LA FIESTA TACOS AND TEQUILA
2260 W US HWY 90, Lake City FL 32055 · 850.597.8196
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 17 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach in cabinet beneath wait station, soda machine, where liquor is stored.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019030189 | Jun 3, 2019 | Jul 11, 2019 | $400 |
| 5--2016037125 | Aug 3, 2016 | Sep 8, 2016 | $800 |
| 5--2015055666 | Dec 23, 2015 | Jan 13, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
17 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 17, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Back end of building remodeled without plan review submission or approval. No approved plans available today.
Jul 15, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 38 violations recorded, 12 high priority.
12 High priority9 Intermediate17 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Items stored in walk-in coolers stained soiled: queso (58F,58F,57F,58F,59F - Cooling); beans (58F,58F,57F,57F,56F - Cooling). Manager stated items prepared and placed in cooler at 6:00am, temperature taken at 2:15pm.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Items stored in walk-in coolers stained soiled: queso (58F,58F,57F,58F,59F - Cooling); beans (58F,58F,57F,57F,56F - Cooling). Manager stated items prepared and placed in cooler at 6:00am, temperature taken at 2:15pm.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine, 0 ppm.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee entered kitchen from outside and began handling food on cook line without washing hands. Manager had employee wash hands.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled dirty dishes and proceeded to handle clean dishes in dish area without washing hands. Manager had employee wash hands and rewash dishes
Live, small flying insects found. Observed three flies in back dry storage area.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food in direct contact with food. Ceviche served in stone like trucks. Manager moved ceviche to bowls.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach in cabinet beneath wait station, soda machine, where liquor is stored.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 6 packages of Tilapia in reach-in cooler across from cook line
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items stored in reach-in coolers stained soiled across from cook line grill: cheese (47F,46F - Cold Holding); sour cream (49F - Cold Holding); lettuce (48F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items placed in cooler three hours prior to temperature being taken. Manager moved items to walk-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F. Items stored in walk-in coolers stained soiled: chicken (48F - Cold Holding); flan (48F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items at proper temperature at 11:00 am, and that the cooler wasn't working properly. Repair person was on site to repair walk-in cooler. Manager opened door to walk-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Items stored on cook line stove: potatoes (109F,96F - Hot Holding); corn (99F - Hot Holding). Employee stated items placed on stove two hours prior to temperature being taken. Employee turned stove top on to reheat items.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet in prep sink next to kitchen entrance near restrooms.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on kitchen reach-in coolers stained. Blade of can opener on kitchen prep table soiled with old food debris. Deflector plate inside of kitchen ice machines soiled with mold-like substance.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan stored in dish area hand washing sink. Manager removed pan during inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. N9 paper towels at dish area hand washing sink. Manager provided towels at hand washing sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Back end of building remodeled without plan review submission or approval. No approved plans available today.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Flan stored in walk-in cooler. Manager stated flan was prepared the previous morning.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two employee training certificates expired.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of cleaner in dish area.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Dish machine next to three compartment sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen,greasy and dusty.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Aluminum to go pans stored on kitchen shelf. Manager turned pans over.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 6 packages of Tilapia in reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape used to repair lid in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on prep tables throughout the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Case of cooking oil stored on cook line floor. Cases of fish stored on floor in walk-in freezer.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of kitchen ice machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging from cook line fryer handle. Employee placed tongs on top of oven.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Door for walk-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No sign, paper towels and soap at storage are hand washing sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk-in coolers stained soiled with mold-like substance. Vents above cook line greasy.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Containers stored on dish rack across from three compartment sink.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in coolers stained soiled across from dish area.
Stored food not covered. Pan of peppers on shelf next to kitchen entrance from dining room. Manager placed lid on pan.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers of spices on shelf across from kitchen prep tables throughout soiled.
May 18, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Back end of building remodeled without plan review submission or approval. No approved plans available today.
Mar 18, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Back end of building remodeled without plan review submission or approval. No approved plans available today.
Mar 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 23 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate16 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. 10 reduced oxygen packaged bags of fish at 42F - (Cold Holding) in back prep-line reach-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler at front of prep line: cheese (47F, 49F, 46F - Cold Holding); lettuce (47F - Cold Holding); sour cream (48F - Cold Holding); tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (54F - Cold Holding).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mold-like substances on white deflector plate of ice machine. Reach-in cooler cutting boards soiled with mold-like substances.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Back kitchen hand wash sink blocked by trash can. Manager moved can.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Back handwash sink next to three compartment sink: basin contained bin of ice and straws. Manager removed.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Back end of building remodeled without plan review submission or approval. No approved plans available today.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of liquid oven cleaner with no label next to three compartment sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Multiple small bowls used as scoops in containers of seasonings. No-handle food bin used as scoop in flour. Manager removed.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in dry storage area not finished and is not smooth and easily cleanable.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen ceiling tiles and vents soiled with dust and grease accumulations.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted or protected. Manager flipped it over.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 10 reduced oxygen packaged bags of fish at 42F - (Cold Holding) in back prep-line reach-in cooler. See stop sale.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook-line reach-in cooler cutting boards grooved.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on back prep table. Employee speaker on shelf over prep table, next to food. Employee phone and wallet on shelf over back prep table on center cookline.
Equipment in poor repair. Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Walk-in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing near drain on cookline.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Left lid missing.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife at back reach-in cooler stored between lid and frame of cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handle.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Knife handle submerged in lettuce in front reach-in cooler. Manager removed for cleaning.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at back hand wash sink next to three compartment sink.
Open dumpster lid. Left lid missing.
Stored food not covered. Chocolate dessert in reach-in freezer not covered.
Feb 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 26 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate19 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of Tylenol on shelf over back prep table. Manager removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Back reach-in cooler:; sausage (56F - Cold Holding); shrimp (53F - Cold Holding); ham (56F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (55F - Cold Holding); tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding)
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of bleach water on shelf next to clean food equipment (press cutter).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine deflector plate soiled with mold-like substances. Cutting boards soiled with mold-like substances. Can opener blade soiled with old food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Back kitchen hand wash sink blocked by trash can. Manager moved can.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Back end of building remodeled without plan review submission or approval. No approved plans available today.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of bleach water on equipment shelf not labeled. Manager labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Two no-handle bowl used as scoop in bulk containers of sugar. Manager removed.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in dry storage area not finished and is not smooth hand easily cleanable.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen ceiling tiles and vents soiled with dust and grease accumulations.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted or protected. Manager flipped it over.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook-line cutting boards grooved.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table. Manager discarded.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on middle prep table. Employee speaker on top of reach-in cooler prep unit. Employee phone and wallet on shelf over back prep table on center cookline. Manager removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Walk-in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing near drain on cookline
Food stored on floor. Container of cooking oil on floor at end of cook-line.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Left lid missing on dumpster.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife at back reach-in cooler stored between lid and frame of cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handle. Manager had employee remove.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Pitcher handle submerged in rice. Manager removed for cleaning.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels and label residue on bins stored on rack across from three compartment sink.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink in front reach-in cooler. Manager discarded.
Stored food not covered. Chocolate dessert in reach-in freezer not covered. Sliced ham in walk-in freezer not covered or protected.
Utensils in poor condition. Spoon handle melted on cookline.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop in bucket not hanging to dry.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 31 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority8 Intermediate18 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee entered kitchen and donned gloves without first washing hands.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Take-out plastic bags used as lid for pan of beef in walk-in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Shell eggs over vegetables in walk-in cooler. Manager moved to proper storage.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of degreaser hanging on rack of clean dishware across from three compartment sink.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bibb with no vacuum breaker in dry storage room and sink bibb at front of cookline with no vacuum breaker.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Gallon of milk in reach-in cooler at bar area opened Sunday with no date marked. Manager marked.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled with mold-like substances. Can opener blade soiled with old food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Back handwashing sink blocked by trash can. Manager moved can.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan and ice in back handwashing sink. Manager removed pan.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Back end of building remodeled without plan review submission or approval.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at front hand wash sink. Manager replaced.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pan of beef in walk-in cooler prepared Sunday 9-14, no date marked. Manager marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. No label on bottle of degreaser hanging on clean dish ware rack across from three compartment sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. No-handle bowl used as scoop in bulk container of sugar and spices. Manager removed.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in dry storage area not finished and is not smooth hand easily cleanable.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket and scoop not inverted or protected. Manager flipped them over.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cookline cutting boards grooved.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on back reach-in cooler. Manager discarded.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee speaker on top of reach-in cooler prep unit. Three employee phones on shelf over back prep table on center cookline. Employee jacket on oil in the dry storage area.
Employee smoking in a food preparation, storage or warewashing area. Employee vaping in kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans wet nesting on rack across from three compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk-in cooler gaskets torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing near drain on cookline.
Food stored on floor. Two cases of food on floor of walk-in freezer. Oil and flour on floor in dry storage area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall corner next to walk-in cooler door in disrepair.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handle.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Knife handle submerged in bin of lettuce in reach-in cooler. Employee removed.
Open dumpster lid. Right lid open.
