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Pink Taco

June 5, 2026 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings8
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 guacamole / chorizo and raw beef stored at cooking area between 48F-60F. Discussed with PIC to maintain cold holding @ 41F or below. PIC removed and stored in walk in unit @ 37F. 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 soils inside ice machine; food spills on pull out drawer unit @ cooking line; soils inside hot holding cabinet; soiled knive and cutting boards @ cooking line. Thoroughly clean with frequency to remove spills / soils
code 590.004/4-601.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed handsink in warewashing area blocked with food equipment. Discussed with PIC to remove and ensure handsinks are accessible for handwashing only. COS
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed no hand soap at handsinks (3) in main kitchen. Discussed with PIC to provide hand soap at all handsinks at all times while in operation. COS
code 590.006/6-301.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed heavy load of rodent dropping within dining area booths / private dining area booths and employee area. Remove all droppings and provide service reports upon scheduled services
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)

Inspector note: Provide thermometers for all refrigerated units / walk ins
code 590.004/4-204.112-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector note: Remove stagnant water from floors @ warewashing area and inside walk in unit / cooking line and remove trash debris from underneath shelves in employee area / behind bulk containers Provide caulking around floor perimeter in private dining area to prevent pest activity.
code 590.006/6-201.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Outer Openings Protected (C)

Inspector note: Observed large gap at exit door outside of private dining room. Provide and ensure tight fitting
code 590.006/6-202.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on March 2, 2026: 8 findings appeared for the first time.

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