Pass

Eggholic/ Taco Pros

833 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642

Restaurant ZIP 60642 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Jul 28, 2026

Eggholic/ Taco Pros was last inspected on July 28, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 4 violations.

Latest inspection

July 28, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection

Pass

Result: Pass

3 general1 paperwork
  • GeneralFood temperature

    Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

    Inspector’s note: 3-501.13 observed the following tcs food items thawing improperly... Raw and cooked beef, picadilla, and beans stored inside of food bags inside container on prep table as well as in still water inside 3 compartment sink. Instructed to thaw under refrigeration or under continuous running water as required.

    Official wording (code 35)

    Approved thawing methods used

  • GeneralFood handling

    Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

    Inspector’s note: 3-601.11 observed no labels on all working ingredients located in prep areas. Instructed to provide and maintain.

    Official wording (code 37)

    Food properly labeled; original container

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 observed floors throughout dishwashing area and storage closet under all shelving units in need of cleaning. Instructed to provide and maintain floor free of build up debris.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • PaperworkManagement & training

    Not all food employees had food-handler training.

    Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed 3 employees on premise (taco pros) without proof of food handler training. Instructed to provide.

    Official wording (code 57)

    All food employees have food handler training

Inspection history

16 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2639625 ON 7/13/26. THE VIOLATION AS FOLLOWS 3-603.11 OUT PF 07/20/2026 Observed no Consumer Advisory for raw or undercooked foods (EGGS). Instructed to identify such foods by asterisking them to a foot note that states: "These items can be served raw or undercooked or contain undercooked ingredients" and add a statement that says: "Consuming raw or undercooked animal products may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have medical conditions". INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.13 observed the following tcs food items thawing improperly... Raw and cooked beef, picadilla, and beans stored inside of food bags inside container on prep table as well as in still water inside 3 compartment sink. Instructed to thaw under refrigeration or under continuous running water as required.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: 3-601.11 observed no labels on all working ingredients located in prep areas. Instructed to provide and maintain

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors throughout dishwashing area and storage closet under all shelving units in need of cleaning. Instructed to provide and maintain floor free of build up debris.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3 employees on premise (taco pros) without proof of food handler training. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  2. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 critical3 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AVAILABLE AT HANDSINK LOCATED IN REAR PREP (EGG HOLIC) AREA DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROCIDE AND MAINTAIN FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following foods at improper temperatures during time of inspection. Approximaltey 25 lbs cooked rice 53f, 8 lbs picadilla 49.6f, 10 lbs raw beef 48.5f. Instructed to hold all cold tcs foods @ 41f and below at all times. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued. Said food items were voluntarily discarded at this time.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 75 lbs prepared tcs foods (masala gravy, potatoes, rice, mashed vegetables, beans stored throughout cooling units and walk in cooler without labels. Instructed to provide discard dates on all food items prepared on site and stored for more than 24 hrs. Must maintain. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued. All said food items were voluntarily discarded at this time.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no Consumer Advisory for raw or undercooked foods (EGGS). Instructed to identify such foods by asterisking them to a foot note that states: "These items can be served raw or undercooked or contain undercooked ingredients" and add a statement that says: "Consuming raw or undercooked animal products may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have medical conditions". INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs food items thawing improperly... Raw and cooked beef, picadilla, and beans stored inside of food bags inside container on prep table as well as in still water inside 3 compartment sink. Instructed to thaw under refrigeration or under continuous running water as required.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no labels on all working ingredients located in prep areas. Instructed to provide and maintain

