El Rey del Barrio
1905 W 51st St, Chicago, IL 60609
Restaurant ZIP 60609 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Feb 6, 2026
El Rey del Barrio was last inspected on February 6, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
February 6, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 paperwork-
PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: No allergen certificate for food service manager. instructed to obtain.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
Inspection history
3 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-204.17 noted ice build up inside inside the walk-in cooler on the ceiling. Instructed to repair and maintain the condensation units.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.12 cutting boards with open seams and dark stains on the cold hold unit in front prep area. Must refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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Pass
License · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Noted heavy dirt and grease accumulation inside of the exhaust hood above cooking equipment. Instructed to detail clean and maintain hood, filters, and pipes/conduits.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 9 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.