Taqueria El Aguila Real
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2025
74
Score
Taqueria El Aguila Real appears in inspection records 21 times, starting in 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 24, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.
“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing nine times across the record.
By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Taqueria El Aguila Real on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
21
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2025
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE BIN AND INTERIOR GUARD WITH SOME DIRT, NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOXED FOOD ITEMS ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULTIPLE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SCRATCHES AND STAINS ON PREP SURFACES THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESURFACE/REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS, HOT-HOLDING UNITS, PREP TABLES AND DEEP FRYERS TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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74
Aug 5, 2024
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED ION SHELVES AND COUNTER TOP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: NOTED KNIVES STORED ON WALL BETWEEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND WALL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PROPERLY STORE KNIVES IN A KNIFE RACK OR DRAWER.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED WATER LEAKING FROM THE BOTTOM PIPE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND THE HAND WASHING SINK AT THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED UNFINISHED FLOOR SURFACES UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND HAND WASHING SINK AT THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED NO WORKING VENTILATION INSIDE THE EMPLOYEES TOILET ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND HAVE A WORKING VENTILATION INSIDE ALL TOILETS.
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Jul 29, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED NO COLD RUNNING WATER AT HAND WASH SINK OF THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS.PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
51
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NOTED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND WASH SINK OF THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
10
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: NOTED INDIVIDUAL TO-GO DISPOSABLE BOWL WITH NO HANDLE USED FOR SCOOPING SERVING FOOD AT THE SERVICE PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TONGS, SERVING SPOONS, OR LADLE FOR SCOOPING FOOD.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED ION SHELVES AND COUNTER TOP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: NOTED KNIVES STORED ON WALL BETWEEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND WALL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PROPERLY STORE KNIVES IN A KNIFE RACK OR DRAWER.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED WATER LEAKING FROM THE BOTTOM PIPE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND THE HAND WASHING SINK AT THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED UNFINISHED FLOOR SURFACES UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND HAND WASHING SINK AT THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED NO WORKING VENTILATION INSIDE THE EMPLOYEES TOILET ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND HAVE A WORKING VENTILATION INSIDE ALL TOILETS.
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55
Jul 31, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 24, 2023
Routine
5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND PAPER TOWELS OR HAND DRYING DEVICE AT HAND WASHING SINK IN KITCHEN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA AND INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES (OWNER UNLOCK THE OFFICE FOR PAPERTOWEL ACCESS, PAPERTOWEL HAS BEEN PROVIDED). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
10
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE (IN THE BAR AREA) WITH VISIBLE MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCES (PINK AND BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE) SEVERE BUILD-UP LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE THE ICE WHICH TO BE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO EMPTY ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN (WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE) AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DATE LABEL ON READY TO EAT FOOD (COOKED BEEF (STEAK ASADA), PASTOR, CHICKEN SOUP, COOKED TRIPE, MENUDO, BEEF SOUP, POZOLE)STORED INSIDE THE REACH-IN COOLER FOR OVER 24 HOUR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL WEIGHT 50 LBS, TOTAL VALUE $300.00 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EATING RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
25
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED
3
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
58
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK BEHIND THE BAR.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
36
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF BOTTOM OF BAR REAR EXIT DOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD UP BEHIND THE BAR.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR KITCHEN/DISHWASHING AREA.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR IN REAR KITCHEN AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR KITCHEN AND FLOOR BEHIND THE BAR AREA.
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Jun 29, 2022
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 22, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENUS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EATING RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2492780 03/12/2021. #58--OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATION AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.
60
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS (BAR,WASHROOMS).
10
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED BEHIND THE BAR.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.
16
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER THAWING BEING WITH ON FROZEN CUT STEAK. THAWING MUST OCCUR WITH FOOD BEING PLACED IN THE REFRIGERATION UNIT OVER NIGHT, OR UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN CORRECT THAWING PROCEDURES.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE FAR RIGHT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DOOR DEVICE AND MAINTAIN.
53
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH LITTER AND DEBRIS AT BAR AREA.MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE KITCHEN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.
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Mar 12, 2021
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE.
