SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was El Rey Del Barrio last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Feb 6, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
3 inspections on record, from Sep 26, 2024 to Feb 6, 2026.
Has El Rey Del Barrio ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 26, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Canvass
Feb 6, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s Notes
No allergen certificate for food service manager. instructed to obtain.
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.
4-204.17 NOTED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER ON THE CEILING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE CONDENSATION UNITS.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 7, 2025 · Original Source
License
Sep 26, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official Wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE OF THE EXHAUST HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD, FILTERS, AND PIPES/CONDUITS.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.