3714 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
North SideTriggered by a public complaint about this restaurant.
Approximately 100 mouse droppings found throughout basement areas including prep tables.
We flagged this inspection for serious public health concerns.
Key findings are derived directly from the inspector's notes from the Chicago Department of Public Health. See the full violation notes below.
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OBSERVED APPROX. 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT OFFICE, FLOOR OF THE HVAC CLOSET NEXT TO THE WASHROOMS, BASEMENT STORAGE CLOSET AND ON THE PREP TABLE USED AS STORAGE IN THE REAR CORNER OF THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS BY A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE. OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE TOUCH A TORTILLA WHILE PREPARING A TACO WITH THEIR BARE HANDS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT NO BARE HAND CONTACT IS ALLOWED WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
El Gallo Bravo has had 4 inspections in the last 5 years with a 67% pass rate. Last inspection was on Jul 29, 2026.
Complaint Re-Inspection — A follow-up to confirm complaint-related violations were fixed.
Complaint — Triggered by a public complaint about this restaurant.
License — Required before the city issues a business license.