RestaurantLicence 2379377

La Torta Chilanga #2

5407 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago 60632

Latest verdictFailOct 6, 2026 · 7 days ago

Inspections21since Feb 4, 2015

Fail rate52.4%11 of 21 verdictscitywide 22.4% · above average

City risk ratingHigh riskWhat this kind of business could do if it went wrong — not a grade it earned.

Read the pairs, not the count. A failure is normally followed within days by a re-inspection, and that re-inspection is a second row here. On the timeline below they sit almost on top of each other — one bad day, two marks.

The whole record

Pass38%
Conditional10%
Fail52%

21 inspections from 2015 to 2026 · hover a mark

201520172019202120232025

FailOct 6, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-501.111: observed pest activity in facility. Observed approximately 8 live roaches in facility, observed live roaches crawling in corners of shelving above prep table. Observed two large flies in dining area. Instructed to eliminate roach and fly activity in facility, recommended pest control service facility on or after 10/1/2026 to eliminate roach and fly activity. Instructed to clean and sanitize said affected equipment and clean affected areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a) citation issued
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-501.112: observed dead roach in interior of small cold holding unit. Instructed to remove all dead insects from facility. Instructed to clean and sanitize said cold holding unit.
3. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  5-205.15: observed leaking from hot and cold water knobs on faucet at rear prep/dishwashing handwashing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed leaking faucet at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair faucet and maintain
4. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  5-501.116: observed black buildup on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.
5. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13: at time of inspection facility provided expired food handler training certificates for food handlers. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.
6. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  8-404.13(b:4): observed previous core violations from inspection report #2638385 dated 06/11/2026 not corrected. Instructed to correct. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued. Observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Observed stained ceiling tiles in areas such as dining room and in rear prep area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain. Observed dust buildup on wall above rear exit doors. Instructed to clean wall above rear exit doors and maintain. Observed grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area. Instructed to remove grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area and maintain. Observed grease buildup on floors, in corners and along bases of wall underneath and behind all cooking equipment and cold holding units in rear prep area. Instructed to clean floors in said areas and maintain. Observed unused equipment and containers stored outside space in between rear exit and unused walk in cooler. Instructed to remove all unused or non working equipment that is unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment. Observed dust and grease buildup on filters in both hoods in rear prep area. Instructed to clean filters in both hoods in rear prep area and maintain.
FailOct 1, 2026ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 13
  Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
  Observed adulterated container of sliced tomatoes in facility. Observed dead roach in container of sliced tomatoes held in cold holding unit. Instructed food shall be safe, unadulterated and honestly presented. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured said food valued at $5 weighing 3lbs priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed pest activity in facility. Observed approximately 8 live roaches in facility, observed live roaches crawling in corners of shelving above prep table. Observed two large flies in dining area. Instructed to eliminate roach and fly activity in facility, recommended pest control service facility on or after 10/1/2026 to eliminate roach and fly activity. Instructed to clean and sanitize said affected equipment and clean affected areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a) citation issued
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed dead roach in interior of small cold holding unit. Instructed to remove all dead insects from facility. Instructed to clean and sanitize said cold holding unit.
4. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed leaking from hot and cold water knobs on faucet at rear prep/dishwashing handwashing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed leaking faucet at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair faucet and maintain.
5. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  Observed waste water backing up from lid of grease trap onto floor when draining sanitizer compartment of three compartment sink in prep/dishwashing area. Instructed manager to repair grease trap in prep/dishwashing area for appropriate waste water drainage. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.
6. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed black buildup on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.
7. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  At time of inspection facility provided expired food handler training certificates for food handlers. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.
8. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Observed previous core violations from inspection report #2638385 dated 06/11/2026 not corrected. Instructed to correct. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued. Observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Observed stained ceiling tiles in areas such as dining room and in rear prep area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain. Observed dust buildup on wall above rear exit doors. Instructed to clean wall above rear exit doors and maintain. Observed grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area. Instructed to remove grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area and maintain. Observed grease buildup on floors, in corners and along bases of wall underneath and behind all cooking equipment and cold holding units in rear prep area. Instructed to clean floors in said areas and maintain. Observed unused equipment and containers stored outside space in between rear exit and unused walk in cooler. Instructed to remove all unused or non working equipment that is unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment. Observed dust and grease buildup on filters in both hoods in rear prep area. Instructed to clean filters in both hoods in rear prep area and maintain.
PassJun 18, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-202.15: observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors and observed opening at lower right corner of front entrance door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance
2. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  6-501.19: observed door of all gender washroom to not be self closing. Instructed to install self closing device on all gender washroom door so that it shall be tight fitting and self closing.
3. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  5-501.116: observed grease on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.
4. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  5-501.115: observed grease on ground in front and sides of outside grease container. Instructed to clean ground surrounding outside grease container and maintain.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.11: observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Observed stained ceiling tiles in areas such as dining room and in rear prep area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.12: observed dust buildup on wall above rear exit doors. Instructed to clean wall above rear exit doors and maintain. Observed grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area. Instructed to remove grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area and maintain. Observed grease buildup on floors, in corners and along bases of wall underneath and behind all cooking equipment and cold holding units in rear prep area. Instructed to clean floors in said areas and maintain.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.114: observed unused equipment and containers stored outside space in between rear exit and unused walk in cooler. Instructed to remove all unused or non working equipment that is unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.
8. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  6-501.14: observed dust and grease buildup on filters in both hoods in rear prep area. Instructed to clean filters in both hoods in rear prep area and maintain.
9. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13: at time of inspection facility provided no proof of food handler training for one food handler. Instructed to provide food handler certificates for all food handlers.
FailJun 16, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-501.111: observed over 70 rat droppings in facility. Observed rat droppings in dining area, cashier area and basement. Instructed to eliminate rodent activity, remove rat droppings and clean affected areas. Recommended licensed pest control company service facility on or after 6/1/2026. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-202.15: observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors and observed opening at lower right corner of front entrance door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance
3. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  6-501.19: observed door of all gender washroom to not be self closing. Instructed to install self closing device on all gender washroom door so that it shall be tight fitting and self closing.
4. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  5-501.116: observed grease on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.
5. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  5-501.115: observed grease on ground in front and sides of outside grease container. Instructed to clean ground surrounding outside grease container and maintain.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.11: observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Observed stained ceiling tiles in areas such as dining room and in rear prep area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.12: observed dust buildup on wall above rear exit doors. Instructed to clean wall above rear exit doors and maintain. Observed grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area. Instructed to remove grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area and maintain. Observed grease buildup on floors, in corners and along bases of wall underneath and behind all cooking equipment and cold holding units in rear prep area. Instructed to clean floors in said areas and maintain.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.114: observed unused equipment and containers stored outside space in between rear exit and unused walk in cooler. Instructed to remove all unused or non working equipment that is unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.
9. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  6-501.14: observed dust and grease buildup on filters in both hoods in rear prep area. Instructed to clean filters in both hoods in rear prep area and maintain.
10. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13: at time of inspection facility provided no proof of food handler training for one food handler. Instructed to provide food handler certificates for all food handlers.
FailJun 11, 2026ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Observed no city of Chicago certified foodservice manager on premises. Instructed city of Chicago certified foodservice manager must be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed no city of Chicago certified foodservice manager on premises. Instructed city of Chicago certified foodservice manager must be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued
3. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed cold tcs food(raw eggs in shell), held at improper temperatures ranging between 50.5-52.7f. Instructed all cold tcs food must be held at 41f or below. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured food valued at $40 weighing 4lbs priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued
4. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed two door refrigerator at improper ambient temperature of 50.4f. Instructed all cold holding units must be maintained at 41f or below. Corrected on site held for inspection tag placed on two door refrigerator. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued
5. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors and observed opening at lower right corner of front entrance door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.
6. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed over 70 rat droppings in facility. Observed rat droppings in dining area, cashier area and basement. Instructed to eliminate rodent activity, remove rat droppings and clean affected areas. Recommended licensed pest control company service facility on or after 6/1/2026. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued
7. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  Observed sanitizer compartment drain of three compartment sink stuffed with paper towels. Instructed to provide proper stoppers for three compartment sink.
8. 50
  Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
  Observed no hot running water on the premises, observed improper minimum water temperatures ranging between 69.6-76.5f. Instructed management to provide and maintain hot running water above 110f at the 3 compartment sink and above 100f at all hand washing sinks. Instructed hot water generation and distribution shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the retail food establishment. Corrected on site observed hot running water restored before conclusion of inspection, observed water temperatures ranging between 106.0-128.5f after restoration. Priority violation 7-38-030(c), citation issued
9. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  Observed waste water backing up from lid of grease trap onto floor when draining sanitizer compartment of three compartment sink in prep/dishwashing area. Instructed manager to repair grease trap in prep/dishwashing area for appropriate waste water drainage. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.
10. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed door of all gender washroom to not be self closing. Instructed to install self closing device on all gender washroom door so that it shall be tight fitting and self closing.
11. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed grease on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.
12. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed grease on ground in front and sides of outside grease container. Instructed to clean ground surrounding outside grease container and maintain.
13. +5 more
PassOct 30, 2025CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed food storage containers without labels containing the common name of foods. Instructed to provide.
2. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed food items stored in coolers and hot holding uncovered. Instructed to provide food grade lids/covers.
3. 43
  In-use utensils: properly stored
  Observed in-use utensils stored improperly directly inside of the food item container(s). Instructed to store properly between usage.
4. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed food items stored/covered improperly with aluminum foil in the coolers, prep area, frontline area and freezer. Instructed to remove aluminum foil and store/cover with food grade covers/lids.
5. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed build up of grease/grime on ventilation hood and filters above the cooking equipment. Instructed to clean.
6. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed city of Chicago food service sanitation manager on duty without allergen training certificate posted.
PassOct 8, 2024CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed torn gaskets on cold hold units. Instructed person in charge to repair gaskets on all cold hold units and maintain.
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed build-up of food residue on interior of cold hold units and doors. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
3. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed build-up of grease on filters in hood system in front prep area. Instucted person in charge to clean and maintain.
4. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed no allergen training certificate for certified manager on site at time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and retain certificate on site.
PassOct 2, 2023Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
FailSep 29, 2023Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-501.111 over 15 live small flies still in prep area and in basement. Instd to remove all flies, clean and sanitize all affected areas and have updated pest control service dated today or after todays date. 7-38-020(a) priority foundation
2. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  5-501.116: exterior of outside grease receptacle not clean, excessive grease/dust/debris. Instd to detail clean and maintain same.
3. 58
  Allergen training as required
  2-102.13: missing allergen training for city of Chicago certified food manager. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification
FailSep 25, 2023Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  4-204.112(b): missing thermometer in prep cooler. Instd to provide and maintain
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-501.111 live small flies still remain on wall and ceilings in prep area and in toilet room. Instd to remove all flies, clean and sanitize all affected areas and have updated pest control service dated today or after todays date. 7-38-020(a) priority foundation
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-601.11(c): interior cabinet of fryers, microwave, all shelving, all cooking equipment including legs/wheels and all attached piping, can opener, and exterior of dry storage containers not clean excessive grease, debris. Instd to clean and maintain same. Note: premises has used silver spray paint to paint over grease and debris on fryers and equipment. Instd to remove all grease and debris and spray paint and use proper food grade supplies to repair surfaces.
4. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  5-402.13 unable to verify if sewage issue repaired, all floor drains have been sealed (2 drains fully cemented. 1 drain with air conditioner drain line with garden hose extension completely with cement around, other 2 drains capped) . Pipe missing from basement utility sink causing waste water to accumulate on floor. Instd to have license plumber repair plumbing issue as required by law. Priority violation 7-38-030(c)
5. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  5-501.116: exterior of outside grease receptacle not clean, excessive grease/dust/debris. Instd to detail clean and maintain same.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.12 floor in basement not dry, waste water from utility sink accumulating on floor. Instd to clean and maintain same
7. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13: missing food handler training for all food handlers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification
8. 58
  Allergen training as required
  2-102.13: missing allergen training for city of Chicago certified food manager. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification
FailSep 20, 2023CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Missing thermometer in prep cooler. Instd to provide and maintain
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Outer openings not protected, observed side window with large gaps around air conditioner, open to air. Instd to have outer openings protected and tight fitting.
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Over 20 live small flies on wall and ceilings in prep area and in toilet room. Instd to remove all flies, clean and sanitize all affected areas and have updated pest control service. Citation issued 7-38-020(a) priority foundation
4. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Rust and alumunum foil noted on shelves under cooking line. Instd to remove foil, rust and repair surfaces so as to be smooth, even, and easily cleanable.
5. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Interior cabinet of fryers, microwave, all shelving, all cooking equipment including legs/wheels and all attached piping, can opener, and exterior of dry storage containers not clean excessive grease, debris. Instd to clean and maintain same
6. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  Observed raw black/brown sewage with human feces/excrements, toilet paper, and other waste backing up from floor drain and accumulating on large area of floor in basement. Foul sewage odor noted through out premises. Instd to repair plumbing issue, remove sewage and odor, clean and sanitize all affected areas. Instd to maintain floor clean and dry. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority
7. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Exterior of outside grease receptacle not clean, excessive grease/dust/debris. Instd to detail clean and maintain same.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Floor through out premises, under and behind cooking equipemnt, along wallbase and entire floor in basement not clean. Instd to clean and maintain same
9. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Missing food handler training for all food handlers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification
10. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Missing allergen training for city of Chicago certified food manager. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification
PassOct 26, 2022Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Must label bulk containers (salt) and maintain.
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Found approximately 1/2" gap on bottom and middle of rear exterior double doors. Must make tight fitting and maintain to prevent pest entry.
3. 41
  Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  Found soiled wiping cloths stored on prep table. Must store in sanitizing solution when not in use, maintain.
4. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Found torn gasket inside door of 3-door cooler. Must repair and maintain.
5. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Found accumulated ice build up inside deep freezer. Instructed to defrost and maintain.
6. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Found leak at pipe under prep handwashing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.
7. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Found no covered receptacle in unisex restroom. Instructed to provide and maintain.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found accumulated food debris on exterior and shelving of cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found multiple stained ceiling tiles in prep area. Instructed to replace and maintain.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found standing water on floor of basement. Instructed to keep dry.
FailOct 19, 2022CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 25
  Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
  Found no disclosure on menu for undercooked burgers. Must provide disclosure on menu for raw/undercooked food and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
2. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Must label bulk containers (salt) and maintain.
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Found approximately 1/2" gap on bottom and middle of rear exterior double doors. Must make tight fitting and maintain to prevent pest entry.
4. 41
  Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  Found soiled wiping cloths stored on prep table. Must store in sanitizing solution when not in use, maintain.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Found torn gasket inside door of 3-door cooler. Must repair and maintain.
6. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Found accumulated ice build up inside deep freezer. Instructed to defrost and maintain.
7. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Found leak at pipe under prep handwashing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.
8. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Found no covered receptacle in unisex restroom. Instructed to provide and maintain.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found accumulated food debris on exterior and shelving of cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found standing water on floor of basement. Instructed to keep dry.
11. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found multiple stained ceiling tiles in prep area. Instructed to replace and maintain.
12. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Previous core violation not corrected from 6/23/21, report #2521826: #57: employees missing food handler training. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site must correct the above violation. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.
PassJun 23, 2021Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-501.11 condensor line leaking in upright 2 door cooler causing water accumulation on interior bottom. Instd to repair and maintain
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-601.11(c) inbetween fryer and grill and surface underneath grill not clean, excessive food debris instd to clean and maintain
3. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  5-205.15: improper stoppers for 3-compartment sink, using plastic wrap. Instd to provide proper stoppers and maintain
4. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13: employees missing food handler training. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site
FailJun 16, 2021CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  No employee health policy. Instd to provide an employee acknowledged health policy and maintain on site. Priority foundation 7-38-010
2. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  No procedure in place for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instd to provide procedure and supplies and maintain on site at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-005
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  2 live roaches crawling under hot water tank and dead roaches noted in same area. Instd to remove all roaches, clean and sanitize affected areas and contact pest control for service. Citation issued 7-38-020(a) priority foundation
4. 43
  In-use utensils: properly stored
  Styrofoam cups being stored inside containers of salsa and being used as dispensing utensils. Instd to use proper dispensing utensils and store properly (handle not in food)
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Condensor line leaking in upright 2 door cooler causing water accumulation on interior bottom. Instd to repair and maintain
6. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Inbetween fryer and grill and surface underneath grill not clean, excessive food debris instd to clean and maintain
7. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Improper stoppers for 3-compartment sink, using plastic wrap. Instd to provide proper stoppers and maintain
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Floor in basement not clean or dry. Instd to maintain clean and dry
9. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Employees missing food handler training. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site
ConditionalJan 8, 2019Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  Observed no employee health policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation 7-38-010.
2. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed no vomit and diarrhea clean up policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
