Grocery StoreLicence 8475

Carniceria Aguacalientes

3132 W 26th St, Chicago 60623

Latest verdictPassJul 6, 2026 · 3 months ago

Inspections10since Nov 21, 2022

Fail rate50.0%5 of 10 verdictscitywide 22.4% · above average

City risk ratingHigh riskWhat this kind of business could do if it went wrong — not a grade it earned.

Read the pairs, not the count. A failure is normally followed within days by a re-inspection, and that re-inspection is a second row here. On the timeline below they sit almost on top of each other — one bad day, two marks.

The whole record

Pass50%
Conditional0%
Fail50%

10 inspections from 2022 to 2026 · hover a mark

2023202420252026

PassJul 6, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 43
  In-use utensils: properly stored
  3-304.12 observed styrofoam cup and bowl used as dispensing utensils. Instructed manager to provide long handle dispensing utensils to protect food from contamination. Observed ice scoop handle laying on ice inside ice machine. Instructed manager to properly store ice scoop handle upright to prevent contamination.
2. 44
  Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  4-903.11 (a;b;d): observed large multi-use pots stored on floor in rear prep area. Instructed manager to re-wash, rinse, sanitize all multi-use equipment and elevate all multi-use equipment and utensils off floor.
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-501.11 observed damaged door gaskets on liquor walk-in cooler door and reach-in cooler along east wall in sales area. Observed ice buildup in chest freezers in second floor storage area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
4. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  4-603.15 observed several large pots, containers and equipment too large to submerge in 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to provide alternative method to properly, wash, rinse and sanitize all large equipment.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.11 observed missing grout on floor tiles and damaged floor tiles near rear exit door in kitchen. Observed missing ceiling tiles in second floor storage area. Instructed manager to repair/replace all missing and damaged floor and ceiling tiles.
6. 58
  Allergen training as required
  2-102.13 observed no allergen training for certified manager. All certified managers must provide allergen training.
FailJun 25, 2026ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Observed no person in charge with valid Chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed no Chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid certificate posted when cooked beef (173.5f) prepared and served. A Chicago food sanitation manager must be on site at all times tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued
3. 6
  Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
  Observed open cup of coffee on prep table in meat prep area. Instructed manager to provide closed lid containers for employee beverages.
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no handwashing signs at handwashing sinks in staff and customer washrooms. Instructed manager to provide handwashing signs at all handwashing sinks used by employees.
5. 15
  Food separated and protected
  Observed uncovered raw beef stored above uncovered cooked pork in walk-in cooler, uncovered raw fish stored next to uncovered cooked vegetables in reach-in cooler. Food shall be separated and protected from cross contamination during storage. Priority 7-38-005 citation issued
6. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed bulk seasonings not labeled in meat prep area. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.
7. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed insect control devices hanging from ceiling meat prep area. Instructed manager to remove all insect control devices from meat prep area.
8. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler and storage areas. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.
9. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed bulk containers and food items not covered in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to cover all food items to prevent contamination.
10. 41
  Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables in hot food and meat prep areas. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing soltuion between uses.
11. 43
  In-use utensils: properly stored
  Observed styrofoam cup and bowl used as dispensing utensils. Instructed manager to provide long handle dispensing utensils to protect food from contamination. Observed ice scoop handle laying on ice inside ice machine. Instructed manager to properly store ice scoop handle upright to prevent contamination.
12. 44
  Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  Observed large multi-use pots stored on floor in rear prep area. Instructed manager to re-wash, rinse, sanitize all multi-use equipment and elevate all multi-use equipment and utensils off floor.
13. +13 more
PassApr 16, 2026CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 6
  Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
  Observed open drinks stored on prep table in rear kitchen. Instructed manager to provide closed lid containers for employee beverages.
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no handwashing signs at handwashing sinks in staff and customer washrooms. Instructed manager to provide handwashing signs at all handwashing sinks used by employees.
3. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed bulk seasonings not labeled in meat prep area. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed insect control devices hanging from ceiling meat prep area. Instructed manager to remove all insect control devices from meat prep area.
5. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler and storage areas. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.
6. 43
  In-use utensils: properly stored
  Observed styrofoam cup and bowl used as dispensing utensils. Instructed manager to provide long handle dispensing utensils to protect food from contamination. Observed ice scoop handle laying on ice inside ice machine. Instructed manager to properly store ice scoop handle upright to prevent contamination.
7. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed rust deposits on interior and exterior surfaces of ice machine in second floor storage. Observed damaged door gaskets on liquor walk-in cooler door and reach-in cooler along east wall in sales area. Observed ice buildup in chest freezers in second floor storage area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
8. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed wood surfaces on multi-use equipment storage shelving. Instructed manager to seal all raw wood surfaces and maintain.
9. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  Observed several large pots, containers and equipment too large to submerge in 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to provide alternative method to properly, wash, rinse and sanitize all large equipment.
10. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed stripped faucet handle on 3-compartment sink in meat prep area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
11. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no covered receptacle in women and unisex staff washrooms. Instructed manager to provide covered receptacle in all women and unisex staff washrooms.
12. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed missing grout on floor tiles and damaged floor tiles near rear exit door in kitchen. Observed missing ceiling tiles in second floor storage area. Instructed manager to repair/replace all missing and damaged floor and ceiling tiles.
13. +1 more
PassOct 29, 2025CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed opening at the front doors in the corners. Must seal to prevent possible entry points for pests.
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed the front display freezer with ice build up. Must defrost and clean.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Floors inside the walk in cooler needs cleaning to remove spills and/or debris.
4. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed the front filter above the fry is dirty. Must clean the remove debris.
5. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed the certified manager on duty without her allergen training. Instructed to provide and maintain onsite as required.
