Taco Bell #27900
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2025
78
Score
The health department has logged 24 inspections at Taco Bell #27900, the earliest from 2010. On Dec 18, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” comes up most often, recorded 11 times in the inspection record.
Taco Bell #27900's latest score of 78 falls below the Chicago average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
24
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAIN BEHIND THE SLUSHY MACHINE AND THE SODA MACHINE IN THE FRONT DRIVE THROUGH AREA IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING FROM DUST AND GREASE AND THE TOP OF THE HOT HOLDING UNIT AND WIRING ABOVE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR UNDER THE DEEP FRYING UNITS AND THE FRONT BEVERAGE AREA IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING OF GREASE, DEBRIS, SYRUP AND OTHER DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE LARGE WHITE AIR VENT AT THE FRONT OF THE FOOD PREP AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINTAION OF FOODS PREPARED IN AREA AND THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACE BELOW.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE FOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MARIAH CARTER. INFORMED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE.
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78
Apr 25, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Plant food properly cooked for hot holding
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN NEED OF RELABELING WHERE FADED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: AROUND NOZZLES ON BEVERAGE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOOR UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP IN THE CORNER. WALL ABOVE FRONT HAND SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: AIR VENT ABOVE SINK AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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78
Jun 10, 2024
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: SIDE OF FRYERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: LEAK AT COFFEE POT IN FRONT AREA AT DRIVE THRU AND LEAK AT PEPSI MACHINE IN FRONT DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF COVERED WASTE CAN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO REMOVE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN.
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82
Mar 21, 2023
Complaint
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE . INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD (CHICKEN 179.2F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIOIRITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
2
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS INSIDE CABINET AND SPILLS ON WALL UNDER BEVERAGE MACHINES IN DINING AREA.OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING WQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER FRYER IN PREP AREA, DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED WALLS TILES ALONG WALL BEHIND STORAGE UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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74
Feb 1, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE . INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD (RICE 159.8F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIOIRITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED WALLS TILES ALONG WALL BEHIND STORAGE UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUIDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER FRYER IN PREP AREA, SPILLS ON WALLS UNDER BEVERAGE MACHINES IN DRIVE THRU AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTIAN.
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78
Apr 28, 2022
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C): OBSERVED BUILD-UP GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD OF DEBRIS IN CORNERS OF DISH AREA UNDER EQUIPMENT.OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GRIME AND BLACK SLIMEY SUBSTANCE ON FLOOR AND IN CORNERS OF WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13: NO VERIFIABLE ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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86
Apr 21, 2022
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GARBAGE OVERFLOWING FROM DUMPSTER, MAKING DUMPSTER LID UNABLE TO BE CLOSED FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST. OBSERVED GARBAGE AND FOOD DEBRIS IN AREA AROUND DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B) PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN ORIGINAL ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD (BEEF, BEANS 145.8F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION 7-38-012 ISSUED
2
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: NO INTERNAL THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLING COOLING EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TO BE EASILY VISIBLE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD-UP GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD OF DEBRIS IN CORNERS OF DISH AREA UNDER EQUIPMENT.OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GRIME AND BLACK SLIMEY SUBSTANCE ON FLOOR AND IN CORNERS OF WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO VERIFIABLE ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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61
Feb 25, 2021
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD (BEEF 156.7F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY CITATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
1
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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74
Jun 9, 2020
Routine
3 major violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE IN A VERIFIABLE MANNER EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SUPPLIES FOR CLEAN UP FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. HOWEVER NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE LAST INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DATED 12-17-20 NOT DISPLAYED FOR PUBLIC VIEW. INSTRUCTED THAT REPORT SUMMARY MUST BE POSTED IN PLAIN VIEW FOR CUSTOMERS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED.
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74
Dec 17, 2019
Suspected Food Poisoning
2 major violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON DUTY OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012
2
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS NOR A CLEAN UP KIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP KIT AND POLICY PROCEDURES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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82
Jul 30, 2019
Complaint
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE IN A VERIFIABLE MANNER EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON DUTY OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE DURING INSPECTION. A PERSON IN CHARGE SHALL BE DESIGNATED DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE AND BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE DISPENSER AND NOZZLES ON POP MACHINE IN LOBBY AND DRIVE THRU AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE DISPENSER AND ALL POP MACHINE SURFACES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OPENINGS ON FLOOR ALONG BASEBOARDS IN UTILITY ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO GROUT FLOOR TILES AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 1, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO POST VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012
2
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND PROCEDURES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP, DISH WASHING AND WOMEN WASHROOM. HAND WASHING SIGNS SHALL BE POSTED AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE AND BUILDUP ON ICE DISPENSER AND NOZZLES ON POP MACHINE IN LOBBY AND DRIVE THRU AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE DISPENSER AND ALL POP MACHINE SURFACES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO GROUT FLOOR TILES TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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Apr 23, 2018
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED, NOR MANAGER WITH VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES WHEN TACOS/RICE IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND THE FRYER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: PREMISES NON COMPLIANT WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS. NO FOOD HANDLER LIST FOR REVIEW AT THIS TIME, PER APRIL CAULK LETTER DATED 5/13,2014 PROGRAM APPROVAL #14-0361. YOU MUST MAINTAIN TRAINING RECORDS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS AT YOUR ESTABLISHMENT, SO THAT LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS INSPECTORS CAN REVIEW DURING INSPECTION.
