Chicago Inspection: TACOS Y TAMALES EL POLLO. — Fail

Chicago CDPH · August 4, 2026

Result: Fail Type: Restaurant Risk: High Violations (12): 1. TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED: 7-202.129c) observed boric acid on floor along walls and corners in prep area and open bait on floor in prep and basement areas. instructed manager to remove. restricted use pesticides shall be applie 2. FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER: 3-302.12 observed bulk containers not labeled in prep area. instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food. 3. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT: 6-202.15 observed 1/4" gap at bottom of front and rear door. instructed manager to seal all outer openings on door to prevent pest entry. 4. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT: 6-501.112 observed dead roaches on walls behind signage above 3-compartment sink, floor and equipment in rear prep area. observed dead mouse on floor under chairs along west wall in basement area. ins 5. IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED: 3-304.12 observed bowls and cups used as dispensing utensils. instructed manager to provide long handle dispensing utensils with handle above food to prevent contamination. (+7 more) Address: 4014 W 26TH ST

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