019 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

5. Nov 1, 2019 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   5 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Over 20 rat droppings noted scattered on floor in rear storage area. Instd to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize affected areas and contact pest control for service. Extreme clutter noted in same area, unnecessary equipment, etc. Instd to remove clutter and organize area. Citation issued 7-38-020(a). Priority foundation.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Rear door not rodent proof, approx 1/4 inch gap at frame of door. Instd to rodent proof same so as to be tight fitting.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Clutter in basement. Instd to remove all clutter and organize area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Floor through out premises along wallbase not clean, excessive debris. Instd to clean and maintain same

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Prevmious core violations not corrected from 6/26/19 report 2300293 not corrected: 58 observed no proof of allergen training on site. Must provide proof of allergen training for all chicago certified food managers. Citation issued 7-42-090 priority foundation.

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: See 60

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

6. Jun 26, 2019 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   4 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 employee health policy on site. Must provide written employee health policy for all employees. Priority foundation violation.

     Official wording (code 3)

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

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no vomit and diarrhea clean up kit/procedure on site. Must provide written procedure for the clean up of vomit and diarrheal events, and corresponding equipment outline in procedure. Priority foundation violation.

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage. Must post hand washing signs at all exposed hand sinks and also in restroom. Must maintain same.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no labels on prepped tcs foods inside coolers. Must properly label all prepped tcs foods with discard date no more than 7 day from preparation date. Must correct and maintain same. Priority foundation violation.

     Official wording (code 23)

     Proper date marking and disposition

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer inside prep cooler. Must provide thermometers in all coolers.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed small leak at pipe below 3 compartment sink (under middle basin). Must repair and maintain same.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed cracked/damaged floor tiles in hallway next to oven. Must repair and maintain same. Observed stock stored directly on floor in rear prep area. Must elevated all stock at least 6 inches above the ground to allow for proper cleaning. Must maintain same.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training on site. Must provide proof of allergen training for all chicago certified food managers.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

7. Jun 8, 2018 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Floors along wall base and in corners need detailed cleaning, free of debris.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Exterior of walk in cooler door not clean. Instd to clean and maintain.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

     Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

     Inspector’s note: Missing metal stem thermometer for taking temperatures below 130f. Instd to provide proper metal stem thermometer.

8. Sep 15, 2017 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   4 general Show violations

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Walls in toilet room and toilet room door not clean and with worn surfaces. Instd to clean and paint wall.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: No exposed handsink under hot and cold running under city pressure in rear dishwashing area where 3-compartment sink located. Instd to install and maintain sink.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Employees personal belongings improperly stored. Instd to store in designated area.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

     Food handler requirements met

     Inspector’s note: Food handler requirements not meet. Instd to meet requirements.

9. Sep 26, 2016 Pass

   Complaint · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Clean the exterior of the deep fryer and the dust on top of the ventilation hood.

10. Feb 19, 2016 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

11. Feb 10, 2016 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical5 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

      Inspector’s note: No toilet paper was provided at the 1st floor employee washroom and the basement washroom is not maintained clean. There is garbage and litter on the floor of the basement washroom and the toilet of the basement washroom is not clean. Management purchased toilet paper at my request and cleaned the basement washroom during the inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated

      Inspector’s note: Observed water overflowing over the top of the grease trap and water leaking from the inlet connection of the grease trap. Management instructed to repair the grease trap or tighten seals so that the grease trap does not leak water. Serious violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean the following items: ventilation hood and filters, wire storage rack next to the deep fryer, interior of microwave, interior of pizza prep cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Reattach the vinyl baseboard to the wall in the basement dough prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide end caps for all light shields in both food prep areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the drain line water leak under the exposed handwashing sink in the 1st floor prep area.

12. Jun 17, 2015 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing top cover for condiment line at pizza prep cooler. Provide same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Wall base next to walk-in cooler in poor repair, hole, loose, etc. Instd to repair same so as to be tight fitting and no holes.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Exposed handsink on 1st floor, loose from wall. Instd to repair same and have level.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Pipe leaking under exposed handsink. Repair same

