EL PALACIO DE LOS FRIJOLES

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tile not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed ceiling tile not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing inside kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed ceiling tile missing inside kitchen area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket at reach in freezer across fryer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed torn gasket at reach in freezer across fryer. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in disrepair inside kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed floor in disrepair inside kitchen area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at chest reach in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed ice buildup at chest reach in freezer. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler with shelves with rust throughout all reach in cooler inside kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-18: Observed reach in cooler with shelves with rust throughout all reach in cooler inside kitchen. Time Extended

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed COOKED RICE (121F - Hot Holding) on prep table at kitchen area. Employee placed rice in a pan to reheat. Final temperature 170F. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed roach and ant spray stored next to squash at dry storage. Manager removed toxic spray and stored properly. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tile over prep table, not smooth and easily clean.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles over dry storage hallway.

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven hand at cook line at kitchen area.

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves in triple door reach in cooler soiled with debris.

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler at kitchen area across from steam table.

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed spray nozzle at warewashing area leaking.

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at bathroom used for staff and customers. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed no completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors at bathroom used for staff and customers. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at front counter, kitchen area, and ware washing area. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed at front counter, kitchen area, and ware washing area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles at front counter and tiles at hallway to bathrooms showing water stains. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed ceiling tiles at front counter and tiles at hallway to bathrooms showing water stains. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler door gaskets in disrepair at back of kitchen. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed reach-in cooler door gaskets in disrepair at back of kitchen. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tile in disrepair in front of three compartment si Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed tile in disrepair in front of three compartment. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-11: Observed ice buildup at large white chest reach-in freezer at back of kitchen. Time Extended

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Cooked onions (51F - Cooling) and Cooked chicken (60F - Cooling). Both cooked the night before. Coached operator on correct procedure. Products were discarded.

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 9 bags of thawed raw salmon inside sealed reduced oxygen packaging at reach in cooler near kitchen entrance. Coached operator on proper procedures. Products was discarded. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Cooked onions (51F - Cooling) and Cooked chicken (60F - Cooling). Both cooked the night before. Both products were discarded. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed person in charge of kitchen not knowing proper chlorine concentration and staff at cook line not knowing the minimum cooking temperature of chicken. Coached both persons on correct procedure.

Intermediate - 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. Observed Mauricio food handlers training expired on 04.15.2025.

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed at bathroom used for staff and customers. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed at front counter, kitchen area, and ware washing area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles at front counter and tiles at hallway to bathrooms showing water stains.

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed Valpro upright reach-in cooler with an ambient temperature of 54F. Non-TCS products being stored inside. Advised operator not to store any TCS products in it and to have it fixed.

Basic - 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. Observed 9 bags of thawed raw salmon inside sealed reduced oxygen packaging at reach in cooler near kitchen entrance. Coached operator on proper procedures. Products was discarded. Repeat Violation

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board grooved at ware washing area.

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed Valpro reach-in cooler gaskets in disrepair at back of kitchen.

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back exit door.

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tile in disrepair in front of three compartment sink. Repeat Violation

Basic - Food stored on floor. Served plastic container of chicken bouillon stored on floor at back of kitchen area. Coached person in charge on correct procedure.

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in water at grill with a temperature of 129F. Coached operator on correct procedure. Utensils were moved to a hotter part of grill. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster at right hand dumpster.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed white reach-in freezer at back of kitchen with gaskets and door handle soiled. Observed gaskets at two door upright freezer at back of kitchen soiled. Repeat Violation

Basic - Open dumpsters lid.

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed large metal spoons stored upright on preparation table next to rice cooker. Coached operator on correct procedure.

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed tostones not covered while stored inside two door reach-in freezer unit at back of kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed ice machine in disrepair and not being used at front counter. Repeat Violation

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed yellow wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer solution at preparation area.

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed plastic squeeze bottles not labeled with common name on shelf over steam table.

