FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Taqueria Los Molcajetes Inc Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
Taqueria Los Molcajetes Inc
(AKA: Taqueria Los Molcajetes)
5344 W FULLERTON AVE, CHICAGO 60639
Restaurant
November 18, 2025
Canvass
License #2758268
2
Total Violations
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 18, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" 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 2 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
2
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLE LID NOT TIGHT FITTING, DUE TO BEING FILLED WITH TRASH. INSTRUCTED ALL OUTSIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLES MUST BE ABLE TO CLOSE AND REMAIN TIGH FTTING, PER CODE, IN ORDER TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B), CITATION ISSUED
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 #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLE LID NOT TIGHT FITTING, DUE TO BEING FILLED WITH TRASH. INSTRUCTED ALL OUTSIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLES MUST BE ABLE TO CLOSE AND REMAIN TIGH FTTING, PER CODE, IN ORDER TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B), CITATION ISSUED
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection