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LA AZTECA PALETERIA

Chicago Department of Public Health inspection history. 3018 W CERMAK RD, Chicago, IL 60623.

Latest result
Pass
Last inspection
August 21, 2026
1 inspection on file · 5 total violations

Violations on last inspection

  1. CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY: Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler and freezer. instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.
  2. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED: Observed milk crates used as shelving inside walk-in cooler and storage areas. instructed manager to provide adequate shelving for easy cleaning and pest control.
  3. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED: Observed ice buildup and loose panel near compressor inside walk-in freezer. instructed manager to repair and maintain.
  4. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED: Observed no covered waste receptacle inside washroom. instructed manager to provide covered receptacle inside washroom.
  5. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED: Observed no waste receptacles at handwashing sinks. instructed manager to provide waste receptacles in all areas waste is commonly discarded.

Full inspection history

August 21, 2026Pass
5 violations
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