RestaurantLicence 2437497

Manchamanteles

2003-2011 N Western Ave, Chicago 60647

Latest verdictNo verdictOct 6, 2026 · 8 days ago

Inspections14since Sep 14, 2022

Fail rate41.7%5 of 12 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

Pass58%
Conditional0%
Fail42%

14 inspections from 2022 to 2026 · hover a mark

2023202420252026

No verdictOct 6, 2026ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
PassSep 23, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  3-302.12 noted no labels for bulk storage containers (flour and rice). Instructed person in charge all bulk and working food ingredient containers must be labeled with contents name.
2. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.114 observed basement storage area cluttered and inaccesible for adequate cleaning. Instructed to organize all kitchenware and unused equipment, remove all unnecesary items stored and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent harboring spaces for pest. Must maintain premises.
FailSep 16, 2026ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Noted no labels for bulk storage containers (flour and rice). Instructed person in charge all bulk and working food ingredient containers must be labeled with contents name.
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed evidence of rodent activity on the premises. Observed approximately 40 mouse droppings in the following areas: on floor next to bar seating, on floor behind ice machine, behind storage rack, under handwashing sink near dishwasher, in corners throughout unused bar area and on floor of rear storage area. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
3. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed no splashguard between prep exposed hand sink and prep cooler/cutting board. Must install a washable splashguard.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed basement storage area cluttered and inaccesible for adequate cleaning. Instructed to organize all kitchenware and unused equipment, remove all unnecesary items stored and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent harboring spaces for pest. Must maintain premises.
PassMay 13, 2026Short Form ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.114 observed basement storage area cluttered and inaccesible for adequate cleaning. Instructed to organize all kitchenware and unused equipment, remove all unnecesary items stored and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent harboring spaces for pest.must maintain premise
PassApr 16, 2026Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.114 observed basement storage area cluttered and inaccesible for adequate cleaning. Instructed to organize all kitchenware and unused equipment, remove all unnecesary items stored and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent harboring spaces for pest.must maintain premise.
FailApr 9, 2026ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Observed broken thermometers for walk in coolers, instructed to provide and maintain to monitor equipment temperatures.
2. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed bulk containers stored in rear storage room without labels. Instructed to provide for all working ingredients removed from original packaging.
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed evidence of approximately 80 large rodent droppings in the following areas throughout facility, they are as follows: in large dining room scattered along side seating on south wall in between floor and wall, in unused bar under equipment, in prep area behind freezer and rolling cart storing blenders , in dry storage scattered under wired storage carts containing rice, seasonings etc, on brick ledge located behind prep table and ice machine , under 3 compartment sink (rinse basin), in office space under desk and in corners, in basment under wired rack storing toxic materials, on stored unused equipment(sternons, speed racks,. Recommended to contact pest control for additional service prior to reinspection, remove all said rodent droppings, clean and sanitize said areas.priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.
4. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed food (rice, beans, flour) stored on floor in dry storage area. Instructed to elevate to prevent possible contamination and maintain.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed basement storage area cluttered and inaccesible for adequate cleaning. Instructed to organize all kitchenware and unused equipment, remove all unnecesary items stored and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent harboring spaces for pest.must maintain premise.
PassSep 17, 2025Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-202.13: **c** insect control devices, design and installation noted electric fly trap hanging directly above prep table in prep area behind counter. According to food code: insect control devices shall be installed so that the devices are not located over a food preparation area. Must relocate existing fly trap devices in direct violation of this rule.
2. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-202.16: **c** nonfood-contact surfaces observed rusted storage racks in reach-in cooler, after hot holding in rear prep. Instructed surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-602.13: nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed the interior of the reach in coolers in need of cleaning. Instructed to detail clean.
4. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  5-204.12: **c** backflow prevention device, location (no backflow device) observed no backflow preventer device on the utility sink in dish instructed to install to ensure device can be located, serviced, and maintained.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.11: **c** maintained in good repair, facilities (facilities not in good repair) observed 3 compartment sink leaking from draining pipes, instructed to repair and maintain.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.12: **c** cleaning, frequency and restrictions observed loose debris, dirt and dust buildup on the floors and corners throughout the facility. Instructed to detail clean and increase cleaning frequency of floors. Must maintain at all times.
