Chicago Inspection: TAQUERIA LA ESQUINITA — Pass

Chicago CDPH · April 27, 2026

Result: Pass Type: Restaurant Risk: High Violations (5): 1. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED: Observed chipped paint and rotted wood on storage rack above the dishwashing 3-compartment sink area.instructed to repair or replace the shelf and maintain. 2. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED: Instructed not to use grocery bags for food storage inside reach-in freezer. must use food grade storage bags or containers and maintain. 3. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN: Observed unused five door cooler in the rear kitchen prep area.instructed to repair or remove from the premises and maintain. 4. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED: Instructed to detail clean the kitchen exhaust hood/filters to remove excessive accumulation of grease build-up and maintain. 5. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING: Observed no food handler certificates provided on the premises.must show proof of training for all food handling employees. Address: 6924 W GRAND AVE

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