PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
TAQUERIA LA CHIQUITA Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 8, 2025
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License #49607
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED MECHANICAL WAREWASHING MACHINE NOT MAINTAINING PROPER PH CONCENTRATION OF CHEMICAL SANITIZER(CHLORINE). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN MACHINE TO MINIMUM OF 50 PPM CONCENTRATION OF CHEMICAL SANITIZER(CHLORINE) AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED. (MACHINE TAGGED AT THIS TIME BY CDPH)-THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AVAILABLE AND IN USE.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE POTS AND BOWLS NOT STORED INVERTED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO STORE ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT (POTS, PANS, BOWLS) INVERTED FOR THE PREVENTION OF CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FRONT COLD HOLD UNIT WITH DRAWERS (USED FOR STORAGE) WITH GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FRONT COLD HOLD UNIT WITH DRAWERS (USED FOR STORAGE) WITH GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection