Pollo Centro

• official resultFail
• resultFail
• inspection typeEating & Drinking
• failed findings8
• critical findings1

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Failed findings

• ⚠️(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical
  Inspector note: Food at front steam table 90-100F. Reheated for hot hodling. Monitor food temperatures to ensure safe holding temperatures.
  code 590.003/3-501.16-P1*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)
  Inspector note: Service counter hand sink out of soap. Ensure all hand sinks have soap and towels at all times.
  code 590.006/6-301.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Hand Drying Provision (Pf)
  Inspector note: Warewashing hand sink out of paper towels. Ensure all hand sinks have soap and towels at all times.
  code 590.006/6-301.12-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Common Name-Working Containers (Pf)
  Inspector note: Chemical spray bottle without label. Label chemicals to prevent contamination.
  code 590.007/7-102.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
  Inspector note: Shelves under kitchen tables covered with soiled aluminum foil. Discard foil and discontinue covering shelves.
  code 590.004/4-101.19-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
  Inspector note: Trash and debris in dumpster area. Clean to avoid attracting pests.
  code 590.004/4-602.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Toilet Room Receptacle Covered (C)
  Inspector note: Women's bathroom trash without cover. Provide covered trash bins.
  code 590.005/5-501.17-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)
  Inspector note: Basement floor pitted and damaged. Resurface for smooth cleanable floor.
  code 590.006/6-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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Compared with Pass on February 10, 2026: 8 findings appeared for the first time.

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