FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS LLC
(AKA: POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS)
2264 N LINCOLN AVE, CHICAGO 60614
Restaurant
February 24, 2020
Canvass
License #1592156
5
Total Violations
2
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS,THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES,INCLUDED BASEMENT AREA.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF VENT HOSE INSIDE THE SMALL REACH-IN COOLER UNDER COLD LINE HAS A BUILD UP OF GRIMES,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A COVER(COMPLETELY ENCLOSED)TO RECEPTACLE INSIDE WASHROOM USED FOR STAFF AND CUSTOMERS
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CRACKED PEELING PAINT ABOVE THE PREP/SERVING AREA(EAST WALL),FRONT AREA,REMOVE. REPAINT SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. GRIMES AND DEBRIS THROUGHOUT THE FLOORS: UNDER SHELVES,COOKING EQUIPMENT AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CRACKED PEELING PAINT ABOVE THE PREP/SERVING AREA(EAST WALL),FRONT AREA,REMOVE. REPAINT SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. GRIMES AND DEBRIS THROUGHOUT THE FLOORS: UNDER SHELVES,COOKING EQUIPMENT AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection