TEQUILAS MEXICAN RESTAURANT
10915 BAYMEADOWS RD BAY #101, Jacksonville FL 32256 · 904.349.1239
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 21 visits since November 2023
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed live lizard living in removed cove molding space in bag in box soda storage area.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2026033593 | Mar 31, 2026 | Jul 22, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
21 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle all purpose cleaner, by single service items.,Moved by manager.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at dispenser. Replaced by manger.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Loses ceiling tiles. Dish machine line. Stained /water damage to ceiling time. Dish machine line. Per Person In Charge. Work in progress.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor in walk in cooler.
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In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice machine scoop on dusty top of ice machine. Moved by manager.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs over oven handle.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Torn/ loose cooler gaskets. Prep line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in prep line cooler.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Container of medicine stored on shelf above steam table. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Birria cooling overnight in walk in cooler at 46-54F. Stored in deep covered pans in walk in cooler. Discussed cooling with operator.
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. Birria cooling overnight in walk in cooler at 46-54F. Stored in deep covered pans in walk in cooler. Discussed cooling with operator.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. License expired 6.1.26.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Queso previously frozen thawed two days ago per person in charge with no date mark. Person in charge marked appropriately.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed one flying insect land on single service to go container. Person in charge killed flying insect and discarded container. Observed one flying insect on wall at mop sink area.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on floor, exterior of cardboard boxes holding tortillas chips under prep table in back hallway. Person in charge began killing and discarding.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 11 dead roaches in the floor under back hall prep table area with dry good storage. Observed approximately 5 dead roaches on the floor behind cookline. Observed one dead roach on stainless steel prep table with dry spice storage above it. Observed three dead roaches on floor under back shelving to right of ice machine. Observed one dead roach on wall at mop sink area. Observed one dead roach under small white reach in cooler in kitchen. Observed two dead roaches on floor under back in box soda storage in back hall that leads to employee restroom. Person in charge began discarding.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed one flying insect land on single service to go container. Person in charge killed flying insect and discarded container. Observed one flying insect on wall at mop sink area.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on floor, exterior of cardboard boxes holding tortillas chips under prep table in back hallway. Person in charge began killing and discarding.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 11 dead roaches in the floor under back hall prep table area with dry good storage. Observed approximately 5 dead roaches on the floor behind cookline. Observed one dead roach on stainless steel prep table with dry spice storage above it. Observed three dead roaches on floor under back shelving to right of ice machine. Observed one dead roach on wall at mop sink area. Observed one dead roach under small white reach in cooler in kitchen. Observed two dead roaches on floor under back in box soda storage in back hall that leads to employee restroom. Person in charge began discarding.
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed one flying insect land on single service to go container. Person in charge killed flying insect and discarded container. Observed one flying insect on wall at mop sink area.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10 live roaches on floor, exterior of cardboard boxes holding tortillas chips under prep table in back hallway. Person in charge began killing and discarding.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sauce made with roasted peppers at 64F sitting on counter at server line. Person in charge states has been out for 3 hours, moved to reach in cooler holding temperature.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of insect spray stored on case of tortillas in back kitchen. Person in charge removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener with debris accumulation on blade.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels missing at back hand wash sink. Person in charge provided.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Several employees on duty working at establishment since 7.2025 with no proof of training.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Pork frozen 3/11 thawed 3 days ago not redate marked.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water turned off at server line hand wash sink, hand wash sink in back hallway near mop sink.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 11 dead roaches in the floor under back hall prep table area with dry good storage. Observed approximately 5 dead roaches on the floor behind cookline. Observed one dead roach on stainless steel prep table with dry spice storage above it. Observed three dead roaches on floor under back shelving to right of ice machine. Observed one dead roach on wall at mop sink area. Observed one dead roach under small white reach in cooler in kitchen. Observed two dead roaches on floor under back in box soda storage in back hall that leads to employee restroom. Person in charge began discarding.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors behind cookline with grease accumulation. Wall along back prep area with several holes, not completely sealed on corners. Ceiling at cookline with debris accumulation. Ceiling tile missing over bag in box soda, to right of cookline.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Debris accumulation on surface under cookline. Mold like substance on shelves in walk in cooler.
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. Tool stored on case of tortillas. Screw driver stored on plate. Person in charge removed.
