Chicago Department of Public Health reports Pass with Conditions for PRIMO PIZZA on .
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Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2629392
Location recorded for this inspection · PRIMO PIZZA · 5600 N CLARK ST
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
22
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED CHICKEN AT 44F, GYRO SAUCE AT 45F, AND CHEESES AT 45-47F. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD FOODS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Inspection history
Chicago publishes inspection reports dating back to 2010. The city changed its procedures on July 1, 2018.
ComplaintPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2612829
Location recorded for this inspection · PRIMO PIZZA · 5600 N CLARK ST
Recorded violations
40
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: ALL FOOD PREPARERS MUST WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS.
49
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: NOTED EXCESSIVE RUST ON METAL RACK SHELVING IN THE FRONT PREP TWO DOOR "DR. PEPPER" COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST/REPAINT.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: ALL STORED ITEMS IN THE FRONT PREP MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS.
Canvass Re-InspectionPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2602845
Location recorded for this inspection · PRIMO PIZZA · 5600 N CLARK ST
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
1
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
2
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
41
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: 3-304.14--- WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
57
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13---- NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES.
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
7
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2602375
Location recorded for this inspection · PRIMO PIZZA · 5600 N CLARK ST
Recorded violations
1
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: PERSON IN CHARGE DURING THE INSPECTION WITHOUT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
2
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
38
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: REAR KITCHEN SCREENED DOOR WITH AN OPEN 1/2 INCH GAP ON THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD OF THE DOOR. ALSO THE METAL SCREEN DOOR WITH LARGE OPENINGS ALLOWING ENTRY FOR FLIES. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT MESH TO PREVENT FLY ENTRY AND A TIGHT FITTING SEAL ON THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD.
41
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
52
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: MUST NOT DISPOSE OF MOP BUCKET WASTE WATER IN THE OUTDOOR SEWAGE DRAIN.
57
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES.
60
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2586216 ON 12-4-23 NOT CORRECTED.#10- NOTED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASH SINK.#47- NOTED RUSTY AND DIRTY SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON-TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND - OR REPLACE.#47-: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE PREP SERVICE COOLER DOOR OF WALK-IN COOLER ALL AT THE KITCHEN PREP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND - OR REPLACE.#53-: NOTED WASHROOMS ON PREMISES WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL WOMEN WASHROOMS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS.#55- INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALLBASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT, ESPECIALLY INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER UNIT. MUST ALSO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DIRTY FANS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER.#58- NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. (EXPIRED LICENSE). INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
7
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2586216
Location recorded for this inspection · PRIMO PIZZA · 5600 N CLARK ST
Recorded violations
6
PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE - Comments: NOTED EMPLOYEES DRINKING AND PREPARING FOOD IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR EMPLOYEES TO DRINK AND EAT AND NOT AT THE PREP AREAS.
10
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NOTED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASH SINK.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE PREP SERVICE COOLER DOOR OF WALK-IN COOLER ALL AT THE KITCHEN PREP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND - OR REPLACE.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED RUSTY AND DIRTY SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON-TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND - OR REPLACE.
53
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: NOTED WASHROOMS ON PREMISES WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL WOMEN WASHROOMS AND UNISEX WASH ROOMS.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALLBASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT, ESPECIALLY INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER UNIT. MUST ALSO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DIRTY FANS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER.
58
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. (EXPIRED LICENSE). INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2564287
Location recorded for this inspection · PRIMO PIZZA · 5600 N CLARK ST
Recorded violations
38
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: : 6-202.15-- NOTED THE REAR METAL SCREEN DOOR WAS NOT RODENT OR INSECT PROOFED. NO TIGHT FITTING SEALS ON ALL SIDES AND LARGE OPENING IN METAL MESH. MUST PROVIDE A SMALL, TIGHT MESH FOR SCREENING, TIGHT-FITTING SEALS ON ALL SIDES, TOP AND BOTTOM THRESHOLD OF THE DOOR.
41
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: : 3-304.14-- SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREA MUST BE HELD IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
49
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13-- EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE METAL RACK SHELVING INSIDE THE FRONT PREP TALL REACH-IN COOLER AND THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REMOVE RUST, RE-PAINT/SEAL, OR REPLACE.
CanvassPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
10
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2563618
Location recorded for this inspection · PRIMO PIZZA · 5600 N CLARK ST
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
22
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS WERE FOUND HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN THE PIZZA PREP COOLER MENTIONED IN VIOLATION #33. APPROXIMATELY 3 LBS PEPPERONI AT 49.5 AND SAUSAGE AT 46.9F. ALL FOODS DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
33
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: THE REAR PIZZA PREP COOLER IS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE TEMPERATURE. NOTED WITH AN AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 52.8F WITH FOOD SUCH AS PEPPERONI @ 49.5F. COOLER TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND MAINTAINS A TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
38
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NOTED THE REAR METAL SCREEN DOOR WAS NOT RODENT OR INSECT PROOFED. NO TIGHT FITTING SEALS ON ALL SIDES AND LARGE OPENING IN METAL MESH. MUST PROVIDE A SMALL, TIGHT MESH FOR SCREENING, TIGHT-FITTING SEALS ON ALL SIDES, TOP AND BOTTOM THRESHOLD OF THE DOOR.
39
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: MUST PROVIDE LOCKS FOR THE BOX FREEZERS LOCATED IN THE DINING ROOM WITH CUSTOMER ACCESS.
41
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREA MUST BE HELD IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
43
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: NOTED KNIFE STORED IMPROPERLY BETWEEN CUTTING BOARD AND PRP COOLER. IT MUST BE PROPERLY STORE.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE PLASTIC GARBAGE BAGS OR PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS AS FOOD CONTAINERS INSIDE FREEZERS AND COOLERS.
49
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE METAL RACK SHELVING INSIDE THE FRONT PREP TALL REACH-IN COOLER AND THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REMOVE RUST, RE-PAINT/SEAL, OR REPLACE.-----MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING ABOVE THE PIZZA PREP COOLER AND UNDER THE MICROWAVE OVEN.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED SOILED MOP HEAD STORED ON THE FLOOR NEXT TO THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST STORE INVERTED OUTSIDE OF FOOD AREAS.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CEILING LIGHT SHIELDS WERE NOTED WITH EXCESSIVE DEAD INSECTS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
CanvassPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
2
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2523914
Location recorded for this inspection · PRIMO PIZZA · 5600 N CLARK ST
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
5
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND NO DISPOSABLE APRONS, PAPER TOWELS, TRASH BAGS, SANITIZING SOLUTION ETC. INSIDE VOMIT SPILL KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION WAS ISSUED.7-38-005 MUST PROVIDE MISSING ITEMS OR PURCHASE NEW VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL SPILL KIT.
49
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: FOUND SHELF ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
Short Form ComplaintPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Short Form Complaint
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2386639
Location recorded for this inspection · PRIMO PIZZA · 5600 N CLARK ST
Recorded violations
38
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15-OBSERVED ABOUT A 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A RODENT PROOF STRIP TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.11-OBSERVED TORN GASKETS IN PREP COOLER IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.13-OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTER INSIDE OF MICROWAVE IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19-OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT OR REPLACE SHELVES THAT ARE CORROSION-RESISTANT, SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.
ComplaintPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2385654
Location recorded for this inspection · PRIMO PIZZA · 5600 N CLARK ST
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
38
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED ABOUT A 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A RODENT PROOF STRIP TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED TORN GASKETS IN PREP COOLER IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTER INSIDE OF MICROWAVE IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT OR REPLACE SHELVES THAT ARE CORROSION-RESISTANT, SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.
64
MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS - Comments: UPON ENTERING THE ESTABLISHMENT, OBSERVED EMPLOYEES NOT WEARING MASKS WHILE PREPPING FOOD AND SERVING CUSTOMERS. Any individual who is over age two and able to medically tolerate a face-covering (a mask or cloth face-covering) shall be required to cover their nose and mouth with a face covering when in a public place and unable to maintain a six-foot social distance. Face-coverings are required in public indoor spaces such as stores. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY INSTRUCTED STAFF TO WEAR A MASK.
ComplaintPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2359384
Location recorded for this inspection · PRIMO PIZZA · 5600 N CLARK ST
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
5
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: ESTABLISHMENT HAS SOME SUPPLIES FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEA KIT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES AS OUTLINED IN POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
10
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
60
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS CORE NOT CORRECTED FROM 7/9/2019, REPORT #2300843. #57-FOODHANDLERS AT PREMISES WITH NO FOODHANLDER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE. #58- NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES WHO OBTAIN THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2300843
Location recorded for this inspection · PRIMO PIZZA · 5600 N CLARK ST
Recorded violations
36
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: FOUND NO HANGING THERMOMETER FOR REACH IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE.
57
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: FOODHANDLERS AT PREMISES WITH NO FOODHANLDER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
58
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: FOODHANDLERS AT PREMISES WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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How results compare in ZIP 60660
168 of 234 establishments with a Pass, Pass with Conditions or Fail outcome since July 1, 2018 have a Pass outcome.
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