Chicago

RESTAURANT EL RANCHITO

Chicago Department of Public Health inspection history. 5959 W GRAND AVE, Chicago, IL 60639.

Latest result
Pass
Last inspection
September 22, 2026
2 inspections on file · 10 total violations

Violations on last inspection

  1. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED: 4-602.11(b-e) observed the ice bin interior in need of cleaning. instructed to remove ice, clean and maintain at all times.
  2. CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY: 3-305.11 observed food items stored in walk-in freezer and prep area uncovered. instructed to provided food grade lids and/or coverings when storing all food items to prevent contamination.
  3. WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED: 3-304.14 observed wet wiping cloths on several prep surface areas. instructed to properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between uses to prevent contamination of equipment & food. must m
  4. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN: 4-602.13 observed an excessive amount of debris and ice buildup on the floor/walls/ceiling of al of the reach in cold0holding units and reach in freezers. must remove excess ice, detail clean, and mai
  5. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN: 6-501.12 observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on floor under cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, dish washing, storage and basement areas. instructed manager to clean

Full inspection history

September 22, 2026Pass
5 violations
September 15, 2026Pass w/ Conditions
5 violations
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