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Taqueria Siglo Xx

3626 1/2 W Lawrence

Last inspected Aug 22, 2025 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was Taqueria Siglo Xx last inspected?: The most recent inspection on record was on Aug 22, 2025. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?: Yes: 4 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?: 3 inspections on record, from Oct 30, 2023 to Aug 22, 2025.
Has Taqueria Siglo Xx ever been closed by the health department?: No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 30, 2023.

The Full Inspection History

3 inspections

Canvass

Aug 22, 2025

Pass

4 recorded violations

notedCode 37Food source and labeling

Official Wording

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s Notes

BULK SUGAR CONTAINER NOT LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME. ALL BULK FOODS NOT STORED IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.

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.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s Notes

MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS SHELVING FOR STORED ITEMS. FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE TO CLEAN AND MONITOR AT ALL TIMES.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s Notes

MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING INSIDE COOLERS.----RAW WOODEN SHELVING IN THE PREP AREA MUST BE PAINTED/SEALED TO BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT. ALSO, CHIPPING PRESSED WOOD SHELVING ABOVE THE CLEAN DISH AREA. MUST BE REPAIRED/REPLACED TO BE SMOOTH/CLEANABLE.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s Notes

MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS MATTING FOR FLOORS.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 22, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass

Sep 13, 2024

Pass w/ Conditions

4 recorded violations

notedCode 48Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

Inspector’s Notes

OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

Inspector’s Notes

OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE OR VALID DOCUMENTATION WHILE (TCS FOODS) RICE,SOUP,PORK ETC. ARE BEING PREPARED/HANDLED/SERVED TO CUSTOMERS.INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE,THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE (TCS FOODS) ARE PREPARED,HANDLED, AND/OR SERVED.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY AS REQUIRED.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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

notedCode 44Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

Inspector’s Notes

INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT POTS AND PANS ON KITCHEN SHELF TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN.

In Plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s Notes

OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITH EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING AND MAINTAIN 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, Sep 13, 2024 · Original Source

Canvass

Oct 30, 2023

Pass

1 recorded violation

notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s Notes

OBSERVED SPILLAGE INSIDE MULTI-DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN INTERIOR.

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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 30, 2023 · Original Source