Chicago Inspection: ZOCALO — Fail

Chicago CDPH · August 20, 2026

Result: Fail Type: Restaurant Risk: High Violations (6): 1. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE: Observed no city of chicago certified food manager on site during time of inspection while preparing diced tomatoes, chorizo, eggs. instructed to provide and maintain at least one cfm while operating. 2. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED: Observed internal surfaces of ice bin with patches of mold like build-up inside machine where ice used for human consumption is stored. instructed to clean foor contact surfaces and maintain. priority 3. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE: Unable to locate thermometers inside cooling units located in prep. instructed to provide and maintain. 4. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN: Observed internal surfaces of cooling unit in bar and upright cooler in rear prep area.instructed to clean and sanitize surfaces and maintain. 5. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN: Observed space behind black curtains used for dry storage with items stored improperly. instructed to provide smooth and easily cleanable to elevate items at least 6 inches off floor. (+1 more) Address: 1438 W CHICAGO AVE

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