What is Potbelly Sandwich Shop's health inspection score?

Potbelly Sandwich Shop has a SafeDine safety score of 71 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Potbelly Sandwich Shop last inspected?

Potbelly Sandwich Shop was last inspected on February 3, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Potbelly Sandwich Shop have?

Potbelly Sandwich Shop has 15 total violations across 4 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Potbelly Sandwich Shop safe to eat at?

Potbelly Sandwich Shop has a good safety record with a score of 71/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Potbelly Sandwich Shop serve?

Potbelly Sandwich Shop serves Sandwich cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Potbelly Sandwich Shop

Name: Potbelly Sandwich Shop
Address: 6464 N SHERIDAN RD, Chicago, 60626
Rating: 71

6464 N SHERIDAN RD, Chicago

Data may be outdated — inspected 2/3/2025

▼Declining

Own or manage this restaurant?

Claim it to unlock analytics →

0Good

Sandwich•Rogers Park

Ranked #131 of 202 in Rogers ParkBetter than 100% of sandwich restaurants

Declining

4 inspections

Last: Feb 3, 2025

low confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

Clean Rate

3.8

Avg Violations

14 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

Live Data Feed

Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-29

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-6 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-7 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-12 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-15 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

6464 N SHERIDAN RD, Chicago, IL 60626

Open in Maps

View Menu Order Online

Violation Timeline

Sep 2022

1 inspections

2 high priority

1 intermediate

3 basic

Sep

Mar 2023

1 inspections

1 intermediate

May 2024

1 inspections

1 basic

May

Feb 2025

1 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

5 basic

Inspection History

4 records on file

4 Canvass

Feb 25

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 High1 Med5 Basic

7 total

75/100inspection score

−25 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE COMPARTMENTS NOT CLEAN (INTERIOR TOP). ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN UNIT.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
DRY FOOD IN PLASTIC CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH COMMON NAME:FLOUR,SUGAR ETC.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
SOME CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN WITH DARK STAINS AND DEEP CUTS,MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE SAID CUTTING BOARDS
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
EXCESS STICKY SUBSTANCE AT SELF SERVE SODA MACHINE BY THE NOZZLES.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
REPAIR BROKED BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT FAUCET OF MOP SINK.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
REMOVE SYRUP FROM FLOOR INSIDE THE CABINET OF ICE MACHINE AND SODE DISPENSER IN SERVING AREA.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
BROKEN PROTECTIVE LIGHT SHIELD AT REAR PREP AREA BY THE DOOR IN PREP AREA.REPLACE.

Base deductions−25 pts

May 24

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS, LOOSE CARBROARD, AND EMPTY BOXES BENEATH SHELVES IN THE REAR FOOD STORAGE SHELF AS WELL AS UNDER THE STANDING TWO DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA FREE OF DEBRIS.

Base deductions−2 pts

Mar 23

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med

1 total

95/100inspection score

−5 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED SMALL REACH IN COOLERS WITHOUT THERMOMETERS INSIDE ON COOKING LINE. MAKE SURE ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS HAVE INTERAL THERMOMETERS AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−5 pts

Sep 22

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High1 Med3 Basic

6 total1 risk factor

64/100inspection score

−31 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER IS NOT PRESENT ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED (TURKEY DELI MEATS) AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. A PERSON THAT HOLDS A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES DURING HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
A SIGN OR POSTER NOTIFYING FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS IS NOT PROVIDED AT GENDER RESTROOMS, AND HANDWASHING SINKS ARE USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES. PROVIDE A VISIBLE HANDWASHING SIGN AT EACH HAND SINK.-- PROVIDED HAND WASHING SIGN ON SITE.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
THERMOMETERS ARE NOT PROVIDED IN PREP-LINE COOLERS NEAR THE FRONT DESSERT AREA. COLD/HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT USED FOR TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY SHALL HAVE AT LEAST ONE THERMOMETER IN AN EASILY VIEWED LOCATION.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
ALL GENDER RESTROOM LACKS A COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR THE DISPOSAL OF FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS. PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE RESTROOM.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
CEILING TILES NEAR VENT IN THE BACK PREPARATION/STORAGE AREA ARE SOILED WITH DEBRIS. THE FACILITY MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAINED.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
THE PERSON THAT HOLDS THE CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE DOES NOT HAVE A FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HOLD A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE MUST OBTAIN A VALID ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE.

Base deductions−31 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Community Reviews

No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!

Leave a Review

Community Safety Reports

No reviewed safety reports. Help keep others safe by reporting any food safety concerns.

Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

Explore More

Restaurants in Chicago Sandwich Restaurants Best in Chicago All Illinois Restaurants