Taqueria y Birrieria Morelia Inc 2
3817 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60632
Restaurant ZIP 60632 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Oct 28, 2026
Taqueria y Birrieria Morelia Inc 2 was last inspected on October 28, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 6 violations.
Latest inspection
October 28, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
4 general2 paperwork-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed containers stored on floor in dishwashing area and observed containers and bags stored on crates in rear prep area. Instructed to provide adequate shelving units to elevate all food and non food items at least six inches off of floor for ease of cleanability.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucet at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair leaking faucet at three compartment sink and maintain.
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 stained ceiling tiles in men's washroom and dining area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles in facility 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: Observed dimly lit prep/dishwashing area. Instructed to increase light intensity in prep/dishwashing area.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: At time of inspection facility provided no food handler training certificate for food handler. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: At time of inspection observed expired allergen awareness training certificates posted for two employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates. Instructed to provide valid allergen awareness training for all employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
Inspection history
4 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed food handlers prepping food without hair restraints. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 3-304.12 observed improper storage of in-use utensils stored directly inside of the food container(s) or on prep area surfaces. Instructed to store properly between usage.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: 4-903.11 (a;b;d) observed plates not inverted in kitchen and frontline area. Instructed to invert plates.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.11 observed broken handle at hold holding unit. Instructed to replace.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
6 general Show violations
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers prepping food without hair restraints. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper storage of in-use utensils stored directly inside of the food container(s) or on prep area surfaces. Instructed to store properly between usage.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed plates not inverted in kitchen and frontline area. Instructed to invert plates.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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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: Observed food items stored improperly in aluminum foil in the prep cooler and freezer. Instructed to use proper food grade storage bags and/or containers.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed broken handle at hold holding unit. Instructed to replace.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Observed continued non-compliance from report #2609468 dated on 12/19/24. Previous core violations not corrected for items #51) 5-205.15: sprayer needed at 3 compartment sink for clean in place procedure. Instructed to install. #53) 5-501.17: toilet rooms in need of covered waste can. Instructed to install and maintain. Must correct core violations by the date on the report. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Pass
License · Pass
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: Handwashing signs are needed at both handsinks and in both washrooms. Instructed to install and maintain.
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: Sprayer needed at 3 compartment sink for clean in place procedure. Instructed to install
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: Toilet rooms in need of covered waste can. Instructed to install and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 8 days ago. Always confirm with the official record.