SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Taco Bell last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Mar 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 Jan 25, 2024 to Mar 6, 2026.
Has Taco Bell 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 25, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Canvass
Mar 6, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official Wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DUST IN CEILING VENTS IN DINING AREA AND REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 6, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 21, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF RESIDUE ON BOTTOM OF SLUSHY DISPENSING STATION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO 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.