Luigi's Pizza Kitchen

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Inspections

1. May 5, 2026 Routine · No items found

   No violations cited.

2. May 5, 2026 Routine · 1 priority, 4 priority foundation, 10 core, 1 repeat
   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS

     I observed raw sausage stored over RTE mozzarella cheese in the Hoshizaki 2dr upright cooler. I observed raw shelled eggs stored over lemons and raw ground beef stored over grated parmesan in the Atosa 3dr cooler. I informed the PIC that RTE foods are stored above raw animal foods. The RTE foods did not appear to show signs of contamination. The PIC had employees reorganize the coolers during the inspection.

     Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Discard ready-to-eat foods that show evidence of contamination.

     Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     RTE/TCS FOOD - PROPER DATE MARKING

     Observed establishment made products in coolers are improperly date marked I discussed with the PIC when the foods were made and the PIC stated the foods were made this morning and would be used today. I informed the PIC that products must be properly date marked with a 7 day shelf life, with day 1 being the day created. The PIC stated they would properly date the items in the cooler.

     Correction: Adjust method or procedures so that all ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, if required, are provided with date marking or an effective method of identifying when a food item has exceeded 7 days. Discard improperly date marked food or food that has past the 7 day shelf life.

     Code 3-501.17 (A)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     RTE/TCS FOOD - COMMERCIALLY PREPARED FOODS DATE MARKING

     Observed multiple open containers of heavy whipping cream in the Atosa 3dr cooler that lacked proper date marking. Observed an open can of tomato paste in the Atose 3dr cooler lacking proper date marking, and observed an open gallon of milk in the Atosa 3dr cooler lacking proper date marking. I informed the PIC that they must adjust methods so that all RTE/TCS foods from a food processing plant must be date marked when the container is opened for a 7 day shelf life. The PIC did discard a container of heavy whipping cream that was past its manufacterer stated best-by date and stated they would adjust dating methods.

     Correction: Adjust method or procedures so that all ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food from a food processing plant is date marked when the container is opened. Discard improperly date marked food or food that has past the 7 day shelf life.

     Code 3-501.17 (B)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     THERMOMETERS - FOOD - ACCURACY

     Observed the stem probe thermometer used in food establishment is not accurate to +/- 5°F. After conducting a side by side measurement with an employee with my stem probe thermometer measuring a precooked meatball in warming red sauce, there was a variance between +/- 5F between my thermometer and the establishment's thermometer. I informed the PIC that they should calibrate their thermometer or see about obtaining a new thermometer soon.

     Correction: Calibrate or replace thermometer.

     Code 4-203.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     USING A HANDWASHING SINK - HANDWASHING ONLY

     Handwashing sink or automatic handwashing facility observed to be blocked by storage bins during inspection and is unavailable for proper handwashing. I informed the PIC and the PIC moved the bins to allow for proper handwashing. I informed the PIC that handwashing sinks must used for handwashing only and must be kept free from obstructions at all times.

     Correction: Keep handwashing sink free of obstructions at all times to allow for frequent handwashing.

     Code 5-205.11 (B)

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     FOOD CONTAMINATION - FOOD PREPARATION

     I observed peeled potatoes in a pot of water placed on the ground. I asked the PIC if the pot of potatoes on the ground was going to be used for cooking and the PIC informed that the potatoes were going to be used after they were prepared some more. I informed the PIC that food must not be stored on the floor while being prepared, even if located in a pot and food that is being stored must be at least 6 inches off the ground. The pot of potatoes was moved by an employee while asking the PIC about them.

     Correction: Remove food from this location or provide alternate methods to protect food from contamination.

     Code 3-305.14

   • Not serious Core

     THERMOMETERS - FUNCTIONALITY - INTEGRAL OR PERMANENTLY AFFIXED MEASURING DEVICE

     Observed the Hoshizaki 2dr upright cooler had a broken affixed temperature measuring device and did not have a thermometer located inside, observed the Atosa 3dr upright cooler did not have a cooler located inside, observed the 4dr under counter cooler did not have a thermometer located inside, observed the Saba 3dr under counter cooler did not have a thermometer located inside. I informed the PIC that coolers must have thermometers placed in the warmest parts of the units and the PIC placed a thermometer in one of the units that he found and stated he would purchase more soon.

     Correction: Provide a integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device.

     Code 4-204.112 (B)

   • Not serious Core

     EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - FIXED , SPACING OR SEALING - INSTALLATION

     Observed 3-comp sink is fixed in place and missing sealing to adjoin it to the wall to allow for more easy cleaning. Observed the handwashing sink near the 3-comp sink is fixed in place and missing sealin to adjoin it to the wall to allow for more easy cleaning. I informed the PIC and the PIC stated they will re-seal both sinks soon.

     Correction: Equipment shall be spaced from wall and other equipment to allow cleaning on all sides, sealed to adjoining equipment or walls, or elevated on legs to allow for easy cleaning.

     Code 4-402.11

   • Not serious Core

     EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - GOOD REPAIR

     I observed the faucted in the handwashing sink leaks when in use. I informed the PIC the sink will need to be repaired so the faucet does not leak when in use. The PIC stated they recently had the sink serviced, but will have it serviced soon.

