Pass

Falco's Pizza

2806 W 40th Pl, Chicago, IL 60632

Restaurant ZIP 60632 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Aug 7, 2026

Falco's Pizza was last inspected on August 7, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.

Latest inspection

August 7, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection

Pass

Result: Pass

2 general
  • GeneralFood handling

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

    Inspector’s note: 4-903.12: observed no right splash guard installed in between drain board of left compartment of three compartment sink and handwashing sink in dishwashing area with low temperature dish machine. Instructed to install right splash guard in between drain board of left compartment of three compartment sink and handwashing sink to prevent contamination of equipment. Observed no right and left splash guards on handwashing sink in between ice bin and three compartment sink left drainboard in bar. Instructed to install right and left splash guards on handwashing sink in bar to prevent contamination of equipment on left drainboard of three compartment sink and ice in ice bin

    Official wording (code 44)

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

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: 4-101.19: observed rust on multiple shelving units in walk in cooler closer to cookline and pizza prep area. Instructed to remove rust from shelving units in said walk in cooler, instructed nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be constructed of a corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material for ease of cleanability.

    Official wording (code 47)

    Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspection history

29 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed animal derived food that can be served undercooked or cooked to order with no asterisk identifying it as such. Instructed to add an asterisk to all animal derived foods that can be served undercooked or cooked to order. Observed no disclosure on menu stating that asterisked animal derived food is served undercooked or cooked to order. Instructed to add disclosure to menu stating that asterisked animal derived food is served undercooked or cooked to order. Observed no reminder statement on menu. Instructed to add reminder statement to menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed over 200 mouse droppings in facility. Observed mouse droppings in areas such as storage rooms, bar, prep areas and dishwashing area. Instructed to eliminate rodent activity, remove mouse droppings and clean affected areas. Recommended licensed pest control company service facility on or after 7/31/2026. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no right splash guard installed in between drain board of left compartment of three compartment sink and handwashing sink in dishwashing area with low temperature dish machine. Instructed to install right splash guard in between drain board of left compartment of three compartment sink and handwashing sink to prevent contamination of equipment. Observed no right and left splash guards on handwashing sink in between ice bin and three compartment sink left drainboard in bar. Instructed to install right and left splash guards on handwashing sink in bar to prevent contamination of equipment on left drainboard of three compartment sink and ice in ice bin.

      Official wording (code 44)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed rust on multiple shelving units in walk in cooler closer to cookline and pizza prep area. Instructed to remove rust from shelving units in said walk in cooler, instructed nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be constructed of a corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material for ease of cleanability.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed non working light in dishwashing area near dish machine. Instructed to repair or replace non working light in dishwashing area near dish machine to increase light intensity.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: At time of inspection facility provided expired proof of food handler training for food handlers. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: At time of inspection facility provided no allergen awareness training certificate for one employee with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate. Instructed to provide proof of allergen awareness training for all employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  2. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: missing proper stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Instd to provide proper stoppers and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.14 ventilation system above both hot holding line (fryers, grill) and above pizza oven with heavy dust, grease and debris. Instd to clean and maintain same

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  3. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Low temperature warewashing unit unable to sanitzite, 0 ppm of chlorine when tested multiple cycles. Unit not being used at time of inspection. Held for inspection tag placed on unit and instd not to use unit repaired and reinspected by cdph. Instd to use 3-compartment sink to properly wash, rinse and sanitize mulit use equipment. Priority violation 7-38-025

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Missing proper stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Instd to provide proper stoppers and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation system above both hot holding line (fryers, grill) and above pizza oven with heavy dust, grease and debris. Instd to clean and maintain same

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk containers(oregano) not labeled with common name. Instructed person in charge to label all bulk ingredients not in original container.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed two door freezer with tape on gasket. Instructed person in charge to repair gasket and remove tape.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in employee unisex restroom. Instructed person in charge to provide covered receptacle and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed damaged floor tiles on side of ice machine. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain. Observed damage ceiling tile in carryout pick area near counter. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed buckets stored on floor in walk in cooler, observed boxes stored on floor in walk in freezer. Instructed person in charge to maintain all items at least six inches from floor and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  5. No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

  6. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Dry storage containers in rear not labeled. Instd to label with common name and maintain (salt, pepper, etc)

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Containers of dough on walk in cooler floor. Instd to elevate 6 inches and maintain

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

  7. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b): missing thermometers in pizza prep coolers. Instd to obtain and maintain on site

