PASS
Risk 1 (High)
NELLA PIZZERIA E PASTA Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
December 31, 2024
License
License #2997223
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: WHITE FLOUR LIKE SUBSTANCE/INGREDIENT STORED AT THE COOKING AREA NOT PROTECTED/COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER TO PREVENT ANY CONTAMINATION. MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: THE RIGHT WASHBOWL IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM DOES NOT WORK. THE HOT WATER KNOB ON THE HAND WASHING SINK ON THE COOKING LINE LEAKS. INSTRUCTED TO FIX THE WASHBOWL, LEAK AND MAINTAIN GOOD PLUMBING.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: THE RIGHT WASHBOWL IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM DOES NOT WORK. THE HOT WATER KNOB ON THE HAND WASHING SINK ON THE COOKING LINE LEAKS. INSTRUCTED TO FIX THE WASHBOWL, LEAK AND MAINTAIN GOOD PLUMBING.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection