Taqueria El Ranchito

August 2, 2011 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeComplaint Re-Inspection
failed findings16
critical findings4

Failed findings

Previous Serious Violation Corrected, 7-42-090critical

Inspector note: Previous serious violation not corrected: 7-26-2011, report #557461: 18-Evidence of live insects found on premises. Observed 7 live roaches in basement and several other areas (womens washroom, under 3 compartment sink, under chest freezer). Also, numerous (hundreds) live gnats and houseflies thru-out premises in prep, basement, dining and storage area. Flies on walls, ceiling, food containers and equipment, in boxes of dried chilis etc) Rodent activity found on premises. Found mice droppings-approximately 30 plus on storage shelves in basement. Instructed to remove all live pest activity, detail clean and sanitize all areas/utensils/equipment and have licensed pest control service premises. 29-#32 Must replace broken gaskets on reach in cooler doors at rear prep area and seal rusty bottom of two prep tables. #33-Must clean-sanitize coolers, freezers, bar area cabinets, all cooking equipment, microwave ovens, storage shelves thru-out basement, exposed sinks and exterior of ice machine. #35-Must seal openings thru-out kitchen and basement walls and ceilings, clean walls thru-out same areas repair north wall near walk-in cooler near kitchen and clean hood and filters above cooking equipment. #41-Excessive clutter thru-out kitchen and basement must remove unnecessary articles, clean and organize to prevent pest harbonage. Articles must be stored off floor, away from walls. Critical citation issued 7-42-090.
code 14Priority
certified manager paperwork missingcritical

Official wording: Facilities To Maintain Proper Temperature
Inspector note: "Held for Inspection" tag remains.
code 2Priority
Source Of Cross Contamination Controlled I.E. Cutting Boards, Food Handlers, Utensils, Etccritical

Inspector note: violation #04 now corrected.
code 4Priority
handwashing sink issuescritical

Official wording: Sanitizing Rinse For Equipment And Utensils: Clean, Proper Temperature, Concentration, Exposure Time
Inspector note: Violation #08 now corrected.
code 8Priority
toxic items stored near food

Official wording: No Evidence Of Rodent Or Insect Outer Openings Protected/Rodent Proofed, A Written Log Shall Be Maintained Available To The Inspectors
Inspector note: Violation has been upgraded to Critical
code 18
toxic chemicals mishandled

Official wording: Previous Minor Violation(S) Corrected 7-42-090
Inspector note: Violation has been upgraded to Critical
code 29
Food In Original Container, Properly Labeled: Customer Advisory Posted As Needed

Inspector note: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
code 30
Clean Multi-Use Utensils And Single Service Articles Properly Stored: No Reuse Of Single Service Articles

Inspector note: Multi use utensils not proerly stored. Instructed to properly stored cleaned utensils inverted to prevent ccontamination before use.
code 31
Food And Non-Food Contact Surfaces Properly Designed, Constructed And Maintained

Inspector note: Cutting boards not maintained in prep area. Instructed to replace all worn cutting boards.----Install proper disposable towel dipensers at all hand sinks, provide covers for soap dispensers.-----Provide tight fitting lids for garbage containers through-out.-----Remove all crates used for shelving, provide proper raised shelving to facilitate cleaning.
code 32
food prep surfaces dirty

Official wording: Food And Non-Food Contact Equipment Utensils Clean, Free Of Abrasive Detergents
Inspector note: Fan covers and sinks not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize. Clean all equipment and containers (greasetraps, sinks, coolers/cabinets etc), remove all grease, dirt, food debris etc.
code 33
Floors: Constructed Per Code, Cleaned, Good Repair, Coving Installed, Dust-Less Cleaning Methods Used

Inspector note: Floors thru-out premises not cleaned or maintained. Instructed to detail clean floor in prep and basement and remove excessive water on basement floor and replace missing floor tile in prep and storage areas. Clean all floor drains through-out, remove food debris.
code 34
Walls, Ceilings, Attached Equipment Constructed Per Code: Good Repair, Surfaces Clean And Dust-Less Cleaning Methods

Inspector note: Light and ventilation covers/ceiling tiles thru-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean, remove accumulated dust. Must replace all missing wall and coving tile and seal all openings and gaps. Stainless steel panel behind cooking equipment not maintained. Instructed to remove or properly attach to wall.----Replace missing/broken weather stripping between 2 outermost front doors.---Remove dead flies from windowsill.----Rear screendoor must be repaired to open outward.
code 35
thermometers missing

Official wording: Lighting: Required Minimum Foot-Candles Of Light Provided, Fixtures Shielded
Inspector note: Adequate light not provided in basement. Instructed to install more light. Light bulb not shielded in basement walk-in freezer. Instructed to sheild bulb.
code 36
pests in the house

Official wording: Ventilation: Rooms And Equipment Vented As Required: Plumbing: Installed And Maintained
Inspector note: Must raise or adjust tension spring on basement sprayer to keep it above rim of sink.
code 38
Refrigeration And Metal Stem Thermometers Provided And Conspicuous

Inspector note: Thermometers not provided inside prep coolers. Instructed to provide thermometers conspicuous inside coolers.
code 40
Food (Ice) Dispensing Utensils, Wash Cloths Properly Stored

Inspector note: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.
code 43

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on July 26, 2011: 2 findings appeared for the first time. 14 findings recurred. 1 previous finding did not recur.

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