Taqueria Ay Mama
Last inspected: Jan 17, 2025
95
Score
Taqueria Ay Mama appears in inspection records 19 times, starting in 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 17, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly eight violations earlier in the record.
“Insects, rodents, & animals not present” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing nine times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 17, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 6-501.19 OBSERVED TOILET ROOM DOOR NOT SELF-CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Jan 16, 2025
License
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE REFRIGERATION ON PREMISE FOR DAILY OPERATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND CLEANSER AVAILABLE AT WASHBOWL IN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (c). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TOILET ROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Aug 15, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN REACH IN COOLER: CONTAINER OF COOKED PORK AT 56.0F AND CONTAINER OF TRIPE AT 52.0F. ALL PRODUCT DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME APPROX 20LBS, AND $100 VALUE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A) PRIORITY VIOLATION.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: HANDWASH SINK IN REAR PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR EMPLOYEE USE, UNABLE TO PROPERLY DRAIN, WATER ACCUMULATION IN BASIN. INSTD TO REPAIR AND USE HANDWASH SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(c).
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May 28, 2019
Reinspection
5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS (COOKED CHICKEN, DICED TOMATOES, ETC.) WITHOUT PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS PREPARED ON PREMISES 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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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. 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 DURING INSPECTION. 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 DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS OF RICE, BEANS, AND SUGAR WITHOUT PROPER LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS FOR FOOD OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GAPS IN THE FLOORING SEPARATING FROM THE WALLS IN THE REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY.
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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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May 21, 2019
Routine
6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY DURING INSPECTION. 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 DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS (COOKED CHICKEN, DICED TOMATOES, ETC.) WITHOUT PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS PREPARED ON PREMISES 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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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROX 150 MOUSE DROPPING SCATTERED THROUGHOUT THE REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA, ALONG THE EAST WALL BEHIND THE DEEP FREEZER, IN THE CORNERS, AND ALONG THE SOUTH AND WEST WALLS, BEHIND THE 3-DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO CALL OUT PEST CONTROL, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(a) CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS OF RICE, BEANS, AND SUGAR WITHOUT PROPER LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS FOR FOOD OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4 IN GAP AT THE BOTTOM LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE BACK DOOR TO THE STORAGE/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THAT DOORS SHOULD BE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE MATERIALS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA WITH AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GAPS IN THE FLOORING SEPARATING FROM THE WALLS IN THE REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY.
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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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Feb 21, 2018
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK AND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Feb 16, 2018
License
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLER.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK AND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 30 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND REFRIGERATOR,ON LOWER INTERIOR LEDGE OF REFRIGERATOR,UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND REAR HAND SINK,ON WALL OUTLET BOXES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.ALSO,APPX"1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG FRONT & REAR DOORS.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM GRILL TABLE,LOWER SHELF OF UNUSED STEAM TABLE,HAND SINK VANITY IN TOILETROOM.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM LIGHT SHIELDS,VENTILATION VENTS.MUST PROVIDE WALL BASES IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALL NEXT TO REFRIGERATOR.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN REAR PREP AREA,DINING AREA & TOILETROOM AND CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK.MUST PROVIDE A DIVERTER AT FLOOR DRAIN OF 3- COMP SINK TO KEEP WATER FROM SPLASHING.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Apr 6, 2017
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 3-30-17 REPORT #2009556 #22 NO CHEMICAL STRIPS ON SITE TO PROPERLY TEST SANITIZING WATER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090 MANAGER ARRIVED FROM STORE WITH TEST STRIPS.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR PERSON ON SITE WITH CERTIFICATE WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. BEANS 156.3 DEGREES, BEEF 38.5 DEGREES INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKETS NEEDED AT FRONT REACH IN COOLER. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Mar 30, 2017
Complaint
9 minor violations.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEE USING BARE HAND TO COOK AND SERVE ALL READY TO EAT FOODS. NO GLOVES ON SITE. EMPLOYEE PURCHASED GLOVES CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010 (A)
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PAPER TOWELS AT BATHROOM HANDBOWL TO PROPERLY DRY HANDS AFTER WASHING. INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEE TO PROVIDE. CRRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: NO GARBAGE DUMPSTER ON SITE TO PROPERLY DISPOSE OF GARBAGE. EMPLOYEE STATES HE LEAVES GARBAGE IN THE ALLEY. INSTRUCTED EMPLOYE TO PROVIDE ENCLOSED METAL CONTAINER TO DISPOSE OF GARBAGE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR PERSON ON SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD PRODUCTS. INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEE TO ENROLL IN SANITATION CLASS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO PROPERLY TEST SANITIZING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY POSTED FOR CUSTOMERS TO VIEW. INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEE TO LEAVE POSTED NONCOMPLIANCE SUMMARY FOR ALL CUSTOMERS TO VIEW. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKETS NEEDED AT FRONT REACH IN COOLER. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Jun 27, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN DRAIN BOARD AND 1 COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. MUST PROPERLY INSTALL WASHABLE SPLASH GUARD.
