PASS
Risk 1 (High)
PIZANO'S Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 4, 2017
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2363040
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED RUST ON THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND RUST ON THE DISH DRYING RACKS LOCATED IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING RE-USED AS A FLOOR LINER AND IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED GUN HOLDERS AND SODA GUNS WITH AN ACCUMULATED PINKISH BROWNISH DEBRIS. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS ON THE CONTAINERS FOR THE DOUGH LOCATED INSIDE AND OUT OF THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON THE FLOOR LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE BEER WALK IN COOLER IN THE LOWER LEVEL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED WALL IN POOR REPAIR LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE BEER WALK IN COOLER LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE WALLS LOCATED UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AND ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE CEILING ABOVE THE 1ST FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED WALL IN POOR REPAIR LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE BEER WALK IN COOLER LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE WALLS LOCATED UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AND ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE CEILING ABOVE THE 1ST FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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