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When was Golden Crust Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 6, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Fail”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 4 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
6 inspections on record, from Oct 25, 2024 to Nov 6, 2026.
Has Golden Crust Pizzeria ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 25, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
6 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 6, 2026
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s Notes
6-501.112 REMOVE DEAD COCKROACHES FROM THE WALLS AND FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
4-602.13 CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS AND OVEN, STORAGE SHELVES AND SPICE RACKS, PREP TABLES AND CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREA. CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP BETWEEN THE STOVE AND DEEP FRYERS.
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.
6-501.11 SEAL THE OPENINGS IN THE WALLS OF THE KITCHEN TO ELIMINATE PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS. REPLACE THE BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN FRONT OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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.
8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2645632 ON 10/21/26 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - OBSERVED 8 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE WALLS, FLOOR, INSIDE AND ON EQUIPMENT (PREP TABLE) AND INSIDE BOXES AND IN THE PACKAGES OF SINGLE-USE STYROFOAM TAKE-OUT CONTAINERS AND FOIL WRAPPERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON AND AROUND THE BAR AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 6, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 28, 2026
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s Notes
6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD AND LIVE COCKROACHES ON MULTIPLE GLUEBOARDS IN THE PREP AREA AND BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GLUEBOARDS FULL OF COCKROACHES AND REPLACE. REMOVE DEAD COCKROACHES FROM THE WALLS AND FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector’s Notes
3-305.11 MUST COVER ALL OPEN FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE KITCHEN TO PREVENT AGAINST CONTAMINATION BY PESTS.
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.
4-602.13 CLEAN THE TOP OF THE PIZZA OVEN, INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS AND OVEN, STORAGE SHELVES AND SPICE RACKS, PREP TABLES AND CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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.
6-501.12 CLEAN THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREA AND BEHIND THE BAR.
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.
8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2645632 ON 10/21/26 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - OBSERVED 15 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE WALLS, FLOOR, INSIDE AND ON EQUIPMENT (STAND MIXER, DEEP FRYER, ON THE CUTTING BOARDS AND PREP TABLE) IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
8-404.13(B)(4) PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2624789 ON 10/2/25 NOT CORRECTED: 57 - NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE. 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.
Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector’s Notes
8-304.11(A) PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM 10/21/26 WAS NOT POSTED IN THE PUBLIC VIEW. PREVIOUS PASSING INSPECTION REPORT FROM 2025 WAS POSTED ON THE WALL BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 28, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 2, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s Notes
5-205.15--- LEAK FROM THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE ONTO THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
6-501.114--ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING.
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.
2-102.13--- NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
2-102.13--- NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OF CERTIFICATES FOR ALL THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 2, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 24, 2025
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s Notes
INTERIOR UPPER PORTION OF THE ICE MACHINE NOTED WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING DOWN INTO THE ICE FOR CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE FROM ALL INTERIOR AREAS AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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.
ALL BULK FOODS NOT STORED IN THEIR ORIGINAL CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
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.
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION OF FOOD ITEMS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER OR ELSEWHERE. FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE TO CLEAN AND MONITOR AT ALL TIMES.
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.
NOTED THE EXTERIOR OF THE BAR DISH MACHINE WITH PLASTIC ON ALL METAL SIDES AND DOOR HANDLE WITH SOME NOTED PEELING. MUST REMOVE ALL PLASTIC.----MUST NOT USE TINFOIL OR CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT.----METAL SHELVING UNDER COOKS LINE EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
LEAK FROM THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE ONTO THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
BASEBOARD COVING ALONG THE WALL AND FLOOR UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH OPEN CRACKS/CREVICES MUST SEAL.
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.
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OF CERTIFICATES FOR ALL THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 24, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 5, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 5, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 25, 2024
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES .
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.
OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR KITCHEN SHELF WITHOUT A LABEL.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE COMMON NAME ON ALL BULK CONTAINERS TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY ITEM(SALT, SUGAR, FLOUR ETC).
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.
OBSERVED GAP OPENING APPROX:1/4" INCH AT BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF REAR KITCHEN EXIT DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARD IN THE BAR AREA.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATORS OR TEST STRIPS/STICKERS WERE PROVIDED TO MEASURE THE SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF UTENSILS INSIDE OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE.(HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE WITH GAUGE READING FINAL RINSE AT 180F).INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SURFACE TEMPERATURE TEST STRIPS OR IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING SURFACE THERMOMETER FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.(SEE COMMENTS).
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.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE OUTSIDE AND INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE CHEST FREEZER AND PREP COOLERS,KITCHEN STORAGE SHELFS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES,DEEP FRYER AND INTERIOR OF COOKING STOVE AND INTERIOR OF OVEN ALSO,THE TOP OF THE LARGE KITCHEN PIZZA OVEN.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN PREP/COOKING AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS. DETAIL CLEAN WALL EXHAUST FAN IN THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB FOR LIGHT FIXTURE OVER THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND UNDER THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
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.
ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.