What is The Art OF Pizza Inc's health inspection score?

The Art OF Pizza Inc has a SafeDine safety score of 75 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was The Art OF Pizza Inc last inspected?

The Art OF Pizza Inc was last inspected on January 27, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does The Art OF Pizza Inc have?

The Art OF Pizza Inc has 36 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is The Art OF Pizza Inc safe to eat at?

The Art OF Pizza Inc has a good safety record with a score of 75/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does The Art OF Pizza Inc serve?

The Art OF Pizza Inc serves Pizza cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

The Art OF Pizza Inc

Name: The Art OF Pizza Inc
Address: 3033 N ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, 60657
Rating: 75

3033 N ASHLAND AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/27/2026

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0Good

Pizza•Lakeview

Ranked #582 of 979 in LakeviewBetter than 94% of pizza restaurants

Stable

6 inspections

Last: Jan 27, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

2 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-25

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-1 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-15 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-1 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

3033 N ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, IL 60657

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2023

2 inspections

1 high priority

6 basic

Aug

Aug 2024

1 inspections

2 high priority

5 basic

Jan 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 intermediate

5 basic

Jan

Feb 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Jan 2026

1 inspections

10 basic

Jan

Inspection History

6 records on file

3 Canvass1 Complaint Re-Inspection1 Complaint1 Canvass Re-Inspection

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

10 Basic

10 total

80/100inspection score

−20 pts

Basic (10)

−20 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED COMMERCIAL DELI SLICER ENCRUSTED WITH FOOD DEBRIS, INSTRUCTED PIC SLICER SHOULD BE CLEANED, AND SANITIZED AT LEAST ONCE EVERY 4 HOURS TO PREVENT THE GROWTH OF DISEASE-CAUSING BACTERIA.
39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND IN NEXT DOOR STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTED STORAGE RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE WALK IN COOLER AND ALL REACH-INS COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY AND IN NEXT DOOR STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL IN REAR PREP ON WALL WHERE STAFF TOILET ROOM NEAR EXIT LEADING ALLEY IS LOCATED INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED IN CUSTOMER TOILET ROOM BASE BOARDS TORN INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED ALL 3 BURNED-OUT LIGHT-BULBS IN EXHAUST HOOD SYSTEM IN REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−20 pts

Feb 25

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12// NOTED WHITLE BULK CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN AND SHAKERS WITH DRY INGREDIENTS AT PIZZA PREP STATION WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
3-304.14// NOTED WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS IN PIZZA PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-501.12//NOTED CUTTING BOARD IN PIZZA PREP AREA WITH DEEP CUTS AND BLACK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND RESTORE TO A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE BY SANDING AND REFINISHING OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.114//NOTED CLUTTER WITH ITEMS ON THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE NEXT-DOOR STORAGE UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS OFF THE FLOOR ON PROPER SHELVING THAT IS NON-POROUS SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AND A MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS----- 6-501.11//NOTED MISSING CEILING TILES IN SOUTHEAST CORNER ABOVE REAR MOP SINK, IN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM IN PIZZA PREP AREA AND BROKEN CEILING TILE ABOVE 3 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.----- 6-201.11// NOTED THE FLOORS AND WALLS OF NEXT-DOOR STORAGE UNIT WITH HEAVY DUST AND DEBRIS.INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO NOTED EXPOSED INSULATION AND RAW WOOD WITH BLACK DUST ACCUMULATED ON WALL PANEL ABOVE FOOD STORAGE RACK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL PROPER WALLS THAT ARE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.

Base deductions−11 pts

Jan 25

Complaint InspectionFail

1 High2 Med5 Basic

8 total

70/100inspection score

−30 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN KITCHEN WITH A BUILD-UP OF LARGE BLACK SPOTS ON TOP INTERIOR SURFACE IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH ICE. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SURFACES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
NOTED IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE PIZZA PREP COOLER: GROUND BEEF 50.1 F, GROUND SAUSAGE 45.8 F, PEPPERONI 47.8 F, BACON 53.0 F. PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROXIMATELY 19 LBS VALUED AT $60. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
NOTED WHITLE BULK CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN AND SHAKERS WITH DRY INGREDIENTS AT PIZZA PREP STATION WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
NOTED WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS IN PIZZA PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NOTED CUTTING BOARD IN PIZZA PREP AREA WITH DEEP CUTS AND BLACK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND RESTORE TO A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE BY SANDING AND REFINISHING OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
NOTED CLUTTER WITH ITEMS ON THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE NEXT-DOOR STORAGE UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS OFF THE FLOOR ON PROPER SHELVING THAT IS NON-POROUS SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AND A MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
NOTED MISSING CEILING TILES IN SOUTHEAST CORNER ABOVE REAR MOP SINK, IN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM IN PIZZA PREP AREA AND BROKEN CEILING TILE ABOVE 3 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
NOTED THE FLOORS AND WALLS OF NEXT-DOOR STORAGE UNIT WITH HEAVY DUST AND DEBRIS.INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO NOTED EXPOSED INSULATION AND RAW WOOD WITH BLACK DUST ACCUMULATED ON WALL PANEL ABOVE FOOD STORAGE RACK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL PROPER WALLS THAT ARE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.

Base deductions−30 pts

Aug 24

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High5 Basic

7 total1 risk factor

65/100inspection score

−30 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING PROVIDED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNS AVAILABLE AT 3 OUT OF 4 HANDWASHING SINKS IN KITCHEN PREPARATION AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATE HANDWASHING SIGN AT EACH HANDWASHING SINK.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED GASKETS OF 3 DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN PIZZA PREPARATION AREA AND THE STANDING 1 DOOR FREEZER IN MIDDLE PREP AREA TO BE HEAVILY TORN AND DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED AND TORN GASKETS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP IN THE GASKETS OF THE 3 DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN PIZZA PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL CREVICES IN GASKETS TO KEEP FREE OF FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED THE HANDWASHING SINK NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR TO BE SLOW DRAINING. SINK IS STILL FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE SINK DRAIN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE FLOORS OF THE WALK IN COOLER, REAR FLOOR UNDER DRY STORAGE SHELVES NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER, AND IN CENTER PREPARATION ROOM UNDER STANDING FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS FREE OF EXCESSIVE FOOD AND TRASH BUILD UP.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES AND ANY NEW EMPLOYEES.

Base deductions−30 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Aug 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED LOW FLOOR TILE GROUT AROUND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REGROUT FLOOR TILES AROUND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED FOOD MANAGERS WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES.

Base deductions−4 pts

Aug 23

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High4 Basic

5 total

82/100inspection score

−18 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED BLACK DIRT BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE DRIPPING INTO ICE, ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. ALL ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
PIZZA REACH IN PREP COOLER DOORS RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED/MISSING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPLACE/REPAIR PIZZA REACH IN COOLER DOORS RUBBER GASKETS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS/DIRT BUILD UP INSIDE CABINET UNDER SODA MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF SODA MACHINE CABINET.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED LOW FLOOR TILE GROUT AROUND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REGROUT FLOOR TILES AROUND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED FOOD MANAGERS WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES.

Base deductions−18 pts

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Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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