Lone Star Taco Bar

• official resultFail
• resultFail
• inspection typeEating & Drinking
• failed findings6
• critical findings1

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Failed findings

• ⚠️(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical
  Inspector note: Took temperature of the fish in the flip top/drawer refrigeration unit- 51F. PIC removed and discarded. All other items in the unit were in compliance.
  code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
• ⚠️System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
  Inspector note: Observed a bucket of stagnant water under the prep sink and a leaky faucet. Contact licensed plumber to repair the faucet and to ensure the air gap located under the prep sink has been installed properly. A proper air gap will not require a bucket to be placed underneath. PIC remove the bucket of stagnant water.
  code 590.005/5-205.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Outside Receptacles (C)
  Inspector note: Observed missing lid on the dumpster. Contact trash company to replace the lid.
  code 590.005/5-501.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
  Inspector note: Observed dust on the bathroom ceiling vents on the ceiling and vents in the kitchen and also downstairs in the prep area. Clean ceiling and vents to remove the dust. Wipe down all lighting fixtures and fans to remove the dust. Observed items being stored on the floor in the equipment room. Clean and organize this area.
  code 590.006/6-201.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Controlling Pests (C)
  Inspector note: PIC was able to provide an updated pest report from earlier today 9/9. Pest report states catches. Please consult with a licensed pest control/extermination company and obtain a detailed report confirming that there are no pest captures no signs of activity and no sanitation concerns. All identified or potential entry points and structural voids must be properly treated and sealed prior to the next inspection. Pest control service frequency should be increased as needed until the issue has been fully resolved and verified. Provide a secure door sweep to the front exterior door to ensure no daylight gets through.
  code 590.006/6-501.111-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
  Inspector note: Observed light bulb over the stove not working and a few other lights that are flickering in the prep area and kitchen area. Replace light bulbs and clean the inside of the light shields to remove debris. Observed missing floor tiles on the floor in the basement/prep area. Replace missing floor tiles to ensure durable cleanable floors. Observed a hole in the corner of the wall under the shelving in the equipment room. Seal hole to ensure no rodent activity.
  code 590.006/6-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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Compared with Pass on September 5, 2026: 6 findings appeared for the first time.

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