Qdoba Mexican Eats
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
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Score
Qdoba Mexican Eats appears in inspection records 28 times, starting in 2011. On Jan 7, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been the most frequent reason, cited seven times.
By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Qdoba Mexican Eats on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
11 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY WATER SUPPLY LINE AT FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF DINING ROOM DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN AND PITTED CUTTING BOARDS TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MUST REPLACE MISSING GASKETS ON HOT HOLDING UNIT.MUST REPAIR FRYER CABINET DOOR IN POOR REPAIR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,ROLLING CARTS,GLASS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT,ICE DISPENSER ON SODA MACHINE,EXTERIOR OF GREASE FILTER UNITSHELVING UNITS AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS & FAN GUARD COVERS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAK AT TOILET IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 16, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN THE REAR PREP/DRY STORAGE AREA.
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Feb 6, 2024
License
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO LOCATE AND VERIFY FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES DURING INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Jan 8, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOUND SOME FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW UP-TO-DATE VALID PROOF OF TRAINING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST RE-CERTIFY/COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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May 16, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Cold TCS food held at improper temperature, found 4 quarts cartons of liquid eggs at 51.3f in rear prep cooler. instructed manager to hold at cold TCS foods at 41f or lower. Priority violation 7-38-005. Eggs discarded valued at $20.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Found prep cooler Air temp at 64.3f, cooler is used to hold TCS foods. Instructed manager to keep all coolers temperature at 41f or lower, Priority violation 7-38-005. cooler is tagged not allowed to use, must contact the office of CDPH for tag removal request
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: No certified food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, rice...) instructed to obtain. priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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Apr 20, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND MANAGERS WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS.
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Jan 27, 2021
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: BULK FOOD CONTAINER NOT LABELD ( SALT) INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 10, 2020
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND HOT TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD STEAK ( 10 LBS BRIGHT RED WITH BLOOD ) AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES (117F) LOCATED IN REAR PREP HOT HOLDING UNIT. MUST PROVIDE A HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 135 F AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER DENATURED AND DISCARDED FOOD (10 LB) . PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND TIME/ TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS GUACAMOLE (50 LB) AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES LOCATED IN WALK IN COOLER AT 49F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SAID TCS FOODS AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLDING TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER DISCARDED ALL SAID TCS FOODS, COST OF ALL FOODS $100 . PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION # 21.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGNANGE AT HANDWASHING SINK LOACTED IN FRONT AND REAR FOOD PREPERATION AREA. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND A MINIMAL AMOUNT OF PINK SUBSTANCE THROUGH OUT INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA ON SOUTH WALL LEAKING DROPLETS FROM DRAIN PIPE. FOUND SAID DRAIN PIPE PUNCTURED WITH A WHOLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 12, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDING INSTRUCTION GUIDE FOR ONSITE BODILY FLUID SPILL KIT USED TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ALL APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES AND POLICIES (KIT INSTRUCTION GUIDE) AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK ALONG THE SIDE OF THE FRONT SERVICE LINE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE PREP AREAS NEAR THE ICE MACHINE AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BURNED OUT LIGHT-BULB IN THE REAR CEILING FIXTURE NEAR THE WALK IN COOLER UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING IN THE UNIT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN IN THE REAR CEILING FIXTURE NEAR THE WALK IN COOLER UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES
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Jun 5, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDING INSTRUCTION GUIDE FOR ONSITE BODILY FLUID SPILL KIT USED TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ALL APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES AND POLICIES (KIT INSTRUCTION GUIDE) AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY WITH APPROX. 30 SMALL FLIES NOTED DURING INSPECTION. SMALL FLY ACTIVITY WAS NOTED THROUGHOUT NEAR THE DISH WASHING AREA, PREP AREA WALLS & CEILINGS, MANAGER OFFICE AND REAR STORAGE AREA. ADVISED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2200740 ON 8/10/18. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (58) PA 100-0367 - O NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE, INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER OBTAIN. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK ALONG THE SIDE OF THE FRONT SERVICE LINE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE PREP AREAS NEAR THE ICE MACHINE AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BURNED OUT LIGHT-BULB IN THE REAR CEILING FIXTURE NEAR THE WALK IN COOLER UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING IN THE UNIT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN IN THE REAR CEILING FIXTURE NEAR THE WALK IN COOLER UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: REFER TO VIOLATION #60
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Aug 10, 2018
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE, INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, A 90 day grace period was given for all new priority and priority foundation violations. Citations will be issued on the next inspection after the 90 day grace period for these violations. (New violations are marked with an asterisk*) -
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION A 90 day grace period was given for all new priority and priority foundation violations. Citations will be issued on the next inspection after the 90 day grace period for these violations. (New violations are marked with an asterisk*) -
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: WALK-IN COOLER FAN COVER WITH HEAVY DUST BUILDUP, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 28, 2017
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE OF THE FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CONDENSER LEAKING ON TO THE FLOOR INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CONDENSER AND MAINTAIN.
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May 2, 2017
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
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Nov 17, 2016
Complaint
No violations found.
