Chicago Inspection: TAMALES EXPRESS — Pass

Chicago CDPH · April 8, 2026

Result: Pass Type: Restaurant Risk: High Violations (5): 1. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE: Observed broken thermometers inside upright refrigeration units in front prep area. instructed to replace and maintain. 2. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED: Observed rusted shelving racks inside upright coca cola cooling equipment. instructed to resurface or replace to maintain in good repair. 3. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED: Observed garbage receptacle in womens toiletroom without covering. instructed to provide and maintain. 4. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN: Observed floors in rear prep area around all heavy cooking equipment and under 3 compartment sink in need of cleaning. instructed to provide and maintain floor. 5. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED: Observed inadequate lighting in rear prep area. instructed to replace burned out bulbs and maintain Address: 3802 W DIVERSEY AVE

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