Stored food not covered. Pan of beef and queso cheese in walk-in cooler not covered. Manager covered.
Utensils in poor condition. Melted knife handle on cookline.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of flour not labeled.
Feb 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate14 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled with mold-like substance. Microwave interior soiled with food debris and grease accumulation. Can opener blade soiled with old food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink next to three compartment sink blocked by trash can and strainer in sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food strainer in hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. Food debris in front kitchen hand wash sink. Manager removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Three handwashing sinks in kitchen with no soap. Manager replaced soap.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. No-handle bowl used as scoop in seasoning mix. Manager removed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards grooved.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on prep table and reach-in cooler. Manager discarded.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Two employee phones on back prep table. Purses and dirty aprons on condensed milk and drink mix. Manager removed all.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans wet nesting on storage rack across from three compartment sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Ice buildup at door of walk-in freezer.
Food stored on floor. Container of oil on floor at end of cookline and food cases on floor of walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handles.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No sign at handwashing sink next to three compartment sink. Inspector emailed sign to operator.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Food debris on cleaned pan on storage rack. Manager removed for recleaning.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Labels and label residue on multiple pans of stored food in walk-in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in front reach-in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Three pans of food in walk-in cooler not covered. Manager placed lids on pans.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At front drink station: Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm). Manager remixed for: Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm)
Aug 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 14, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in cooler drawers under grill: shrimp (57F - Cold Holding); beef (52F - Cold Holding); chicken (55F - Cold Holding); steak (54F - Cold Holding). Manager placed each food in an ice bath. Observed in front salad prep cooler: cheese (51F, 49F - Cold Holding); lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding). Manager placed each in an ice bath.
Aug 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented 1 gallon can of tomatoes. Manager discarded.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee entered kitchen, briefly rinsed hands with cold water, no soap, and began preparing/handling food.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in cooler drawers under grill: shrimp (57F - Cold Holding); beef (52F - Cold Holding); chicken (55F - Cold Holding); steak (54F - Cold Holding). Manager placed each food in an ice bath. Observed in front salad prep cooler: cheese (51F, 49F - Cold Holding); lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding). Manager placed each in an ice bath.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled with mold-like substance. Can opener blade soiled with old food debris. Microwave interior soiled with food debris and grease accumulation.
Employee eating while preparing food. Employee drink on back left prep table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on back left prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Cutting boards grooved.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor near front reach-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Large plastic container of cooking oil on floor at end of cookline. Case of tilapia on floor of walk-in freezer. Manager moved both to shelves.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handles.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Labels and label residue on multiple pans of stored food (beef, pork, chicken) in walk-in cooler.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in front reach-in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Pans of chicken, beef, and pork in walk-in cooler not covered or protected. Manager covered with tin foil.
Mar 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 7, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In first reach-in cooler: lettuce (56F - Cold Holding); sour cream (50, 48F - Cold Holding); cheese (54F - Cold Holding); tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); chicken (45F - Cold Holding).
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Curdled milk with no date mark and unknown open date. Manager voluntarily discarded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards soiled with mold-like substance. Can opener blade soiled with old food debris. Microwave interior soiled with food debris and grease accumulation.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scouring pad in hand wash sink. Draining slowly due to corn clogging drain.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table. Manager discarded.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Cutting boards grooved.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water near three compartment sink and in walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Case of tomatoes on floor in walk-in cooler. Manager moved to shelf.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Two tongs on oven door handles.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in front reach-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef sitting in bucket of standing water.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths on prep tables.
Oct 31, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 30, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following items and cold holding temperatures in the Walk-in Cooler: Poultry (46F - Cold Holding); Carnita (46F - Cold Holding); ground beef (46F - Cold Holding); Beef (47F - Cold Holding). All the items had been stored in the walk-in-cooler for more than 24 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items and cold holding temperatures in the Walk-in Cooler: Poultry (46F - Cold Holding); Carnita (46F - Cold Holding); ground beef (46F - Cold Holding); Beef (47F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.\ Observed food-contact surface of commercial can opener soiled with food debris, mold-like substance. Observed mold like substance on the inside food contact surface of the nozzles on the soda gun dispensing machine at bar.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen blocked with two large chip food containers. Also observed wet wiping cloths in hand wash sink in the kitchen. person in charge removed wiping cloths and food containers
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed acoustic ceiling panels that are not smooth or easily cleanable. Also acoustics ceiling tile indicates leaking roof in kitchen area near prep sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed 8 buckets of food in walk-in-cooler stored on the floor. Observed container of cooking oil on cool line stored on the floor.
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