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86
Mar 2, 2017
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: UPON REINSPECTION,OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED.TACOS/ FOOD BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: LIGHTSHIELD IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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90
Feb 22, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL ON PREMISES. FOUND 90 MICE DROPPINGS UNDER DRINK STATION BOTTOM CABINET IN DINING ROOM. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. RECOMMENED PEST SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFICATE POSTED IN A PLACE EASILY VISIBLE TO ALL PATRONS. FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED,( IE TACOS,BEANS,ETC). SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: LIGHTSHIELD IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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86
Mar 14, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY OR CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN COOKED BEEF 165.9F AND CHICKEN 150.8F PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012A
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING ICE DISPENSER ON POP MACHINE IN LOBBY.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN COUNTER UNDER POP MACHINE, PREP COOLERS, AND PREP TABLES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS IN DRIVE THRU AND REAR DISH WASHING AREA. GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE INOPERABLE LIGHT BULB IN VENTILATION HOOD.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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74
Jun 2, 2015
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS UNDER THE DEEP FRYER-REMOVE THE GREASE SPILLS AND AROUND THE FRONT BEVERAGE STATION.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO HANG ALL MOPS UP TO DRY WHEN NOT IN USE.
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90
Dec 29, 2014
License
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ARE PREPARED AND SERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATES POSTED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012 12/29/2014 SEE REPORT #151477.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE HOOD AND VENTS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT HAS SOME GREASE BUILDUP ON THEM.
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90
May 4, 2012
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: GROUT FLOOR TILES IN BEVERAGE, PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED SINK AND PREP SINK.
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90
Apr 27, 2012
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE CABINET ON SHELVES UNDER REGISTERS IN DRIVE THRU AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE FRYER CABINETS, 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM OF REACH-IN FREEZER IN REAR, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AROUND WATER HEATER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR FRYER CABINET DOOR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE DISPENSER, POP MACHINE NOZZLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, FRYERS, FRYER CABINETS, ETC.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: GROUT FLOOR TILES IN BEVERAGE, PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS. CLEAN FLOOR UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, BEVERAGE MACHINES, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS IN WASHROOMS AND ALONG BASEBOARDS IN WASHROOMS, BEHIND SELF SERVICE BEVERAGE AREA AND DISH WASHING AREA ALONG NORTHEAST CORNER. SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG WALLS AND BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS. REPLACE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS AND GRATES (DUST BUILDUP). INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED SINK AND PREP SINK.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE LIGHT BULB IN REAR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING FAUCETS ON SINKS. PROPERLY CONNECT WASTE LINES TO FLOOR DRAINS IN BEVERAGE AREA.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Aug 22, 2011
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE DISPENSER, POP MACHINE NOZZLES, ETC.
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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. GROUT FLOOR TILES NEAR FRYERS AND REAR DOOR. CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS. CLEAN FLOOR UNDER POP MACHINE IN DINING AREA.
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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. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS IN WASHROOMS AND ALONG BASEBOARDS IN WASHROOMS, BEHIND SELF SERVICE BEVERAGE AREA AND DISH WASHING AREA ALONG NORTHEAST CORNER.
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86
Jul 26, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
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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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE DISPENSER, POP MACHINE NOZZLES, ETC.
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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. GROUT FLOOR TILES NEAR FRYERS AND REAR DOOR.
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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. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS IN WASHROOMS AND ALONG BASEBOARDS IN WASHROOMS, BEHIND SELF SERVICE BEVERAGE AREA AND DISH WASHING AREA ALONG NORTHEAST CORNER.
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86
Jan 4, 2011
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF SHELVES UNDER PREP TABLES, ICE DISPENSER ON POP MACHINE
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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. SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS, AROUND ELECTRICAL OUTLET IN FRY AREA, AROUND PIPE FITTING UNDER EXPOSED SINK.
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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. REPAIR LEAK UNDER 3-COMP SINK.
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Jul 26, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF SHELVES UNDER PREP TABLES, ICE DISPENSER ON POP MACHINE
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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. SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS, AROUND ELECTRICAL OUTLET IN FRY AREA, AROUND PIPE FITTING UNDER EXPOSED SINK.
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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. REPAIR LEAK UNDER 3-COMP SINK.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco Bell #27900 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #27900 on file is from Dec 18, 2025. The public record contains 24 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #27900?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #27900.
Has Taco Bell #27900's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Bell #27900 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taco Bell #27900 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Taco Bell #27900 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #27900 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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