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors throughout dishwashing area and storage closet under all shelving units in need of cleaning. Instructed to provide and maintain floor free of build up debris.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified food manager on site during time of inspection with vaid original certificate while preparing rice, eggs, sliced tomatoes, beef,beans, instructed to procide and maintain at all times while open and operating. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3 employees on premise (taco pros) without proof of food handler training. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  3. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Cooked food ( chicken ) held in walk-in cooler for more than 24hrs with no discard date, Instructed to date. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Using disposable plastic spoons in food production, Instructed to use proper utensil.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Missing sink stoppers at front kitchen 3-comp sink, Instructed to obtain.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: NO Certified food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( rice, chicken...) instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: No food handler training for kitchen staff. Instructed to obtain.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  4. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  5. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold-holding temperatures of tcs foods in the walk-in cooler and food prep area. Observed eggs at 66f, cooked rice at 49-62f, and potato samosas at 73f. Management instructed to maintain all cold tcs foods below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cooked rice stored in the walk-in cooler past the 7-day maximum use-by date. The rice was prepared on 5/28/24. Management instructed that to use or discard all date-marked tcs foods within 7 days, using the prep date as day 1. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the pest control log book not maintained. Premises has only 1 pest inspection report from the past year in the pest control log book. Management instructed to have a minimum of 2 pest inspection reports from the past year. Must provides an additional pest control inspection report and maintains it in the log book. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed an excessive amount of garbage and litter stored on the ground surrounding the outside garbage dumpster. Management instructed to clean and maintain the area around the outside garbage dumpster. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: No food handler certificates were provided for food handling employees. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  6. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  7. Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed exposed handwashing sink in rear dish area made inaccessible by tea pot being stored in handwashing sink. Instructed to maintain all handwashing sinks in an open and accessible manor. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following repeat priority foundation violation not corrected from report #2581849 dated 9/18/2023: "observed 9 live roaches in corner of rear prep area near stairs and where loaves of bread area stored. Instructed to remove pests, receive additional pest control service, and maintain facility free of pest activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued." observed 10 live roaches throughout bar, prep area, and dish area. Instructed to correct and maintain facility in good condition. Priority violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unsealed wood at bar. Instructed to seal and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Bserved 1 of 2 washbowls in women's toilet room maintaining an improper maximum temperature of 71.6f. Instructed all washbowl sinks must maintain proper temperatures between 100-120f.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unused ice machine in bar. Instructed to remove from premises.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of grime and food debris underneath equipment, throughout bar, and on walls of prep and dish areas. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of dust on vent in men's toilet room. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  8. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no procedure and kit on site for responding to vomit and diarrhea. Left one pager and instructed to maintain procedure and kit containing all necessary supplies including a sanitizer rated as effective against norovirus on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no soap at exposed handwashing sink located in rear dish area. Instructed to maintain soap at all handwashing sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 9 live roaches in corner of rear prep area near stairs and where loaves of bread area stored. Instructed to remove pests, receive additional pest control service, and maintain facility free of pest activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unsealed wood at bar. Instructed to seal and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 1 of 2 washbowls in women's toilet room maintaining an improper maximum temperature of 71.6f. Instructed all washbowl sinks must maintain proper temperatures between 100-120f.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unused ice machine in bar. Instructed to remove from premises.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of grime and food debris underneath equipment, throughout bar, and on walls of prep and dish areas. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of dust on vent in men's toilet room. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkFood handling

      The inspection summary report wasn’t posted for the public.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no summary posted for public view from previous inspection #2564644 dated 9/30/2022. Left new summary and instructed to post for public view. Priority foundation violation 7-42-010(b). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 61)

      Summary report displayed and visible to the public

  9. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the women toilet room toilet bowls to be soiled with urine and dirty, in need of cleaning. Instructed to detail clean and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed employee/public women toilet room without toilet tissue. Instructed person in charge that a supply of toilet tissue must be available at each toilet. Employee provided toilet tissue during the inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-010. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the city of chicago food certified manager with no proof of allergen training certificate. Instructed all city of chicago certified food managers obtain this certificate.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  10. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Employees not wearing hair restraints.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wet wiping cloths on cutting board. Instructed to store wiping cloths inside sanitizer bucket between uses.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

  11. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 paperwork Show violations
    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Found employees missing food handler training. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  12. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand drying provision at 2 out of 2 handwashing sink in front bar. Also noted no hand drying provision in dish/ food preparation area. All handwashing sinks must be equipped with a hand drying provision at all times. Instructed manager to provide.priority foundation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Found 3 roaches under 3 compartment sink. Recommended contacting pest control. Facility must be maintained free from pest. Instructed manager to remove, santize and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Found employees missing food handler training. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  13. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the party room with accumulation of unused equipment, boxes, chairs, etc. Instructed to remove any unused items, organize and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  14. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: No employee health policy onsite. Instructed to provide the city's health form or similar documents used to demonstrate compliance. Priority foundation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean interior panel of ice machine behind bar. Instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide date markings to tcs/rte foods, prepared onsite and held in coolers over 24 hrs. Instructed to provide consume by dates and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a disclosure and reminder statement on menus regarding raw eggs. Instructed to maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005 no citation issued (refer to handout)

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers with common food names; flour, sugar, spices,etc., when food has been removed from original packaging. Instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide sink stoppers for 3-comp sink behind bar, instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: MUST SEAL EXPOSED BRICK IN FOOD PREP AREA. Except in areas used only for dry storage, concrete, porous blocks, or bricks used for indoor wall construction shall be finished and SEALED to provide a SMOOTH, nonabsorbent, EASILY CLEANABLE surface. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must cover exposed ceiling rafters and duct vent in food prep area. Instructed to repair so surface is smooth and easily cleanable, and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean excessive grease accumulation from hood filters, instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  15. Pass

    License · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Noted a leak at the base of the exposed hand sink in the kitchen. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Noted exposed brick walls and exposed ceiling rafters in the kitchen and behind the front bar. Instructed manager to provide and maintain walls and ceiling smooth and easily cleanable (sealed and nonabsorbent).

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 3 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.