Rosa Isela Tacos Y Mas
Last inspected: Aug 26, 2025
45
Score
Inspectors have visited Rosa Isela Tacos Y Mas 15 times, with records going back to 2016. On Aug 26, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 11 violations each, up from closer to six violations before.
Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded 17 times.
Rosa Isela Tacos Y Mas' latest score of 45 falls below the Chicago average of 81. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 26, 2025
Reinspection
2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING�TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING, AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY POSTED ON THE PREMISES FROM 8/19/25 FAILED INSPECTION. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.13: **C** Microwave Ovens OBSERVED THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-502.11(A;C): **C** Good Repair and Calibration- Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPERS MISSINGSINK STOPPERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13: NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. OBSERVED THE DEEP FREEZER IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C): (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris. OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114: **C** Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter OBSERVED CLUTTER STORED ON FLOOR NEAR REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12: **C** Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS, HOT-HOLDING UNITS, PREP TABLES. TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11: **C** Floors, Walls, and Ceilings- Cleanability OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOORING THROUGHOUT ENTIRE FACILITY FRONT/REAR PREP, DISH AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11: **C** Maintained in Good Repair, Facilities (FACILITIES NOT IN GOOD REPAIR) OBSERVED EXPOSED FOAM-LIKE CAULK ON THE WALLS AND AROUND PIPES IN THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AREA TO ENSURE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11: **C** Maintained in Good Repair, Facilities (FACILITIES NOT IN GOOD REPAIR) OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING EXCESSIVELY FROM 2ND BASIN DRAINING PIPES, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 4-301.14: **C** Ventilation Hood Systems, Adequacy OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11 **C** LIGHT BULBS, PROTECTIVE SHIELDING: OBSERVED A MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP/DISH. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-303.11 **C** INTENSITY- LIGHTING OBSERVED A BURNED-OUT LIGHT-BULB IN THE 3-DOOR REFRIGERATOR UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING IN THE UNIT.
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Aug 19, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY WITH APPROX. 25-35 SMALL FLIES NOTED DURING INSPECTION. SMALL FLY ACTIVITY WAS NOTED NEAR FRONT PREP, COFFEE STATION, DISH, AND REAR STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY BEFORE RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT WITHOUT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL OPERATOR OR PEST CONTROL REPORTS FOR 2025 FACILITY PRESENTED 05/2024 REPORT. ALL RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS SHALL CONTRACT WITH A LICENSED ILLINOIS EXTERMINATOR WHO SHALL PROVIDE INSECT AND VERMIN SERVICES AT THE ESTABLISHMENT AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2602259 CONDUCTED ON 9/05/2024. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (#56) 6-304.11: **C** Mechanical- Ventilation FOUND EXHAUST HOOD NOT OPERATIONAL AT 6 BURNER STOVE.MUST PROVIDE EXHAUST HOOD OR REMOVE STOVE. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPER BEING STORED ON THE TOP OF THE ICE BIN. INSTRUCTED ON HOW TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP BETWEEN USES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPERS MISSINGSINK STOPPERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE DEEP FREEZER IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER STORED ON FLOOR NEAR REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING EXCESSIVELY FROM 2ND BASIN DRAINING PIPES, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS, HOT-HOLDING UNITS, PREP TABLES. TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOORING THROUGHOUT ENTIRE FACILITY FRONT/REAR PREP, DISH AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED FOAM-LIKE CAULK ON THE WALLS AND AROUND PIPES IN THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AREA TO ENSURE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Sep 5, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO ALLERGEN TRAING FOR SANITATION MANAGER.MUST PROVIDE.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT RESTROOM SINK.MUST PROVIDE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT ESPRESSO MACHINE WATERLINE.MUST PROVIDE WHERE IT CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: FOUND EXHAUST HOOD NOT OPERATIONAL AT 6 BURNER STOVE.MUST PROVIDE EXHAUST HOOD OR REMOVE STOVE.
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Aug 3, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF FRONT PREP COOLER AT 50F. PROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF A COLD HOLDING UNIT MUST BE AT 41.0F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS IN FRONT PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE. TCS FOODS SUCH AS MAYONAISSE, SHELLED EGGS, FAJITAS, RAW STEAK, CHICKEN AND HAM FOUND BETWEEN 45-59F. TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41.0F OR BELOW INSIDE OF A COLD HOLDING UNIT. FOOD HAS BEEN DISCARDED AND DENATURED. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS AT A COST OF $125.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Jan 10, 2022
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 3-DOOR PREP REACH IN COOLER (RIGHT SIDE DOOR) DOOR RUBBER GASKET RIPPED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED SAID DOOR RUBBER GASKET.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON ESPRESSO MACHINE WATER LINE. MUST PROVIDE AND MAKE VISIBLE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR ESPRESSO MACHINE WATER LINE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK MISSING STOPPERS (X2). MUST PROVIDE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: THE SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE IS BROKEN ON THE WASHROOM DOOR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE STORAGE ROOM.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LIGHT SHIELD MISSING FROM THE LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA OVER THE PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ONE FOOD MANAGER MISSING FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES.
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Nov 29, 2021
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: NO THERMOMETER INSIDE 3-DOOR REACH IN PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE A WORKING THERMOMETER FOR SAID COOLER.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 3-DOOR PREP REACH IN COOLER (RIGHT SIDE DOOR) DOOR RUBBER GASKET RIPPED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED SAID DOOR RUBBER GASKET.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP ON 3-DOOR PREP COOLER CONDENSER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON ESPRESSO MACHINE WATER LINE. MUST PROVIDE AND MAKE VISIBLE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR ESPRESSO MACHINE WATER LINE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK MISSING STOPPERS (X2). MUST PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: ELECTRICAL OUTLET COVER MISSING AT DISHWASH AREA ABOVE PREP TABLE. MUST PROVIDE COVER FOR ELECTRICAL OUTLET.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ONE FOOD MANAGER MISSING FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES.
