Taqueria Chingon

2234 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 25, 2024
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Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2020, Taqueria Chingon has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 25, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Public records show no inspections at Taqueria Chingon since Apr 25, 2024, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “adequate ventilation & lighting” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Apr 25, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: FOUND TWO SMALL DEEP FRYERS NOT UNDER EXHAUST HOOD.MUST PLACE UNDER HOOD.
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Jan 5, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP ON PREP AREA COOLER (UNDER GRILL)CONDENSER. MUST CLEAN COOLER CONDENSER AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT BUILD UP INSIDE PREP AREA FLOOR DRAINS. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF FLOOR DRAINS AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 11, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH AN EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW VALID PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
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Nov 23, 2020
License
3 minor violations.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHUNKS OF BURNT WOOD ON GROUND AROUND DUMPSTER LOCATED IN REAR ALLEY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALLEY FREE OF TRASH.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NONWORKING 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER REPAIR AND MAINTAIN OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNGUARDED LIGHT BULBS ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHIELD AND MAINTAIN.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Chingon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Chingon on file is from Apr 25, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Chingon?

Across the inspection record, “adequate ventilation & lighting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Chingon.

Has Taqueria Chingon's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Chingon have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria Chingon means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.