Toppers Pizza

Year by year

Inspections

1. Jan 7, 2026 Routine · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation, 1 core
   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     SAFE UNADULTERATED AND HONESTLY PRESENTED

     Large metal cans of jalapenos are observed with dents by the top seam. Education was provided during the inspection.

     Correction: Discard unsafe, adulterated or not honestly presented food items.

     Code 3-101.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     HANDWASHING SINKS, INSTALLATION - WATER TEMPERATURE

     Hot water temperature at handwashing sink by the pizza prep cooler is at 70°F.

     Correction: Water temperature at a handwashing sink shall be at least 85°F and no more than 110°F.

     Code 5-202.12 (A)

   • Not serious Core

     INTENSITY - LIGHTING

     Light bulbs in the ceiling light fixture in the warewashing area are not working

     Correction: Provide the correct lighting intensity in all work and storage areas.

     Code 6-303.11

2. Jan 28, 2025 Routine · 1 priority foundation, 3 core, 1 repeat
   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

     Food establishment does not have procedures that address responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.

     Correction: Develop procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Specifically actions that employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination.

     Code 2-501.11

   • Not serious Core

     LABELING - FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS LABELED WITH COMMON NAME

     Flour, sugar, salt are stored in unlabeled containers.

     Correction: Store all foods that are removed from their original packages in containers labeled with the common name of the food or ingredient.

     Code 3-302.12

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - CUTTING SURFACES

     Green cutting board located in the back food prep area is scored.

     Correction: Resurface or discard cutting boards or blocks with excessive scratching or scoring.

     Code 4-501.12

   • Not serious Core

     PLUMBING - SYSTEM MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR

     The handwashing sink by the prep cooler does not turn off properly. The faucet leaks water and is not maintained in good repair.

     Correction: The plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Repair or replace defective or leaking plumbing.

     Code 5-205.15 (B)

3. Apr 16, 2024 Re-inspection · 2 priority foundation, 4 core, 6 repeat
   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE - TCS FOODS

     The Person in Charge (PIC) is unable to demonstrate knowledge regarding the importance of maintaining the time and temperature control and the prevention of foodborne illness

     Correction: The person in charge shall obtain training or training materials in the areas of time and temperature contol so they are able to demonstrate knowledge and train employees.

     Code 2-102.11 (C) (4)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     PERSON IN CHARGE - EMPLOYEE ILLNESS REPORTING

     The Person in Charge (PIC) has not provided training to employees about their responsibility to inform the person in charge about any signs, symptoms and diagnosis of foodborne illness.

     Correction: The person in charge shall provide training to employees on their reponsibility to report any signs, symptoms or diagnosis of foodborne illness.

     Code 2-103.11 (O)

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

     Multiple scoops are stored with handles inside and on top of diced cheese in the pizza prep cooler.

     Correction: Store in-use utensils in the food item with handle extended, on a clean surface, running dipper well or in a container of water greater than 135°F.

     Code 3-304.12

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED - MISCELLANEOUS CONTAMINATION

     Multiple uncovered food items cold held in the pizza prep cooler are noted with a number of electronic gadgets with heavy dust build up on them.

     Correction: Discard food item.

     Code 3-307.11

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - CUTTING SURFACES

     Multiple cutting boards stored on racks located in the back food prep area are severely scored and scratched.

     Correction: Resurface or discard cutting boards or blocks with excessive scratching or scoring.

     Code 4-501.12

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     OPERATING WITHOUT A LICENSE - POSTING A RETAIL FOOD LICENSE

     Retail food establishment permit is not posted in a conspicous area.

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

     Code ATCP 75.06 (1) (b)

4. Apr 15, 2024 Follow Up · 1 priority, 2 priority foundation, 4 core, 7 repeat
   • Serious Priority Repeat

     SEWAGE - BACKFLOW PREVENTION

     PRIORITY - A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain from the food prep sink.

     Correction: Design the sewage system in a manner that would preclude a direct connection between the sewage system and the drain from which food is placed. Remove the direct connection.

     Code 5-402.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE - TCS FOODS

     The Person in Charge (PIC) is unable to demonstrate knowledge regarding the importance of maintaining the time and temperature control and the prevention of foodborne illness

     Correction: The person in charge shall obtain training or training materials in the areas of time and temperature contol so they are able to demonstrate knowledge and train employees.

     Code 2-102.11 (C) (4)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     PERSON IN CHARGE - EMPLOYEE ILLNESS REPORTING

     The Person in Charge (PIC) has not provided training to employees about their responsibility to inform the person in charge about any signs, symptoms and diagnosis of foodborne illness.

     Correction: The person in charge shall provide training to employees on their reponsibility to report any signs, symptoms or diagnosis of foodborne illness.

     Code 2-103.11 (O)

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

     Multiple scoops are stored with handles inside and on top of diced cheese in the pizza prep cooler.

