Pepe's Tacos

2014-2024 E 87Th St, Chicago, IL 60617

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: May 24, 2011

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. On May 24, 2011, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. The most recent inspection at Pepe's Tacos is from May 24, 2011, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

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

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 24, 2011

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.OBSERVED POTATO CHOPER AND SLICER NOT CLEAN INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYER DOORS.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.

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 cleanedOBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALSO WEST WALL IN POOR REPAIR INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND RE-PAINT

Nov 18, 2010

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector notes: The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products. must lable/date all prep foods in wic,wif,-fifo.

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. must repair drying device in ladies washroom or install paper towel device. also must repair bottom door attachment inside left loose in poor repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pepe's Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pepe's Tacos on file is from May 24, 2011. The public record contains two inspections in total.

Has Pepe's Tacos' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pepe's Tacos have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pepe's Tacos means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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