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: leak at pipe under warewash machine. Isntd to repair and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 section of ceiling water damaged with peeling paint near walk in cooler (north end). Wall paneling loose from wall across from warewashing machine. Instd to repair same and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  8. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Low temperature warewashing machine unable to sanitize, 0 ppm of chlorine tested. Machine not being used at this time. Machine is tagged and held for inspection at this time until repaired and reinspected by cdph. Priority violation 7-38-025

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Missing thermometers in pizza prep coolers. Instd to obtain and maintain on site

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Leak at pipe under warewash machine. Isntd to repair and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Section of ceiling water damaged with peeling paint near walk in cooler (north end). Wall paneling loose from wall across from warewashing machine. Instd to repair same and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  9. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Missing proper stoppers for 3-c0mpartment sink. Instd to provide and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Window frame behind pizza prep cooler in poor repair, crumbling surface. Instd to repair and maintain surface, smooth, even and easily cleanable

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Light out in storage room. Instd to repair and maintain

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  10. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    7 critical3 general2 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 hand washing sink in dish area. Must install an exposed, dedicated hand sink with hot/cold water, soap and paper towels, and a hand washing sign. Must install and maintain same. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed hand sink in prep (near fryers) inaccessible. Hand sink partially blocked by shelving unit. Hot/cold water turned off at pipes below hand sink. Instructed hand sink must have hot/cold water available and be easily accessible at all times. Operator turned on water at pipes during inspection, and relocated shelving unit. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels at bar hand sink, nor at hand sink in pizza prep area. Must provide sanitary means to dry hands, easily accessible at all hand sinks at all times. Operator provide rolls of paper towels at both hand sinks during inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). See violation 5-205.11 for citation.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no signage at hand sinks throughout facility. Must provide signage at all hand washing and washbowl sinks throughout. 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 improper dates 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 thermometers in beverage coolers, nor in sausage cooler in pizza prep area. Must place a thermometer inside all refrigeration in a conspicuous spot. Must maintain same.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed clean in place equipment (dough machines, mixers, etc.) throughout prep area. Instructed must provide a written, method (and demonstrate) to properly wash, rinse and sanitize all pots/utensils.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed washbowl sink on the right in disrepair in the ladies room. Must repair and maintain same.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed several expired food handler certificates. Instructed must provide proof of current, valid food handler certifications for all food handling employees.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • 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

  11. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Using grocery bags to store dough, instd to store in food grade containers, rubber gaskets of the hot holding unit in rear prep area in poor repair torn/loose. Instd to repair 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: Hole in wall in mens toilet room, instd to seal same. Wall in rear prep area in poor repair, instructed to repair and have smooth, even, easily cleanable surface, ceiling in rear prep area peeling surfaces.instd to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: One handsink in ladies toilet room in poor repair, instd to repair and maintain.

  12. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    7 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: Over 10 mice droppings in storage room where multi use utensils are stored. Instd to remove droppings, clean and sanitize area. Recommend to contact pest control for service. Violation 7-38-020 serious.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Outside garbage area not maintained , all 3 dumpsters overflowing with exposed garbage , and excessive grease on surrounding area. Instd to clean and maintain. Violation 7-38-020 serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Using grocery bags to store dough. Instd to store in food grade containers. Rubber gaskets of hot holding units in rear prep area in poor repair, torn/loose. Instd to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Bar gun holders, cutting boards and interior of fryers not clean. Instd to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor under and around equipment not clean in front bar area. Instd to clean and maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Hole in wall in mens toilet room. Instd to seal same. Wall in rear prep area in poor repair. Instd to repair and have smooth, even, easily cleanable surface. Ceiling in rear prep area with peeling surfaces. Instd to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: One handsink in ladies toilet room in poor repair. Instd to repair and maintain all toilet rooms handsinks.

  13. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The cold plate and drain lines are in contact with consumable ice in the ice bin behind the bar. Management instructed to separate cold plate and drain lines from consumable ice.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the interior of the 1 door standup condiment cooler and exterior of oven next to the deep fryers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the buckled flooring in the walk-in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the walls in the dishwash area and provide a smooth and easily cleanable surface.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Provide additional lighting in the dishwash area. Must install light shields and end caps for the light fixtures on the wall above the steam table.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace the missing handle for the hot water at the right side handwashing sink in the men's room.

  14. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Cracked lightshields in pizza prep area. Replace same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Food handlers requirments not met. No records, logs provided. Instd to provide proper requirements.

