What is EL Taco Sabroso #1 Inc's health inspection score?

EL Taco Sabroso #1 Inc has a SafeDine safety score of 92 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was EL Taco Sabroso #1 Inc last inspected?

EL Taco Sabroso #1 Inc was last inspected on January 29, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does EL Taco Sabroso #1 Inc have?

EL Taco Sabroso #1 Inc has 16 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is EL Taco Sabroso #1 Inc safe to eat at?

Yes, EL Taco Sabroso #1 Inc has an excellent safety record with a score of 92/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

What type of cuisine does EL Taco Sabroso #1 Inc serve?

EL Taco Sabroso #1 Inc serves Mexican cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

EL Taco Sabroso #1 Inc

Name: EL Taco Sabroso #1 Inc
Address: 8346 S PULASKI RD, Chicago, 60652
Rating: 92

8346 S PULASKI RD, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/29/2026

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0Excellent

Mexican•Chicago

Ranked #416 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 84% of mexican restaurants

Stable

5 inspections

Last: Jan 29, 2026

high confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

3.2

Avg Violations

4 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Facility conditionHigh Priority

Building maintenance or structural issues

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

-8

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-4 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-3 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

0 pts

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.

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Violation Timeline

Jun 2022

1 inspections

1 intermediate

2 basic

Jun

Jul 2023

1 inspections

3 high priority

3 basic

Sep 2024

1 inspections

2 basic

Sep

May 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

2 basic

Jan 2026

1 inspections

1 intermediate

1 basic

Jan

Inspection History

5 records on file

5 Canvass

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 Med1 Basic

2 total

93/100inspection score

−7 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
ALL BULK FOOD ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH PRODUCT NAME. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER THE 3 COMP SINK ALONG THE WALL BASE TO REMOVE DEBRIS.

Base deductions−7 pts

May 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med2 Basic

3 total

91/100inspection score

−9 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 1" GAP UNDER FRONT GLASS ENTRANCE DOOR ABOUT 1/2" GAP UNDER THE SECOND WHOTE ENTRANCE DOOR AND ABOUT 1/4" GAP UNDER THE CLEAR GLASS DOOR LEADING TO THE FRONT SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND SMALL DEBRIS UNDER THE SHELVING AS WELL AS UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED THE WALL TILE ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE TOILET ROOM IN THE REAR LOOSE AND SOME BROKEN FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF MAKING THE AREA EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−9 pts

Sep 24

Canvass InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
EXCESSIVE RUST ON EXTERIOR TOP OF GREASE INTERCEPTOR. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN. PAPER LINING SURROUNDING STEAM TABLE. INSTD TO REMOVE PAPER LINING SO AS SURFACE TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, AND EASILY CLEANABLE
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
MISSING PROPER STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER STOPPERS AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−4 pts

Jul 23

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

3 High3 Basic

6 total3 risk factors

49/100inspection score

−36 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUUNDATION VIOLATION.
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON THE PREMISES WHILE TCS FOODS SUCH AS CHICKEN, RICE, AND STEAK ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-012.
3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE WITH SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-010.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLE AND CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PLACE WIPE CLOTHS IN PROPER SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE BAGS BEING REUSED TO STORE RAW MEATS IN THE DEEP FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE BAGS TO STORE RAW MEATS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SPILLED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS THROUHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−36 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

Jun 22

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med2 Basic

3 total

91/100inspection score

−9 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
DRY INGREDIENTS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL CONTAINERS OF DRY GOODS AND MAINTAIN.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
SPLASHGUARD MISSING ON RIGHT SIDE OF HANDWASH SINK (COOLING FOOD IMMEDIATELY ADAJACENT TO). INSTD TO PROVIDE SPLASHGUARD AND MAINTAIN
43IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED−2
PLASTIC CUP STORED IN CORNMEAL. INSTD TO USE PROPER DISPENSING UTENSIL WITH HANDLE ABOVE FOOD.

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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