Taqueria Moran
Last inspected: Sep 3, 2025
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Score
Taqueria Moran has been inspected 28 times since 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 3, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited 17 times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Taqueria Moran trails the local norm. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Sep 3, 2025
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11: **C** Good Repair and Proper Adjustment- Equipment OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPERS MISSING FOR BOTH DISH AREAS IN BASEMENT AND 1ST FLOOR SINKS INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-202.15: **C** Can Openers OBSERVED IN BASEMENT PREP AREA MANUAL CAN OPENER BLADE ENCRUSTED IN FOOD DEBRIS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, AND SANITIZE CAN OPENER BLADE OR REPLACE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12: **C** Cutting Surfaces OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-502.11(A;C): **C** Good Repair and Calibration- Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices OBSERVED HOLD COLDING UNIT THAT IS UNDER FLAT TOP GRILL EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE DISPLAY LOCATED AT FRONT INACCURATE AND NOT PROPERLY FUNCTIONING. INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER INSIDE UNIT WAS OBSERVED AT PROPER COLD-HOLDING TEMPERATURE UNDER 41F. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE DISPLAY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19: **C** Nonfood-Contact Surfaces OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FOOD STORAGE RACK IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13: NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF DEBRIS AND ICE BUILDUP ON THE FLOOR/WALLS/CEILING OF THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11: **C** Floors, Walls, and Ceilings- Cleanability OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12: **C** Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED 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. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Aug 22, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: NOTED EMPLOYEE WASHING DISHES AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT BAR WITHOUT SETTING IT UP TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE AS REQUIRED BY THE CODE. NO SANITIZER WAS USED TO SET UP THE SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT ALWAYS TO SET UP THE SINK WHEN WASHING EQUIPMENT. PERSON IN CHARGE IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEE SET UP THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE USING THE CHLORINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDSINK IN BASEMENT 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.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER BACKING UP AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM 2ND SINK BASIN, WATER BACKS UP INTO 1ST AND 3RD SINK BASINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR BEFORE RE-INSPECTION DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FOOD STORAGE RACK IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLD COLDING UNIT THAT IS UNDER FLAT TOP GRILL EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE DISPLAY LOCATED AT FRONT INACCURATE AND NOT PROPERLY FUNCTIONING. INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER INSIDE UNIT WAS OBSERVED AT PROPER COLD-HOLDING TEMPERATURE UNDER 41F. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE DISPLAY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPERS MISSING FOR BOTH DISH AREAS IN BASEMENT AND 1ST FLOOR SINKS INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IN BASEMENT PREP AREA MANUAL CAN OPENER BLADE ENCRUSTED IN FOOD DEBRIS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, AND SANITIZE CAN OPENER BLADE OR REPLACE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF DEBRIS AND ICE BUILDUP ON THE FLOOR/WALLS/CEILING OF THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
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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 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. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Aug 13, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD CONTAINERS WITH LABELS.(RICE,BEANS,ETC.)MUST LABEL.
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Mar 7, 2023
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN/MISSING DOOR RUBBER GASKETS INSIDE 4-DOOR REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS INSIDE SAID COOLER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE/FOOD DEBRIS ON VENTILATION HOOD. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTILATION HOOD.
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Feb 27, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK DIRT/PINK SLIME BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE DRIPPING INTO ICE, ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. ALL ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN/MISSING DOOR RUBBER GASKETS INSIDE 4-DOOR REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS INSIDE SAID COOLER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP INSIDE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA COOLERS/COOLERS DOOR HINDGES AND ACCUMULATED GREASE/FOOD DEBRIS ON VENTILATION HOOD. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF PREP AREA COOLERS AND VENTILATION HOOD.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT/GRIME BUILD UP ON WALL BEHIND/UNDER 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN WALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 1, 2022
Complaint
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES PREPARE READY-TO-EAT FOODS WITH THEIR BARE HANDS WHILE PREPARING TACOS. OBSERVED EMPLOYEES USING THEIR BARE HANDS AND TOUCHING TORTILLAS, ONIONS AND CILANTRO WHILE PREPARING TACOS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT NO BARE HAND CONTACT IS ALLOWED WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE BASEMENT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. A CONTAINER OF UTENSILS WAS PLACED INSIDE OF THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HAND SOAP WAS PROVIDED AT THE BASEMENT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND SOAP AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). SEE VIOLATION #10 ABOVE FOR CITATION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOOD DEBRIS ON TOP OF THE DISH MACHINE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE LEAK AT THE DRAIN LINE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT.
