FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS # 114 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 5, 2016
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License #1678622
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED 20 LIVE SMALL FLIES AT REAR STORAGE ROOM, 15 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS/BOXES AT REAR PREP AREA AND 15 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AT FRONT PREP AREA ALSO OBSERVED 1/2 INCH GAP AT DOOR SWEEP BETWEEN FRONT ENTRANCE DOUBLE DOORS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RODENT PROOF FRONT DOOR SWEEPS AND ELIMINATE PEST/INSECT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON REAR PREP AREA FLOOR ALONG EAST WALL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO KEEP FLOOR DRY/CLEAN THROUGHOUT.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON REAR PREP AREA FLOOR ALONG EAST WALL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO KEEP FLOOR DRY/CLEAN THROUGHOUT.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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