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FAIL Risk 1 (High)

POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS LLC (AKA: POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS) 55 W MONROE ST, CHICAGO 60603 Restaurant
August 23, 2019 Canvass License #1275490
2
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on August 23, 2019. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail 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, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.

Violation Categories

🚫 Equipment Issues 🚫 Facilities Issues 🚫 Facility Maintenance 🚫 Food Temperature 🚫 Handwashing Violations 🚫 Plumbing Issues 🚫 Rodent Activity

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

2
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND HANDWASHING SINK WATER TEMPERATURE AT 133 F LOCATED IN LADIES WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE A MAXIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 120F. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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 #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND HANDWASHING SINK WATER TEMPERATURE AT 133 F LOCATED IN LADIES WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE A MAXIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 120F. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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

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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Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections