FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
PORTILLO'S HOT DOGS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 14, 2015
Complaint
License #39472
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW - Comments: OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM UNDER THE GREASE TRAP BOX WHEN I RUN THE WATER FROM THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK,IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR THE GREASE TRAP BOX AND STOP THE PRODUCTION IN THE PREP AREA. CITATION ISSUED CRITICAL -7-38-030. MANAGER CALLED THE MAINTENANCE PERSON AND PLUMBER TO REPAIR THE GREASE TRAP BOX. GREASE BOX WAS REMOVED AND REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE DURING INSPECTION. NO MORE WASTE WATER BACKING UP.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1515616 DATED 1/6/15. #35-SEAL THE GAP AROUND THE PIPE AND CONDUIT IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-42-090.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1515616 DATED 1/6/15. #35-SEAL THE GAP AROUND THE PIPE AND CONDUIT IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-42-090.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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