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Merengue Express

September 24, 2025 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
failed findings9
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: Observed pasta salad & multiple meats stored in walk in cooler between 47F-50F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. COS
code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
(A) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed filters on ice machine with heavy dust; prep table in back kitchen with food spills. Clean to remove all soils / spills / dust
code 590.004/4-601.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed live roach at 3 bay sink. PIC provided pest report 9/15/25 with same indication. PIC scheduled services for Sunday 9/28/25
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Conditions of Use (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed household RAID spray stored in prep area. Discussed with PIC to discontinue and remove household insect products from food establishment. Licensed pest control for chemical services only. COS
code 590.007/7-202.12-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector note: Observed bulk containers stored in prep kitchen area without labels of identification. Provide a label for all bulk containers or squeeze bottles with the common name of food item stored inside
code 590.003/3-302.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector note: Observed plastic bowls used for bulk dispensing. Remove and provide handled scoopers for bulk dispensing
code 590.003/3-304.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector note: Observed food stored underneath leaking compressor in walk in cooler. Remove foods from directly underneath compressor and ensure foods are stored protected
code 590.003/3-305.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
System Maintained in Good Repair (C)

Inspector note: Observed water leaking underneath sanitize compartment at 3 bay sink. Contact licensed plumber for repairs and provide a drain plug for each compartment sink
code 590.005/5-205.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector note: Observed food debris on floors behind fryers. Clean to remove all debris from floors behind and around cooking equipment
code 590.006/6-201.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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Compared with Pass on February 26, 2025: 9 findings appeared for the first time.

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