Stored food not covered. Taco shells on cookline stored uncovered, several items in walk in cooler stored uncovered. Person in charge began covering.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Observed raw chorizo and beef stored over cut tomatoes in drawers on cook line. Person in charge began rearranging.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice on cook line at 109, 127F. Person in charge began reheating. Pork on cook line at 113F, person in charge reheated to 202F.
Wastewater on ground of establishment. When in use, wastewater from back hand wash sink by triple sink drains onto the ground. Person in charge added catch bucket during inspection. Will utilize until pipe can be repaired.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles in server area and in bar with debris buildup.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels in employee restroom. Person in charge provided.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Person in charge unable to provide proof of training for any employees due to all certificates falsified. Observed dates expired 2025 written over to expire in 2029.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle in dish pit area with acid per person in charge unlabeled. Person in charge labeled appropriately.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water shut off at hand wash sink by triple sink, on left side of cook line, and at server area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in walk in cooler on floor. Observed damage to the wall by the back door. Observed gaps in ceiling tiles above bag in box soda storage.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed flying insect sticky tape over bag in box soda, over prep table in back kitchen. Person in charge removed.
Stored food not covered. Container of tortilla shells stored uncovered on top shelf above prep line. Person in charge covered.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked chicken 44-45°, cooked beef 44°, Walk in cooler. (Overnight temperatures)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken 44-45°, cooked beef 44°, Walk in cooler. (Overnight temperatures) Raw chicken 44°. Raw beef 44°. Salsa 44-43°. All items immediately iced down.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vaccum breaker at mop sink missing from split at non-chemical side.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at Hand Wash Sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at Hand Wash Sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Multiple Hand Wash Sinks with no hot water. Kitchen
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Employee restroom left open.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. No self closing mechanisms on employee restroom.
Drain cover(s) missing. Missing drain cover at mop sink.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed three flying insects around drain at bar.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler chicken, beef, sauce, salsa 45-46F. Person in charge states has had door open for prep. Person in charge opened freezer door during inspection to cool unit down.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handling raw meat, wipe hands on apron, handle clean equipment without hand wash. Observed same employee drop receipts on the floor, pick them up, then handle clean utensils without hand wash. When asked to wash his hands, employee then began washing gloved hands. Employee removed gloves and washed hands.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed three flying insects around drain at bar.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored on case of oil during prep in kitchen. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler chicken, beef, sauce, salsa 45-46F. Person in charge states has had door open for prep. Person in charge opened freezer door during inspection to cool unit down.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Beans on line at 123F. Person in charge began reheated to 175F.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket containing bleach at 200+ ppm, rebleaching strip. Person in charge remade to 100ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in 3 of 4 hand wash sinks in kitchen. Person in charge removed.
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. One employee on duty unable to provide proof of employee training, has been working at establishment since August.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Several hand wash sinks have no hot water on in back kitchen.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Bathroom door left open to employee restroom, opens into bag in box storage hallway.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent soiled at dish pit. Also, porous tiles in back warewashing area. Also, ceiling tile over white reach in cooler missing.
Drain cover(s) missing. Missing drain cover at mop sink.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed flying insect sticky tape stored over bag in box soda in hallway by employee restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with grease buildup.
Stored food not covered. Several items in walk in cooler and walk in freezer uncovered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Several bulk items indicated as salt and sugar by person in charge unlabeled.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 10 flying insects in hallway with bag in box storage/ employee restroom. Observed 4 flying insects at mop sink area. Observed three flying insects at bar. Observed two flying insects at server area.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 10 flying insects in hallway with bag in box storage/ employee restroom. Observed 4 flying insects at mop sink area. Observed three flying insects at bar. Observed two flying insects at server area.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. No CFM for establishment.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Pisco sour has raw egg white in drink, no disclosure on menu indicating raw.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 10 flying insects in hallway with bag in box storage/ employee restroom. Observed 4 flying insects at mop sink area. Observed three flying insects at bar. Observed two flying insects at server area.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. No CFM for establishment.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Pisco sour has raw egg white in drink, no disclosure on menu indicating raw.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 10 flying insects in hallway with bag in box storage/ employee restroom. Observed 4 flying insects at mop sink area. Observed three flying insects at bar. Observed two flying insects at server area.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. No CFM for establishment.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Pisco sour has raw egg white in drink, no disclosure on menu indicating raw.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 7 high priority.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can jalepenos with dent along seam.