  15. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  16. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 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: Over 50 mice droppings noted scattered on floor along wallbase in dry storage room and in furnace room. Instd to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize all affected areas. Recommend to contact pest control for service. Citation issued 7-38-020 serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior panel of ice machine, exterior sides of fryer 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: Loose wallbase behind ice machine. Instd to repair same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing faucet handle at mens toilet room handsink.

  17. Pass

    Suspected Food Poisoning Re-inspection · Pass

    18 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket at reach in refrigerator in pizza station. Repair and maintain gaskets.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dough mixer with peeling/chipping metal. Dough mixer must be refinished so that no peeling/chipping metal falls into dough.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed splash guard needed at handwash sink in rear prep area. Install and maintain splash guard.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed shelves with soda syrup rusty. Remove rust and restore surface to a smooth easily cleanable surface.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: : observed heavy grease accumulation on cooking vents above stove. Clean and maintain cooking vents

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed heavy dust accumulation on chain above food prep area. Observed heavy dust accumulation on wall vent above food prep table. Clean and maintain chain and vent

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed large can opener with unclean blade and holder. Clean and maintain can opener blade and holder.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed reach in refrigerator in pizza food prep area with unclean handles. Clean and maintain handles of reach in refrigerator.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed sides of equipment of stoves and fryers unclean. Clean and maintain sides of equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors under fryers unclean. Clean and miantain floors under fryers

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed unclean ceiling above pizza oven with heavy dust accumulation. Clean and maintain ceiling above pizza oven.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cob webs in corner of ceiling near ice machine. Clean and maintain ceiling.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed wall behind 3 compartment sink with unclean caulk. Clean and maintain caulk behind 3 compartment sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Some light shields need end caps. Make sure all lights are sheilded with proper end caps.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed backflow device needed on water supply to ice machine. Install and maintain backflow device

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometers present within reach in coolers. All refrigerators must have internal or external thermometer that is easy to read and checked often to ensure refrigerator is maintaining 40f or less at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk food items without labels. All bulk food needs to be labeled.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed scoops within food products. Store all scoops outside of food product.

  18. Fail

    Suspected Food Poisoning · Fail

    1 critical19 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 10 lbs of mozzarella cheese ranging in temperatures from 51.3 to 58.0f valued approximately $15. Observed approximately 5lbs of raw sausage at a temperature ranging from 50.4 and 51.3 f valued at approximately $8. All cheese and sausage discarded and denatured. Critical violation 7-38-005 (a)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3 compartment sink, in rear dough prep room, with water backing up into all compartments when water is run. 3 compartment sink must drain properly when water is run. Serious violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dough mixer with peeling/chipping metal. Dough mixer must be refinished so that no peeling/chipping metal falls into dough.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed shelves with soda syrup rusty. Remove rust and restore surface to a smooth easily cleanable surface.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket at reach in refrigerator in pizza station. Repair and maintain gaskets.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed splash guard needed at handwash sink in rear prep area. Install and maintain splash guard.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed large can opener with unclean blade and holder. Clean and maintain can opener blade and holder.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed reach in refrigerator in pizza food prep area with unclean handles. Clean and maintain handles of reach in refrigerator.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed heavy grease accumulation on cooking vents above stove. Clean and maintain cooking vents

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed heavy dust accumulation on chain above food prep area. Observed heavy dust accumulation on wall vent above food prep table. Clean and maintain chain and vent.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed sides of equipment of stoves and fryers unclean. Clean and maintain sides of equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors under fryers unclean. Clean and miantain floors under fryers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cob webs in corner of ceiling near ice machine. Clean and maintain ceiling.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed wall behind 3 compartment sink with unclean caulk. Clean and maintain caulk behind 3 compartment sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed unclean ceiling above pizza oven with heavy dust accumulation. Clean and maintain ceiling above pizza oven.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Some light shields need end caps. Make sure all lights are sheilded with proper end caps.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed backflow device needed on water supply to ice machine. Install and maintain backflow device.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometers present within reach in coolers. All refrigerators must have internal or external thermometer that is easy to read and checked often to ensure refrigerator is maintaining 40f or less at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk food items without labels. All bulk food needs to be labeled.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed scoops within food products. Store all scoops outside of food product.

