EL TACO AZTECA
2151 W CERMAK RD, Chicago, IL, 60608
Most recent inspection
- Date
- April 16, 2026
- Type
- Complaint
- Result
- Pass w/ Conditions
- Risk category
- Risk 1 (High)
- Cited findings
- 5
- Jurisdiction
- Cook County (Chicago)
Violations (5)
- 33
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
OBSERVED 3 DOOR/COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 54.5. NO TCS FOOD BEING STORED IN THE COOLER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. COOLER TAGGED. 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
- 40
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE STIRRING RICE WITHOUT A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
- 48
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
NO SIGNAGE TO DETERMINE WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
- 54
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
OBSERVED CARDBOARD BOXES ON THE SIDE OF THE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
- 55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED FLOORS, WALLS, SHELVES AND CEILINGS WITH ACCUMULATION OF DUST AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Source: Cook County (Chicago) health department. Data refreshed September 4, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.