CHICAGO, IL - Food safety inspectors found regulatory violations at Super Mercado El Guerro during an inspection on 07/25/2025.
The popular restaurant is located at 1701 W 47Th Street in Chicago's New City district, serving local residents and visitors.
According to inspection records: "Observed 4 whole rotissierie chickens at improper hot holding temperatures during time of inspection. 005." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.
Health department officials noted violations related to sanitation, which require attention for public health compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The FDA Sanitation Standards clearly states that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance.
The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines clearly states that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks.
The inspection identified violations related to hand washing, an important area of food safety.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive hand washing practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Proper hand hygiene represents the single most effective method for preventing cross-contamination in food service. The Chicago Health Department Requirements offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
Among the findings were infractions involving temperature control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Professional food safety experts consider temperature monitoring essential for preventing foodborne illness Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that The FDA requires continuous temperature monitoring for all potentially hazardous foods in commercial kitchens. Per HACCP Temperature Monitoring, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
Regular health inspections serve as critical safeguards for public health in Chicago's dining landscape. Transparency in reporting inspection findings ensures that community members can make informed decisions about their dining options.
| Inspection ID | 2621259 |
| DBA Name | SUPER MERCADO EL GUERRO |
| AKA Name | SUPER MERCADO EL GUERRO |
| License # | 7546 |
| Facility Type | Grocery Store |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 1701 W 47TH ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60609 |
| Inspection Date | 07/25/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 21. PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED 4 WHOLE ROTISSIERIE CHICKENS AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED TEMPERATURED RANGING BETWEEN 100-120F. SAID PRODUCT IS STORED INSIDE HOT HOLD UNIT IN REAR PREP/DELI AREA. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.PIC DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. | 22. PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 9 LBS OF CHORIZO AND PORK SAUSAGES INSIDE COLD HOLD UNIT @52F. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL COLD TCS FOODS @41F AND BELOW AND MAINTAIN. PIC DISCARDED PRODUCT AT THIS TIME.PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION. | 33. PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED COOLING UNIT LOCATED IN REAR PREP/DELI AREA AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES WHILE STORING TCS FOODS INSIDE (CHORIZO |
| & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments | OBSERVED DEAD MOUSE IN DRY STORAGE NEXT TO ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE |
| CLEAN AND SANITIZE. | 40. PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments | OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER WITH LONG BEARD WITHOUT EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINT. INSRRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. | 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS AND TRASH THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA UNDER EQUIPMENT |
| Latitude | 41.80847123830699 |
| Longitude | -87.66745451329435 |
| Location | (41.80847123830699 |
This inspection was conducted on July 25, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: sanitation, pest-control, hand-washing, temperature-control.
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the Chicago Department of Public Health . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