  19. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Observed refrigerator running at 49.3 f. No potentially hazardous food found within refrigerator. Refrigerator tagged. Critical violation 7-38-005 (a)

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 2 hand wash stations with no soap (one behind bar and one as i entered the kitchen). Soap provided during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket at reach in refrigerator in pizza station. Repair and maintain gaskets.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed heavy grease accumulation on cooking vents above stove. Clean and maintain cooking vents.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometers present within reach in coolers. All refrigerators must have internal or external thermometer that is easy to read and checked often to ensure refrigerator is maintaining 40f or less at all times.

  20. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Cover missing for ice bin in bar area. Replace same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inbetween fryers not clean, excessive debris. 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: Seal small holes noted in walls in ladies toilet room. All vents thru-out including toilet rooms need cleaning, free of dust accumulation. Lightshields thru-out need detailed cleaning. Walls in pizza prep area not clean. Instd to clean same and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Lights in toilet rooms in poor repair. Replace same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-burner stove not completely under ventilation system. Instd to have completely under ventilation. Employee toilet room windows unable to open, painted shut. Instd to have able to open or provide mechanical ventilation. Faucet handle at one sink in womens toilet room, in poor repair. Instd to have all in good repair.

  21. Pass

    Consultation · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Cutting board near hot holding unit in rear prep area has open seams must replace

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of deep fryer in the rear prep area has grease build-up on equipment

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers inside all reach-in coolers and chest prep coolers in the food prep areas

  22. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Cutting board near hot holding unit in rear prep area has open seams must replace

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of deep fryer in the rear prep area has grease build-up on equipment

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers inside all reach-in coolers and chest prep coolers in the food prep areas

  23. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 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 between 20 to 25 mice droppings on floor along wall base and corners in a storage room where the hot water tank is stored,also observed between 15 to 20 mice droppings in a delivery storage room on floor underneath shelving recommended to contact pest control operator citation issued 7-38-020

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Cutting board near hot holding unit in rear prep area has open seams must replace

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of deep fryer in the rear prep area has grease build-up on equipment

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Light shield cover needed in the storage room in rear of premises

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers inside all reach-in coolers and chest prep coolers in the food prep areas

  24. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • 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. PAINT THE RUSTY RACKS WHERE NEEDED STORE ROOM, WALKIN COOLER, WALKIN FREEZER ECT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. CLEAN THE FRYERS, CABINET BELOW AND THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE HAS GREASE BUILDUP.

    • 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. THE WALLS IN THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM HAS GRAFFITI ALL OVER THEM. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT THE WALLS AND STALL DOORS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters. THE STALL DOORS IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE SAME.

    • 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. NEED TO PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE TO THE FAUCET AT THE UTILITY/MOP SINK.

  25. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Install exposed handsink at bar area

  26. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Install exposed handsink at bar area.

  27. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABLE & DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS. All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.

    • 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 REMOVE RUST FROM PREP & STEAM TABLE,PIZZA COOLER SHELVES.

    • 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 FILTER VENT AT OVEN,PICK UP SERVICE COUNTER,PREP COOLERS,PREP TABLES,CAN OPENER,ALL SHELVING UNITS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN DINING,PREP AREA,BAR AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING & DAMAGED WALL TRIM & WALL BASES WHERE NEEDED,HOLE IN WALL IN VESTIBULE & FURNANCE ROOM,BAR AREA.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON CEILING OVER OVEN & MEN'S & WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS,FRONT DOOR SWEEP WORN.

  28. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities.OBSERVED HOT HOLDING UNIT AT 99.3F NO FOOD BEING STORED INSIDE AT THIS TIME.PLACED A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG ON UNIT ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      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.OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LIDS DAMAGED ON DUMPSTER NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TO BE TIGHT FITTING.

    • 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 & DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS.

    • 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 REMOVE RUST FROM PREP & STEAM TABLE,PIZZA COOLER SHELVES.

    • 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 FILTER VENT AT OVEN,PICK UP SERVICE COUNTER,PREP COOLERS,PREP TABLES,CAN OPENER,ALL SHELVING UNITS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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.MUST CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN DINING,PREP AREA,BAR AREA.

    • 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 CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING & DAMAGED WALL TRIM & WALL BASES WHERE NEEDED,HOLE IN WALL IN VESTIBULE & FURNANCE ROOM,BAR AREA.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON CEILING OVER OVEN & MEN'S & WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS,FRONT DOOR SWEEP WORN.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 3 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.