Taqueria Mi Pueblo III
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025
90
Score
Taqueria Mi Pueblo III appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2018. On Nov 20, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
Across the inspection history, “allergen training as required” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 20, 2025
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON FLOOR IN FRONT PREP AREA AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY TO PREVENT PESTS.
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90
Nov 13, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20-30 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR STORAGE AREA BEHIND GARBAGE CONTAINER AND UNDER THE STORAGE SHELVES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND SINK ACCROSS FROM 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH WATER FILTER ATTACHED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED THAT THE HAND SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES FOR HANDWASHING ONLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPTY COLD HOLD UNIT WITH LOW TEMPERATURE OF 51.7 DEGREES F. INSTRUCTED TO NOT USE EQUIPMENT UNTIL REPAIRED AND HOLDING AT 41 DEGREES AND BELOW.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON SIDES OF FLAT TOP GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON FLOOR IN FRONT PREP AREA AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY TO PREVENT PESTS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Nov 12, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Nov 8, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDSINK INSTALLED INCORRECTLY. HANDSINK IS LOCATED OUTSIDE THE BAR AREA NOT IN THE BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PLACEMENT OF SINK. INSTALL SOAP, PAPER TOWELS AND HANDWASH SIGN AS WELL. OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK INSTALLED IN BAR AREA HOWEVER NO GREASE TRAP IS INSTALLED, NO MIXING VALVES ON WATER FAUCETS AND LEAK AT BOTTOM OF 2ND COMPARTMENT. 2 FAUCETS ON SINK 1 WITH HOT WATER AND THE OTHER WITH COLD WATER. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VUOLATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED
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Jun 28, 2024
License
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDSINK IN DRINK STATION/DINING ROOM ADDITION AREA WHERE DRINKS ARE SERVED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO INSTALL HANDSINK WITH HOT AND COLD WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AND HANDWASHING AND HAND DRYING PROVISION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-030(C).
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A 3-COMPARTMENT DISH SINK. FACILITY HAS DRINK AREA WITH GLASSWARE AND NO WAREWASHING FACILITIES. INFORMED THAT A 3-COMPARTMENT SINK SHALL BE PROVIDED FOR MANUALLY WASHING, RINSING, AND SANITIZING EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS IN THE DRINK AREA (THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK FOR KITCHEN AREA IS LOCATED IN KITCHEN). INSTRUCTED TO CEASE SERVICE UNTIL 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IS INSTALLED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-025. NO CITATION ISSUED
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May 6, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD-UP RESIDUE ON THE INTERIOR OF THE COLD HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE UNISEX RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OPENING IN WALL UNDER THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLOSE AND REPAIR TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENT LOCATED NEAR FURNACE COVERED IN GREASE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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82
Aug 23, 2023
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOKED RICE STORED IN GROCERY BAG ON STEAM TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROPER FOOD STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
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95
Aug 16, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY OR DISCLOSURE ON MENU OR MENU BOARD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY AND DISCLOSURE ON ALL MENUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2534434 ON 10-6-21:57- FOOD HANDLERS MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION. 58- MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DOOR GASKETS IN POOR REPAIR ON PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOKED RICE STORED IN GROCERY BAG ON STEAM TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROPER FOOD STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
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Oct 6, 2021
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURES IN PREP COOLER: STEAK AT 49.2F, CHEESE 49.1F, CHICKEN 47.2F, AND CUT TOMATOES 48.0F. ALL PRODUCT DISPOSED OF AND DENATURED. APPROX 15LBS $100 VALUE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: PREP COOLER BEING USED IS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE, INTERNAL AIR TEMPERATURE OF 49.1F. COOLER TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY 7-38-005
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO PROCEDURE IN PLACE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITNG AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE AND NECESSARY SUPPLIES EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED 7-38-005
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MISSING HANDWASH SIGNAGE AT HANDWASH SINKS. INSTD TO OBTAIN SIGNAGE AND MAINTAIN
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION AS REQUIRED.
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Nov 19, 2018
Reinspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION.
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Oct 30, 2018
License
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: NO HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE THROUGH OUT PREMISES. INSTD TO PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER (100F) AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: REFRIGERATION NOT ON. INSTD TO BE ON AND MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: NO FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NO PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK OR PROOF OF SERVICE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C).
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON SITE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-025.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Mi Pueblo III last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Mi Pueblo III on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria Mi Pueblo III?
Across the inspection record, “allergen training as required” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Mi Pueblo III.
Has Taqueria Mi Pueblo III's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Mi Pueblo III have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Taqueria Mi Pueblo III 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 Mi Pueblo III inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Mi Pueblo III is inspected around two times per year on average.
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