Marisqueria Los Cabos
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
95
Score
Marisqueria Los Cabos has been inspected 24 times since 2012. The most recent report on file is from Apr 20, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited 15 times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
24
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD IN KITCHEN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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95
May 14, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12// NOTED DRY INGREDIENTS AT ALL PREP TABELS AND COOKS LINE WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS OF COMMON NAMES FOR ITEMS REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11// NOTED FOOD HANDLER IN KITCHEN AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREA WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.11(B, C, D, E)// OBSERVED RICE WATER, SOPA, DRY CHILES, AND SALSA STORED IN 5 GALLON HOMEDEPOT AND MENARDS BUCKETS IN WALKING COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND CONTAINERS ONLY.
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May 7, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
Inspector notes: NOTED COOKED STEAK AND TOMATO SAUCE IN WALK-IN COOLER WITH WHITE MOLD. APPROXIMATELY 2 LBS AT $20. PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED AND DENATURED PRODUCT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-40-050(A) CITATION ISSUED
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK, PINK AND BROWN SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING ONTO ICE CUBES STORED AT BELOW ICE BIN IN REAR KITCHEN/DISH AREA ICE MACHINE. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE DEEP CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: NOTED DRY INGREDIENTS AT ALL PREP TABELS AND COOKS LINE WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS OF COMMON NAMES FOR ITEMS REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: NOTED FOOD HANDLER IN KITCHEN AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREA WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RICE WATER, SOPA, DRY CHILES, AND SALSA STORED IN 5 GALLON HOMEDEPOT AND MENARDS BUCKETS IN WALKING COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND CONTAINERS ONLY.
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Sep 3, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 9/19/2023, REPORT #2581962. #58-2-102.13--OBSERVED MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
60
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST PEELING INSIDE OF MICROWAVE. MUST REPAIR.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE RAT DROPPINGS SURROUNDING OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER AREA.
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Sep 19, 2023
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THREE DEAD COCKROACHES ON PREMISES. ONE DEAD COCKROACH FOUND BY REAR EXIT DOOR AND TWO DEAD ROACHES FOUND IN FOOD STORAGE ROOM. MUST REMOVE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11--OBSERVED TORN GASKET AT 2-DOOR FREEZER. MUST REPAIR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.13--OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTERS INSIDE OF MICROWAVE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13--OBSERVED MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
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Sep 12, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE LIVE COCKROACH ON SHELF IN FOOD STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE DEAD COCKROACH LOCATED INSIDE 2-DOOR FREEZER, ONE DEAD ROACH BEHIND ICE MACHINE AND ONE LIVE COCKROACH ON GLUEBOARD NEAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN GASKET AT 2-DOOR FREEZER. MUST REPAIR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTERS INSIDE OF MICROWAVE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
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74
Nov 22, 2022
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Nov 10, 2022
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: FOUND 2 LIVE ROACHES AT REAR STORAGE AREAS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION.CITATION ISSUED.7-38-020A.MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY AND NOTIFY PEST CONTROL OPERATOR.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EXPOSED HAND SINK AT FRONT JUICE SERVING AREAS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION.NO CITATION ISSUED.7-38-030C.MUST PROVIDE.
10
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: FOUND NO REMINDER DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS INSIDE MENU FOR RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION.NO CITATION ISSUED.7-38-005.MUST PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT MAIN KITCHEN AREAS.MUST CLEAN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: FOUND BURNTLIGHT FIXTURES AT MAIN KITCHEN AREAS.MUST REPLACE BURNT BULBS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE.
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Nov 19, 2021
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND ICE SCOOP STORED ON ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.(COS)
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED KITCHEN MULTI-USE UTENSILS NOT PROPERLY STORED IN REAR MAIN COOK LINE.KITCHENWARE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND INVERTED WITH HANDLES-UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR STAND-UP FREEZER AT FRONT PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE FOUNTAIN DRINK STATION AT FRONT PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 24, 2021
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11--OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER DIRECTLY ACROSS THE COOKING GRILL.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.11(B, C, D, E)--OBSERVED FROZEN FOODS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN- FREEZER.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13--ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Mar 17, 2021
Routine
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROX:20 RODENT(MICE)DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG THE WALLS AND IN CORNERS IN THE CLUTTERED REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS;ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTS AND PANS NOT PROPERLY STORED THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN SHELVES.MUST PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT AND MULTI-USE UTENSILS (HANDLES-UP)TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER DIRECTLY ACROSS THE COOKING GRILL.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FROZEN FOODS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN- FREEZER.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOILS USED TO LINE KITCHEN SHELVES AND PREP TABLES.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL ALUMINUM FOIL LINERS AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FAN COVERS/CONDENSOR IN WALK-IN-COOLER TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO BETTER MAINTAIN OUTDOOR DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE AND REMOVE BROKEN UNUSED WOODEN PALLETS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND REMAINING ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND ELEVATED OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIM LIGHT IN WALK-IN-COOLER.MUST PROVIDE BRIGHTER BULB AND REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Dec 9, 2019
Reinspection
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND HAND DRYING DEVICE OR PAPER TOWEL IN FRONT PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) NO CITATION ISSUED
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT EVERY HANDSINK INCLUDING HANDSINK INSIDE MEN AND WOMEN'S WASHROOM.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME.
37
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF PREP COOLER WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS IN PREP/COOKING AREA (ACROSS GRILL).
47
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED BEHIND ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT IT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION UNDER AND AROUND FRYER.
