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PASS Risk 1 (High)

POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS (AKA: POTBELLY SANDWICH SHOP) 5304 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO 60640 Restaurant
August 28, 2019 Canvass License #2043447
2
Total Violations
1
Major
1
Minor

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on August 28, 2019. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 2 violations during this inspection.

Violation Categories

🚫 Equipment Issues 🚫 Facilities Issues 🚫 Facility Maintenance 🚫 Food Protection 🚫 Food Storage 🚫 Food Temperature 🚫 License/Permit Issues 🚫 Rodent Activity 🚫 Sanitation

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

2
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD RELATED ITEMS INCLUDING TO GO CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR OF SECTION OF BASEMENT NOT DESIGNED TO STORE FOOD. STORE ALL FOOD AND FOOD RELATED ITEMS IN DRY STORAGE AREA AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD RELATED ITEMS INCLUDING TO GO CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR OF SECTION OF BASEMENT NOT DESIGNED TO STORE FOOD. STORE ALL FOOD AND FOOD RELATED ITEMS IN DRY STORAGE AREA AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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