FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
TAQUIZAS DON RAFA 2 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 15, 2025
Canvass
License #2762827
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED REAR EXTERIOR DOOR IWTH 1/4 IN GAP AT BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR DOOR TO BE TIGHT FITTING.
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 #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED WASTEWATER BACK UP AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. WATER RELEASED FROM MIDDLE COMPARTMENT BACKS UP INTO ALTERNATE COMPARTMENTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO HAVE GREASE TRAP SERVICED TO PREVENT WATER BACK UP AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED HANDSINK IN WOMEN'S RESTROOM TO BE SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR 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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED HANDSINK IN WOMEN'S RESTROOM TO BE SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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