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Jun 2, 2016
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
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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 PAPER TOWELS IN THE WASHROOM AND A SOAP BOTTLE WITH ONLY WATER INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PAPER TOWELS AND ADEQUATE SOAP IN THE WASHROOM AT ALL TIMES. EMPLOYEE BOUGHT SOAP AND REPLACED PAPER TOWELS IN THE WASHROOM DURING RE-INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1931633 DATED ON MAY 26, 2016; 18-GAP FOUND ALONG THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE REAR DOOR LEADING INTO A CAR STORAGE FACILITY GREATER THAN 1/4 INCH, MUST REPAIR MAKING IT TIGHT-FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. 4 LARGE FLIES OBSERVED ON PREMISES IN REAR NEAR WASHROOM AND IN DINING ROOM. MUST ELIMINATE FLIES FROM PREMISES. 19-NO COMMERCIAL GARBAGE DUMPSTER IN REAR OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA. MUST CONTACT COMPANY AND REQUEST A REPLACEMENT. 22-NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHLORINE TEST KIT. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN, PORK) ARE BEING HANDLED, PREPPED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN DINING ROOM. CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS AND IN CORNERS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND RE-PAINT ALL WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE STAINS AND CHIPPED SURFACES ARE PRESENT. CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEBRIS AND DEAD INSECTS FROM ALL LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN, PAINT OR REPLACE ALL UNCLEAN CEILING TILES THOUGH OUT. ACCUMULATED DUST ON WALL/CEILING VENT COVERS. MUST CLEAN ALL VENT COVERS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN UNDERNEATH 1 COMPARTMENT SINK AND GREASE TRAP IN FLOOR. REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT 1 COMPARTMENT PREP SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON PREMISES TO PROPERLY TAKE TEMPERATURES OF ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PROPANE TANKS BEING USED FOR GRILL LOCATED AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PROPANE TANKS. FREEZER IN REAR CAR GARAGE. MUST MOVE INTO RESTAURANT SPACE.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENT NOT MET. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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May 26, 2016
Routine
7 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 FOOD HANDLER PICK UP HAM WITH BARE HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO USE GLOVES, WHITE TISSUE PAPER, TONGS OR UTENSILS WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A)
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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: GAP FOUND ALONG THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE REAR DOOR LEADING INTO A CAR STORAGE FACILITY GREATER THAN 1/4 INCH, MUST REPAIR MAKING IT TIGHT-FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. 4 LARGE FLIES OBSERVED ON PREMISES IN REAR NEAR WASHROOM AND IN DINING ROOM. MUST ELIMINATE FLIES FROM PREMISES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: NO COMMERCIAL GARBAGE DUMPSTER IN REAR OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA, MGR STATES THE DUMPSTER WAS STOLEN OVER A WEEK AGO. MUST CONTACT COMPANY AND REQUEST A REPLACEMENT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON PREMISES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN DINING ROOM. CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS AND IN CORNERS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND RE-PAINT ALL WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE STAINS AND CHIPPED SURFACES ARE PRESENT. CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEBRIS AND DEAD INSECTS FROM ALL LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN, PAINT OR REPLACE ALL UNCLEAN CEILING TILES THOUGH OUT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN UNDERNEATH 1 COMPARTMENT SINK AND GREASE TRAP IN FLOOR. REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT 1 COMPARTMENT PREP SINK.
