What is Taco Pros's health inspection score?

Taco Pros has a SafeDine safety score of 68 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Taco Pros last inspected?

Taco Pros was last inspected on January 12, 2026. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Taco Pros have?

Taco Pros has 34 total violations across 9 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Taco Pros safe to eat at?

Taco Pros has a safety score of 68/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Taco Pros serve?

Taco Pros serves Mexican cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Taco Pros

Name: Taco Pros
Address: 2200 W TAYLOR, Chicago, 60612
Rating: 68

2200 W TAYLOR, Chicago

Last Inspected: 1/12/2026

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0Fair

Mexican•Near West Side

Ranked #154 of 196 in Near West SideBetter than 80% of mexican restaurants

Declining

9 inspections

Last: Jan 12, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

11%

Clean Rate

3.8

Avg Violations

3 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Employee illnessHigh Priority

Sick employee handling food — illness transmission risk

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Facility condition

Building maintenance or structural issues

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-32

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-8 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-2 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-20 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.

Location

2200 W TAYLOR, Chicago, IL 60612

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Violation Timeline

Aug 2023

2 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

9 basic

Aug

Apr 2024

1 inspections

2 intermediate

1 basic

May 2024

1 inspections

May

Feb 2025

2 inspections

2 intermediate

7 basic

Dec 2025

2 inspections

3 intermediate

3 basic

Dec

Jan 2026

1 inspections

2 high priority

2 intermediate

1 basic

Inspection History

9 records on file

5 Canvass4 Canvass Re-Inspection

Jan 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

2 High2 Med1 Basic

5 total2 risk factors

58/100inspection score

−32 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012, CITATION ISSUED
5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

35APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED−5
OBSERVED IMPROPER THAWING OF TCS FOOD ITEMS. FOUND PACKAGES OF CHICKEN AND SHRIMP IN STILL WATER IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER THAWING METHODS SUCH AS PLACING FOOD IN THE COOLER OVERNIGHT, OR UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.15 OBSERVED GAPS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT AND REAR DOORS. MUST PROPERLY SEAL TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS

Basic (1)

−2 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5-205.15 OBSERVED THE SPRAYER AT THE 3 COMP SINK IN POOR REPAIR AND A LEAK AROUND THE GREASE TRAP. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−32 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Dec 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Med1 Basic

2 total

93/100inspection score

−7 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.15 OBSERVED GAPS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT AND REAR DOORS. MUST PROPERLY SEAL TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS

Basic (1)

−2 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5-205.15 OBSERVED THE SPRAYER AT THE 3 COMP SINK IN POOR REPAIR AND A LEAK AROUND THE GREASE TRAP. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−7 pts

Dec 25

Canvass InspectionFail

2 Med2 Basic

4 total

86/100inspection score

−14 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 5 RAT DROPPINGS SCATTTERD ON THE FLOOR AT THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER UNDERNEATH WHERE POP STATION IS STORED. ALSO 10 RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERD ON THE FLOOR BESIDE THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020(A).
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED GAPS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT AND REAR DOORS. MUST PROPERLY SEAL TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.

Basic (2)

−4 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED THE SPRAYER AT THE 3 COMP SINK IN POOR REPAIR AND A LEAK AROUND THE GREASE TRAP. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
FLOORS NEED CLEAN WHERE DROPPINGS WERE NOTED AND CLEAN THE SHELVING UNDERNEATH THE GRILL TO REMOVE DEBRIS.

Base deductions−14 pts

Feb 25

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
3-307.11 MUST INSTALL A SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AND THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5-205.15 OBSERVED THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING AT THE DRAIN LINE BENEATH THE SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE SOURCE OF THE LEAK.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.11 SCRAPE AND REPAINT THE CHIPPED PAINT AND REPAIR THE WALLS AROUND THE MOP SINK.

Base deductions−6 pts

Feb 25

Canvass InspectionFail

2 Med4 Basic

6 total

82/100inspection score

−18 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

28TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED−5
OBSERVED IMPROPER STORAGE OF TOXIC SUBSTANCES IN THE BASEMENT. OBSERVED MULTIPLE RAT POISON BLOCKS STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL RODENT POISON MUST BE CONTAINED IN A COVERED, TAMPER-RESISTANT BAIT STATION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-015. CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROX. 100 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AND PERIMETER LEDGES IN THE BASEMENT AND UNDER EQUIPMENT IN THE CORNER OF THE BASEMENT. 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 VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
MUST INSTALL A SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AND THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING AT THE DRAIN LINE BENEATH THE SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE SOURCE OF THE LEAK.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
REMOVE THE EXCESS CLUTTER AND EQUIPMENT FROM THE CORNER OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA TO ELIMINATE PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
SCRAPE AND REPAINT THE CHIPPED PAINT AND REPAIR THE WALLS AROUND THE MOP SINK.

Base deductions−18 pts

May 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionFail

2 Med1 Basic

3 total

88/100inspection score

−12 pts

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR TO BE IMPROPER: COOKED BEANS AT 66.4F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 20 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $55.0 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVEDPEST ACTIVITY. APPROXIMATELY 15-20 MOUSE DROPPINGS, ONE LIVE AND 5-6 DEAD COCKROACHES IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA BEHIND COOLER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND DEAD COCROACHES, RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE, AND MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
NOTED THE FOLLOWING: GREASY FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES WITH DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS, INCLUDING LIVE AND DEAD ROACHES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ESPECIALLY AREAS WITH PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST UPGRADE HOUSEKEEPING.

Base deductions−12 pts

Aug 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEADS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.

Base deductions−6 pts

Aug 23

Canvass InspectionFail

1 High1 Med6 Basic

8 total1 risk factor

68/100inspection score

−27 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED (SUCH AS CHICKEN). INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED MUST POST A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15-20 RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE, AND MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (6)

−12 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED NO CHLORINE OR QUATS SANITIZER TESTING DEVICES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEADS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−27 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 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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