     Correction: Store in-use utensils in the food item with handle extended, on a clean surface, running dipper well or in a container of water greater than 135°F.

     Code 3-304.12

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED - MISCELLANEOUS CONTAMINATION

     Multiple uncovered food items cold held in the pizza prep cooler are noted with a number of electronic gadgets with heavy dust build up on them.

     Correction: Discard food item.

     Code 3-307.11

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - CUTTING SURFACES

     Multiple cutting boards stored on racks located in the back food prep area are severely scored and scratched.

     Correction: Resurface or discard cutting boards or blocks with excessive scratching or scoring.

     Code 4-501.12

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     OPERATING WITHOUT A LICENSE - POSTING A RETAIL FOOD LICENSE

     Retail food establishment permit is not posted in a conspicous area.

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

     Code ATCP 75.06 (1) (b)

5. Feb 28, 2024 Routine · 2 priority, 2 priority foundation, 6 core
   • Serious Priority

     TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING

     PRIORITY - Diced tomatoes, spicy chicken, chicken strips, chicken wings and ranch dressing are is cold held at 45°F, 46°F, 46°F, 49°F and 60°F, respectively.

     Correction: Maintain cold time/temperature control for safety food at or below 41°F. Discard unsafe food items.

     Code 3-501.16 (A) (2) AND (B)

   • Serious Priority

     SEWAGE - BACKFLOW PREVENTION

     PRIORITY - A direct connection exists between the sewage system and a drain from the food prep sink.

     Correction: Design the sewage system in a manner that would preclude a direct connection between the sewage system and the drain from which food is placed. Remove the direct connection.

     Code 5-402.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE - TCS FOODS

     The Person in Charge (PIC) is unable to demonstrate knowledge regarding the importance of maintaining the time and temperature control and the prevention of foodborne illness

     Correction: The person in charge shall obtain training or training materials in the areas of time and temperature contol so they are able to demonstrate knowledge and train employees.

     Code 2-102.11 (C) (4)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     PERSON IN CHARGE - EMPLOYEE ILLNESS REPORTING

     The Person in Charge (PIC) has not provided training to employees about their responsibility to inform the person in charge about any signs, symptoms and diagnosis of foodborne illness.

     Correction: The person in charge shall provide training to employees on their reponsibility to report any signs, symptoms or diagnosis of foodborne illness.

     Code 2-103.11 (O)

   • Not serious Core

     IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

     Multiple scoops are stored with handles inside and on top of diced cheese in the pizza prep cooler.

     Correction: Store in-use utensils in the food item with handle extended, on a clean surface, running dipper well or in a container of water greater than 135°F.

     Code 3-304.12

   • Not serious Core

     FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED - MISCELLANEOUS CONTAMINATION

     Multiple uncovered food items cold held in the pizza prep cooler are noted with a number of electronic gadgets with heavy dust build up on them.

     Correction: Discard food item.

     Code 3-307.11

   • Not serious Core

     EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - GOOD REPAIR

     The pizza prep cooler is at 49 -52 degrees F and was not at temp as the equipment was not plugged in.

     Correction: Repair equipment to good condition or remove from premise.

     Code 4-501.11 (A)

   • Not serious Core

     EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - CUTTING SURFACES

     Multiple cutting boards stored on racks located in the back food prep area are severely scored and scratched.

     Correction: Resurface or discard cutting boards or blocks with excessive scratching or scoring.

     Code 4-501.12

   • Not serious Core

     NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEANING FREQUENCY

     The interior bottom shelf of the Maytag freezer located at the back exit door area and door shelves are not cleaned on a frequent basis and were noted dirty with food debris accumulation and dust.

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

     Code 4-602.13

   • Not serious Core

     OPERATING WITHOUT A LICENSE - POSTING A RETAIL FOOD LICENSE

     Retail food establishment permit is not posted in a conspicous area.

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

     Code ATCP 75.06 (1) (b)

6. May 22, 2023 Routine · 3 priority foundation, 2 core, 3 repeat
   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

     Food establishment does not have procedures that address responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.

     Correction: Develop procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Specifically actions that employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination.

     Code 2-501.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - SOILED

     Pizza peel, pizza cutter, cheese pan on the scale are visibly soiled with food debris.

     Correction: Maintain food contact surfaces in a clean condition.

     Code 4-601.11 (A)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     PROHIBITING ANIMALS - PREMISE

     Fish tank was observed in the manager's office.

     Correction: Remove the animal from the premises and keep all prohibited animals out of the premises.

     Code 6-501.115 (A)

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEAN

     Non-food contact surfaces of the pizza oven are soiled with food debris.

     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

     PLUMBING - SYSTEM MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR

     A catch bucket of water is observed under the handwashing sink. The sink is not maintained in good repair.

     Correction: The plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Repair or replace defective or leaking plumbing.

     Code 5-205.15 (B)