Sanchez Tacos
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
74
Score
Sanchez Tacos has been inspected 21 times since 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 24, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to five violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the recurring theme, flagged 10 times.
Sanchez Tacos' latest score of 74 falls below the Chicago average of 81. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2615333 ON 4-8-25:INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDERS TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CASES OF SEASONING AND POP STORED INSIDE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL FOOD AND DRINK ITEMS FROM WASHROOM.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED INSIDE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES FROM WASHROOM.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW WOOD SURFACES BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL RAW WOOD SURFACES TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Apr 8, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PRODUCE CRATES STORED INSIDE COOLING UNITS WITH DIRT AND ACCUMULTED DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR REPLACE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXVESSIVE ITEMS STORED ON FLOORS IN TOILET ROOM. INTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESARY ITEMS AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDERS TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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86
Apr 4, 2024
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE POSTED AT HANDSINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO LOCATE THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF COOLING UNITS IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RECEPTACLE LOCATED IN PREP AREA WITH ACCUMULATED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF ACCUMULATION TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLIGHT LEAK ON 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET NECK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED BURNED OUT BULB IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND INCREASE LIGHTING.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1 OF 3 FOOD EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING VERIFICATION. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ON-SITE FOR REVIEW.
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Oct 4, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO KIT AND PROCEDURE ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN KIT CONTAINING ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES INCLUDING A SANITIZER RATED AS EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. LEFT TEMPLATE AND INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COPIES OF VERIFIABLE HEALTH POLICY SIGNED BY ALL EMPLOYEES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLATTOP, PREP TABLE, INSIDES AND OUTSIDES OF COOLERS WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND ACCUMULATION OF GREASE DEPOSITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF GRIME ON INTERIOR DOORS OF 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATION ON SITE.
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Oct 28, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF GRIME ON INTERIOR DOORS OF 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SPILLAGE AND GRIME ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATION ON SITE.
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May 26, 2021
Routine
1 critical violation. 12 minor violations.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES IN THE PREP COLD HOLDING UNIT, SUCH AS COOKED CHICKEN AT 52.1F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED A TOTAL 20LBS AT $35. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW . PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK IN MAIN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THERMOMETER WITH NO VISIBLE READ OUT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS IN MAIN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED KNIVES IMPROPERLY STORED UNDERNEATH MICROWAVE IN MAIN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE KNIVES
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON SHELVING UNIT UNDERNEATH COOKTOP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD FROM SHELVING UNITS. ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES)
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAKY FAUCET FIXTURE AT HANDSINK IN MAIN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED RESIDUE ON FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR THROUGOUT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPTY BOXES AND UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN MAIN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE BUILDUP ON VENTILATION HOOD FILTERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Nov 3, 2020
Routine
9 minor violations.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE PREPARING FOOD IN PREP AREA WITHOUT A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES WHEN PREPARING FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN PREP AREAS IN SANITIZER BUCKET BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACE OF MICROWAVE OVEN. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET BASE ON HAND SINK IN PREP AREA, AND REPAIR SLOW DRAIN IN HAND SINK IN STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL BACKFLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK IN STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN STAFF TOILET ROOM FOR FEMININE HYGIENE NEEDS, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION FROM WALL VENTS IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION FROM HOOD FILTERS & HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET, INFORMATION PROVIDED.
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64
May 29, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS (SALSA, SLICED TOMATOES) WITHOUT PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS MUST HAVE PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. 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: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLATTOP, PREP TABLE, INSIDES AND OUTSIDES OF COOLERS WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND ACCUMULATION OF GREASE DEPOSITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS AND WALLS, AND THE SHELVING OF THE WALL WITH DIRT, FOOD SPLATTER, AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Mar 26, 2018
Routine
10 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 2- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 52.4F WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240 WHEN READY.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 40.0F OR BELOW.INSTRUCTED TO USE ADDITIONAL COOLERS ON SITE.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE OF ABOVE MENTIONED 2- DOOR PREP COOLER SUCH AS 2LBS. COOKED CHICKEN 48.6F ,10LBS. SOUR CREAM 46.1F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW.APPX.12LBS.$25.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND SINK IN FOOD PREP AREA WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED .SOAP WAS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2079209 8/29/17 NOT CORRECTED#45-FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE NEEDED FOR EMPLOYEES WHO DOES NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE.MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM FOOD STORAGE SHELF.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK AND MOPSINK IN TOILETROOM.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM EXTERIOR OF GARBAGE CANS,GRILL TABLE,GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES,DAMAGED WALL AT WINDOW IN DINING AREA,MISSING WALL TILE IN DINING AREA.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WINDOW SILL IN DINING AREA.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR REAR OF HOOD.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN TOILETROOM.
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Aug 29, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NEW CUTTING BOARDS NEEDED. WORN AND DISCOLORED. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN ALL OUTER SURFACES OF REACH IN FREEZER AND COOLERS. CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE FOOD BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN CORNERS AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER IN NEED OF BEARD GUARD OR REMOVE BEARD. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE NEEDED FOR EMPLOYEE WHO DOES NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.
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May 24, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOK(CERTIFIED MGR.) HANDLING TORTILLAS, TOMATOES, ONIONS, CHEESE, AND LETTUCE WITH BARE HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO USE ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: WHITE TISSUE PAPER, TONGS, SPATULAS, SPOONS, OR ANY OTHER UTENSIL WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A).
