Mama's Grilled Tacos

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Jan 28, 2026 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   5 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the rear exit door with a 1/4" gap at the bottom. Must seal to prevent possible entry point for pests.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the self closing device on the washroom door in poor repair (broken). Must repair and maintain as required.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean the filters above cooking equipment to remove debris and grease.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Must replace missing light shield on bulbs above the cooking equipment and clean the rest.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION (58) ALLERGEN TRAINING NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2616828 DATE 5/5/25 AS REQUIRED. Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090.

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

2. May 5, 2025 Pass

   License · Pass

   3 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: Observed small holes in the office space walls. Instructed to seal any openings.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a leak at the back flow device on the utlility sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no covered trash receptacle in the employee toilet room. Instructed to obtain.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training certification for city of chicago food service manager. Instructed to obtain and provide on site.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required