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Jul 14, 2022
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 7, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON THE PREMISES TO MEASURE THE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BOTH CHLORINE AND QAC TEST STRIPS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE OR DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS WITH AN ASTERISK OR OTHER MEANS TO THE REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT A VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: LABEL ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE GREASE FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Jul 28, 2021
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREMISES MISSING SOME VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP ITEMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY ITEMS AS OUTLINED IN POLICY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLIGHT PINK BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE UPPER PORTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED AT BASEMENT STORE AREA. MUST LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREP AREA REACH IN COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR ALL DAMAGED COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS.
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Apr 2, 2020
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER AND WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED RAW BACON AT 54.3, COOKED STUFFED PEPPERS AT 52.1F, RED SALSA AT 64.3F, AND MOLE SAUCE AT 71.1F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 5# AND 10 GALLONS OF FOOD WORTH $50. PRIORITY 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREPARED SALSA STORED IN THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE OF 3/31/20. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 5 GALLONS OF FOOD WORTH $20. PRIORITY 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE SIDES AND INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER AND 2 DOOR PREP COOLER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE BASEMENT PREP AREA.
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May 23, 2019
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON WALK IN AND REACH IN FREEZERS
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON DISH RACKS.
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May 16, 2019
Routine
7 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE.OBSERVED HAND SINK IN BASEMENT PREP/DISH WASHING AREA WITH SEVERAL LIDS STACKED INSIDE OF HAND SINK BASIN WHILE DISH MACHINE IS IN USE.ARTICLES WERE REMOVED.MUST KEEP FREE AND ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS SUCH AS COOKED CACTUS,CUT CILANTRO,COOKED BEANS,COOKED RICE,SHREEDED CHEESE,COOKED MENUDO,COOKED CHICKEN SOUP,COOKED POTATOES,COOKED CHICKEN LEGS,COOKED BEEF SOUP,COOKED CHICKEN TACO MEAT,COOKED CHIRIZO,COOKED CHICHARON,COOKED PORK,COOKED HOT PEPPERS AND ONIONS,COOKED CARNITAS,MOLE SAUCE,RED SAUCE,GREEN SAUCE,ROJAS SAUCE,TOMATOE SAUCE.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.APPX. 93LBS. ,62 GALLONS.$450.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH THE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF THE RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON THE MENU.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ENCRUSTED GREASE ON EXTERIOR LID OF OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER AND ON GROUND AROUND CONTAINER AND LID NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE AND CLEAN GREASE FROM CONTAINER AND GROUND AND MAKE LID TIGHT FITTING.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT # 2200236 7/30/18 NOT CORRECTED #58- STILL OBSERVED NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING AND TO MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN THE FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT BEVERAGE AREA.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON WALK IN AND REACH IN FREEZERS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON MEAT SLICER,DISH RACKS,SHELVING UNITS,FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND KEEP DRY.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR NEAR HOT WATER TANK AREA AND WALK IN FREEZER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS IN BASEMENT DISH WASHING AREA AT 3- COMP SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN HOT WATER TANK AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN WALK IN FREEZER AND BOTH TOILET ROOMS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE MISSING FILTER AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Jul 30, 2018
Reinspection
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: - FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENUS FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD (IE. EGGS). INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE ON MENUS AND TO MAINTAIN. 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: - FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED A SCOOP STORED IN THE CHIP BIN WITH ITS HANDLE RESTING INSIDE FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN WITH HANDLE ABOVE FOOD.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED JUICING EQUIPMENT BEING STORED IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AND WALK WAY AREAS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO KEEP PROTECTED IN STORAGE AND WHEN IN USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA TO HAVE DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE THE EXHAUST HOOD. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Jul 6, 2018