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Nov 26, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND LOW TEMPERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINE FINAL SANITIZING RINSE AT 0 PPM CHLORINE CONCENTRATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO FIX AND MAINTAIN. A MECHANICAL DISHWASHING MACHINES SHOULD PROVIDE A FINAL SANITIZING RINSE OF EITHER 50 ? 100 PPM CHLORINE (FOR CHEMICAL SANITIZING MACHINE) OR 180F FINAL RINSE (FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING MACHINE). DISHMACHINE IS TAGGED 'HELD FOR INSPECTION' INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED (SEE COMMENTS BELOW). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED PROCEDURE/PLAN AND APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER/SPRAY THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND HAND DRYING DEVICE OR PAPER TOWEL IN FRONT PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) NO CITATION ISSUED
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY OR DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER POSTED AND ON MENUS FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT EVERY HANDSINK INCLUDING HANDSINK INSIDE MEN AND WOMEN'S WASHROOM.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF PREP COOLER WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS IN PREP/COOKING AREA (ACROSS GRILL).
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED BEHIND ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT IT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION UNDER AND AROUND FRYER.
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Jun 28, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN METAL STORAGE RACKS WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD ACCUMULATION INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.---------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE WITH SLIGHT ACCUMULATION.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH DUST BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Oct 25, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: USING CARRYOUT BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS AND ICE BUILD-UP IN 2 DOOR FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER BY REAR DOOR, INSTRUCTED REMOVE, CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ONE EMPLOYEE WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Feb 25, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREPARED FOODS IN FRONT COOLER WITHOUT DATE OR LABEL. INSTRUCTED MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOODS. OBSERVED SEVERAL DIFFERENT FOODS STORED IN BROWN PLASTIC CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS FOR ALL FOOD PRODUCTS DURING STORAGE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN GASKETS ON PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM COOK LINE. OPERATOR USING DUCK TAPE TO KEEP GASKETS ON. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST PROVIDE A COVER FROM ICE BIN,
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED AND STAINED CUTTING BOARD IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCT TO SAND, REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SAME
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP IN HOOD OVER COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER BY REAR DOOR, INSTRUCTED REMOVE, CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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78
Aug 11, 2015
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS IN PREP/COOKING AREA AND IN REAR AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.---------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS UNDERNEATH STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE REAR STORAGE ROOM AND FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED IN REAR PREP/COOKING AND IN REAR STORAGE AREA. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
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Apr 22, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID/COVER FOR ICE BIN BEHIND FRONT SERVICE AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR WITH CLUTTER AND DEBRIS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE. ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED PROPERLY IN A CLEAN SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION..
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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78
Oct 8, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated in walk in freezer, must properly date food items in walk in freezer.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint, rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced, rear storage shelving/racks in rear storage room that had rust/peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need cleaning, rear storage shelving not clean, need cleaning(detailed). Non food contact surfaces of ice machine not clean, needs cleaning(detailed).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in rear storage rooms under shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in kitchen food prep areas, and in rear storage areas, shall be repaired/replaced.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
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74
Jan 28, 2014
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE,INVERT ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS,DISHWARE IN KITCHEN AREAS,DRY STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RAW WOODEN SURFACES NEAR SHELVINGS IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM MUST BE SEALED USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH. REMOVE SOILED CARDBOARD LINERS FROM KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS. REPLACE BROKEN GASKET AT 3 DOOR LINE FOOD PREP COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FAN COVERS,SHELVINGS,HOOD/FILTERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
33
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTER PROOF LIGHTING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR NEWLY INSTALLED NESCAFE COFFEE STATION.
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78
Jan 22, 2014
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place
Inspector notes: OBSERVED (1) CONTAINER OF PORTION SIZED OYSTERS HELD INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER IN KITCHEN LACKING THE REQUIRED SHELLFISH TAG. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED,DENATURED SAID SHELLFISH- TOTAL COUNT (40) OYSTERS,TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE$50.00 PER MANAGER DURING THIS INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (B). "THIS TAG IS REQUIRED TO BE ATTACHED UNTIL CONTAINER IS EMPTY AND THEREAFTER KEPT ON FILE FOR 90 DAYS".
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION .MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL ATT:D.BHATTAL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE,INVERT ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS,DISHWARE IN KITCHEN AREAS,DRY STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RAW WOODEN SURFACES NEAR SHELVINGS IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM MUST BE SEALED USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH. REMOVE SOILED CARDBOARD LINERS FROM KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS. REPLACE BROKEN GASKET AT 3 DOOR LINE FOOD PREP COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FAN COVERS,SHELVINGS,HOOD/FILTERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTER PROOF LIGHTING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR NEWLY INSTALLED NESCAFE COFFEE STATION.
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70
Jun 11, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, walk in freezer, must date and label food items in walk in cooler, walk in freezer.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, front bar area, rear storage room not clean, need cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area, rear storage areas shall be repaired/replaced.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light shields in kitchen prep area, rear storage area not clean, need cleaning.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler not clean, needs detailed cleaning, 3 compartment sink faucet leaking at neck, shall be repaired/replaced.
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70
Jul 27, 2012
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK EQUIPPED WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
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Jun 5, 2012
License
3 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: PREP COOLER AT 46.8F AND WALK IN FREEZER AT 50.5F,INSTRUCTED FACILITIES MUST BE AT PROPER TEMPERATURES ,COOLER AT 40F OR BELOW AND FREEZER AT -0F BELOW
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL 1 HAND SINK AT THE REAR OR REMOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: INTERIOR ICE MACHINE UNCLEAN,INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Marisqueria Los Cabos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Marisqueria Los Cabos on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains 24 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Marisqueria Los Cabos?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited 15 times, more than any other issue at Marisqueria Los Cabos.
Has Marisqueria Los Cabos' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Marisqueria Los Cabos have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Marisqueria Los Cabos means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Marisqueria Los Cabos inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Marisqueria Los Cabos is inspected around two times per year on average.
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