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. Dishmachine testing at 0ppm, even after running several times. Person in charge will utilize triple sink with quatanery ammonium until serviced.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 10 flying insects in hallway with bag in box storage/ employee restroom. Observed 4 flying insects at mop sink area. Observed three flying insects at bar. Observed two flying insects at server area.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.To go bags observed in direct contact with tortillas at cookline and meat products in walk in freezer.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed live lizard living in removed cove molding space in bag in box soda storage area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw shell eggs stored over cheese. Person in charge rearranged.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from no chemical side of splitter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles at server line, in bar area with debris buildup. Margarita mix with debris buildup at nozzles. Interior side door of ice machine with mold like substance buildup.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. No CFM for establishment.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Pisco sour has raw egg white in drink, no disclosure on menu indicating raw.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at employee restroom.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Salsa made two days ago per person in charge with incorrect date mark. Person in charge marked appropriately.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water shut off at multiple hand wash sinks throughout establishment. Water only reaching 80F.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Esmployee restroom opens into bag I box storage room. Door not self closing and left open. Also, no toilet paper observed in employee restroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Pans with no handles used as scoops in bulk beans.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding missing in bag in box storage room, employee restroom, lizard living in space. Also, cove molding along cookline wall with damage. Threshold to back door with damage. Standing water observed in walk in cooler. Wall at triple sink with debris buildup. Ceiling tile missing over reach in cooler in back kitchen. Porous tiles observed in kitchen.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Employee restroom missing covered receptacle.
Drain cover(s) missing. Missing at cookline.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mold like substance observed on exterior of sauce container in walk in cooler, exterior of sugar container in back kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels observed on multiple clean dishware items at triple sink.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Straws at bar unwrapped, within customer reach.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee run hand through hair, then touch tortilla with hand. Person in charge discarded tortilla and had employee wash hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In fliptop cheese, cheese, sour cream at 48-50F. Lid open during inspection. Ambient temperature of unit 48F during inspection. Observed water buildup on bottom of unit. Person in charge moved to another unit holding temperature. In walk in cooler chicken, beef, beans, salsa 45-47F. Observed door open to repair threshold during inspection. Person in charge states has been repaired for last 1 hour. Person in charge closed door.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork on cookline with heat turned off at 109F. Person in charge began reheating.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach stored on shelf with bag in box soda. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun at server area and bar with debris buildup. Observed mold like substance buildup on bar margarita nozzle right side.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice in hand wash sink at bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels missing from hand wash sink in kitchen. Person in charge provided.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water turned off at two hand wash sinks water only reaching 78F. Person in charge states due to be fixed this week.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Lime buildup observed in dishmachine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Self closer not observed at employee restroom.
Food stored on floor. Margarita mix stored in containers on floor in bar.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall in disrepair at server area, under tortilla dry storage in back kitchen, under counter in server area, in employee restroom. Recommend adding cove molding. Also, tile missing by dishmachine. Also, ceiling tiles missing over bag in box storage in hall by employee restroom.
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Beans in deep covered pan in walk in at 50F cooling overnight per person in charge.
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. Observed dishwasher handle dirty dishes, then clean dishes without washing hands.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. To go bags in direct contact with meat in walk in freezer.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Two shell eggs in walk in cooler with cracked shells.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Beans in deep covered pan in walk in at 50F cooling overnight per person in charge. Shrimp in reach in cooler drawer overnight at 57F. Ambient temperature of unit reached 53F during inspection. Person in charge will hold less items in unit with ice until unit can be serviced.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shrimp in reach in cooler drawer overnight at 57F. Ambient temperature of unit reached 53F during inspection. Person in charge will hold less items in unit with ice until unit can be serviced.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water handles not working at hand wash sink by mop sink, in server area. Water only reaching 74F. Person in charge states due to leak.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Lime buildup inside dishmachine.
Ceiling tile missing. Entire track of ceiling tiles missing above bag in box soda. Person in charge states due to leak. Water damage observed on several porous tiles on back prep line. Wall and threshold at back door with damage. Threshold at walk in cooler with damage, light visible under door. Wall damage observed in employee restroom. Vents above dishmachine with dust buildup.
Food stored on floor. Buckets of tortillas strips stored on floor in kitchen. Person in charge raised.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan of glass door reach in cooler, front where door meets exterior with mold like substance buildup.
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