PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
PORTILLO'S HOT DOGS Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 19, 2024
Canvass
License #2647852
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on March 19, 2024. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO ONE ON SITE WITH AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE WHILE TIME/ TEMPERAURE CONTROLLED FOODS INCLUDING BEEF AND CHICKEN ARE SERVED. OBSERVED NO ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVD COOLER AT 55F ON COOKING LINE. COOLER DID NOT CONTAIN TIME/ TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED FOODS AT TIME OF INSPECTION. COOLER WAS TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVD COOLER AT 55F ON COOKING LINE. COOLER DID NOT CONTAIN TIME/ TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED FOODS AT TIME OF INSPECTION. COOLER WAS TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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