FailSep 10, 2025CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed ice machine located in the rear prep with a build-up of pink and black slime mold-like substance, dripping onto ice cubes stored below the ice bin. Ice is used for human consumption. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005.citation issued
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Noted electric fly trap hanging directly above prep table in prep area behind counter. According to food code: insect control devices shall be installed so that the devices are not located over a food preparation area. Must relocate existing fly trap devices in direct violation of this rule.
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed rusted storage racks in reach-in cooler, after hot holding in rear prep. Instructed surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
4. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed the interior of the reach in coolers in need of cleaning. Instructed to detail clean.
5. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed no backflow preventer device on the utility sink in dish instructed to install to ensure device can be located, serviced, and maintained.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed 3 compartment sink leaking from draining pipes, instructed to repair and maintain.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed loose debris, dirt and dust buildup on the floors and corners throughout the facility. Instructed to detail clean and increase cleaning frequency of floors. Must maintain at all times.
PassSep 20, 2024CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Found no handwashing signs at sinks by bar.must provide.
2. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Found no backflow prevention devices at espresso/drip coffee machine water lines.must provide where it can be located and serviced.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found basement storage with clutter.must clean and organize.
PassOct 25, 2023CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Clean the top of the dish machine.
2. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Repair the left sink stopper for the 3 compartment sink in the food prep area so that the basin can hold water.
No verdictOct 4, 2023Non-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
PassSep 30, 2022Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
FailSep 28, 2022Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.114 observed excessive clutter and unused items stored in the basement. Management instructed to remove items to provide access to all areas of the basement and store remaining items off of the floor and away from walls.
2. 58
  Allergen training as required
  2-102.13 observed the certified food manager without an allergen training certificate. Management instructed that all certified food managers must show proof of training.
3. 59
  Previous priority foundation violation corrected
  8-404.13(b)(3) previous priority foundation violation from report #2563691 on 9/14/22 not corrected: 38 - observed live small flying insects in the food prep areas. Observed approximately 60 live small flying insects on the walls and ceiling of the dish washing area, behind the main bar, and in the storage area. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate all pest activity. Priority violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.
FailSep 14, 2022ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside of the line prep cooler and walk-in meat cooler. Observed eggs at 48.4f, beef at 49.1f, chicken at 47.8f, salsa at 49f, and sour cream at 44.1f. Management instructed to discard all foods at improper temperatures. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed the walk-in meat cooler with an air temperature of 50f inside of the unit. The cooler was used to store tcs foods such at salsas and raw meat. Management instructed to repair and maintain the cooler below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed evidence of rodents and live small flying insects in the food prep areas. Observed approximately 50 rat droppings on the dry storage shelf next to the ice machine, on the ground behind the hot water heater and in the utility closet. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas. Also observed approximately 40 live small flying insects on the walls of the dish washing area, behind the main bar, and in the storage area. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate all pest activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
4. 43
  In-use utensils: properly stored
  Observed the ice scoop stored inside of the ice bin. Management instructed to store the ice scoop outside of the ice bin to prevent contamination.
5. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Repair the drain line water leak beneath the 3 compartment sink in the dish washing area.
6. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no covered waste receptacle in either of the 3 women's washrooms. Management instructed to provide a covered waste receptacle in all women's washrooms.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Replace the missing ceiling tiles above the food prep/dish washing area.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed excessive clutter and unused items stored in the basement. Management instructed to remove items to provide access to all areas of the basement and store remaining items off of the floor and away from walls.
9. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed several food handling employees without a food handler certificate. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.
10. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed the certified food manager without an allergen training certificate. Management instructed that all certified food managers must show proof of training.

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

5513×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
385×
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
515×
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
373×
Food properly labeled; original container
493×
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
392×
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
472×
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
582×
Allergen training as required

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 2437497 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.