PASS
Risk 1 (High)
THE PASTA BOWL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 7, 2025
Canvass
License #2578687
4
Total Violations
1
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 7, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED PACKAGED DESSERTS IN GRAB AND GO DISPLAY COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED WITH INGREDIENTS, NET WEIGHT, ALLERGENS, BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL PACKAGED FOODS IN GRAB AND GO DISPLAY COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS LINER ON STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND ENSURE ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLENABLE.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVEED FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR.INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND ENSURE FLOOR IS FINISHED AND SEALED TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH, NONABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVEED FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR.INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND ENSURE FLOOR IS FINISHED AND SEALED TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH, NONABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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