PASS
Risk 1 (High)
EL ORIGINAL CHAVAS TACOS, INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 1, 2026
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #1964229
4
Total Violations
3
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 1, 2026. The inspection type was "Complaint Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-602.11(A; B:1-4,6,7; C; D): OBSERVED PREPACKAGED SLICES OF TRES LECHES CAKE IN THE REFRIGERATOR NEAR THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH NO FOOD LABEL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THE COMMON NAME OF THE FOOD, A LIST OF INGREDIENTS; THE NAME AND PLACE OF BUSINESS OF THE MANUFACTURER, PACKER, OR DISTRIBUTOR; AND THE NAME OF THE FOOD SOURCE FOR EACH MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN CONTAINED IN THE FOOD.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-302.12: OBSERVED SQUIRT BOTTLES AND SEASONING SHAKERS NOT LABELED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS NOT IN IT ORIGINAL FOOD CONTAINER.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-307.11: OBSERVED A BULK CONTAINER OF DICED TOMATOES IN THE THREE-DOOR COOLER WITH A BOWL BEING USED TO TRANSFER THE FOOD ITEM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN UTENSIL WITH A HANDLE TO TRANSFER THE FOOD ITEM
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-307.11: OBSERVED A BULK CONTAINER OF DICED TOMATOES IN THE THREE-DOOR COOLER WITH A BOWL BEING USED TO TRANSFER THE FOOD ITEM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN UTENSIL WITH A HANDLE TO TRANSFER THE FOOD ITEM
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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