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Cochiaros Pizza #4

3555 N Central Ave

Last inspected May 4, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

5 inspections

Canvass

May 4, 2026

Pass w/ Conditions

2 recorded violations

notedCode 22Food temperature

Official wording

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED COOKED PASTA AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE AT 47F LOCATED IN WALK IN COOLER. ALSO OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TIME TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE IN WALK IN COOLER SUCH AS 1 LARGE CONTAINER OF RAW CHICKEN WINGS AT 45F, 1 LARGE CONTAINER OF COOKED CHICKEN WINGS AT 47F AND 2 LARGE CONTAINERS OF RAW CHICKEN BREAST AT 45.7F. TIME TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. FOOD DISCARDED. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 50 LBS AT A COST OF $250.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

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notedCode 56Facility maintenance

Official wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED MINOR DUST BUILD UP ON FILTERS LOCATED ON RIGHT SIDE OF VENTILATION HOOD. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 4, 2026 · Original Source

Complaint

Sep 17, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

NOTED RUST ON BOTTOM SHELF OF KITCHEN PREP TABLE WHERE PIZZA BOXES ARE STORED. INSTRUCTED RESTORE TO A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE BY CLEANING, PAINTING AND SEALING.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED BASEBOARDS UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ALONG SAME WALL AND FLOORS UNDERNEATH ALL EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DEEP CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN KITCHEN FLOOR & BASEBOARDS.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 17, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass

May 13, 2025

Pass

3 recorded violations

notedCode 37Food source and labeling

Official wording

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

NOTED DRY INGREDIENTS ON BOTTOM SHELF OF PREP TABLE ACROSS FROM COOKSLINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS OF COMMON NAMES FOR INGREDIENTS REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

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notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

NOTED NO SPLASH GUARD AT FRONT HANDSINK. FOOD TRAYS FOR SERVICE ARE STORED NEXT TO THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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notedCode 41Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

Inspector’s notes

NOTED PILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON COUNTERTOP BETWEEN FRONT HANDSINK AND COUNTERTOP REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN PROPER SANITIZING BUCKETS WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 13, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass

Jul 24, 2024

Out of Business

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 24, 2024 · Original Source

Canvass

Jul 23, 2024

Pass w/ Conditions

2 recorded violations

notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FLAT CARD BOARD BOXES ON TOP OF OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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notedCode 60Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 5/16/2023, REPORT #2575936. #58-- CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 23, 2024 · Original Source

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