Taco Bell
4523 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
Restaurant ZIP 60639 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Oct 29, 2026
Taco Bell was last inspected on October 29, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
October 29, 2026 · Complaint
Result: Pass
1 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed drainpipe leaking under hand washing sink in warewashing area. Instructed to repair leaking drainpipe.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspection history
5 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed a 1/4" gap at the bottom of the front entrance door. Must provide a tight-fitting seal at all outer openings to prevent the entry of pests.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed self-serve ice machine located in dining area with a build-up of black and brown slime substance, dripping onto ice cubes stored below the ice bin.ice is used for human consumption. Also, black slime at the exterior of the unit between the ice bin and the top part of the unit. Interior plate of ice bin with excess rust; external black cover not clean. Also noted green, black, and brown substance on the exterior of the ice machine in the kitchen. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005.citation issued
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Noted no proof of allergen training for all certified food managers. Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with the completion of training and maintain documentation on site at all times.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
License · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hot running water at men employee bathroom handwashing sink. Temperature of water was 83.5f at the time of inspection. Hot water was restored to 104.2f by the end of report typing. Instructed to have hot and cold running water at a minimum temperature of 100f at all hand wash sinks. Priority violation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED WASTE WATER SPILLING ONTO PREP AREA FLOOR FROM DRAIN PIPES WHEN MEN WASHROOM IS IN USE. ALSO OBSERVED SEWAGE INTERCEPTOR IN FRONT PREP AREA, OPEN & EXPOSED TO AIR AND BEING SERVICED FOR REMOVAL OF SEWAGE/WASTE WHILE PREMISES IS PREPARING AND SERVING FOOD. DISPOSAL OF SEWAGE PROHIBITED WHILE OPEN, OPERATING AND PREPARING AND SERVING FOOD. PLUMBER WAS ON SITE DURING INSPECTION TO ADDRESS SEWAGE LEAK. ABLE TO ADDRESS SEWAGE ISSUES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO GET PIPES CLEANED TO PREVENT BACK UP ONTO FLOOR OF FACILITY. PRIORITY. 7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed mop not stored properly to prevent pest harborage.
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 7 days ago. Always confirm with the official record.