Restaurant Information


Facility ID 2060016765
Restaurant Name Three Amigos Restaurant
Phone Number +17045361851
Last Inspection Date 2019-01-03
Last Inspection Score 96

Inspection Results


Inspections
Inspection Date Score Type
2019-01-03 96 routine
2018-10-03 93 routine
2018-06-18 94 routine
2017-12-12 95 routine
2017-10-09 95 routine
2017-05-17 followup
2017-05-15 followup
2017-05-12 followup
2017-05-11 95 routine
2016-12-20 94 routine
2016-08-25 followup
2016-08-23 94 routine
2016-04-22 95 routine
2015-12-03 95 routine
2015-09-01 complaint
2015-07-09 complaint
2015-07-01 94 routine
2015-01-12 96 routine
2014-08-25 96 routine
2014-04-28 95 routine
2013-11-25 94 routine
2013-07-31 95 routine
2013-04-03 96 routine
2013-01-02 95 routine
Violations
Violation Date Code Description
2019-01-03 31 3-501.15 quickly cool foods. use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -pf observed cabeza and refried beans cooled in too great of volume . cdi discarded.
2019-01-03 20 3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 41f or less. -p observed chicken and asada at 42 degrees should be less than 41. -0points-
2019-01-03 18 3-501.14(a) quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135f to 70f; and within a total of 6 hours from 135f to 45f. -p observed cabeza and refried beans cooled from last night at 49 degrees . cdi discarded.
2019-01-03 6 2-301.14 wash hands after handling soiled equipment or utensils and before food preparation, handling clean equipment and utensils and unwrapped single-use/single-service articles. -p observed dishwasher handling dirty dishes and then handle clean dishes
2018-10-03 48 5-103.11(b) provide sufficient hot water to meet the peak hot water demands.-pf observed hot water to only reach 105. repair technician called and is to arrive soon. advised that if water could not reach at least 120 that facility should not open. wil
2018-10-03 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed gaskets on low boy 1 , prep unit 1, and low boy 2 in need of replacement.
2018-10-03 36 6-501.111 keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. observed live roach at prep sink.
2018-10-03 31 3-501.15 quickly cool foods. use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -pf observed refried beans cooled in too great of volume and covered. cdi time window
2018-10-03 21 3-501.18 discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -p observed black beans held 9 days in walk in. cdi discarded.
2018-10-03 18 3-501.14(a) quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135f to 70f; and within a total of 6 hours from 135f to 45f. -p observed two large pans of refried beans cooled from last night and at 52 and 55 degrees. cdi discarded.
2018-06-18 14 4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf observed numerous pans stored as clean with visible food debris as well as numerous utensils . cdi all items taken to dishmachine to rewash.4-602.11 clean th
2018-06-18 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed numerous gaskets in need of replacement in numerous prep units. repeat.
2018-06-18 20 3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 45f or less. -p observed steak , chicken , chorizo and tomatoes all being held at greater than 45 degrees in grill drawers . cdi discarded beef and chicken chorizo and tomatoes taken to walk in to coo
2018-06-18 53 6-501.11 floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. observed broken tiles in ice machine area. -0 points-
2018-06-18 52 5-501.115 maintaining refuse areas and enclosures - c observed dumpster area in need of cleaning. -0 points-
2017-12-12 54 6-202.11 shield the lights or provide shatter-resistant bulbs in areas of exposed food, equipment, utensils, linens or single-use articles. observed plastic light shield missing in the water heater/dish storage area.
2017-12-12 47 4-601.11(c )/4-602.13 keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. observed sticker debris on the exterior of several bus tub containers stored as clean. observed equipment surfaces in the kitchen collecting dust/debris/gre
2017-12-12 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed split gasket on reach in cooler. points for this violation were reduced to half due to facility repairing items mentioned in the last inspection, as well as no temperature violations noted due to gaske
2017-12-12 42 4-901.11(a) air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. observed several wet stacked containers in the dish area. dishes must be allowed to air dry to provide proper sanitizer contact time, and to prevent any remaining pathogens left ov
2017-12-12 37 3-305.11 store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. keep at least 6 inches above the floor. observed recently delivered food product boxes stored directly on the floor of the walk in cooler. items were moved to storage racks befo
2017-12-12 26 7-207.11 store labeled, employee medications to prevent contamination. -p observed employee pill bottle stored above clean utensils in the dish area. item was removed by pic.
2017-12-12 21 3-501.18 discard the food requiring date labels once time/temperature window has expired, if it is not been labeled, or if the label is incorrect. -p observed cooked beef product dated for 12/3/17 in the prep line reach in cooler. item had exceeded the d
2017-12-12 14 4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf observed a mixing blade, juicer lid, and several metal containers stored as clean with food debris still present on the food contact surfaces. items were remo
2017-12-12 4 2-401.11 cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. observed employee coffee cup and snack item stored in the prep line area above a food prep surface. employee food items should be kept in a segregated area away from f
2017-10-09 38 2-303.11 remove jewelry on hands and arms while preparing food. a plain ring, such as a wedding band, is allowed. observed an employee wearing an ornate ring, only plain wedding bands are allowed. pic informed.
2017-10-09 14 4-602.11 clean the equipment and utensils used with nontcs foods as required to avoid contamination. observed slight black debris accumulated on the ice machine shield.
2017-10-09 20 a reminder: all cold foods must be held at 41°f beginning january 1, 2019.3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 45f or less. -p observed overstacked pico and cheese at the front prep area flip top. items were above 45f. excess product wa
2017-10-09 39 3-304.14(d) maintain dry wiping cloths free of visible debris and soil. maintain sanitizer containers for in-use cloths free of visible debris and soil. observed dry wiping cloths used in the grill area collecting large amount of residue and debris. ch
2017-10-09 54 6-305.11/6-501.110 designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. observed employee car keys and personal items stored throughout the kitchen area. provide an orderly storage area for such items.
2017-10-09 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed broken gasket on a drawer, under grill cooler.
2017-10-09 53 6-501.11 floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. observed some damage to the floors and walls, overall facility is in good repair. dama
2017-10-09 42 4-901.11(a) air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. observed one stack of metal pots and pans wet stacked. ensure that equipment is allowed to air dry before stacking.
2017-05-11 20 3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 45f or less. -p observed items in a flip top cooler above 50f, indicated by chart. items had been left in the cooler overnight, all items discarded by pic. repairman called for cooler during inspectio
2017-05-11 26 7-102.11 label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-pf observed bottle of degreaser not labelled in the rear dish machine area. labelled by pic.
2017-05-11 41 3-304.12 store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles out, in 135f or greater water or in running water which quickly moves food particles to the drain. observed several dry good scoops stored with handles in contact with the product.
2017-05-11 42 4-901.11(a) air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. observed small amount of wet stacked pots in the rear dish area. allow pots to air dry before stacking.
2017-05-11 1 2-102.12 pic shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. pic at time of inspection observed to not be a certified food protection manager.
2017-05-11 46 4-302.14 provide a test kit that accurately measures sanitizer concentrations. -pf observed facility quat strips wet and unable to be used at time of inspection. replaced by employee during inspection.
2017-05-11 53 6-501.11 floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. observed wall damage in some areas of the kitchen, such as areas in need of repainting/
2017-05-11 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed split gaskets on several reach in refrigerator units, such as the flip top underneath cooler, and the raw meat drawers.
2016-12-20 54 6-501.14 change the filters and clean the intake and exhaust air ducts so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt or other materials. observed vents throughout kiitchen area with dust accumulated.
2016-12-20 53 6-501.11 floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. observed floor/wall/ceiling damage throughout facility in need of repair.
2016-12-20 45 4-502.11(a) maintain utensils in good repair. observed several metal pans/lids dented or damaged. insure these items are replaced or repaired when damage occurs.
2016-12-20 35 3-302.12 label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. observed small sauce container squeeze bottles unlabelled in kitchen area. insure all squeeze bottles are labelled with the content
2016-12-20 26 | 7-102.11 label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-pf observed a degreaser spray bottle unlabelled at time of inspection. cdi by employee labelling.
2016-12-20 14 4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf observed stacked lexan pans with sticker debris on the exterior of the pans, such that the debris contacts the interior of the stacked pan. cdi by employee re
2016-12-20 8 6-301.12 provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -pf observed no paper towels available at the kitchen area handsink at time of inspection. cdi by employee refill. insure employees are informed that when the last t
2016-08-23 18 3-501.14(a) quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135f to 70f; and within a total of 6 hours from 135f to 45f. -p observed two very deep and covered containers of beans in walk in cooler cooling over 6 hrs at 53 and 60 degrees. observed deep pans
2016-08-23 8 2-301.15 only wash hands in handwashing sink.-pf observed employee handling raw chicken washing hands in dish sink with no soap or towels. cdi- employee corrected, washed hands with soap, water, and towels at handsink.
2016-08-23 26 7-102.11 label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-pf observed unlabeled spray bottle of bleach at dish machine. bottle labeled.
2016-08-23 14 4-501.114 maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. -p chlorine sanitizer had run out at dish machine reading 0 ppm, dishe being washed and not sanitized. cdi- pic replaced sanitizer, observed at 100 ppm. dishes re-washed a
2016-08-23 34 4-204.112 provide and position correctly an air thermometer in cold/hot holding equipment. observed no thermometer inside drawer cooler, pic placed thermometer in cooler.
2016-08-23 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed one fridge unit near dish rack with a condensation leak inside, needing repair.general comment: will follow up within 10 days with cooling procedures due to repeat violations.
2016-08-23 31 3-501.15 quickly cool foods. use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -pf observed several instances of improper cooling methods in use such as: deep bucket
2016-04-22 53 general comment 6-501.11 floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. - observed cracked/broken floor tiles by the back door. replace tiles.
2016-04-22 47 4-601.11(c )/4-602.13 keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. - observed general cleaning need on and in equipment.
2016-04-22 45 repeat violation 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. - observed split gaskets on the reach in cooler at the bar. replace gaskets.observed a leak on the ceiling in the walk in cooler. contact maintenance to repair.
2016-04-22 18 repeat violation 3-501.14(a) quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135f to 70f; and within a total of 6 hours from 135f to 45f. -p - observed 2 containers of salsa in the reach in from 4/18 and 4/19. both containers were 50f. observed refried bea
2016-04-22 8 5-205.11 maintain access to handsinks. handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-pf - observed a plastic container and a spoon in the handsink in the kitchen. cdi - items were removed. do not store anything in the handsink.
2016-04-22 7 general comment 3-301.11(b) do not contact exposed ready-to-eat food with bare hands. use suitable utensils, single-use gloves or dispensing equipment.-p - observed an employee at the bar cutting limes with bare hands. cdi - explained that gloves need to
2015-12-03 8 5-202.12 provide at least 100f water at handsinks.-pf - observed the mens restroom handsink at 85f and the womens at 94f. adjust to maintain at least 100f. verification required 12/11/2015
2015-12-03 31 3-501.15 quickly cool foods. use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -pf - observed a large container of salsa cooling in the reach in with a lid. salsa wa
2015-12-03 18 3-501.14(a) quickly cool cooked foods within 2 hours from 135f to 70f; and within a total of 6 hours from 135f to 45f. -p - observed rice and salsa in the reach in unit above 45f. both items were made yesterday. cdi - items discarded.
2015-12-03 45 repeat violation 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. - observed spit gaskets on the prep unit and 2 reach in coolers. replace gaskets.
2015-12-03 42 4-901.11(a) air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing. - observed metal pans stacked wet.
2015-07-01 53 6-201.11 floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability - c; keep floors, walls and ceilings in good repair and clean; observed possible load bearing concreate wall destroyed to install unapproved walk-in cooler with a surface left behind that is not smooth and
2015-07-01 45 4-205.10 food equipment, certification and classification - censure that any equipment that is installed is reviewed and approved by public health governing bodies; observed new walk-in cooler that needs on site plan review in order to operate.4-101.19 no
2015-07-01 14 4-601.11 (a) equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils - p; properly wash, rinse and sanitize food contact surfaces; observed numerous containers stored clean with sticker / food debris stuck to surfaces. rvr
2015-07-01 13 3-302.11 packaged and unpackaged food-separation, packaging, and segregation - p properly store raw meats to prevent comtamination; observed raw shell eggs stored above rte shredded cheese in walk-in cooler. cdi eggs moved to safe location.
2015-01-12 52 (general comment)5-501.115 maintaining refuse areas and enclosures - c; keep dumpster area clean; observed over flowing trash at dumpster area in need of pick-up.
2015-01-12 45 4-202.11 food-contact surfaces-cleanability - pf; keep equipment in good repair; observed split/torn gaskets on numerous cooling unit doors; observed broken lids on bulk dry food bins in need of replacing.
2015-01-12 42 4-901.11 equipment and utensils, air-drying required - c; properly air dry; observed numerous containers stacked wet in kitchen area.
2015-01-12 14 4-601.11 (a) equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils - p; properly wash, rinse and sanitize food contact surfaces; observed numerous containers stored clean with food debris stuck to surfaces; observed dicer stored clean w
2015-01-12 13 3-302.11 packaged and unpackaged food-separation, packaging, and segregation - p; properly store raw meats; observed raw ground pork stored above rte peppers and vegetables; cdi pork stored properly.
2014-08-25 14 4-601.11 (a) equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils; properly wash, rinse and sanitize; observed numerous containers stored clean with food debris stuck to surfaces; observed numeorus customer cups stored clean with food
2014-08-25 42 4-901.11 equipment and utensils, air-drying required; properly air dry; observed numerous containers and cups stacked wet in kitchen area.4-903.11 (a), (b) and (d) equipment, utensils, linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing; do not stor
2014-08-25 47 4-602.13 nonfood contact surfaces; keep non-food contact surfaces clean; observed lids to bulk dry food containers collecting debris in need of cleaning; observed shelving throughout establishment in need of cleaning.
