Chicago Inspection: TAIPEI CAFE — Fail

Chicago CDPH · October 21, 2026

Result: Fail Type: Restaurant Risk: High Violations (4): 1. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT: Observed approximately 30 or more mice droppings and 15 small flies. found mice droppings on the floor in the following areas: in the rear dry storage area under the shelves and on the shelves, in the 2. CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY: Observed a bulk container of sauce not covered in the rear dry storage area. instructed to cover and maintain to prevent potential contamination. 3. CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY: Observed pots and containers of cooked and raw food on the floor. instructed to refrain from storing food on the floor and only on food contact surfaces. 4. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN: Observed the lower openings of the cooking equipment, shelves, and hot holding equipment with debris and not clean. instructed to clean and maintain. Address: 2609-2611 S HALSTED ST

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