Re-inspection
Jan 27, 2026
Not scored
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Jan 27, 2026 · Original Source
Mobile Food Facility Prep Unit · San Diego County, CA
La Casa De Don Juan
1680 Hilltop Dr
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ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
8 inspectionsRoutine
Jan 20, 2026
A Grade
Official score: 96 · Understand this area’s scale
1 recorded violation
criticalCode 19Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Potable hot and cold water available
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Jan 20, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
Jan 16, 2025
A Grade
Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale
1 recorded violation
minorCode 42Other
Official wording
Proper identification on vehicle / cart
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Jan 16, 2025 · Original Source
Routine
Apr 30, 2024
A Grade
Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale
1 recorded violation
minorCode 25Other
Official wording
Food separated and protected; Limited Food Prep in food compartment
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Apr 30, 2024 · Original Source
Re-inspection
Apr 30, 2024
Not scored
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Apr 30, 2024 · Original Source
Routine
Apr 23, 2024
C Grade
Official score: 73 · Understand this area’s scale
10 recorded violations
minorCode —Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
1b. Food Handler Training
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuescriticalCode 5Handwashing
Official wording
Hands clean and properly washed; gloves used properly
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsminorCode 6Handwashing
Official wording
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied and accessible
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemscriticalCode 7Food temperature
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturecriticalCode 9Food temperature
Official wording
Proper cooling methods / Not allowed in Limited Food Preparation MFF
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturecriticalCode 13Contamination
Official wording
Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationminorCode 22Pests
Official wording
No rodents, insects, birds or animals
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode 34Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Equipment / Utensils - approved, installed, good repair, capacity; Equipment / Utensils / Linens - storage, use
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesminorCode 36Facility maintenance
Official wording
Adequate ventilation / lighting - designated areas, use
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesminorCode 37Pests
Official wording
Premises, personal / cleaning items, vermin-proofing; Garbage and refuse - properly disposed; Facilities maintained - clean surroundings
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Apr 23, 2024 · Original Source
Routine
Feb 12, 2024
A Grade
Official score: 99 · Understand this area’s scale
1 recorded violation
minorCode 39Other
Official wording
Compliance with fire safety requirements - first aid kit, emergency exit, self-closing lid on fryer
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Feb 12, 2024 · Original Source
Routine
Jan 11, 2023
A Grade
Official score: 100 · Understand this area’s scale
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Jan 11, 2023 · Original Source
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