Mexico Lindo

Observed no disposable hand towels at the employee handwashing sink in the kitchen area. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with individual, disposable towels. PIC put disposable hand towels at the employee handwashing sink in the kitchen area.

Observed single-use items (plastic cups) in package stored on floor in dinning area of the facility. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored: in a clean, dry location where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor. PIC will store single-use items (plastic cups) in packages at least 6 inches off the floor.

Observed brown build up in small ice bin in kitchen area. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned such as ice bins. PIC will clean and sanitize small ice bin in kitchen area.

Observed hot water not working properly in men restroom. CA: Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. PIC will be contacting maintenance today to have hot water repaired at sink in men restroom.

Observed pressure lacking at sink in men restroom. CA: Water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water except that water supplied as specified under subsection (1)(k)1 and 2 to a temporary food service operation or in response to a temporary interruption of a water supply need not be under pressure. PIC will be contacting maintenance to have water pressure at sink in men restroom.

Observed expired test strips dated 06/2024. CA: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. PIC will be purchasing up to date test strips.

Observed a cutting board that did not look clean to sight with stains and deep cuts. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. PIC will have cutting board replaced with one in good repair.

Observed a large hole in the wall near the bathrooms. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have hole repaired.

Observed rice out of original container in rice bin in dry storage area in dining room not labeled with common name. CA: Label information shall include:

(i) The common name of the food, or if there is no common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement.

PIC labeled the rice out of original container in rice bin in dry storage area in dining room.

Observed wet wiping cloths not properly stored between uses in main kitchen area. CA: Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be:(i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n). PIC properly stored wet wiping cloths in sanitizing bucket between uses.

Observed no splash guard between meat and vegetable sink to prevent cross contamination. CA: Except as specified in paragraphs (g)2 and 3 of this subsection and except for whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for washing by the consumer before consumption, raw fruits and vegetables shall be thoroughly washed in water, in a sink designated for that purpose only, to remove soil and other contaminants before being cut, combined with other ingredients, cooked, served, or offered for human consumption in ready-to-eat form. PIC will have until 02/13/2024 to have a splash guard between meat and vegetable sink to prevent cross contamination.

Observed hot water not working properly in Women and Men restrooms in facility. CA: Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment. PIC called the owner today (02/09/2024) to notify him of this matter and will be calling maintenance to get this issue resolved as soon as possible.

Observed accumulation of grease on vent hood in main kitchen area. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. PIC will clean vent hood in main kitchen area at end of shift today.

Observed RIC not at 41 degrees or below and items in RIC not within the safe time/temperature control range. CA: Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. PIC stated that they have a new RIC coming in Tuesday (7/18/2023).

Observed items in RIC tempting above 41 degrees (Beef intestines, and pork). CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. PIC will have items removed from RIC and voluntarily toss them out.

Observed spices being stored in reused containers that once store other products. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will have product removed and stored in food grade containers.

Observed outside dumpster lid open. CA: With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment. PIC will close lid on dumpster.

Observed light bulb with no protective shield around the bulb on vent hood. CA: Shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant bulbs need not be used in areas used only for storing food in unopened packages. PIC will have shield installed around light bulb.

Observed several items in RIC tempting above 41 degrees (sliced tomatoes, pork, and chicken). CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. PIC will cool items down to be 41 degrees or below.

Observed PIC in restaurant not knowledgeable in questions that were asked about facility. CA: Based on the risk of foodborne illness inherent to the food service operation, during inspections and upon request, the person in charge shall demonstrate to the Health Authority knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point principles, and the requirements of this Chapter. PIC will ask owner about specific questions about facility so when the owner is not in they will know information about the facility.

Observed certified food safety manager certificate expired. CA: Food service establishments shall have in its employ a Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) as specified in paragraph (b) of this subsection to ensure food safety is being managed within the food service establishment during all hours of operation as specified within paragraph (d) of this subsection. PIC will get CFSM certification updated.

Observed no employee health policy in facility. CA: The permit holder shall require food employees and conditional employees to report to the CFSM and person in charge, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. A food employee or conditional employee shall report the information in a manner that allows the CFSM and person in charge to reduce the risk of foodborne disease transmission, including providing necessary additional information, such as the date of onset of symptoms and an illness, or of a diagnosis without symptoms, if the food employee or conditional employee. PIC will have employees sign EHP that will be given today (7/6/2023).

Observed no hand towels at hand was sink near three compartment sink. CA: Each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with: Individual, disposable towels; A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel. PIC will have hand towels place at handwash sink.

Observed no clean up procedure for vomiting or diarrheal events. CA: A food establishment shall have procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. PIC will be given a cleanup procedure.

Observed sliced watermelon and cantaloup in RIC uncovered. CA: of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. PIC will cover watermelon and cantaloup.

Observed employee washing dishes and not sanitizing. CA: If a detergent-sanitizer is used to sanitize in a cleaning and sanitizing procedure where there is no distinct water rinse between the washing and sanitizing steps, the agent applied in the sanitizing step shall be the same detergent-sanitizer that is used in the washing step. PIC will have sanitizer added to sanitizer compartment on three compartment sink.

Observed items in RIC not properly date marked. CA: A refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food ingredient or a portion of a refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food that is subsequently combined with additional ingredients or portions of food shall retain the date marking of the earliest-prepared or first-prepared ingredient. PIC will have items properly date marked.

Observed several live roaches in main kitchen area and several dead roaches in main kitchen area. CA: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule. PIC will have pest control company come in to treat pest issue.

Observed a leak at handwash sink and leak on faucet at 3 compartment compartment sink. CA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. PIC will have leaks repaired.

Observed recent inspection report not visible to public. CA: The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. PIC will have most recent inspection report in view for public to see.

Observed no food service permit posted in facility. CA: Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers. PIC will post food service permit for consumers to see.

Observed scooper in bin in dry storage not properly stored. CA: During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon. PIC will have scoop properly stored.

Observed to go bags being used to store food. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will remove food from to go bags and have food stored in food grade containers.

Observed food items being stored in reused product containers. CA: Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. PIC will remove product and have them stored in food grade containers that can be reused.

Observed no test strips at 3 compartment sink for sanitizer solution. CA: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. PIC will order test strips to be able to test sanitizer solution.

Observed grease build up on vent hood. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC will have vent hood cleaned.

Observed no drain plug on outside dumpster. CA: Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. PIC will have drain plug installed on dumpster.

Observed wet mop not hung to properly dry. CA: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies. PIC will have mop hung to properly dry.

Observed ceiling tile near restroom area that needs to be replaced. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have ceiling tile near restroom area replaced.

Observed light bulb with no protective shield around the bulb on vent hood. CA: Shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant bulbs need not be used in areas used only for storing food in unopened packages. PIC will have shield installed around light bulb.

Observed several lights out in main kitchen area where food is being prepared. CA: At least 50 foot candles (540 lux) at a surface where a food service employee is working with food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, or saws where employee safety is a factor. PIC will have lights repaired and bulbs installed for adequate lighting.

Observed no handwash signage at handwash sink. CA: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. PIC will have a sign posted at handwash sink.