2014-08-25 45 4-202.11 food-contact surfaces-cleanability; keep equipment in good repair; observed split/torn gaskets on several stand up refrigerators in need of repair.
2014-08-25 53 6-201.11 floors, walls and ceilings-cleanability; keep floors clean to facilitate cleaning; observed flooring underneath all equipment in need of cleaning; observed large container of soiled rags laying on floor of back room.
2014-08-25 52 5-501.15 outside receptacles; keep outside dumpster contained; observed dumpster having lids open and doors open with trash stored on ground around dumpster in need of removal.
2014-04-28 52 keep dumpster can doors and lids closed to prevent rodent harborage; keep dumpster area clean; observed both lids and doors to dumpster can open; observed trrash overflowing onto ground around dumpster.
2014-04-28 42 .4-901.11 equipment and utensils, air-drying required; properly air dry; observed numerous containers stacked wet in kitchen area.
2014-04-28 37 (general comment)3-305.11 food storage-preventing contamination from the premises; properly store food products to prevent contamination; observed bags of flour and containers of spices stored uncovered exposed to contamination.
2014-04-28 31 3-501.15 cooling methods; properly coole phf products using approved methods; observed large containers of cooked ground beef and hot queso cooling at room temperature measuring 140130 degrees f; cdi items transferred into shallow pans and placed into coo
2014-04-28 14 4-601.11 (a) equipment, food-contact surfaces, nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils; properly wash, rinse and sanitize food contact surfaces; observed numerous containers stored clean with sticker residue stuck to surfaces; containers pulled and placed
2014-04-28 13 3-302.11 packaged and unpackaged food-separation, packaging, and segregation; properly store raw meats products; observed raw chicken stored above raw beef in stand-up refrigerator; cdi all raw meats properly stored according to final cooking temperature.
2014-04-28 4 2-401.11 eating, drinking, or using tobacco; properly stiored employee drinks; observed numerous employees drinks stored on shelving with and above food products. cdi drinks discarded.
2013-11-25 14 properly wash, rinse and sanitize; observed numerous containers stored clean with food debris stuck to surfaces; containers pulled and placed into dirty dish pit. observed dish machine not properly sanitizing during rinse cycle; maintenance called made du
2013-11-25 42 properly air dry; observed numerous containers stacked wet in kitchen area.
2013-11-25 45 keep equipment in good repair; observed numerous plastic container damaged/melted in need of replacing/discarding.
2013-11-25 23 provide consumer advisory for raw meats served raw or undercooked; observed eggs on menu cooked to order with no advisory posted. cdi education; handouts given to staff regarding advisory info.
2013-11-25 53 (general comment) keep floors clean; observed flooring in need of cleaning throughout.
2013-11-25 47 keep all non-food contact surfaces clean; observed all equipment collecting debris in need of cleaning.
2013-07-31 47 keep equipment clean; observed food debris collected on surfaces of kitchen equipment in need of cleaning.
2013-07-31 42 properly air dry; observed numerous containers stacked wet in kitchen area.
2013-07-31 37 properly protect food contamination during storage; observed numerous dry food bins large and small uncovered exposed to contamination. all food properly covered during inspection.
2013-07-31 14 properly wash, rinse and sanitize food contact surfaces; observed utensils and containers stored clean with food debris stuck to surfaces; utensils and containers pulled and placed into dirty dish pit.
2013-07-31 13 properly store raw meat products; observed raw chicken stored above raw beef in stand up refrigerator; all raw meats properly stored according to final cooking temperature.
2013-04-03 47 keep non-food contact surfaces clean; observed shelving throughout in need of cleaning ; observed surfaces of cooking equipment collecting debris in need of cleaning.
2013-04-03 14 properly wash; rinse and sanitize food contact surfaces; observed spatulas; plates and containers stored clean with food debris/sticker residue stuck to surfaces in need of cleaning. spatula; plates and containers pulled and placed into dirty dish pit to
2013-04-03 13 properly store raw meats products; observed raw corizo pork sausage stored above raw shrimp; raw beef; raw pork in stand up refrigerator; observed raw chicken stored above rae beef in reach-in refrigerator. all raw meats properly stored according to final
2013-01-02 42 properly store clean utensils and equipment; observed numerous plastic lids stored inside large dirty containers.
2013-01-02 51 keep restroom doors self-closing; observed mens restroom door not self closing.
2013-01-02 47 keep non-food contact surfaces clean; observed inside bottom surfaces of stand refrigerator and freezer collecting food debris in need of cleaning; observed large bus tubs collecting food debris in need of cleaning; tubs used to store plastic lids; observ
2013-01-02 13 properly store raw meat products; observed large containers of raw chicken stored above raw shrimp and raw beef in kitchen area; raw meats properly stored according to final cooking temperature.
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