ROSA ISELA TACOS Y MAS in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/19/25

CHICAGO, IL - ROSA ISELA TACOS Y MAS received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 08/19/2025.

Situated at 2551 W FULLERTON AVE, the establishment is part of Logan Square's active food service sector. The Logan Square area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation involved cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: 16. Food-contact Surfaces: Cleaned & Sanitized - Comments: Observed Ice Scooper Being Stored on the Top of the Ice Bin. Instructed on How to Properly Store Ice Scoop Between Uses.. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Cross-contamination from improperly sanitized equipment is a common cause of foodborne illness.

The second violation involved pest management. Inspectors documented: 38. Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed Pest Activity with Approx. 25-35 Small Flies Noted During Inspection. Small Fly Activity Was Noted Near Front Prep, Coffee Station, Dish, and Rear Storage. Instructed to Consult Pest Control As Additional Services Are Needed to Minimize or Eliminate Activity Before Re-inspection. Priority Foundation Violation #7-38-020(a). Citation Issued.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

The third violation concerned hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: 47. Food & Non-food Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed & Used - Comments: Observed 3-compartment Sink Stoppers Missingsink Stoppers. Instructed Manager Must Provide Working Stoppers at 3-compartment Sink.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The fourth violation concerned sanitization. Inspectors documented: 47. Food & Non-food Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed & Used - Comments: Observed the Interior and Exterior of the Microwave Not Clean. Instructed to Clean and Maintain at All T. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.

Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/19/2025 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.