     Correction: Repair the handwashing sink faucet so that it does not leak when in use.

     Code 4-501.11 (A)

   • Not serious Core

     NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEAN

     I observed the handles to multiple coolers had encrusted soil accumulations. I asked the PIC how often the non-food contact surfaces are cleaned, and the PIC informed the surfaces are cleaned regularly. I informed the PIC that the surfaces should be more regularly cleaned and the PIC informed an employee who mainly does the cleaning. I also observed the surfaces of the stove burners and the surrounds of the fryers had accumulations of debris. I informed the PIC these surfaces would need to be more regularly cleaned as well.

     Correction: Clean and remove dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris from all non-food contact surfaces of equipment.

     Code 4-601.11 (C)

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT AND SINGLE USE ARTICLES, LINENS - STORING PROHIBITIONS - CLEAN DRY LOCATION

     Observed stored not in use spatulals stored between the 3-comp sink and the wall, observed stored not in use spatula stored between drying rack above 3-comp sink and wall, and observed not in use knife stored on 3-comp sink faucet. I informed the PIC that not in use utensils must be properly stored in clean dry locations to not expose them to contamination. The PIC moved the spatulas and placed them in the dishwasher.

     Correction: Clean equipment and utensils, laundered linens, single-use and single service articles shall be stored in a clean dry location, not exposed to contamination and off the floor.

     Code 4-903.11 (A)

   • Not serious Core

     TOILET FACILITIES - RECEPTACLES - COVERED

     I observed the female bathroom is not provided with a covered waste receptacle. I informed the PIC that the female restroom will need a covered waste receptacle and the PIC stated the would obtain one.

     Correction: Provide a covered waste receptacle in female bathroom for use with sanitary napkins.

     Code 5-501.17

   • Not serious Core

     INSECTS AND RODENTS - OUTER OPENINGS - SOLID, SELF-CLOSING AND TIGHT FITTING DOORS

     I observed the rear exit door in the kitchen area had visible light entering on the surrounds of the door while it was fully closed. I asked the PIC if this door was used regularly and the PIC stated the door was used to take trash outside. I informed the PIC that the door needed to be resealed as the visible light indicated places where insects could enter more easily and the PIC agreed to have the door repaired soon. The PIC did inform though that the establishment is regularly serviced by a pest control company.

     Correction: Provide a self-closing and tight fitting door to prevent the entrance of insects or rodents.

     Code 6-202.15 (A) (3)

   • Not serious Core

     HANDWASHING SIGNAGE

     I observed no handwashing signage available at the dining room restrooms. The PIC infomed these restrooms are the ones used my employees. I informed the PIC that all handwashing sinks used by food employees must have proper handwashing singage.

     Correction: Provide handwashing signage at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.

     Code 6-301.14

   • Not serious Core

     OPERATING WITHOUT A LICENSE - POSTING A RETAIL FOOD LICENSE

     I observed the retail food establishment permit is not posted in a conspicous area. After discussing with the PIC, they informed that the permit may be located at the accoutant's office. I informed that the retail food establishment permit must be posted in a conspicuous public area.

     Correction: Post retail food establishment permit in a public area.

     Code ATCP 75.06 (1) (b)

3. Feb 13, 2025 Routine · 2 priority foundation, 3 core
   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     RTE/TCS FOOD - PROPER DATE MARKING

     Prepared food items in cooler lacked date marking. Had staff date mark them as they were just made today. .

     Correction: Adjust method or procedures so that all ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, if required, are provided with date marking or an effective method of identifying when a food item has exceeded 7 days. Discard improperly date marked food or food that has past the 7 day shelf life.

     Code 3-501.17 (A)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     USING A HANDWASHING SINK - ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED

     Handwashing sink was lacking paper towels, corrected on site.

     Correction: Keep handwashing sink in working condition at all times to allow for frequent handwashing.

     Code 5-205.11 (A) and (C)

   • Not serious Core

     CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER - POSTING OF CERTIFICATE

     There is no approved or current food protection manager’s certificate posted in the food establishment. He had it on his phone. Informed owner it must be posted where it can be viewed.

     Correction: Post current food protection manager certification in conspicuous view within the food establishment.

     Code 12-201.11 (B)

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - COVERED CONTAINERS OR WRAPPING

     Containers of cooked food in the cooler were observed to be unwrapped or uncovered. had staff place lids on containers.

     Correction: All foods that are not part of a cooling process shall be covered at all times to prevent cross-contamination. Food shall be discarded if suspected of cross-contamination.

     Code 3-302.11 (A) (4)

   • Not serious Core

     NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEANING FREQUENCY

     The handles for all coolers is not cleaned on a frequent basis. Informed staff it should all be cleaned on a routine basis.

     Correction: Clean all equipment on a routine basis to prevent accumulation of soil residues.

     Code 4-602.13

4. Nov 14, 2023 Routine · 1 core
   • Not serious Core

     CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER – REQUIREMENT - FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS

     There is no approved or current certified food manager for this establishment. There is a CFM but he was not in. Has certification on him in card form. Explained that it must be posted and stated they will email me the copy when employee comes in.

     Correction: Provide an approved certified food protection manager in the food establishment within [time period].

     Code 12-201.11 (A) (1)