Routine
Sep 3, 2025
4 recorded violations
Official wording
3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (P) Observation: Employee raw shell eggs were stored above ready-to-eat foods in the walk-in cooler. Code Citation: Raw eggs must be stored in a way to prevents cross-contamination of other foods. Correction: Raw was moved upon request. Education provided.
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 contaminationOfficial wording
3-501.16(A)(2) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding (P) Observation: Raw chorizo, al pastor, chicken and fajitas between 45-47°F in the deli glass cooler. Also, observed a 2% gallon of milk at 50°F in the reach-in cooler in front of the store. Code Citation: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, TCS foods shall be maintained at 41 deg F or less. Correction: Ice and water were added directly to the hotel pans containing the raw meat. A gallon of milk was discarded. The owner will have the refrigerator service.
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 temperatureOfficial wording
6-501.111 Controlling Pests (C) Observation: Observed a large presence of flies throughout the facility. Code Citation: The PREMISES shall be maintained free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Continue efforts to eliminate and/or reduce pests using approved pest control methods as per (C) Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under §§ 7-202.12, 7-206.12, and 7-206.13. Correction: Education provided.
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 wording
4-202.11 Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf). Observation: Cutting boards in disrepair throughout the facility. Code Citation: Food contact surfaces shall remain smooth and free of breaks, cracks or other imperfections. Correction: Education provided.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Boulder County Public Health, Sep 3, 2025 · Original Source