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PASTA FRESH

3418 N HARLEM AVE · Chicago, IL 60634

Grocery Store

Chicago Department of Public Health reports Pass for PASTA FRESH on .

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Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2637100

Location recorded for this inspection · PASTA FRESH · 3418 N HARLEM AVE

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

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Inspection history

Chicago publishes inspection reports dating back to 2010. The city changed its procedures on July 1, 2018.

CanvassPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1933174

Location recorded for this inspection · PASTA FRESH · 3418 N HARLEM AVE

The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 6

    HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: OBSERVED COOK FRYING FOODS (CALZONES) ON STOVE AND HANDLING WITH BARE HANDS AFTER COOKING PRODUCT, PUTTING FOODS INTO CONTAINER, NOT WEARING GLOVES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION OR USING UTENSILS TO PICK UP FOODS, INSTRUCTED TO USE UTENSILS OR WEAR GLOVES TO TOUCH READY TO EAT FOODS, PREVIOUSLY INSTRUCTED NOT TO HANDLE FOODS WITH BARE HANDS ON LAST REPORT, CRITICAL CITATION: 7-38-010 (A)

  • 21

    * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE PREPARING, SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD, CHEESE LASAGNA, MEAT LASAGNA, WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION, WHEN FOODS ARE BEING COOKED HAND AND PREPARED, A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY, SERIOUS CITATION: 7-38-012

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THREE COMPARTMENT SINK REAR PREP AREA AND SHELVES IN WALK-IN NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO EXPOSED HAND SINK REAR PREP AREAS, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL,

  • 41

    PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: STORAGE AREA AT OTHER SIDE OF STORE CLUTTERED, NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO BETTER CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1561359

Location recorded for this inspection · PASTA FRESH · 3418 N HARLEM AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO FINISH UNFINISHED RAW WOOD WALL IN BASEMENT REAR STORAGE.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDERNEATH 3RD COMPARTMENT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (ACROSS WALK-IN COOLER/WALK-IN FREEZER) IN PREP AREA.--------INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1506298

Location recorded for this inspection · PASTA FRESH · 3418 N HARLEM AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 30

    FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Found some food items not properly dated in walk in freezer, must properly date food items in walk in freezer.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Non food contact surfaces of prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need cleaning(detailed).

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Floors in rear kitchen prep areas under heavy equipment, storage shelving not clean, need cleaning(corners), floors in bsmt storage areas not clean, need cleaning(corners).

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Walls, doors that had exposed raw wood, peeling paint in bsmt storage areas, shall be repaired/sealed.

  • 41

    PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1471341

Location recorded for this inspection · PASTA FRESH · 3418 N HARLEM AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Caulk around 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Floors under heavy equipment, exposed hand sink in prep area not clean, needs cleaning. Floors in bsmt storage room not clean, need detailed cleaning.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Ceiling in rear kitchen area, had exposed raw wood, peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed. Walls that had exposed plaster in bsmt storage areas, shall be repaired/sealed.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1329221

Location recorded for this inspection · PASTA FRESH · 3418 N HARLEM AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 30

    FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in freezer, must date an label food items in walk in freezer.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Ceiling tiles in rear kitchen prep area not clean, need cleaning.

  • 36

    LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Light shields in kitchen prep area not clean, need cleaning(detailed).

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Exhaust canopy in kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1234604

Location recorded for this inspection · PASTA FRESH · 3418 N HARLEM AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYER AND STEAMER WITH GREASE BUILD-UP IN REAR KITCHEN.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: NOTED WALL BEHIND EXPOSED HAND SINK IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND/OR REPAIR.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT (2) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

  • 41

    PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED BEHIND EXIT DOOR LEADING TO BASEMENT TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
557274

Location recorded for this inspection · PASTA FRESH · 3418 N HARLEM AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Raw wood storage shelves in basement not maintained. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Can opener, storage shelves under prep tables and stove not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Floors in corners and along side of equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

  • 36

    LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Walk-in freezer light bulb not shielded. Instructed to sheild bulb or install shatter proof bulb.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Faucet at neck leaking at both three compartment sinks. Instructed to repair to prevent leaks. Drainline under three compartment in middle leaking at right side. Instructed to repair to prevent leak.

Short Form ComplaintPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Short Form Complaint
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
459779

Location recorded for this inspection · PASTA FRESH · 3418 N HARLEM AVE

The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

  • 40

    REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST CALIBRATE THERMOMETER ,MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN DISPLAY COOLER MUST BE 40F OR BELOW

CanvassPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
6
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
419571

Location recorded for this inspection · PASTA FRESH · 3418 N HARLEM AVE

The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 21

    * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE PREPARING,SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS -CHEESE LASAGNA,MEAT LASAGNA ,CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS VIOLATION,MUST AT ALL TIMES A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. EXTERIOR BOTTOM PARTS OF FRONT DISPLAY COOLER UNCLEAN, MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. RUBBER GASKET IN WALK IN COOLER MUST BE FIXED OR REPLACED;SHELVES IN REAR PREP AREA UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR IN REAR KITCHEN AROUND EQUIPMENT UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. PEELING PAINT IN HANDSINK WALL MUST BE REPAINTED W/ NON TOXIC

  • 40

    REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.MUST CALIBRATE THERMOMETER ,MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN DISPLAY COOLER MUST BE 40F OR BELOW

CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
284660

Location recorded for this inspection · PASTA FRESH · 3418 N HARLEM AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

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Chicago Department of Public Health via the City of Chicago Data Portal. Reference license 22997.

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