PASS
Risk 1 (High)
PORTILLO'S HOT DOGS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 5, 2017
Complaint
License #39472
3
Total Violations
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED RACKS WITHIN REFRIGERATOR IN BAR AREA WITH RUSTED PEELING PAINT. RESTORE RACKS TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANBALE CONDITION AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LID TO REACH IN COLD HOLD UNIT "GARLIC BREAD REFRIGERATOR" IN DISREPAIR. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT FURTHEST FROM STAIRS WITH BROKEN LIGHT SHEILD. REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT FURTHEST FROM STAIRS WITH BROKEN LIGHT SHEILD. REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection