FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
LA TORTA CHILANGA #2 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 1, 2026
Complaint
License #2379377
8
Total Violations
4
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor
2
Corrected On Site
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 1, 2026. The inspection type was "Complaint" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 8 violations during this inspection, including 4 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #13
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, & UNADULTERATED - Comments: OBSERVED ADULTERATED CONTAINER OF SLICED TOMATOES IN FACILITY. OBSERVED DEAD ROACH IN CONTAINER OF SLICED TOMATOES HELD IN COLD HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED FOOD SHALL BE SAFE, UNADULTERATED AND HONESTLY PRESENTED. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED SAID FOOD VALUED AT $5 WEIGHING 3LBS PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of pest infestation.
Specific Requirements
No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY IN FACILITY. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 8 LIVE ROACHES IN FACILITY, OBSERVED LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING IN CORNERS OF SHELVING ABOVE PREP TABLE. OBSERVED TWO LARGE FLIES IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ROACH AND FLY ACTIVITY IN FACILITY, RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 10/1/2026 TO ELIMINATE ROACH AND FLY ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAID AFFECTED EQUIPMENT AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DEAD ROACH IN INTERIOR OF SMALL COLD HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS FROM FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAID COLD HOLDING UNIT.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKING FROM HOT AND COLD WATER KNOBS ON FAUCET AT REAR PREP/DISHWASHING HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FAUCET AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #52
MAJOR
Violation Details
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM LID OF GREASE TRAP ONTO FLOOR WHEN DRAINING SANITIZER COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR GREASE TRAP IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA FOR APPROPRIATE WASTE WATER DRAINAGE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Specific Requirements
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-402.11
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED BLACK BUILDUP ON EXTERIOR OF OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN EXTERIOR OF OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: AT TIME OF INSPECTION FACILITY PROVIDED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Violation #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: AT TIME OF INSPECTION FACILITY PROVIDED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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