ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Let's Taco last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 15, 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 Jan 31, 2025 to Oct 15, 2026.
Has Let's Taco ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 31, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 15, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Allergen training as required
Inspector’s Notes
2-102.13// OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CFM. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 1, 2026
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT PROOF OF FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT TRAINING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE.
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.
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS WITH NO VALID AND ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER HOLDER ON SITE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A VALID AND ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE AND ITS HOLDER MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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.
OBSERVED 9 CONTAINERS OF CAKE SLICES IN DISPLAY CASE FOR SALE IN THE FACILITY FROM AN UNKNOWN UNAPPROVED SOURCE. ALSO NOTED 10 SLICES OF CAKE IN REAR 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR WITHOUT A BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS OF AN APPROVED FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SAID ITEMS AND TO ALWAYS PURCHASE ALL FOOD ITEMS FROM AN APPROVED SOURCE AND APPROVED FACILITY. MANAGER DISCARDED SAID ITEMS DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
OBSERVED NO CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND OPERATOR MUST PROVIDE AT LEAST 2 PEST INSPECTIONS A YEAR AND THE REPORTS MUST BE MAINTAINED IN THE LOGBOOK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK AND PEST INSPECTION REPORTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
NOTED HEAVY ENCRUSTED GREASE BUILD-UP IN COMPARTMENTS UNDER FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
NOTED FLOORS AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK GREASE TRAP, WEST WALL STORAGE RACKS AND REAR STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CFM. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 1, 2026 · Original Source
License
Jan 31, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT ANY OF THE HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SIGNAGE AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
LEAKS AT THE BASE AND ELBOW OF THE FAUCET OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN LEAKS.
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.
BROKEN FLOOR TILE AT THE FRONT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE FLOORS. -WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CEILING TILES. MAINTAIN SAME.
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.