Taquizas Valdez
3038 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618
Restaurant ZIP 60618 Risk 1 (High)
Out of business · as of Jun 24, 2026
Taquizas Valdez was last inspected on June 24, 2026 with a result of “Out of Business”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
June 24, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Out of Business
No violationsThe inspector found this business closed.
No violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
3 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Label dry foods in containers with common name:rice,etc.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed cook with beard and without a beard restraint,also hair restrinant is required. Instructed to provide beard and hair restraints for all food handlers
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Used linens on top cutting boards,a bucket with sanitize solution and linen must be provided at prep tables
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Leaking faucet at three compartment sink. Repair issue.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: No self closing door provided at washroom in basement. Provide a self closing device at said door
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Conditional
License · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Observed no verifiable employee health policy on site at time of inspection. Left template and instructed to maintain copies of policy signed by all employees on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed no kit and procedure for responding to vomit and diarrhea on site at time of inspection. Instructed to maintain procedure and kit containing all necessary items including a sanitizer rated as effective against norovirus on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage in all 3 restrooms. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed no backflor preventer at mop sink. Instructed to install in accordance with all relevant laws, rules, and regulations.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed unused coolers, fryers, etc. In rear courtyard. Instructed to remove from premises.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed 2 burnt out lightbulbs in basement toilet room. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.
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 4 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.