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOTED 7-24-16 ON REPORT # 1561538 NOT CORRECTED: -33-GREASE OBSERVED ON THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE GRILL; MUST CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACE OF GRILL. CLEAN CUTTING BOARD AND SLICER IN PREP AREA. -41- OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN MOP BUCKET IN THE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF USED WATER IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE. -42- OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS ON PREMISES WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS; MUST PROVIDE AND WEAR AT ALL TIMES. NON COMPLIANT VIOLATION SERIOUS 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE RUSTY PAPER TOWEL HOLDER IN WASHROOM.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: PREP TABLE NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, INTERIOR OF DEEP FREEZER, EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP, AND EXTERIOR OF 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT WHERE DIRT AND BUILD-UP IS PRESENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR AND PAINT WALLS AND CEILING IN WASHROOM. CLEAN ALL DOORS AND WALL NEAR POP COOLER WHERE DIRT AND STAINS ARE PRESENT. CLEAN DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT WHERE PRESENT.
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Jul 24, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: GREASE OBSERVED ON THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE GRILL; MUST CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACE OF GRILL. CLEAN CUTTING BOARD AND SLICER IN PREP AREA (CDI).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN MOP BUCKET IN THE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF USED WATER IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS ON PREMISES WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS; MUST PROVIDE AND WEAR AT ALL TIMES.
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86
Nov 17, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SPLASHGUARD IS NEEDED AT LEFT SIDE OF EXPOSED HANDSINK NEXT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN. SEAL ALL RAW WOOD SURFACES WHERE NOTED TO MANAGER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SECTION OF FLOOR ALONG THE NORTH EAST CORNER OF PREP AREA MUST BE SEALED TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE EXCESSIVE DUST BUILD-UP ON THE VENTILATION COVER INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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86
Sep 17, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SIDES AND UNDERNEATH FLAT TOP GRILL, KNIFE RACK, INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS, EXTERIOR SIDES OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK SLANTING, NOT LEVEL. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME.
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Sep 9, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT CLEAN, OVERFLOWING DUMPSTER WITH EXPOSED GARBAGE, LIDS UNABLE TO CLOSE. ALL EXCESSIVE GREASE NOTED ON EXTERIOR TOP OF GREASE INTERCEPTOR. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTD TO HAVE DUMPSTER WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS STAINED, WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SIDES AND UNDERNEATH FLAT TOP GRILL, KNIFE RACK, INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS, EXTERIOR SIDES OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM DOOR AND DOOR LEADING TO PREP AREA NOT CLEAN AND WITH WORN SURFACES. INSTD TO CLEAN AND PAINT SAME. WALL BEHIND MEAT SLICER NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK SLANTING, NOT LEVEL. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME.
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Feb 5, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE SIDES, DOORS AND SHELVES OF THE REACH IN PREP COOLER AND THE PIPES ABOVE THE COOKING AREA ARE DIRTY AND GREASY, CLEAN THE KITCHEN SURFACES FROM TOP TO BOTTOM AND MAINTAIN DAILY.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE CHEST FREEZER INTERIOR AND TOP IS DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL EQUIPMENT IN DETAIL
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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 ARE GREASY, CLEAN THE WALLS AND CEILINGS TOP TO BOTTOM. REPLACE THE DIRTY, STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE HOOD HAS A GREASY BUILDUP, CLEAN THE HOOD IN DETAIL.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION TO EASILY SANITIZE SURFACES.
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78
May 7, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: MEAT SLICER, CUTTING BOARD, TOP OF DEEP FREEZER, BOTTOM AREA OF HOODED SYSTEM OVER COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE HANGING GREASE AND INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS BEHIND SLICER. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND WALL OUTLETS WHERE NEEDED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF STANDING USED MOP WATER AFTER USE. ALSO INSTRUCTED ON PROPER STORAGE OF MOPS WITH WET MOPHEADS UPWARD.
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Feb 27, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: MEAT SLICER, CUTTING BOARD, TOP OF DEEP FREEZER, BOTTOM AREA OF HOODED SYSTEM OVER COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE HANGING GREASE AND INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS.
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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. CLEAN FLOORS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
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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. CLEAN WALLS BEHIND SLICER. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND WALL OUTLETS WHERE NEEDED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF STANDING USED MOP WATER AFTER USE. ALSO INSTRUCTED ON PROPER STORAGE OF MOPS WITH WET MOPHEADS UPWARD.
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Jan 24, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE.
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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.MUST CLEAN PERSONAL FAN,FILTERS,HOOD,WINDOW SILLS,REACH IN COOLER.
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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.MUST CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES.
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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.MUST CLEAN WALLS IN PREP & LOBBY AREA.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WINDOW SILLS IN LOBBY AREA.
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82
Jun 25, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 18, 2010
Routine
7 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OUTER OPENING NOT PROTECTED, BOTTOM AREA OF FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED, DOOR HAS LARGE GAP, ABOUT 2 INCHES. MUST SEAL BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #161684, DATED 10/2/2009; #33, 34, 35,43. #33 MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, MEAT SLICER, CHEST FREEZER. #34 MUST CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS THRU-OUT PREMISES. #35 MUST CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. #43 CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 SERIOUS.
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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. MUST REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON PREP REACH IN COOLER DOORS.
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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. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; GRILL, BOTTOM PANELS OF GRILL TABLE, AND PREP TABLES, MOP SINK, AND STORAGE SHELVES.
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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. MUST SEAL OPENINGS ON WASHROOM WALLS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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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. MUST REPAIR EXPOSED SINK FAUCET.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT PREMISES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sanchez Tacos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sanchez Tacos on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains 21 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sanchez Tacos?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Sanchez Tacos.
Has Sanchez Tacos' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sanchez Tacos have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sanchez Tacos 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 Sanchez Tacos inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sanchez Tacos is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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