Complaint
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS NOT AT PROPER TEMPERATURES- IN THE 4 DOOR UNDER EQUIPMENT COOLER- 1/2LB OF HAM AT 45.6F, 10LBS OF CHILE RELLENO (WITH CHEESE AND EGG) AT 46.1F, 6LBS OF UNCOOKED BACON AT 45.3F, AND 2LBS OF CUT TOMATOES AT 45.3F; IN THE 2 DOOR PREP TOP COOLER- 13LBS OF COOKED PORK AT 52.3F, 8LBS OF RAW BEEF AT 57.9F, 14LBS OF COOKED RICE AT 57.9F, 4LBS OF COOKED REFRIED BEANS AT 49.8F, 6LBS OF CUT TOMATOES AT 51.3F, AND 10LBS OF CHEESE AT 55.0F. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO MAINTAIN ALL TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS BELOW 41F OR ABOVE 135F. OPERATOR DISCARDED AND DENATURED SAID FOOD VALUED AT $200. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED THE 2 DOOR PREP TOP COOLER IN THE KITCHEN TO HAVE A TEMPERATURE OF 47.7F. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SO THAT COOLER IS AT 41F OR BELOW. TAGGED COOLER HELD FOR INSPECTION BY CDPH. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: - FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: - FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENUS FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD (IE. EGGS). INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE ON MENUS AND TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: - FOUND NO THERMOMETER INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND THE 2 DOOR PREP TOP COOLER IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEES IN FOOD PREP AREAS WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY THAT ANY FOOD EMPLOYEE WORKING WITH FOOD OR IN A FOOD PREP AREA MUST MAINTAIN PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED A SCOOP STORED IN THE CHIP BIN WITH ITS HANDLE RESTING INSIDE FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN WITH HANDLE ABOVE FOOD.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED JUICING EQUIPMENT BEING STORED IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AND WALK WAY AREAS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO KEEP PROTECTED IN STORAGE AND WHEN IN USE. FACILITY RELOCATED TO FRONT BEVERAGE STATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA TO HAVE DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE THE EXHAUST HOOD. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Apr 13, 2017
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REGROUT FLOOR IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA IN FRONT OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REFRIGERATION UNITS
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Apr 5, 2017
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL ON PREMISES. OBSERVED TWO LIVE ROACHES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA ON SIDE OF GRILL AND CRAWLING ON FLOOR IN FRONT HOT LINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ROACH ACTIVITY PROBLEM SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS STORED INSIDE PREP COOLERS IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REGROUT FLOOR IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA IN FRONT OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REFRIGERATION UNITS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: STOPPERS NEEDED IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR OF KITCHEN AREA AND BASEMENT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETERS NEEDED AT THE 4-DOOR PREP COOLER IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Jan 13, 2017
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 6, 2017
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON FLOOR IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA AROUND AND BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZED AFFECTED AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE PEST PROBLEM. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER. MUST REPAINT AND REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST ACCULATED ON VENTILATION FAN INSIDE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED IN THE WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT AND PREP 2-DOOR COOLERS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN BASEMENT. MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Jul 18, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found several potentially hazardous foods not labeled. Instructed to label all items with proper label (name and date). Must maintain.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found tin foil used as a liner on table in kitchen area. Instructed to remove. Found cardboard used as a floor matt downstairs. Instructed to remove. Must not use cardboard or tin foil. All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Found heavily soiled cutting boards with deep groves in basement, meat cutting area. Instructed to sand or replace.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found 3 compartment sink in front server station without proper faucet. Instructed must have a faucet that reaches all 3 basins of three compartment sink. (Faucet currently positioned in the middle sink and doesn't move or reach the other sinks.) Must maintain.
