LA VALENTINA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
5781 LEE BLVD STE 305, Lehigh Acres FL 33971
Last inspected May 13, 2025 · 11 visits since December 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
DEC 23
APR 24
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MAY 25
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 15 small flying insects in hallway to kitchen/bathroom. 5 in triple sink area. 5 under pass through window on cook line. 5 on walls by mop sink. 10 in back dry storage area around walls by Bibb-in-box soda storage.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
7 cases · $4,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024070091 | Oct 23, 2024 | Mar 18, 2025 | $1,100 |
| 7--2024031233 | Apr 17, 2024 | Nov 25, 2024 | $400 |
| 7--2024008508 | Dec 20, 2023 | May 20, 2024 | $1,000 |
| 7--2022029132 | May 5, 2022 | Aug 4, 2022 | — |
| 7--2021039404 | Jul 28, 2021 | Oct 19, 2021 | $600 |
| 7--2020045575 | Aug 18, 2020 | Nov 19, 2020 | $700 |
| 7--2020003672 | Jan 21, 2020 | Feb 26, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Bowl with no handle used to dispense rice. Operator removed the bowl.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler; tomatoes container stored on floor.
In-use tong stored on equipment door handle between uses at cook line. Operator removed tong.
Multiple ceiling tile shows damage throughout kitchen.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of hood soiled with grease.
Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination next to ice machine. Operator stored inverted.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Multiple tools stored over oil containers near by cook line. Operator removed tools.
Stored salt not covered at dry storage.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease behind cooking equipments at cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container not labeled at dry storage.
Mar 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Blender in handwash sink at front counter. Operator removed.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 3 in back of kitchen near Bibb in box soda storage rack.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Some ceiling tiles throughout kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing throughout kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Ripped gaskets on door of reach-in cooler cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease and food accumulated under cook line equipment left side of pass through window. Dry storage area shelves with food debris underneath.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable around drains in kitchen, lading to standing water and accumulation of food debris.
Food stored on floor. Bagged onions on floor dry storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Tall white reach-in freezer in back of kitchen with heavy buildup.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top shelf across from triple sink in kitchen over clean dish area soiled with heavy accumulation of dust and debris. Fan above right side smaller white reach-in cooler in prep line with heavy accumulation of grease/dust. Hood vents with extreme accumulation of grease. Heavy dust accumulation on vent cover in walk-in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall next to fryer heavy accumulation of grease left side of pass through window
Feb 27, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands on cook line. Cook cracked eggs then continued plating ready-to-eat rice and other foods no handwash. Spoke with employee regarding proper handwashing.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed cook wash hands in kitchen immediately rinse off soap with no rubbing step. Later observed same cook rub hands together only 5 seconds with soap. Spoke both times with employee regarding proper handwashing, suggesting steps such as counting out loud to help wash hands properly. Observed second employee returning to work from outside immediately rinse off soap before rubbing step. Spoke with this employee, employee properly rewashed hands before returning to work - corrective action taken.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Used to stored cooked rice in hot well, walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Blender in handwash sink at front counter. Operator removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No foods date marked in walk-in cooler - per operator all prepared between one and three days ago, including cooked beans, chicken stew, and cut tomatoes.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 3 in back of kitchen near Bibb in box soda storage rack.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Some ceiling tiles throughout kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing throughout kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Ripped gaskets on door of reach-in cooler cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease and food accumulated under cook line equipment left side of pass through window. Dry storage area shelves with food debris underneath.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable around drains in kitchen, lading to standing water and accumulation of food debris.
Food stored on floor. Bagged onions on floor dry storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Tall white reach-in freezer in back of kitchen with heavy buildup.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front counter. Printed sign for operator, operator hung sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top shelf across from triple sink in kitchen over clean dish area soiled with heavy accumulation of dust and debris. Fan above right side smaller white reach-in cooler in prep line with heavy accumulation of grease/dust. Hood vents with extreme accumulation of grease. Heavy dust accumulation on vent cover in walk-in cooler.
Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler, cooked beans, sauces, prepared washed vegetables and cooked meats all stored uncovered.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall next to fryer heavy accumulation of grease left side of pass through window
Oct 23, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 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. In walk-in cooler cooked beans (58F - Cooling) overnight per operator.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In reach-in cooler cook line, raw chicken over raw beef. Operator placed chicken on lower shelf for proper food storage.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler cooked beans (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes salsa (45F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (47F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding); cooked tomatoes sauce (51F - Cold Holding); cooked green tomatoes jalapenos (53F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (49F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (48F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (50F ambient - Cold Holding); cooked chorizo (49F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator. Also Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk-in cooler cooked beans (58F - Cooling) overnight per operator.
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler thermometer reading 36F, ambient temperature is 50F.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. All foods in walk-in cooler not date marked, multiple per operator stored between 1 and 4 days.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Some ceiling tiles throughout kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing throughout kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease and food accumulated under cook line equipment. Dry storage area shelf's with food debris underneath.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable around drains in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Tall white reach-in freezer in back of kitchen with heavy buildup.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving by dish sink with accumulated debris.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils by triple sink.
Oct 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate8 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. In walk-in cooler cooked beans (58F - Cooling) overnight per operator.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One #10 can white queso in dry storage rack in back of kitchen heavily dented.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In reach-in cooler cook line, raw chicken over raw beef. Operator placed chicken on lower shelf for proper food storage.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler cooked beans (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes salsa (45F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (47F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding); cooked tomatoes sauce (51F - Cold Holding); cooked green tomatoes jalapenos (53F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (49F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (48F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (50F ambient - Cold Holding); cooked chorizo (49F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator. Also Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk-in cooler cooked beans (58F - Cooling) overnight per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler cooked beans (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes salsa (45F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (47F - Cold Holding); sour cream (47F - Cold Holding); cooked tomatoes sauce (51F - Cold Holding); cooked green tomatoes jalapenos (53F - Cold Holding); mozzarella (49F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (48F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (50F ambient - Cold Holding); cooked chorizo (49F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler thermometer reading 36F, ambient temperature is 50F.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. All foods in walk-in cooler not date marked, multiple per operator stored between 1 and 4 days.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Some ceiling tiles throughout kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing throughout kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease and food accumulated under cook line equipment. Dry storage area shelf's with food debris underneath.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable around drains in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Bagged onions on floor dry storage area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Tall white reach-in freezer in back of kitchen with heavy buildup.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving by dish sink with accumulated debris.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils by triple sink.
Apr 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ground beef and cooked pork held for more than 24 hours not date marked.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed foam cups and bowls with no handles used as scoops for multiple items in the reach I. Cooler at the front counter and the walk in cooler.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor underneath the fryer heavily soiled with grease and food debris.
Ice buildup in the stand up reach-in freezer.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair above the three compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the front counter.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the self-closing device in disrepair.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple items not covered in the walk in cooler.
Apr 17, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate12 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. Observed cooked beans (68F - Cooling) in the walk in cooler. The operator stated the beans were prepared the day prior. The operator discarded the beans.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over unwashed tomatoes in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw beef.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw foods.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked ground beef (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); tomatillo salsa (51F - Cold Holding); raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw pork (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding) in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the above foods. Observed cooked beans (68F - Cooling) in the walk in cooler. The operator stated the beans were prepared the day prior.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked ground beef (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); tomatillo salsa (51F - Cold Holding); raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); raw pork (46F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding) in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the above foods.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a knife stored in the handwashing sink at the entrance to the kitchen. The operator removed the knife from the hand sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink near the entrance to the kitchen. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sinks.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ground beef and cooked pork held for more than 24 hours not date marked.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed foam cups and bowls with no handles used as scoops for multiple items in the reach I. Cooler at the front counter and the walk in cooler.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler door handles.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed the floor underneath the fryer heavily soiled with grease and food debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed bagged onions stored on the floor near the back door.
Ice buildup in the stand up reach-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair above the three compartment sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the front counter.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the self-closing device in disrepair.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple items not covered in the walk in cooler.
Jan 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient thermometer on walk-in cooler showing 35F, ambient temperature of walk in cooler measured at 45F.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Main kitchen, absorbent tiles, also in disrepair, pieces of tile falling out.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Extreme buildup of grease, food debris under cook line equipment and storage racks, behind and under front counter equipment.