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked plantains (128F - Hot Holding) at kitchen stove. As per operator less than 1 hour. Operator started reheating, second temperature, 187F. Observed portioned creole sauce (120F - Hot Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per operator more than 4 hours. Observed cooked sausage (96F - Hot Holding); cooked pork belly (95F - Hot Holding) steam table, as per operator for 3.5 hours. Operator reheated cooked sausage (186F - Hot Holding); cooked pork belly (186F - Hot Holding). Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: Observed cooked pork at 124F hot holding at fryer area. As per operator, product stored at room temperature for 1 hour. Coached operator on proper hot holding procedures. Observed chicken soup at 112F at took temperature at cook line. As per operator, for 3 hours. Cook began reheating product. Observed cooked plantains at 120F at steam table. As per operator, product placed at steam table less than 1 hour prior. Observed creole sauce at 150F hot holding on char grill. Admin Complaint

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed Ceiling not smooth at kitchen, ware washing area and front counter area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: Observed Ceiling not smooth at kitchen, ware washing area and front counter area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles in disrepair underneath reach in freezer at kitchen area. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: Observed tiles in disrepair underneath reach in freezer at kitchen area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed standing water in floor near white reach in freezer at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: Observed standing water in floor near white reach in freezer at kitchen area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container of raw potatoes not covered at storage cabinet in hallway leaving to bathroom. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: Observed container of raw potatoes not covered at storage cabinet in hallway leaving to bathroom. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed unused reach in freezer at kitchen. As per operator item is not used. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-06: Observed unused reach in freezer at kitchen. As per operator item is not used. Time Extended

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - 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. Observed 75 lbs Raw Pork (73F-76F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at kitchen. As per operator, product was held at room temperature for more than 4 hours Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed Pork Belly (57F - Cold Holding), Pork (52F -Cold Holding). As per operator, product was placed in reach in cooler the previous day. Stop Sale Issued . Admin Complaint

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 75lbs Raw Pork (73F-76F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at kitchen. As per operator, product was held at room temperature for more than 4 hours. Observed Soup with Pork (53F - Cold Holding) at room temperature at cook line. As per operator, for less than 1 hour. Employee turned burner on to reheat product. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed Pork Belly (57F - Cold Holding), Pork (52F -Cold Holding). As per operator, product was placed in reach in cooler the previous day. Stop Sale Issued Admin Complaint

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200plus ppm). Employee diluted solution with water and final reading 50 ppm. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 10 ppm) Admin Complaint

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black stains on cutting board on preparation table at kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed black stains on cutting board on preparation table at kitchen. Time Extended

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Emersion blender stored over hand sink at ware washing area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed plastic container stored in hand sink at ware washing area Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed bathroom door not self closing. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed bathroom door not self closing. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over preparation table at kitchen entrance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed bug zapper installed over preparation table at kitchen entrance Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed plastic containers of beans and peas stored in hallway leading to public bathroom. Products not commercially packaged. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed plastic containers of beans and peas stored in hallway leading to public bathroom. Products not commercially packaged. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at bottom of reach in cooler across from cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed standing water at bottom of reach in cooler across from cook line. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled with food debris throughout kitchen. Observed ceiling vents in bathroom soiled with dust and ceiling vent at cook line soiled with black substance. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-23: Observed ceiling vents in bathroom soiled with dust and ceiling vent at cook line soiled with black substance. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled above preparation cooler at cook line. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vent soiled above preparation cooler at cook line. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at cook line. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at employees bathroom. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at employees bathroom. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of house made hot sauce container heavily soiled with old food debris at preparation cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: Observed exterior of house made hot sauce container heavily soiled with old food debris at preparation cooler. Employee removed debris. Time Extended Corrected On-Site

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unpackaged food in hallway leading to public bathroom. Observed unpackaged beans, lentils, plantains, potatoes and onions stored at hallway leading to public bathrooms. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: Observed unpackaged beans,lentils and limes stored at hallway leading to public bathroom. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet when valves are off at 3 compartment sink at front counter. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet when valves are off at 3 compartment sink at front counter. Time Extended

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Cooked Beans (70F - Cooling) at reach-in cooler near three compartment sink. As per chef, cooked the night before.

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed vegetables over ready to eat food at reach-in cooler near three compartment sink. Repeat Violation

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Cooked Beans (70F - Cooling). As per chef, cooked the night before.

Intermediate - 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 manager with cleanup procedures via email.

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board at reach-in cooler at cook line soiled. Cutting board was replaced with a new one. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - 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 manager with employee reporting responsibilities agreement, staff started signing form during inspection. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls with no handle used to dispense food inside rice and beans containers.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ac vent and ceiling tiles soiled at kitchen area and hallway leading to bathroom.

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed license posted expired on October 1, 2023.

