Taqueria Mexicana
605 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60661
Restaurant ZIP 60661 Risk 1 (High)
Out of business · as of Jan 12, 2026
Taqueria Mexicana was last inspected on January 12, 2026 with a result of “Out of Business”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
January 12, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Out of Business
No violationsThe inspector found this business closed.
No violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
5 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 critical Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Hand wash sink faucet in poor repair, hot water knob is hard to turn, Instructed to repair to wash hands as needed.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: No discard date on cooked food containers ( beef, chicken... ) that are held in front prep cooler for than 24hours. Instructed manager to provide discard date, Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: No test paper on site for 3-comp sanitizer solution, Instructed manager to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Minor leak noted under 3-comp sink drain line. instructed to repair.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Pass
License · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Found coolers without thermometer. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Found gap in between entry door. Instructed manager to provide a closed tight fitting door.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Found no covered garbage receptacle located in unisex toilet room. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found dust on vent over 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to clean sanitize and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Found vent in unisex restroom not operable. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Not Ready
License · Not Ready
No violations
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 10 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.