Restaurant Information


Facility ID 2060018631
Restaurant Name Senor Taco Mexican Grill
Phone Number +19802993219
Last Inspection Date 2018-08-01
Last Inspection Score 97

Inspection Results


Inspections
Inspection Date Score Type
2018-08-01 97 routine
2017-11-30 97 routine
2017-08-22 97 routine
2017-06-12 96 routine
2017-02-27 complaint
2017-02-21 94 routine
2016-11-16 complaint
2016-09-22 followup
2016-09-13 94 routine
2016-08-30 initial
Violations
Violation Date Code Description
2018-08-01 47 4-601.11(c )/4-602.13 keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. - observed cleaning needed on the walk in cooler shelves, drying rack shelves and around the fryers.
2018-08-01 45 general comment 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. - observed split gaskets on both doors of the flip top prep unit and the other prep unit on the cook line. replace gaskets.
2018-08-01 37 3-305.14 food preparation - c - observed cilantro stored on shelves that need cleaning. cdi - cilantro was washed again, placed in a colander and then moved to the walk in cooler.
2018-08-01 13 3-304.15(a) discard gloves after a task is complete or any time they are damaged or soiled. -p - observed an employee crack raw shell eggs with gloves then touch a fork, a bowl and a spatula with the same gloves. cdi - explained violation to the employee
2017-11-30 42 4-901.11(a) air dry equipment and utensils after cleaning and sanitizing.observed pans stacked wet on the drying rack.
2017-11-30 39 3-304.14(b) hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses.observed wet wiping cloths stored on prep surface.
2017-11-30 37 3-305.11 store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. keep at least 6 inches above the floor.observed food stored on the floor in walk-in freezer.
2017-11-30 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. -pfobserved shredded chicken and chicken wings in walk-in cooler cooling while covered
2017-08-22 36 6-501.111 keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. observed fruit flies in back storage area next to walk-in freezer door, and in front kitchen area next to handsink. pic will continue to use approved pest control methods to control fl
2017-08-22 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. -pfobserved refried beans cooling in deep container. cdi moved to shallow pan.
2017-08-22 20 3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 45f or less. -p observed shredded chicken, refried beans, and intestines sitting on food prep table cooling. all food items < 135f. cdi- moved all food items to walk-in cooler for rapid cooling. observe
2017-06-12 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 jalapeno peppers cooling in walk-in cooler in tighly covered containers. c
2017-06-12 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 2 containers of seasoning beside grill with labels removed.
2017-06-12 37 3-305.11 food storage-preventing contamination from the premises - observed open bags of flour and sugar.
2017-06-12 4 2-401.11 cover and store employee drinks to prevent contamination of food or utensils. observed employee beverage stored on prep cooler. cdi by moving to bottom of table.
2017-06-12 45 4-501.11 good repair and proper adjustment-equipment - c obsevred damaged cooler door gaskets.
2017-06-12 52 5-501.113(b) keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. observed lids open on dumpster.
2017-06-12 39 3-304.14(b) hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses.observed wet wiping cloths stored on food prep tables.
2017-02-21 8 observed no hand wash sign posted in woman's room. cdi - sign posted.6-301.14 post a handwash sign at each handsink.
2017-02-21 13 observed unwashed produce including lettuce over ready to eat pinto beans in walk in. cdi - moved3-302.11(a) separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. -p
2017-02-21 21 observed salsa dated 2/7 and mozzarella dated 2/13. cdi - discarded.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
2017-02-21 39 observed wiping cloths throughout soiled not stored in sanitizer.3-304.14(b) hold in-use wiping cloths in sanitizer between uses.
2017-02-21 42 observed plates stored on rack in contact with mixer soiled.4-903.11 store cleaned equipment, utensils, linens and packages in a clean, dry location and at least 6 inches off the floor.
2017-02-21 41 observed scoops with no handles in spices. observed scoop for rice in water at room temperature.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
2017-02-21 51 observed no covered trash can in woman's restroom.5-501.17 provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms.
2017-02-21 52 observed trash collecting in dumpster blind.5-501.115 discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance.
2017-02-21 53 observed interior of walk in floor chipping, wall damaged near hand sink, tile damaged on outside threshold of walk in cooler, absorbent and damaged ceiling tiles in food preparation areas.6-201.11 floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed
2017-02-21 54 observed residue collecting on interior hood ansul system, dust on the filters, and drips on hood.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.
2017-02-21 45 observed right 2 door refrigerator door gasket damaged.4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair.
2016-09-13 14 4-601.11(a) equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -pf observed dried food debris on meat slicer. cdi by wash, rinse, and sanitize.
2016-09-13 45 4-501.11 maintain equipment in good repair. observed flip top prep cooler and walk-in cooler operating > 45f. ambient air temperature observed at 50f for both units.
2016-09-13 26 7-102.11 label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-pf observed unlabeled spray bottle of degreaser. cdi by labeling.
2016-09-13 21 3-501.17 date mark/label all tcs foods that are ready-to-eat once opened or prepared and held more than 24hrs. -pf observed cooked pinto beans, open deli meat (turkey, ham), and open container of cole slaw, without date mark. cdi by voluntary discard by p
2016-09-13 20 3-501.16(a)(2) maintain tcs foods in cold holding at 45f or less. -p observed chorizo, raw ground beef, pork taco meat, cole slaw, stored in flip-top prep cooler > 45f. cdi by voluntary discard by pic. verification required within 10 days. pic has called
2016-09-13 8 6-301.12 provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -pf no hand towels in mens restroom. cdi added hand towels.
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This data was provided by Mecklenburg County, Environmental Health inspections and last updated on Jan 17, 2019. Dataset contains 2631 restaurants inspected in Mecklenburg County.

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