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Mar 4, 2021
Complaint
5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS (STEAK, CHICKEN) WERE PREPARED AND SERVED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ARRIVED AT FACILITY 35 MINUTES AFTER INSPECTION STARTED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH A CURRENT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES WHEN TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND/OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. COS
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDSINK IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA NOT STOCKED WITH HAND SOAP. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT HAND SOAP MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HANDSINKS AT ALL TIMES. FOOD HANDLER OBTAINED HAND SOAP FOR HAND SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. COS
10
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REFRIGERATED TCS FOODS NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOOD, PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD GREATER THAN 24 HOURS MUST BE LABELED WITH SELL BY DATE INCLUDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. A DATE MARK WAS PROVIDED DURING THE INSPECTION. COS
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #47(OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS BEING USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN FREEZER. MUST USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS THAT ARE EASILY CLEANABLE) NOT CORRECTED WITHIN 90 DAY TIME FRAME ON THE INSPECTION REPORT DATED FOR 10/13/20 . INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT THE VIOLATION SHALL NOW CLASSIFIED AS A PRIORITY FOUNDATION ITEM DUE TO NON PREVIOUS NONCOMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HAND SINK IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY NOT MEETING THAWING REQUIREMENTS. FOOD HANDLER THAWING FROZEN PORK ON THE FOOD PREP TABLE. INFORMED FOOD HANDLER OF PROPER THAWING METHODS ( MUST UTILIZE RUNNING WATER WITH ENOUGH VOLATILITY WHEN THAWING). MUST MEET PROPER THAWING REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTAIN.
35
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM RIGHT OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
38
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTH HANGING ON THE SIDE OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND LAYING ON THE PREP TABLE IN THE KITCHEN. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
41
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING CEILINGS TILE PANELS IN THE WOMEN TOLIET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE MISSING CEILING TILES.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEES ON SITE WITH NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIME
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE.
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43
Oct 13, 2020
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS BEING USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN FREEZER. MUST USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS THAT ARE EASILY CLEANABLE.
47
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LID ON TRASH CAN IN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM LOCATED IN REAR OF KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
53
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CORROSION AND HOLES ON EXTERIOR OF OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THE SURFACE OF THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER MUST BE SMOOTH AND DURABLE.
54
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN WOMEN'S BATHROOM NEAR BAR AREA. MUST REPAIR.
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82
Oct 7, 2020
Reinspection
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ORIGINAL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED. PERSON IN CHARGE MUST HAVE THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK PROVIDED ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A LICENSED EXTERMINATOR PROVIDE INSECT AND VERMIN SERVICES AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR, PROVIDE SERVICE REPORTS AND MUST HAVE THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH PEST CONTROL LICENSE NUMBER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 9/29/2020, REPORT #2401803. #51-BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT BOTH (FRONT & BAR) ICE MACHINES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON BOTH (FRONT & BAR) ICE MACHINES. #58-FOUND NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA AND IN MEN'S BATHROOM NEAR BAR. MUST PROVIDE.
10
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-102.11-OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS BEING USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN FREEZER. MUST USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS THAT ARE EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17-OBSERVED NO LID ON TRASH CAN IN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM LOCATED IN REAR OF KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.11-OBSERVED CORROSION AND HOLES ON EXTERIOR OF OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THE SURFACE OF THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER MUST BE SMOOTH AND DURABLE.
54
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-304.11-OBSERVED VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN WOMEN'S BATHROOM NEAR BAR AREA. MUST REPAIR.
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52
Sep 29, 2020
Routine
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: NO PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE WITH AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED. A PERSON IN CHARGE MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SUPPLIES MISSING FROM VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT. MUST PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES AS OUTLINED IN POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 9/12/2019, REPORT #2312202. #47-OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF BOTH ICE MACHINES (FRONT & BAR) TO HAVE SLIGHT CALCUIM ACCUMULATION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF BOTH (FRONT & BAR) ICE MACHINES. #51-BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT BOTH (FRONT & BAR) ICE MACHINES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON BOTH (FRONT & BAR) ICE MACHINES. #58-FOUND NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA AND IN MEN'S BATHROOM NEAR BAR. MUST PROVIDE.
10
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS BEING USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN FREEZER. MUST USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS THAT ARE EASILY CLEANABLE.
47
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LID ON TRASH CAN IN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM LOCATED IN REAR OF KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
53
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CORROSION AND HOLES ON EXTERIOR OF OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THE SURFACE OF THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER MUST BE SMOOTH AND DURABLE.
