Que Onda Tacos and Tequila
Last inspected: Dec 2, 2022
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Score
Que Onda Tacos and Tequila has been inspected seven times since 2019. The most recent visit was on Dec 2, 2022. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. The most recent inspection at Que Onda Tacos and Tequila is from Dec 2, 2022, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, showing up five times.
Among Chicago restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Dec 2, 2022
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DISH MACHINE BEHIND BAR WITH NO SANITIZER DETECTED. MACHINE WAS NOT IN USE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MACHINE WAS TAGGED. NO CITATION ISSUED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS BEHIND ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT UNCLEAN. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 7, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DISH MACHINE BEHIND BAR WITH NO SANITIZER DETECTED. MACHINE WAS NOT IN USE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MACHINE WAS TAGGED. NO CITATION ISSUED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CONSUMER ADVISORY NEEDS TO BE UPDATED TO INCLUDE CONTAILS SERVED WITH RAW EGG. UPDATE MENUS TO DISCLOSE ALL DRINKS SERVED WITH RAW EGG. PRIOIRTY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES IN DISHWASHING AREA. REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WALL UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISREPAIR. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS BEING ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT UNCLEAN. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 23, 2021
Routine
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND INCOMPLETE VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL SPILL KIT ( MISSING ITEM APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMPLETE SPILL KIT. 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 HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK BEHIND THE BAR.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, SUGAR, SESAME SEEDS ETC).
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID/COVER FOR ICE BIN TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEHIND THE BAR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE/COUNTER SHELVINGS WITH DUST ACCUMULATION BEHIND THE BAR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM AND FLOORS INSIDE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOUND SOME FOOD HANDLER WITH EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CURRENT CERTIFICATE FOR EACH EMPLOYEE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Feb 18, 2020
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME GREASE ACCUMULATION BUILD UP ON THE HOOD OVER HOT LINE AREA IN THE KITCHEN.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOT LINE HOOD IN KITCHEN
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Mar 29, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 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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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING
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Mar 7, 2019
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE (IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA) UNABLE TO PROVIDE ABOVE 180F FOR FINAL SANITIZING RINSE TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AVAILABLE FOR PROPER WASHING, RINSING AND SANITIZING OF MULTI USE UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT ON PREMISE. THE SAID MACHINE IS TAGGED 'HELD FOR INSPECTION' INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED (SEE COMMENTS BELOW). 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). PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-025 NO 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 APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Feb 28, 2019
License
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A BARRIER/DIVIDER BETWEEN PREP/WAIT STATION AND DINING AREA. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE (IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA AND LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE (BEHIND BAR) NOT WORKING. 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). PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-025 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: NO HOT RUNNING WATER AVAILABLE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) 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 APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. 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 POSTED AND ON MENUS FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND DISHMACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO 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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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING TCS FOODS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST REORGANIZE. ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Que Onda Tacos and Tequila last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Que Onda Tacos and Tequila on file is from Dec 2, 2022. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Que Onda Tacos and Tequila?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Que Onda Tacos and Tequila.
Has Que Onda Tacos and Tequila's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Que Onda Tacos and Tequila have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Que Onda Tacos and Tequila 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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