What is Taqueria Amigo Chino 2's health inspection score?

Taqueria Amigo Chino 2 has a SafeDine safety score of 94 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Taqueria Amigo Chino 2 last inspected?

Taqueria Amigo Chino 2 was last inspected on November 25, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Taqueria Amigo Chino 2 have?

Taqueria Amigo Chino 2 has 13 total violations across 4 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Taqueria Amigo Chino 2 safe to eat at?

Yes, Taqueria Amigo Chino 2 has an excellent safety record with a score of 94/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

Official Health Record

Taqueria Amigo Chino 2

Name: Taqueria Amigo Chino 2
Address: 5959 W LAWRENCE AVE, Chicago, 60630
Rating: 94

5959 W LAWRENCE AVE, Chicago

Last Inspected: 11/25/2025

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0Excellent

Chicago

Ranked #995 of 1000 in Chicago

Improving

4 inspections

Last: Nov 25, 2025

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

25%

Clean Rate

3.3

Avg Violations

5 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Other violation

Regulatory compliance issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-6

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-0 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-4 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

+9 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

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.

Location

5959 W LAWRENCE AVE, Chicago, IL 60630

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Violation Timeline

Feb 2023

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 basic

Feb

Jan 2024

1 inspections

4 basic

Jan 2025

1 inspections

6 basic

Jan

Nov 2025

1 inspections

Inspection History

4 records on file

4 Canvass

Nov 25

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jan 25

Canvass InspectionPass

6 Basic

6 total

88/100inspection score

−12 pts

Basic (6)

−12 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FROZEN CONDENSATE ON FOOD PRODUCT IN WALK IN FREEZER IN BASEMENT. DEFROST WALK IN FREEZER REMOVE EXCESS FROZEN CONDENSATE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED INTERIOR OF REACH IN CHEST FREEZER UNCLEAN WITH FOOD SPILLS. CLEAN AND MAINTIAN REACH IN CHEST FREEZER ON FIRST FLOOR.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION ON THE INTERIOR OF FRYOLATORS. MUST DEGREASE FRYLOATORS AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED CARBOARD BEING USED TO LINE REAR REAR OF PREP AREA LEADING TO THE EXIT ON FIRST FLOOR. CARDBOARD MAY NOT BE USED AND MUST BE REMOVED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN NON WORKING CONDITION IN MAIN COOKING AREA. COOLER MUST BE REPAIRED AND MAINTAINED OR REMOVED FROM PREMISES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED NON WORKING WALK IN COOLER ON FIRST FLOOR NEEDS TO BE KEPT CLEAN AND ORGANIZED. IF FORMER WALK IN COOLER IS TO BE USED FOR FOOD AND FOOD RELATED ITEMS REMOVE ALL NON FOOD RELATED ITEMS INCLUDING TOOLS AND FAN. ORGANIZE ALL REMAINING DRY STORAGE ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−12 pts

Jan 24

Canvass InspectionPass

4 Basic

4 total

92/100inspection score

−8 pts

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED BULK FOOD CONTAINERS ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED BASEMENT STORAGE AREA WITH CLUTTER AND ITEMS ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ORGANIZE BASEMENT STROAGE AREA AND KEEP ITEMS ELEVEATED OFF OF FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED MULTIPLE CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS WITHOUT ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING CERTIFICATES AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENSURE THAT ANY INDIVIDUAL THAT HAS A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE OBTAINS ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.

Base deductions−8 pts

Feb 23

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High2 Basic

3 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

18PROPER COOKING TIME & TEMPERATURES−10
OBSERVED IMPROPER COOKING OF RAW ANIMAL PRODUCT. TEMPERATURE OF EL PASTOR ON SPIT MEASURED AT 70 F UPON ARRIVAL. EMPLOYEE HAD MACHINE TURNED OFF STATING PRODUCT HAD BURNED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CUT MEAT AS IT COOKS AND TO LEAVE SPIT ON IN ORDER TO AVOID DANGEROUS FOOD TEMPERATURES. MANAGER DISCARDED 20 POUNDS EL PASTOR ($300) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTY RACKS IN BEVERAGE COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE RACKS WITH CORROSION RESISTANT, NON-ABSORBANT AND EASILY CLEANABLE MATERIAL.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED POTS TOO LARGE FOR A 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CREATE ALTERNATIVE PROCEEDURE FOR CLEANING SAID DISHES.

Base deductions−14 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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