54
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN WOMEN'S BATHROOM NEAR BAR AREA. MUST REPAIR.
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52
Sep 12, 2019
Routine
4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REFRIGERATED TCS FOODS NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOOD, PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD GREATER THAN 24 HOURS MUST BE LABELED WITH SELL BY DATE INCLUDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES WHILE TCS FOODS (COOKED BEANS, MEATS, ETC.) ARE PREPARED. INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A PERSON(S) WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CLEAN-UP VOMIT OF DIARRHEA KIT AND PROCEDURE ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CLEAN-UP OF VOMIT DIARRHEA KIT AND PROCEDURE ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE NOT KNOWLEDGEABLE. PERSON IN CHARGE MUST BE KNOWLEDGEABLE.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: FOUND NO THERMOMETER IN BACK COLD HOLDING COOLER NEAR THE BULK CONTAINERS STORAGE. MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER IN THE BACK COLD HOLDING COOLER.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF BOTH ICE MACHINES (FRONT & BAR) TO HAVE SLIGHT CALCUIM ACCUMULATION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF BOTH (FRONT & BAR) ICE MACHINES.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT BOTH (FRONT & BAR) ICE MACHINES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON BOTH (FRONT & BAR) ICE MACHINES.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT PREP AREA HANDSINK BOWL PIPE DRAIN SLOWLY. ALSO OBSERVED ONE STOPPER MISSING AT 3 COMPARTMENT DISH SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER SAID HAND WASH BOWL MUST DRAIN QUICKLY ALSO MUST PROVIDE STOPPER FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVER RECEPTABLE IN THE WOMENS RESTROOM ON THE PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVER RECEPTABLE IN THE WOMENS RESTROOM ON PREMISE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES.
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Jan 18, 2018
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE FRONT PREP AREA TO REMOVE BUILDUP AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A VENT COVER FOR THE VENTILATION ABOVE THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN THE REAR TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH EASILY CLENAABLE SURFACE.
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Jan 10, 2017
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR NOT CLEAN IN SMALL WEST EMPLOYEES ROOM (3154 W MONTROSE SIDE OF BUILDING). MUST CLEAN FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES WASHROOM HANDWASH BOWL COLD WATER PRESSURE LOW. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INCREASE COLD WATER PRESSURE AT SAID SINK.
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Jul 5, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY WARNING IN PUBLIC VIEW AT ALL TIMES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST ALWAYS PROVIDE 3 WORKING SINK STOPPERS AT BOTH 3-COMP SINKS. FOUND NO SINK STOPPERS FOR THE BAR 3-COMP SINK AND ONLY ONE WORKING SINK STOPPER AT THE KITCHEN 3-COMP SINK.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION UNTIL USED. FOUND WASH CLOTH SITTING ON TOP OF PREP TABLE. ALSO FOUND ICE SCOOPERS INSIDE BOTH ICE MACHINES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ALWAYS HAVE ICE SCOOPER INSIDE A PROPER RECEPTACLE.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ALL STAFF WITH THEIR IDPH FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. MUST PROVIDE FOR NEXT ROUTINE INSPECTION.
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Jun 12, 2012
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL PREP FOODS INSIDE STORAGE COOLER IN KITCHEN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN, MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZER, COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVES UNDER FRONT SERVING AREA AND CABINETS AT BAR AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENINGS/CRACKS/CREVICES THRU-OUT WALLS, CEILING, GAPS AROUND DOORS, REPLACE BROKEN CEILING PANELS AT BAR AND WASHROOMS, AND CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED, CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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Jun 5, 2012
Routine
12 minor violations.
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Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION INSIDE ICE MACHINE, BLACK, SLIMY MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE IN CONTACT WITH ICE AND ICE CONTACT SURFACES. ICE USED FOR CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ICE AND CLEAN/SANITIZE MACHINE. MUST OBTAIN BAGGED ICE FROM AN APPROVED VENDOR. TAG HELD FOR INSPECTION PLACED ON ICE MACHINE, WHEN READY TO FAX LETTER REQUESTING TAG REMOVAL. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-005(A).
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWEL FOR BOTH HAND WASHING SINK AT KITCHEN AND AT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL MUST BE PROVIDED AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-030.
