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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

Closed

Result: Out of Business

No violations

The inspector found this business closed.

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

5 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 critical Show violations
    • 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

    • 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

  2. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 general Show violations
    • 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

    • 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

  3. Pass

    License · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

  4. 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.