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EL Taco Express

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DBA: EL Taco Express

8548 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60617

Restaurantโ€ขLicense #2887006โ€ขInspected 95 days agoโ€ข
Current
0
Violations
51
Corrections
0
Inspections
7
Failures
2
Pests
2

Last Inspection

Mar 3, 2026Pass
No Violations

No Violations During This Inspection

Nearby Pest Activity

1 pest report within 100ft in the last 2 years
  • flies!
    0ft away ยท 311 ยท 1y ago

Inspection Timeline

    Inspection data sourced from official Chicago health department records.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Has EL Taco Express passed its last health inspection?
    Yes, EL Taco Express passed its most recent health inspection on March 3, 2026.
    How many health violations does EL Taco Express have?
    EL Taco Express has 51 total health violations across 7 inspections on record.
    How often is EL Taco Express inspected?
    EL Taco Express has been inspected 7 times. Health inspections in Chicago are conducted by the local health department, typically 1-3 times per year.
    Has EL Taco Express ever failed a health inspection?
    Yes, EL Taco Express has failed 2 out of 7 health inspections (29% failure rate). However, the restaurant passed its most recent inspection.
    Does EL Taco Express have rats, cockroaches, or other pests?
    EL Taco Express has 2 pest-related citations on record from health inspections. Specific findings include: 2 rodent findings (rats or mice), 1 fly or insect finding.
    Is EL Taco Express safe to eat at?
    EL Taco Express passed its most recent health inspection on March 3, 2026. The restaurant has 51 total violations across 7 inspections. Check the full inspection history for details.

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