Nuevo Taco Loco Incorporated

1724-1726 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 1, 2012
90
Score
Low Risk

Nuevo Taco Loco Incorporated has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. On Mar 1, 2012, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that Nuevo Taco Loco Incorporated's inspection history hasn't been updated since Mar 1, 2012; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Nuevo Taco Loco Incorporated is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 1, 2012
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED FOOD BUILD UP ON NOZZLE OF HORCHATA MACHINE AND FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE PREP COOLER DOOR RUBBER GASKETS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE PREP AREA STEAMTABLE. MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES.
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90
Nov 17, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE,WEST PANEL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR OF CHEST FREEZER IN PREP AREA / KITCHEN (FOOD DEBRIS).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL HOLE ON WALL AND AROUND THE WATER PIPE.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nuevo Taco Loco Incorporated last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nuevo Taco Loco Incorporated on file is from Mar 1, 2012. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nuevo Taco Loco Incorporated?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nuevo Taco Loco Incorporated.

Has Nuevo Taco Loco Incorporated's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nuevo Taco Loco Incorporated have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Nuevo Taco Loco Incorporated means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.