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Aug 14, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD IN REFRIGERATOR AND IN PREP COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED WITH PRODUCT NAME AND DATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOODS THAT ARE OUTSIDE OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A LINER IN THE MICROWAVE, REFRIGERATOR, AND ON SHELVING IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND NOT USE CARDBOARD IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED KNIFE RACK, LOCATED NEXT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. OBSERVED MICROWAVE IN NEED OF MINOR CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CEILINGS AROUND VENTS THRU OUT PREMISES WITH ACCUMULATED DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT NOT MET. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 10, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector notes: SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION NOT CONTROLLED, OBSERVED READY TO EAT CILANTRO (USED FOR CONDIMENTS ON TACOS) TOUCHING AND STORED IMMEDIATELY NEXT TO RAW BEEF THAT IS UNCOVERED. VISIBLE SIGHS OF RAW JUICES ON CILANTRO. CILANTRO DISPOSED OF AND DENTATURED APPROX 5 LBS, $10 VALUE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A CRITICAL
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN CORNERS UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STOCK ON FLOOR. ELEVATE SAME 6 INCHES.
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Only authorized personnel in the food-prep area
Inspector notes: UNAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL IN FOOD PREP AREA, ALLOWING CUSTOMERS TO USE TOILET ROOM WHICH IS IN REAR AND HAVE TO WALK THRU PREP AREAS TO ENTER.
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Jan 7, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPAIR/REPLACE SAME.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKING. REPAIR SAME.
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Mar 11, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOOD STORED IN THE COOLER IS NOT LABELED, DATED OR ORGANIZED PROPERLY, INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT ON PROPER FOOD LABELING AND STORAGE.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: NO SANITIZING WIPES SET UP, INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT ON HOW TO SET UP A SANITIZING RINSE AT THIS TIME.
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Mar 1, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
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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. CLEAN CUTTING BOARDS, INTERIORS OF COOLERS AND REPAIR OR REPLACE RUBBER GASKET OF TWO DOOR COOLER IN REAR KITCHEN WHERE LOOSE TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR.
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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 MINI VENTS IN HOODED AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND LIGHT SHIELD UNDER VENT.
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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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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER TURNED OFF AT ONE COMP PREP SINK DUE TO LEAKAGE; REPAIR LEAK AND RESTORE WATER.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER MUST WEAR APPROPRIATE ATTIRE: HAIR RESTRAINT AND APRON AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS BEING HANDLED AND PREPARED.
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Jan 4, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: All food establishments shall be provided with an adequate supply of hot and cold water under pressure properly connected to the city water supply.OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON SITE AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,HAND SINKS IN PREP AREAS WHILE PREMISES IS OPENED & OPERATING AT THIS TIME.MUST PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AT ALL TIMES.HOT WATER HAS BEEN RESTORED AT THIS TIME.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code.OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT HAND SINKS IN TOILET ROOM.MUST PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AT SINKS AT ALL TIMES.HOT RUNNING WATER HAS BEEN RESTORED AT THIS TIME AT HAND SINKS.
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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 WINDOW SILLS,FILTERS AT HOOD,GRILL TABLE,PIPES OF EQUIPMENT.
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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 FLOOR THROUGHOUT.
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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 SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS & WINDOW SILLS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR SWEEP ON REAR DOOR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.OBSERVED COOLER,PAPER GOODS IN REAR CAR REPAIR GARAGE MUST REMOVE OR PROVIDE BARRIER FOR FOOD PROTECTION.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL PREP FOODS IN STORAGE COOLER.
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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; COOLERS, GRILLS, BOTTOM PANELS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MOP SINK.
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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 UNDER EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALL.
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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 REPLACE MISSING WALL TILE AT REAR PREP AREA UNDER EXPOSED SINK, AND CLEAN HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Ay Mama last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Ay Mama on file is from Jan 17, 2025. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria Ay Mama?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Ay Mama.
Has Taqueria Ay Mama's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Taqueria Ay Mama have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taqueria Ay Mama 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 Taqueria Ay Mama inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Ay Mama is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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