Restaurant · Chicago, IL

El Rayo Tacos

2055 W 79th St

Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was El Rayo Tacos last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Mar 4, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 2 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 1 inspection on record, from Mar 4, 2026 to Mar 4, 2026.
Has El Rayo Tacos ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 1 inspection record we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 4, 2026.

The Full Inspection History

1 inspection

License

Mar 4, 2026

Pass

2 recorded violations

notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official Wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s Notes

OBSERVED THE MOP SINK WITHOUT A BACK FLOW DEVICE. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

In Plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s Notes

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AS REQUIRED.

In Plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 4, 2026 · Original Source

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