What is EL Patron A Modern Taqueria's health inspection score?

EL Patron A Modern Taqueria has a SafeDine safety score of 86 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was EL Patron A Modern Taqueria last inspected?

EL Patron A Modern Taqueria was last inspected on October 28, 2024. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does EL Patron A Modern Taqueria have?

EL Patron A Modern Taqueria has 12 total violations across 6 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is EL Patron A Modern Taqueria safe to eat at?

Yes, EL Patron A Modern Taqueria has an excellent safety record with a score of 86/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does EL Patron A Modern Taqueria serve?

EL Patron A Modern Taqueria serves Mexican cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

EL Patron A Modern Taqueria

Name: EL Patron A Modern Taqueria
Address: 6832 W ARCHER AVE, Chicago, 60638
Rating: 86

6832 W ARCHER AVE , Chicago

Data may be outdated — inspected 10/28/2024

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0Excellent

Mexican•Chicago

Ranked #960 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 84% of mexican restaurants

Stable

6 inspections

Last: Oct 28, 2024

low confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

33%

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

19 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Permit/documentation

Administrative or documentation issue

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Food storage

Food not properly stored or protected

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-20

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-18 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+4 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 80/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (86/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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Violation Timeline

Oct 2022

2 inspections

1 intermediate

2 basic

Oct

Apr 2023

1 inspections

4 basic

Apr 2024

1 inspections

4 basic

Apr

May 2024

1 inspections

1 basic

Oct 2024

1 inspections

Oct

Inspection History

6 records on file

4 Canvass2 Canvass Re-Inspection

Oct 24

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

May 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-202.15 OBSERVED CAN OPENER WITH BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−2 pts

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionFail

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED OUTSIDE OF BULK CONTAINERS HOLDING RICE, SUGAR, ETC. TO HAVE BUILD UP OF RESIDUE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CAN OPENER WITH BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED WATER BACKING UP AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM THE 2ND SINK BASIN, WATER BACKS UP INTO THE 1ST AND 3RD SINK BASINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR BEFORE RE-INSPECTION DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2574492 NOT CORRECTED; #39 OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED INSIDE REAR FURNACE ROOM/UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL FOOD ITEMS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION. #55 OBSERVED OPENINGS IN WALLS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS AND OUTLETS IN PREP AREAS. OBSERVED MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Base deductions−8 pts

Apr 23

Canvass InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED INSIDE REAR FURNACE ROOM/UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL FOOD ITEMS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED IN UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED SOUR CREAM CONTAINERS BEING REUSED FOR FOOD STORAGE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN AND PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED OPENINGS IN WALLS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS AND OUTLETS IN PREP AREAS. OBSERVED MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN ALL AREAS.

Base deductions−8 pts

Oct 22

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Oct 22

Canvass InspectionFail

1 Med2 Basic

3 total

91/100inspection score

−9 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

25CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD−5
MISSING DISCLOSURE FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE ON THE MENU WHICH FOODS (EX, EGGS, STEAK) 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 OR CONTAIN (OR MAY CONTAIN) RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS AND ALSO A 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

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
GROCERY BAGS BEING USED TO STORE RICE. INSTD TO STORE IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO MANAGERS. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE.

Base deductions−9 pts

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Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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