What is Paisans Pizzeria And Bar Pulaski's health inspection score?

Paisans Pizzeria And Bar Pulaski has a SafeDine safety score of 77 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Paisans Pizzeria And Bar Pulaski last inspected?

Paisans Pizzeria And Bar Pulaski was last inspected on April 24, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Paisans Pizzeria And Bar Pulaski have?

Paisans Pizzeria And Bar Pulaski has 26 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Paisans Pizzeria And Bar Pulaski safe to eat at?

Paisans Pizzeria And Bar Pulaski has a good safety record with a score of 77/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Paisans Pizzeria And Bar Pulaski serve?

Paisans Pizzeria And Bar Pulaski serves Italian cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Paisans Pizzeria And Bar Pulaski

Name: Paisans Pizzeria And Bar Pulaski
Address: 6545 S PULASKI RD, Chicago, 60629
Rating: 77

6545 S PULASKI RD, Chicago

Last Inspected: 4/24/2026

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Italian•Chicago Lawn

Ranked #29 of 40 in Chicago LawnBetter than 80% of italian restaurants

Improving

6 inspections

Last: Apr 24, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

17%

Clean Rate

4.3

Avg Violations

1 month ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-25

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-3 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-14 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-1 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+18 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 75/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (77/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

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.

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Violation Timeline

May 2023

2 inspections

4 high priority

2 intermediate

May

Jan 2024

1 inspections

2 high priority

2 intermediate

2 basic

Mar 2025

1 inspections

2 high priority

1 intermediate

3 basic

Mar

Mar 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

5 intermediate

Apr 2026

1 inspections

2 intermediate

Apr

Inspection History

6 records on file

1 Complaint Re-Inspection2 Complaint2 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection

Apr 26

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

2 Med

2 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−5
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−5

Base deductions−10 pts

Mar 26

Complaint InspectionFail

1 High5 Med

6 total1 risk factor

60/100inspection score

−35 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZEDRisk Factor−10

Intermediate (5)

−25 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−5
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−5
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−5
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−5
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−5

Base deductions−35 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Mar 25

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High1 Med3 Basic

6 total

69/100inspection score

−31 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
HANDWASH SINK IN BAR NOT ACCESSIBLE, USING AS A DUMP SINK WITH STRAINER ON TOP OF BASIN AND BEVERAGE WASTE IN BASIN. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL AND MAINTAIN BASIN CLEAR AT ALL TIMES FOR HANDWASHING ONLY. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT BAR HANDWASH SINK. INSTD TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION. SEE ABOVE FOR VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

28TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED−5
EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGINGS (PURSE, SWEATER) IN BASIN OF PREP/DUMP SINK IN BAR. INSTD TO MAINTAIN BELONGINGS IN DESIGNATED AREA

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
ALUMINUM FOIL LINING ON PERIMETER OF GRILL. INSTD TO REMOVE FOIL SO AS SURFACE TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, AND EASILY CLEANABLE
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
PIPE LEAKING UNDER HANDWASH SINK IN WAREWASHING AREA. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
MISSING COVERS FOR TRASH RECEPTACLES IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO PROVIDE COVERS AND MAINTAIN

Base deductions−31 pts

Jan 24

Complaint InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High2 Med2 Basic

6 total

66/100inspection score

−34 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
HANDWASH SINK IN BAR NOT ACCESSIBLE, USING AS A DUMP SINK WITH USED ICE, STRAWS AND LIMES IN BASIN. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL AND MAINTAIN BASIN CLEAR AT ALL TIMES FOR HANDWASHING ONLY. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT BAR HANDWASH SINK. INSTD TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION. SEE ABOVE FOR VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

28TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED−5
EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGINGS (PURSE, SWEATER) IN BASIN OF PREP/DUMP SINK IN BAR. INSTD TO MAINTAIN BELONGINGS IN DESIGNATED AREA
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
MISSING COMMON NAME ON DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS. INSTD TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN SAME

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
PIPE MISSING FOR CONDENSOR DRAIN LINE IN PIZZA WALK IN COOLER, USING BUCKET. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
CRACKED FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN MAIN PREP AREA. INSTD TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN

Base deductions−34 pts

May 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

May 23

Canvass InspectionFail

4 High2 Med

6 total3 risk factors

35/100inspection score

−50 pts

High Priority (4)

−40 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATION ON SITE
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, BEEF, ETC). INSTD TO HAVE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS BEING HANDLED, PREPARED, SERVED. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
MISSING EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTD TO HAVE A VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGED HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAN ON SITE AND AVAIABLE AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
NO HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT HANDWASH SINKS IN FEMALE TOILET ROOMS, CURRENTLY AT 74.0F. INSTD TO HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER AT 100F-120F AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

23PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION−5
COOKED RIBS IN REACH IN COOLER DRAWERS AT PREP LINE ARE PAST THE USE BY DATE: RIBS ARE DATED WITH USE BY DATE OF 5/2/23. INSTD TO DISCARD AND DENATURE RIBS. APPROX 20LBS $ 100 VALUE CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
NORTH DINING ROOM DOOR NOT PROTECTED, APPROX 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOOR. INSTD TO REPAIR AND HAVE TIGHT FITTING

Base deductions−50 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

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Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

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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