13. Jun 5, 2015 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    8 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed over 50 mice droppings scattered under stairwell and on floor along wallbase in storage room. Also front entrance door not rodent proof, approx., 1/4 inch gap noted at bottom of door. Instd to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize all affected areas and rodent proof door so as to be tight fitting. Citation issued 7-38-020. Recommend to contact pest control for additional service.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing top cover for condiment line at pizza prep cooler. Provide same. Condensor leaking in cooler. Repair same. All freezers with excessive ice build-up. Instd to remove excessive ice and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All equipment needs cleaning free of excessive dust, debris including: exterior of all coolers and pizza over including motors and attached hardware, interior bottom of fryer, interior of cooking hood and filters, fan covers of coolers. Instd to clean and maintain same. Large pizza spatula/utensil used for taking pizza out of oven unclean and stored on trash container. Instd to store properly.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor through out under and behind heavy equipment and along wallbase not clean. Clean same and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Exterior wall base next to walk-in cooler in poor repair, hole, loose, etc. Instd to repair same. Wall behind prep cooler not clean. Clean same and maintain. Toilet room door (both sides) and walls of toilet room not clean and worn surfaces. Instd to clean and paint same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-burner stove not under ventilation system. Instd to have completely under hood or remove from premises. Exposed handsink on 1st floor, loose from wall. Instd to repair same and have level.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Cleaning supplies improperly stored. Instd to store properly. Unnecessary/non-business related articles, clutter in rear storage including large pick up truck cab unit. Instd to remove any unnecessary articles and organize.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Food hanlder not wearing hair restraint. Instd to do so.

14. Jun 17, 2014 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

15. Jun 9, 2014 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical10 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Observed refrigerator at 55.6 f no potentially hazardous food was found within cooler. Critical violation 7-38-005 (a)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed rear door of kitchen with 1/4 inch gap in bottom of door. Rodent proof bottom of door and make sure no light is visible from sides or top. Serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago food service manager present at time of inspection while potentially hazardous food was being prepared and served including raw sausage. Serious violation 7-38-012(a)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood within kitchen on wall near pizza oven paint or seal wood so that it is smooth and easily cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed interior of both reach in refrigerators unclean with food spills and food accumulation. Clean and maintian all interior or all reach in refrigerators.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed fryer vents unclean and vents missing. Clean and replace missing vents above fryers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed leak at faucet of 3 compartment sink. Repair and maintain leak.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dishcharge line in walk in cooler hanging down and discharging into bucket. Line must be properly plumbed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Onserved no thermometer in reach in refrigerator near pizza oven. Install and maintain thermometers in all refrigerators.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed employee drinks and other personal items in various refrigerators and randomly around kitchen and other food prep areas. Make sure all employee items are in a designated area at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed rear prep room with excess clutter with children's bicycle and other material not pertaining to restaurant. Remove all unnecessary articles and clean and organize rear prep room to avoid any pest harbor age.

16. Sep 20, 2013 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Prep cooler condensor line leaking. Repair same. Improper stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Provide proper stoppers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor in basement in corners need detailed cleaning, dust/spiderwebs.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Rear door threshold loose, instd to re attach same. Interior of hood with excessive dust accumulation. Ceiling in prep area not clean. Clean same.

17. Sep 27, 2011 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior of freezer with excessive ice build-up. Remove excessive ice build-up.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Exterior hardware/motor of pizza over and exterior of cooking hood with dust accumulation. Clean same and maintain. Instd to clean and paint worn surfaces on walls and door of toilet room.

18. Oct 15, 2010 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID & DOOR GASKET ON PIZZA PREP COOLER,MISSING OUTLET COVER.MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK & MOP SINK IN BASEMENT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLE,FRYER.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 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.MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK IN COOLER &IN BOTH PREP AREAS & END CAPS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 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.MUST REPLACE MISSING FILTER AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION IN 1ST FL. TOILET ROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.CHEST FREEZERS

19. Oct 8, 2010 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    10 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #157231 5/11/09 NOT CORRECTED.#32 MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.#33 MUST CLEAN DUST FROM PIPES,WIRES & CHAINS,VENT COVER ON COMPRESSOR UNIT IN WALK IN COOLER,SHELVING UNITS.#34 MUST CLEAN FLOOR UNDER ,AROUND,ALONG WALLBASES THROUGHOUT.MUST REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR TILES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.#35 MUST CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT & REAR EXIT DOOR HAS FOOD DEBRI.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE FRONT & REAR DOOR SWEEPS NEEDS ADJUSTMENT,MISSING& DAMAGED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT,MISSING WALL BASES IN 1ST FL. & BASEMENT PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABLE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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 REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID & DOOR GASKET ON PIZZA PREP COOLER,MISSING OUTLET COVER.MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK & MOP SINK IN BASEMENT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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 CLEAN ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLE,FRYER.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED TRIM ON EXTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER,DAMAGED WALLS & LEDGES THROUGHOUT,LOOSE WALLBASES IN TOILET ROOM.MUST SECURE HAND SINK & MOPSINK TO WALL IN BASEMENT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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.MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK IN COOLER &IN BOTH PREP AREAS & END CAPS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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.PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILET ROOM DOOR IN BASEMENT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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.MUST REPLACE MISSING FILTER AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION IN 1ST FL. TOILET ROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.CHEST FREEZERS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 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.MUST REMOVE ARTICLES & ORGANIZE FROM SHELVING UNIT IN BASEMENT.