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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 LIVE COCKROACH ACTIVITY IN REAR STORAGE AREA INSIDE AND DOOR OF A UNUSED/BROKEN ONE DOOR COOLER 6 COCKROACH NOTED AND ON FLOOR AT SAME AREA TWO NYMPH NOTED. ALSO NOTED ABOUT 5 FRUIT FLIES INSIDE MENS WASHROOM AND KITCHEN BACK DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED, NOTED GAP AT BOTTOM AREA OF DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AREAS, REMOVE UNUSED COOLER FROM PREMISES AND SEAL DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. ADVICED TO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED, (COOKING/SERVING TACOS, BEANS, RICE, ETC.). INSTRUCTED A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES, WITH A CITY CERTIFICATE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-012.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL PREP FOODS INSIDE STORAGE COOLER IN KITCHEN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN, MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZER, COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVES UNDER FRONT SERVING AREA AND CABINETS AT BAR AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS THRU-OUT PREMISES, AND REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENINGS/CRACKS/CREVICES THRU-OUT WALLS, CEILING, GAPS AROUND DOORS, REPLACE BROKEN CEILING PANELS AT BAR AND WASHROOMS, AND CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR KITCHEN 3PART SINK FAUCET, PIPES UNDER 3PART SINK AT BAR AREA, AND SEAL RUSTY GREASE TRAP UNDER KITCHEN'S 3PART SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT STORAGE AREAS, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED, CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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Aug 13, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 10, 2010
Reinspection
8 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 WATER AT THE 2 - 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS, 3 RESTROOMS HANDSINKS, AND 2 EXPOSED HANDSINKS.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.STILL NO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER WITH A CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE OR HAVE PROOF OF ENROLLMENT.
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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.REMOVE FOIL FROM FRONT AND REAR STORAGE SHELF.
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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 FRONT AND REAR COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS CLEAN AND SANITIZE COFFEE MACHINE AND DEFROST UP RIGHT FREEZER.
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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 THRU OUT AND REPAIR FLOOR BEHIND BAR.
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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.REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES LADIES ROOM. REPAIR HOLES IN WALL AT LADIES RESTROOM, AND PAINT MENS ROOM WALLS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS FRONT AND REPLACE BROKEN SHIELDS REAR PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters.PUT DOOR CHECK ON LADIES ROOM DOOR TO MAKE SELF CDLOSING.
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Aug 2, 2010
Routine
11 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. OBSERVED 12 LIVE DRAIN FLIES IN THE BAR SIDE LADIES ROOM INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.OBSERVED NO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZADROUS FOODS ARE BEING SERVED AND PREPARED.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. OBSERVED DISH WASHING FACILITIES IN BAR NOT MAINTAINED NO HOT WATER AVAILABLE AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK HOT WATER HANDLE CANT TURN ON INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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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.NO HOT WATER AVAILABLE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK HANDLE BROKEN WATER LEAKING FROM LOWER PIPE RESTAURANT SIDE AND BAR SIDE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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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.REMOVE ALL FOIL FROM FRONT AND REAR STORAGE SHELF.
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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.OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN FRONT AND REAR 2 DOOR COOLER'S FAN GUARD COVERS, NEED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE COFFEE MACHINE ABOVE COFFEE BASKET AND DEFROST REAR UPRIGHT FREEZER EXCESSIVE ICE.
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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.REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM BAR FLOOR THIS FLOOR IS IN POOR CONDITION MUST REPLACE FLOOR. CLEAN FLOOR RESTAURANT SIDE UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND STORAGE AREA FOR BEER ALSO.
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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.OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED TILE IN LADIES ROOM MUST REPLACE.
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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.OBSERVED HOLES IN LADIES ROOM BAR SIDE INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, AND MENS ROOM REPAINT WALLS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD FRONT AND REPLACE 2 BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters. OBSERVED LADIES ROOM BAR SIDE NO DOOR CHECK INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria El Aguila Real last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria El Aguila Real on file is from Feb 24, 2025. The public record contains 21 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria El Aguila Real?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Taqueria El Aguila Real.
Has Taqueria El Aguila Real's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Taqueria El Aguila Real have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Taqueria El Aguila Real 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 Taqueria El Aguila Real inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria El Aguila Real is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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