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Nov 3, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 27, 2016
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Found/observed front entrance/exit revolving door no rodent proofed door had gaps on bottom and top of revolving door ranging from 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch or greater, citation issued 7-38-020 serious violation
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Found/observed previous minor violation #34 not in compliance(floors in rear prep area by 3 compartment sink, and exposed hand sink needs re-grouting. from inspection report # 1689302, dated 4/05/2016). citation issued 7-42-090, serious violation.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Front counter shelving/ racks, rear storage kitchen shelving not clean, had excess food debris, 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 in rear prep area by 3 compartment sink, and exposed hand sink need re-grouting(not in compliance)see violation # 29. Floors in rear kitchen areas, and bathrooms not clean, had excess debris accumulation, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles in rear kitchen prep area not clean, had excess dirt build up, need detailed cleaning, dust accumulation removed.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Missing exhaust fan guards in rear kitchen prep area, by exposed hand sink/walk in cooler area, shall be provided, replaced.
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Apr 5, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Caulk around exposed hand sinks in kitchen prep areas, in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Cutting boards that had deep cuts, shall be replaced. 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: Walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Non food contact surfaces of ice machine not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Prep tables lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). 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, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). Floors in rear prep area by 3 compartment sink, and exposed hand sink needs re-grouting.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: ceiling tiles in front prep area had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3 compartment sink 2nd faucet leaking at neck, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Sep 24, 2015
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: VIOLATION CORRECTED. NO EVIDENCE OF SMALL FLIES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION.
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Sep 11, 2015
Suspected Food Poisoning
5 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TOILET IN MENS WASHROOM USED BY STAFF AND CUSTOMERS WITH FECES IN BOWL AND ON TOILET SEAT WITH SOILED TISSUE ON FLOOR AROUND SEAT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 ISSUED.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 25 SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON WALL, CEILING AT REAR DISHROOM AND ABOVE EXPOSED HANDWASH SINK AND 10 ON WALL IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA. MUST REMOVE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AND AT GRILL IN REAR OF FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE STORED POTS/PANS ON SHELF AT REAR OF HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES AT REAR IN DISH ROOM AREA.
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Feb 17, 2015
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: ALL STORAGE IN SMALL ROOM BY OFFICE STORED ON FLOORS.MUST ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE,SUPPLIES ON ADEQUATE SHELVING OFF FLOORS AT LEAST 6 INCHES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILINGS AND LIGHTSHIELDS IN PREP ARE NOT CLEAN,DUSTY.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Mar 7, 2014
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: DISPOSABLE UTENSILS NOT STORED PROPERLY IN STORAGE ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP COVERD.
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Dec 19, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY LABEL LARGE WHITE PLASTIC STORAGE CONTAINER HOLDING RICE AT ALL TIMES. ALL FOOD NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE FOOD CRUMBS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR SMALL LEAK UNDER THE THE REAR EXPOSED HAND SINK CLOSEST TO THE 3-COMP SINK.
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Apr 16, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: UPON ARRIVAL AT 8:20 A.M. THERE WAS NO CERTIFIED CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER PRESENT WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED. MANAGER ARRIVED ON PREMISES AT 8:40 A.M. WITH HIS VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. A CERTIFIED CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.CDI.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED STANDING WATER NEXT TO THE MOP.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF BULB OR LIGHT SHIELD AT THE UPRIGHT COOLER BY THE SIDE CUSTOMER DINING AREA.
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Dec 18, 2012
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE CABINET UNDER THE BEVERAGE STATION, EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT/FRYER AND GREASE TRAP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELIMINATE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ORGANIZE SMALL FRONT STORAGE AREA.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Dec 11, 2012
Suspected Food Poisoning
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: FOUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREAN NOT MAINTAINED, LITTER/DEBRIS AND LEAKAGE UNDER/AROUND COMPACTOR. INSTRUCTED TO FIND SOURCE OF LEAKAGE, FIX, CLEAN/MAINTAINED OUTSIDE DUMPTSTER AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE OR MANAGER ON SITE WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (I.E. RICE, CHICKEN, BEEF, PORK, ETC.)INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE ON THE PREMISES AND POSTED IN PLAIN VIEWING AND A CERTIFIED MANAGER AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE CABINET UNDER THE BEVERAGE STATION, EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT/FRYER AND GREASE TRAP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELIMINATE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ORGANIZE SMALL FRONT STORAGE AREA.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Jan 26, 2012
Complaint
No violations found.
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Sep 22, 2011
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. UPPER PANEL OF ICE MAKER INTERIOR SURFACES NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. STANDING DIRTY WATER BEHIND GREASE TRAP AND ICE MAKER, INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. DRIPPINGS FROM CONDENSATION AT COOLING UNITS PIPES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO INSULATE PIPES PROPERLY.
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Apr 26, 2011
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED FOOD AND SANITATION MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE HANDLING AND SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Qdoba Mexican Eats last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Qdoba Mexican Eats on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains 28 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Qdoba Mexican Eats?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Qdoba Mexican Eats.
Has Qdoba Mexican Eats' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Qdoba Mexican Eats have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Qdoba Mexican Eats means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Qdoba Mexican Eats inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Qdoba Mexican Eats is inspected around two times per year on average.
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