FailJan 3, 2019CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  Observed no employee health policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation 7-38-010.
2. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed no vomit and diarrhea clean up policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
3. 9
  No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
  Observed food handler touch uncooked beef with raw hands and then touch bread. Instructed no bare hand contact with ready to eat foods, such as bread. Instructed must use utensils or wear gloves to handle ready to eat foods. Operator discarded contaminated bread during inspection. Instructed must wash hands and use utensils after switching tasks. Priority violation 7-38-010. Citation issued.
4. 23
  Proper date marking and disposition
  Observed no labels on tcs foods in coolers. Must label all tcs foods with name and discard date. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
5. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Observed no metal stem thermometer on site. Must provide metal stem thermometer to measure internal food temperature. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
6. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed approximately 20 mice droppings and 1 live roach in dry storage stairwell area. Must detail clean and sanitize area. Must eliminate pest issue. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
7. 46
  Gloves used properly
  Observed no gloves on site. Recommended gloves and/or utensils for ready to eat foods.
8. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed drain line from 2 door cooler not properly connected to drain system. (drain line emptying into pan on floor). Must repair.
9. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed excessive debris and ice accumulation inside chest freezer. Must defrost, clean and sanitize.
10. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Backflow prevention device not located on utility sink on main floor and basement utility sink. Must provide back flow prevention device on utility sink.
11. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  Observed standing, deep, waste/sewage water in all of basement. Instructed must clean and sanitize basement and storage area at top of stairs of basement. Must repair plumbing issue. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
12. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed outside garbage area not maintained. Observed lid open and garbage overflowing. Must clean area around garbage container. Must keep all garbage contained in container with lid closed. Observed items on ground near garbage container. Observed excessive grease on outdoor grease container. Instructed must clean grease container. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b). Citation issued.
13. +2 more
PassJan 24, 2017CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Observed water damaged ceiling tile over dining table front, instructed to replace. Also clean front dining area light shields.
2. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  Rear yard walk-in cooler (not in use),full of clutter, instructed to organize and remove items not being used.
ConditionalApr 21, 2016CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 2
  Facilities to maintain proper temperature
  Facilities do not maintain proper temperature. Observed the 2 door prep cooler with an air temperature of 45.9f. The cooler was used to store potentially hazardous foods such as meats and cheese. Management instructed to repair and maintain the cooler below 40f. Critical violation 7-38-005a.
2. 3
  Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
  Observed potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures inside of the prep cooler. Observed ham at 45.3f, chicken at 49.4f, raw bacon at 48.1f, cheese at 45.2f, and steak at 46.4f. Observed breaded steak at 68.3f on top of the oil container in the food prep area. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 10# of food worth $100. Critical violation 7-38-005a.
3. 16
  Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
  Food not protected from contamination during storage. Observed cut vegetables (onions and carrots) stored in a plastic bucket with a dishwashing liquid label on it. Management instructed to use only food grade storage containers. Also, observed a dirty apron and a used paper towel in the container used to store onions. Management instructed to separate food from personal items and trash. Serious violation 7-38-005a.
4. 30
  Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
  Dry food storage containers must be labeled.
5. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Observed frozen meat stored in a grocery bag in the chest freezer. Management instructed to use only food grade storage bags.
6. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Detail clean the interior of the 2 door prep cooler, prep tables.
7. 45
  Food handler requirements met
  All food handling employees must show proof of food handler training. Must provide.
PassFeb 11, 2015License Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
FailFeb 4, 2015LicenseRisk 1 (High)
1. 18
  No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
  Observed live roach activity (adult and nymph) by attached motor hardware of cooler at front line. Also noted over 15 rat droppings scattered on floor behind cooler in dining area and cooler in prep area. Rub markings noted at base of locked door leading to basement that is located in prep area. Rear door not rodent proof, approx 1/4 inch gap located at bottom of exit doors. Instd to remove all insects, rodent activity, clean, sanitize affected areas and rodent proof door so as to be tight fitting.
2. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Cutting boards at prep line, stained with deep, dark grooves. Instd to replace same.
3. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Interior bottom of fryers and rubber gaskets of prep cooler doors not clean, debris. Clean same and maintain.
4. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Gaps noted at base of wall and floor in rear. Instd to provide 4 inch wallbase coving in prep area and behind 3-compartment sink.

Fails sit above the line, passes below. Every inspection the city has published for this licence.

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What it gets cited for

5519×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
3817×
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
5412×
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
579×
All food employees have food handler training
478×
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
498×
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
517×
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
586×
Allergen training as required

Counted across every inspection on record here. A code that keeps coming back is the more telling signal.

Source

Published by the Chicago Department of Public Health as Food Inspections, updated weekly. This page shows every row the city holds under licence 2379377 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.