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Oct 9, 2020
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR STORAGE AREA CLUTTER AND ITEMS STORED ON FLOORS. MUST REMOVE ANY UNNECCESSARY ITEMS, AND ORGANIZE CLUTTER. MUST ELEAVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHTING IN STORAGE ROOM. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING TO ALLOW FOR PROPER CLEANING. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 CUSTOMERS AND 1 EMPLOYEE NOT WEARING FACE COVERINGS INSIDE RESTAURANT. FACE COVERINGS MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-28-060
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Jul 14, 2020
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 6-501.19 OBSERVED NO SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON THE WASHROOM DOOR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
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Jul 7, 2020
Routine
5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE OR SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BOTH. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU AND MENU BOARDS FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE AND DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO A REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU AND MENU BOARDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON THE PREMISES TO MEASURE THE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2290498 ON 5/28/19 NOT CORRECTED: 58 - OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FROZEN FOODS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON THE WASHROOM DOOR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE COFFEE PREP AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
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50
May 28, 2019
Reinspection
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF THE RISK OF CONSUMNG RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON THE MENU.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION -NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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May 23, 2019
Routine
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 20 violations
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OPEN RODENT BAIT (POISON)SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR UNDER FOOD AND PAPER STORAGE SHELVING UNITS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.MUST REMOVE BAIT ,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT BAIT MUST BE ENCLOSED.(PRIORITY 7-38-015)
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Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A UNKNOWN TOXIC WHITE POWDER SUBSTANCE ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES(PREP AREAS,FOOD STORAGE AREA)COOLERS,PREP TABLES,FOOD STORAGE SHELVES. EMPLOYEES STATES THAT THE PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN PUT THAT DOWN.MUST REMOVE ,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION.(PRIORITY 7-38-015)
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK DEBRIS AND FOUL SMELLING WASTE WATER OVERFLOWING FROM GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND POOLING WATER ALL OVER THE FLOOR WHEN WATER IS TURNED ON AND WHEN SINK STOPPER IS RELEASED.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF THE RISK OF CONSUMNG RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON THE MENU.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION -NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO VIEW.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNIT IN REAR AREA AND BREAD SHELF.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN DOOR HANDLE ON 2- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,OVEN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST MAKE TOILET ROOM DOOR SELF CLOSING THAT LEADS INTO PREP AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL SEVERE CRACKS IN WALLS,DOOR FRAME AND TRIM,FLOORING GIVING AND SLOPPING NEAR TOILETROOM.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES (PREP,DISH WASHING,DRY FOOD STORAGE),WINDOW SILLS,LOOSE WALL PANEL NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT,HOLE IN WALL IN TOILET ROOM BEHIND DOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN REAR STORAGE ,REAR CLOSET AND FURNANCE ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD AND TAPE FROM WALL BEHIND 2-DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 30, 2018
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: Found raw chicken stored above beef and raw beef stored above cooked corn and other ready to eat items. Instructed facility to store items in order of final cooking temperature with highest final cooking temperature on the lowest shelf and lowest final cooking temperature on the highest shelf. Facility corrected at time of inspection. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found a large white cutting board bolted down to the rear stainless steel prep table. Instructed facility to remove bolts and maintain to allow for proper washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. Observed the washroom door to rub against the floor if opened too far, causing door to remain propped open (door self closes if not opened as far). Instructed facility to repair and maintain so door opens and closes freely.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed dirt and debris on the floor inside the dining area 4 door cabinet. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Instructed facility to shield and maintain the lights by the rear tall one door freezer.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found the front exposed hand sink and the three compartment sink to be slow draining. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Found the rear hardware storage area to be cluttered with items stored on floor. Instructed facility to remove any unnecessary items, organize remaining, and maintain 6 inches off floors and walls to facilitate proper cleaning and help prevent possible pest harborage.
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Apr 14, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS NOT PROPERLY LABELED INSTRUCTED RO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS. WITH PRODUCT NAME PREPARED BY DATE AND OR USED BY DATE
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TOILET ROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING. MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON VENTILATION VENT INSIDE WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: VISIBLE AND WORKING THERM0METER NEEDED INSIDE 3-DOOR REAR PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 29, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UPRIGHT FREEZER RUBBER GASKETS TORN, INNER WALL COVERING HELD TOGETHER WITH DUCT TAPE, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GASKETS, AND REPAIR/ REPLACE INNER WALL COVERING.
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Jul 25, 2016
License
4 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND SINK FOR REAR PREP/DISH AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UPRIGHT FREEZER RUBBER GASKETS TORN, INNER WALL COVERING HELD TOGETHER WITH DUCT TAPE INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GASKETS, AND REPAIR/REPLACE INNER WALL COVERING.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRONT CONDIMENT COUNTER CUTTING BOARD NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR HOSE CONNECTION (MOP SINK). USE OF WATER HOSE PROHIBITED IN THE ABSENCE OF AN AIR GAP.HOSE WAS REMOVED AT THIS TIME.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rosa Isela Tacos Y Mas last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rosa Isela Tacos Y Mas on file is from Aug 26, 2025. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rosa Isela Tacos Y Mas?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 17 times, more than any other issue at Rosa Isela Tacos Y Mas.
Has Rosa Isela Tacos Y Mas' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Rosa Isela Tacos Y Mas have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rosa Isela Tacos Y Mas means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Rosa Isela Tacos Y Mas inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rosa Isela Tacos Y Mas is inspected around two times per year on average.
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