Dec 28, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient thermometer on walk-in cooler showing 35F, ambient temperature of walk in cooler measured at 45F.
Handwash sink disabled in food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be repaired to restore running water. Handwash sink at front counter.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Repeat 3/28/2023.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Front counter handwash sink in disrepair, water cannot easily be turned on and off, water at 74F after running 5 minutes.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Main kitchen, absorbent tiles, also in disrepair, pieces of tile falling out.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Extreme buildup of grease, food debris under cook line equipment and storage racks, behind and under front counter equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets and walls, bottom of reach-in cooler under front counter heavily soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Front counter handwash sink cannot be easily turned on and off. Sink needed to be disabled at time of inspection to prevent water spray and overflow.
Dec 21, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 12/1/2023.
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient thermometer on walk-in cooler showing 35F, ambient temperature of walk in cooler measured at 45F.
Handwash sink disabled in food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be repaired to restore running water. Handwash sink at front counter.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Repeat 3/28/2023.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Front counter handwash sink in disrepair, water cannot easily be turned on and off, water at 74F after running 5 minutes.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin by front counter.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Main kitchen, absorbent tiles, also in disrepair, pieces of tile falling out.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.at cook line and front line around pass through window, ware washing area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Extreme buildup of grease, food debris under cook line equipment and storage racks, behind and under front counter equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets and walls, bottom of reach-in cooler under front counter heavily soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Front counter handwash sink cannot be easily turned on and off. Sink needed to be disabled at time of inspection to prevent water spray and overflow.
Stored food not covered under front counter, drinks for public stored uncovered, exposed to drip. Repeat 3/28/2023.
Dec 20, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 15 small flying insects in hallway to kitchen/bathroom. 5 in triple sink area. 5 under pass through window on cook line. 5 on walls by mop sink. 10 in back dry storage area around walls by Bibb-in-box soda storage.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 12/1/2023.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler on cook line, raw fish over ready-to-eat cabbage, raw chicken over ready-to-eat cheese sauce. Operator rearranged items for proper food protection. Repeat 3/28/2023.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk-in cooler cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes salsa (46F - Cold Holding); raw pork chorizo (54F - Cold Holding); blended tomatoes salsa (52F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (46F - Cold Holding); sour cream (44F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked ground beef (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (45F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); raw ground beef (47F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes salsa (46F - Cold Holding); raw pork chorizo (54F - Cold Holding); blended tomatoes salsa (52F - Cold Holding); cooked beans (46F - Cold Holding); sour cream (44F - Cold Holding) stored overnight per operator. Repeat 3/28/2023.
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Ambient thermometer on walk-in cooler showing 35F, ambient temperature of walk in cooler measured at 45F.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with Clean-up Of Vomiting And Diarrheal Events handout HR 5030-104.
Handwash sink disabled in food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be repaired to restore running water. Handwash sink at front counter.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator employee reporting agreement, (HR 5030-309) manager health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-101)and employee health reporting responsibilities (HR 5030-103], discussed with operator importance of employee heath. Repeat 3/28/2023.
Temporary interruption - no alternative supply of water provided. Due to plumbing disrepair and no way to turn off water at handwash sink at front counter to stop water leak, water for the establishment was turned off by the owner. Owner has departed to buy equipment to turn off water at sink to allow establishment to turn on main water supply. Owner has told all employees to not engage in food preparation during this time. Water was restored to establishment at time of inspection, excepting for disabled handwash sink at front counter.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Front counter handwash sink in disrepair, water cannot easily be turned on and off, water at 74F after running 5 minutes.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin by front counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Under front counter reach-in cooler, cups no handle used as scoops in drinks and salsa, also in walk-in cooler. Repeat 3/28/2023.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Main kitchen, absorbent tiles, also in disrepair, pieces of tile falling out.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.at cook line and front line around pass through window, ware washing area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Extreme buildup of grease, food debris under cook line equipment and storage racks, behind and under front counter equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets and walls, bottom of reach-in cooler under front counter heavily soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Front counter handwash sink cannot be easily turned on and off. Sink needed to be disabled at time of inspection to prevent water spray and overflow.
Stored food not covered under front counter, drinks for public stored uncovered, exposed to drip. Repeat 3/28/2023.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.