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelet while preparing food at cook line.

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint while handling food at kitchen. Repeat Violation

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of rice and water stored on floor at hallway area. Repeat Violation

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in water at 96F.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets soiled near fryers. Repeat Violation

Basic - Observed ice buildup in chest reach-in freezer near water heater.

Basic - Observed no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at unisex bathroom.

Basic - Observed wall in disrepair under water heater and hole on wall next to exit to hallway area.

Basic - Observed white cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at cook line. Cutting board was replaced with a new one. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed faucet leaking at three compartment sink at front counter.

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed raw beef not covered while stored at reach-in cooler near three compartment sink.

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken being thawed at room temperature at kitchen area. Chef moved product to a reach-in cooler. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed walls thorough kitchen not smooth and easily cleanable. Repeat Violation

High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil in water at 125F degrees. Employee added water at 135F degrees into container. Corrective Action Taken Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked rice at reach in freezer at cook line. Employee properly rearranged products. Corrected On-Site

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef over raw pork at reach in cooler at ware washing area. Operator was informed that the products need to be relocated. Corrective Action Taken

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beef stew (125F - Hot Holding) at cook-line, Mango sauce (As per employee, made 3 hours ago) (93F - Hot Holding) at steam table; Beef stew (105F - Cooling) at steam table. Operator was informed to reheat the products to 165F degrees. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed certified food manager washing hand at 3 compartment sink. Coached certified food manager of proper washing method.

Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - Observed no soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided the soap. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles show water damage.

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed metals pans not stored inverted at preparation area. Employee stored the metals pans correctly Corrected On-Site

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee at cook line with no hair restraints.

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metals pots stored over preparation area.

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of potatoes stored on floor at 3 compartment area.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled at preparation area and reach in freezer gaskets soiled at dry storage area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Observed cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at preparation table. Repeat Violation

Basic - Observed floor tiles in disrepair at dry storage area.

Basic - Observed in-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at ware washing area and at preparation area.

Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed mop sink blocked with chest reach in freezer; as a result not able to wash mop at mop sink.

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork thawing at room temperature at dry storage area.

Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed walls thorough kitchen not smooth and easily cleanable. Repeat Violation

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed rice, beans containers not identified by common name.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at reach in cooler at cook line. Operator rearranged items. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Located at cook line. Repeat Violation

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezers.

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed containers of rice pudding missing required information at front counter area. As per operator items were prepared 4 days prior.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler fan cover soiled with accumulated dust across from ware washing area. Observed chest reach in freezer gaskets soiled. Repeat Violation

Basic - Preparation table shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Located near ware washing area.

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler shelves soiled with black substance. Employee began removing debris. Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Located at front counter. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled with accumulated grease.

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris throughout kitchen and cook line. Repeat Violation

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from pipe underneath hand sink at ware washing area.

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef at reach in cooler across from 3 compartment sink. Employee rearranged items. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located at front counter and ware washing area. Operator replenished paper towels.

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located at front counter and ware washing area. Operator replenished paper towels.

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed 3 containers of arroz con leche not date marked. Located at reach in cooler at front counter area. As per operator, items prepared 6 days prior.

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic cup stored inside container of flour. Operator removed item. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed clean cooking pot and baking sheets stored on the floor near ware washing area. Operator placed items on shelf. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Located across from stove.

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed food employee preparing raw beef not wearing hair restraint.

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair. Located across from 3 compartment sink.

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair and/or in disrepair. Located near reach in freezers at back preparation area. Repeat Violation

Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed 3 containers of arroz con leche missing all required information.

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights missing shield at reach in cooler across from 3 compartment sink.

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Located near back kitchen exit door. Observed chest and standing reach in freezer gaskets soiled. Located across from back kitchen exit door. Repeat Violation

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Located across from 3 compartment sink and near back kitchen exit door. Repeat Violation

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Located across from cook line. Employee inverted items.

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Located near rice cooker across from oven. Observed ceiling vents with accumulated dust. Repeat Violation

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed two pans inside of products (rice and beans) no handle. Manager removed the pans. Corrected On-Site Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-12: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed two pans inside of products (rice and beans) no handle. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles disrepair at kitchen area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-12: Observed floor tiles disrepair at kitchen area. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer gasket soiled. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-12: Observed reach in freezer gasket soiled. Time Extended