PassDec 2, 2024Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
FailNov 25, 2024CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed tcs foods held at improper internal temperatures in the front display cold holding unit, such as 10lbs of beef at 50.2f 10lbs of chicken at 49.8f. The manager discarded and denatured a total of 20 lbs at $200. All cold tcs food must maintain 41f or below. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005.
2. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  Observed food handlers prepping food without hair restraints. Instructed person in charge that all food handlers must wear a hair restraint.
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed milk crates being used as shelving throughout the prep and storage areas. Must remove and provide shelving that is 6" off the floor and provides floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.
4. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed cutting boards in the front prep area with open seams and dark stains. Instructed to refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards and maintain at all times.
5. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed outside dumpster with missing lids. Instructed to correct, replace, and maintain to ensure tight-fitting lids. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(b). Citation issued.
PassNov 20, 2023Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  3-307.11: missing splashguard inbetween handwash and prep sink in bar area. Instd to provide and maintain
2. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  5-205.15: leak at pipe underneath prep sink in bar area. Instd to repair and maintain
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-201.11 large section of missing tiles on floor in meat/deli area. Instd to repair so as surface to be even, smooth, easily cleanable and maintain
4. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13: all food handler training certifications are expired. Instd to provide valid food handler training for all and maintain
FailNov 13, 2023CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  All handwash sinks through out missing handwash signage. Instd to provide handwash signage and maintain
2. 25
  Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
  Missing disclosure for consumer advisory on the menu. Instructed to disclose on the menu which foods (eggs, steak, oysters, ceviche) are raw and/or can be ordered under cooked/cooked to order with an asterisk next to those specific items; and then by asterisking them to a footnote that states "these items are served raw or undercooked". Provide this footnote above the reminder statement such as "consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions" priority violation 7-38-005
3. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Missing splashguard inbetween handwash and prep sink in bar area. Instd to provide and maintain
4. 44
  Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  Clean multi use plates and bowls not being air dried as required. Observed water accumulation on plates and bowls on storage shelf. Instd to store such multi use equipment in a self-draining position that allows air drying.
5. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Leak at pipe underneath prep sink in bar area. Instd to repair and maintain
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Large section of missing tiles on floor in meat/deli area. Instd to repair so as surface to be even, smooth, easily cleanable and maintain
7. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  All food handler training certifications are expired. Instd to provide valid food handler training for all and maintain
FailDec 1, 2022Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 44
  Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  Observed utensils for portioning (bowls, spoons, containers) stored inside food items. Instructed person in charge to remove and store properly.
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed excessive build up of grime and food debris on gaskets of coolers in front cooking area and rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain.
3. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no covered receptacle in women's washroom. Instructed person in charge to provide covered receptacle for sanitary products in women's washroom and maintain.
4. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed no certificate for allergen training on site for certified manager. Instructed person in charge to obtain allergen training and retain certification on site.
5. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Observed previous core violations from report # 2531512 dated:9/16/2021; #47 cutting boards at front cooking prep area heavily stained and with deep, dark grooves. Instd to replace boards and maintain same. #51 preparation/dump sink missing in bar area. Instd to provide same and maintain. #55 floor in grocery section in aisles with raw concrete and uneven surfaces. Floor in front of walk in cooler with missing tiles. Instd to repair floor through out so as to be a non porous, smooth, even, easily cleanable surface. Missing and stained ceiling tiles in rear prep areas. Instd to replace and maintain. Wall base through rear in disrepair not tight fitting to wall. Instd to repair wallbase/coving and maintain. Instructed person in charge to come into compliance with all previous violations and maintain. Priority foundation 7-42-090.
FailNov 21, 2022CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  Observed no signed employee health policies on site for foodhandler employees at time of inspection. Sample provided during inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-010. Citation issued.
2. 44
  Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  Observed utensils for portioning (bowls, spoons, containers) stored inside food items. Instructed person in charge to remove and store properly.
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed excessive build up of grime and food debris on gaskets of coolers in front cooking area and rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain.
4. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no covered receptacle in women's washroom. Instructed person in charge to provide covered receptacle for sanitary products in women's washroom and maintain.
5. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed no certificate for allergen training on site for certified manager. Instructed person in charge to obtain allergen training and retain certification on site.
6. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Observed previous core violations from report # 2531512 dated:9/16/2021; #47 cutting boards at front cooking prep area heavily stained and with deep, dark grooves. Instd to replace boards and maintain same. #51 preparation/dump sink missing in bar area. Instd to provide same and maintain. #55 floor in grocery section in aisles with raw concrete and uneven surfaces. Floor in front of walk in cooler with missing tiles. Instd to repair floor through out so as to be a non porous, smooth, even, easily cleanable surface. Missing and stained ceiling tiles in rear prep areas. Instd to replace and maintain. Wall base through rear in disrepair not tight fitting to wall. Instd to repair wallbase/coving and maintain. Instructed person in charge to come into compliance with all previous violations and maintain. Priority foundation 7-42-090. Citation issued.

Fails sit above the line, passes below. Every inspection the city has published for this licence.

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What it gets cited for

478×
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
556×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
445×
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
585×
Allergen training as required
395×
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
515×
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
534×
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
433×
In-use utensils: properly stored

Counted across every inspection on record here. A code that keeps coming back is the more telling signal.

Source

Published by the Chicago Department of Public Health as Food Inspections, updated weekly. This page shows every row the city holds under licence 8475 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.