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Velvet Taco

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DBA: Velvet Taco

2309 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

License #2652938โ€ขInspected 204 days ago
Current
0
Violations
40
Corrections
0
Inspections
8
Failures
3
Pests
1

Last Inspection

Sep 23, 2025Pass
No Violations

No Violations During This Inspection

Nearby Pest Activity

1 pest report within 100ft in the last 2 years
  • rat!
    82ft away ยท 311 Chicago ยท 1y ago

    Violation Categories

    ๐ŸงนFacility Maintenance & Cleanliness24
    ๐ŸดEquipment & Utensils18
    ๐Ÿ€Pest Activity12
    ๐ŸŒก๏ธFood Temperature & Holding8
    ๐ŸงผPersonal Hygiene & Handwashing5
    ๐ŸšฐPlumbing & Water3

    Inspection Timeline

    Jan 15, 20253 violationsFailed
    Sep 3, 20241 violation ยท 2 correctionsPass
    Apr 22, 20245 violationsFailed
    Nov 8, 2023No violationsPass

    +8 more inspections available

    Inspection data sourced from official Chicago health department records.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Has Velvet Taco passed its last health inspection?
    Yes, Velvet Taco passed its most recent health inspection on September 23, 2025.
    How many health violations does Velvet Taco have?
    Velvet Taco has 40 total health violations across 8 inspections on record.
    How often is Velvet Taco inspected?
    Velvet Taco has been inspected 8 times. Health inspections in Chicago are conducted by the local health department, typically 1-3 times per year.
    Has Velvet Taco ever failed a health inspection?
    Yes, Velvet Taco has failed 3 out of 8 health inspections (38% failure rate). However, the restaurant passed its most recent inspection.
    Does Velvet Taco have rats, cockroaches, or other pests?
    Velvet Taco has 1 pest-related citation on record from health inspections. Specific findings include: 1 rodent finding (rats or mice).
    Is Velvet Taco safe to eat at?
    Velvet Taco passed its most recent health inspection on September 23, 2025. The restaurant has 40 total violations across 8 inspections. Check the full inspection history for details.

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