FAIL Risk 1 (High)

The Art Of Pizza Inc Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

The Art Of Pizza Inc (AKA: The Art Of Pizza) 3033 N ASHLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60657 Restaurant
November 18, 2019 Canvass License #20873
18
Total Violations
5
Critical
2
Major
11
Minor

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 18, 2019. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 18 violations during this inspection, including 5 critical violations that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

18
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO SOAP PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINK REAR DOUGH PREP AREA.UPON MY REQUEST MANAGER PROVIDED SOAP.MUST PROVIDED SOAP AT ALL TIME AT HANDWASHING SINK FOR PROPER HANDWASHING TO MINIMIZE CONTAMINATION PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINK, REAR DOUGH AREA. UPON MY REQUEST MANAGER PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS.MUST PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS AT SAID SINK."CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION"
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: HANDWASHING SINK IS INSTALLED AT DISH ROOM/PIZZA AREA HOWEVER NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING DUE TO ALL EQUIPMENT ARE INSTALLED A SHAPE OF CIRCLE WITH AN OPENING AT WEST END(SINK IS INSTALLED AT EAST END OF ROOM). MUST REMOVE EQUIPMENT TO HAVE ACCESSIBILITY TO SAID SINK OR MUST INSTALL AN HANDWASHING SINK INSIDE THE CIRCLE OF PREP FOOD AREA. ALSO NOT EASILY ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING IS THE HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT SERVING AREA. RELOCATE SINK OR REMOVE PART OF FRONT COUNTER THAT COVERS THE HANDWASHING SINK."CONSOLITATED WITH ABOVE CITATION"
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #23
CRITICAL
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: NO DATE MARKING OBSERVED AT PREPARED TCS FOODS NOT DATE LABELED. MUST PROPERLY DATE LABELED FOODS WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS ON TCS FOOD(SLICED TOMATOES,COOKED LASAGNA,RIBS ETC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED -
Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.
Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.
Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.
Violation #25
MINOR
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND THE POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD (HAMBURGER RIB-EYE STEAK,ETC) MUST DISCLOSE AND REMIND SUCH ITEMS IN WRITTEN FORM ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. -
Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.
Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: NO THERMOMETER PROVIDED AT PIZZA PREP COOLER(.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: DRY FOOD INGREDIENT MUST AT REAR STORAGE MUST BE LABELED WITH COMMON NAME.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #41
MAJOR
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: DRY WIPING CLOTH AT PREP AREA USED FOR WIPING MUST BE STORED INSIDE A BUCKET WITH SANITIZER SOLUTION
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: BLACK MILK CRATES ARE USED FOR ELEVATION OF FOOD AND NON-FOOD ITEMS INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WITH RAISED SHELF,6" OFF THE FLOOR.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED ON SHELVES AT STORAGE AREA,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AT REACH-IN COOLER BY THE WEST WALL IN MAIN KITCHEN;BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AT REACH IN COOLER IN PIZZA PREP AREA.REPLACE
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: BROKEN HANDLES AT PREP COOLER IN PIZZA AREA,REPLACE BOTH HANDLE,ALSO REPLACE/REPAIR MIDDLE DOOR OF THE SAME UNIT,SLOPPED FROM INCHES.REPAIR/REPLACE SAID DOOR.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: GREASE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE DEEP FRYERS,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FRONT COUNTER,RE-ORGANIZE AND ELEVATE ITEMS SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: BROKEN WALL BEHIND REACH-IN COOLER IN MAIN PREP AREA,REPAIR.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGING ON TOP FOOD TO GO CONTAINERS,LIDS,CUPS ETC.MUST PROVIDE A SEPARATE AREA FOR EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGING ON TOP FOOD TO GO CONTAINERS,LIDS,CUPS ETC.MUST PROVIDE A SEPARATE AREA FOR EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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