TAQUERIA DEL SOL

Observed two door to the exterior from the main dining area propped open without air curtains or protective screens.

Observed one live filth fly, one live crane fly, and one dead filth fly in the main dining area.

Observed at least two RICs in the front food service area with accumulation of rust and debris on the non food contact surfaces.

Observed large amount of floor tiles missing in front of fryer area. Also observed a large area of sealed flooring missing from area leading from front food service to the main kitchen. Advised PIC to replace/repair the missing flooring.

Observed large amount of ice buildup in walk in freezer. WIF was also holding at 15F at the time of inspection. COS: Advised PIC to repair cooling system in WIF so that it is holding at 4F or below, and do clean and remove the large ice buildup in the WIF.

Food-contact surfaces and utensils were not sanitized. Observation: An employee was observed washing equipment and utensils in a three-compartment sink without completing the sanitizing step after cleaning. Corrective Action: utensils and food-contact surfaces must be sanitized after cleaning and before use. The employee prepared a chlorine sanitizer solution at 50 ppm and properly sanitized the cleaned equipment.

Equipment and/or utensils were not properly air-dried or adequately drained after cleaning and sanitizing. Observation: An employee was observed stacking wet equipment without allowing it to air-dry properly. Corrective Action: After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils must be air-dried or allowed to adequately drain before being used for food contact. Cloth drying is not permitted, except for polishing air-dried utensils with clean, dry cloths. After being informed, the employee rearranged the equipment to allow proper air drying before stacking.

A handwashing sink was being used for other purposes other than handwashing. Observed drinks residue and ice in the hand sink, an employee refilled pitcher of water from hand sink. COS. Discussed with PIC that A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing.

Observed both ice bins at the bar uncovered and exposed to physical contaminations. Observed one employee hovering over opened ice bins rubbing her hands together after placing an order and taking payment. Advised to discard. Advised when not in use, bar ice bins must be covered to prevent contamination.

Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine on the spout and along the interior of the lid and also the interior. Discussed with PIC that equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Ice may not be used until ice machine is thoroughly cleaned.

Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 8 squeeze bottles located inside the prep top cooler and two on the counter, unlabeled with food's common name. Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food recognized,