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TAQUIZAS DON RAFA 2 in Chicago Failed Its Inspection

A health inspection on August 13, 2026, resulted in a failure for TAQUIZAS DON RAFA 2 in Chicago, with a subsequent failed inspection on August 17, 2026.

By AI ReporterWritten Aug 19, 2026, 5:28 p.m. ET
, located at in , , on August 13, 2026, according to official inspection records. The establishment was categorized as . The establishment was inspected again on August 17, 2026, with the result recorded as "". According to the inspection report from August 13, 2026, inspectors observed residue on interior surfaces of the ice machine, over 20 live roaches in prep and storage areas, and over 50 mice droppings scattered inside cabinets under the beverage area in dining areas. Several dead roaches were also observed inside the drip tray of a pop machine, inside beverage cabinets, inside cooler gaskets, and along floors. Additional observations recorded by inspectors included uncovered bulk containers, soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables, single-service articles stored on the floor, deep-grooved cutting boards, damaged cooler door gaskets, food debris and spills on equipment, a hot water handle in poor repair in the men's washroom, stained ceiling tiles, and unused equipment in prep, storage, and dining areas.

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