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Dec 28, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE REAR 2-DOOR SALSA REFRIGERATOR. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE. MUST REPAIR BROKEN GASKET AT THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLERS IN 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN PREP AREA AND REAR UPRIGHT FREEZER IN KITCHEN AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED BROKEN HANDLE DOOR AT THE FRONT 2-DOOR PREP COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE DIRT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SMALL LEAK AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED AT THE REAR 2-DOOR PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 17, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE TIN FOIL AS A LINER FOR SHELVING AT COOKS LINE. MUST REMOVE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN KNIFE RACK IN BASEMENT FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REMOVE DIRT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN BASEMENT WALL BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. REMOVE DIRT AND DEBRIS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED INSIDE FRONT PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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May 13, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), display cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment and under storage shelving in prep areas(1st floor, bsmt) not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling in bsmt prep area had holes, peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Apr 12, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food stored in coolers must be dated & labeled. All bulk food containers must be labeled to identify the dry product stored in basement.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: All clean single service utensils must be stored with handles up.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: The fan covers,shelvings inside the walk-in-cooler,in between cooking equipments,interior compartment of deep fryer at cook line require a detail cleaning.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided inside food prep coolers at cook line. Instructed to have thermometers visible inside coolers.
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Mar 7, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 29, 2012
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, APPEARS TO HAVE MOLD BUILD-UP, NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE, AND USE PRE PACKAGE ICE, UNTIL MACHINE IS CLEAN, MACHINE TAGGED, INSTRUCTED TO FAX A LETTER TO CDPH ONCE MACHINE IS PROPERLY CLEAN AND SANITIZE, FAX #312746-4240 SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005 (A)
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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. MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT BAR AREA EXPOSED HAND SINK BY THREE COMPARTMENT, AND PROVIDE KNOBS TO STEAM TABLE LIDS
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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/REPLACE ALL STAINED CUTTING BOARDS, CLEAN COUNTER TABLES TOPS, TOPS, SIDES AND INTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SHELVES THROUGHOUT PREMISES
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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 AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST CLEAN/REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA 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. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT WITH SHIELD INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AND SPRAY DEVICE AT BASEMENT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE WORKING THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS, AND PROVIDE CALIBRATED LONG STEM THERMOMETERS FOR FOOD TEMPERATURE TAKING
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May 4, 2011
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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. REPLACE BROKEN GASKET AT 1 DOOR FREEZER 1ST FLOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR WATER LEAKING BENEATH THE 3 COMP SINK IN BASEMENT.
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Apr 27, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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.FOUND APPROXIMATELY 20 DRAIN FLIES IN VARIOUS AREAS OF BASEMENT DISHROOM,DRY STORAGE AREAS,ICE MACHINE AREA.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,PROVIDE LIDS FOR TRASH CANS,DIRTY LINEN,MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES,PEST CONTROL CO SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED.
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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.MUST REPAIR/REPLACE RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH REPLACE WORNED OUT CUTTING BOARDS AT FOOD PREP AREA ALSO REPLACE BROKEN GASKET AT 1 DOOR FREEZER 1ST FLOOR.
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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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,DISHMACHINE,FAUCETS AT EXPOSED HANDSINKS,DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,MANUAL CAN OPENER,ICE MACHINE.
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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.FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENTS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING.
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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.WALLS THROUGHOUT THE DISHROOM/DRY STORAGE MUST BE CLEANED TO REMOVE SPLASHED FOOD DEBRIS,REPAIR SECTION OF CEILING OVER THE 3 COMP SINK IN BASEMENT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR WATER LEAKING BENEATH THE 3 COMP SINK IN BASEMENT,CLEAN HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
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Jun 10, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. MUST ELEVATE DISH WASHER RACKS STORED ON BARE FLOOR IN BASEMINT AND ON 1STFL. 6" OFF FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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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. MUST REPLCE DRAIN STOPPERS ON 3COMP.SINKS IN THE BAR AND IN THE BASEMENT THAT ARE DAMAGED.
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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 VENT IN TOILET AND DISH MACHINE DISH SCRAPER SINK,& WALK IN FREEZER FLOORS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPLACE MISSING WATER SPRAYER ON DISH MACHINE FOR FLUSHING UTENSILS BEFORE WASH,AND REPAIR FAUCET JOINT HEAD LEAKING WATERON 3COMP.SINK IN THE BASEMENT.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Moran last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Moran on file is from Sep 3, 2025. The public record contains 28 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria Moran?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited 17 times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Moran.
Has Taqueria Moran's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Taqueria Moran 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 Moran 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 Moran inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Moran is inspected around two times per year on average.
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