Taquitos

8701 S Exchange Ave, Chicago, IL 60617

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 16, 2011

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Taquitos stretching back to 2010. The most recent visit was on Mar 16, 2011. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that Taquitos's inspection history hasn't been updated since Mar 16, 2011; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.

Looking across the full record, “premises maintained free of litter” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Taquitos is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 16, 2011

Complaint

1 minor violation.

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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.STILL 1 PROPANE TANK AND HEATER ON PREMISES INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE (REFER TO FIRE DEPARTMENT).

Feb 25, 2011

Routine

5 minor violations.

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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.NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED AND NO CITY MANAGER ON PREMISES AT THIE TIME OF INSPECTION WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE COOKED AND SERVED CITATION ISSUED.

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.OBSERVED FOIL ON FRONT STORAGE SHELF INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.

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 HOOD, FILTERS, STOVE TOP, FRYER AND THE COFFEE MACHINE ABOVE COFFEE BASKET SLICER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.

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.OBSERVED COUPLE FLOOR TILES CRACKED INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.OBSERVED CLUTTER IN REAR ACROSS FROM THE RESTROOMS ALSO 1 PROPANE TANK AND HEATER INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.

Feb 1, 2010

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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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. NOW ABATED.

Jan 15, 2010

License

4 minor violations.

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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM BACK PORCH AREAS AND YARD

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 ALL VISIBLE TRACES OF PAINT FROM FLOORS. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES AND IN CORNERS WHERE NEEDED.

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. CLEAN WALLS & DOORS WHERE NEEDED. SEAL ALL LOOSE BASEBOARDS. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE(S). CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS. PLACE A BARRIER SEPARATING DINING AREA FROM FOOD SERVICE/PREP AREA.

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. ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT MUST BE COMPLETELY UNDERNEATH THE CANOPY IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taquitos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taquitos on file is from Mar 16, 2011. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taquitos?

Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taquitos.

Has Taquitos' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Taquitos have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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