El Barrio Mexican Grill

• official resultFail
• resultFail
• inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
• failed findings5
• critical findings1

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Failed findings

• ⚠️(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical
  Inspector note: Observed pan of rice stored on rolling cart @ 119F. Discussed with PIC to maintain hot holding @ 135F and above. COS
  code 590.003/3-501.16-P1*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Cleaning Agents and Sanitizers Availability (Pf)
  Inspector note: Observed no sanitizing solution setup at this time for properly wipe down of cutting boards and utensils. Discussed with PIC to ensure sanitizer is setup prior to opening
  code 590.004/4-303.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)
  Inspector note: Observed heavy food spills / splatter along grill and on steam tables. Clean with frequency to prevent spillage
  code 590.004/4-601.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)
  Inspector note: Observed hand sink blocked with shopping bag and box. Discussed with PIC to ensure all hand sinks are clear and accessible for handwashing only. COS
  code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)
  Inspector note: Observed multiple food boxes previously delivered and stored on floor in kitchen. Discussed with PIC to remove and ensure all food boxes are stored elevated off the floor.
  code 590.003/3-305.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on August 12, 2024: 5 findings appeared for the first time.

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