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Boulder County, CO

Sanchos Mexican

6545 Gunpark Drive

Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was Sanchos Mexican last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Aug 18, 2026. The result listed by Boulder County Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 6 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
1 inspection on record, from Aug 18, 2026 to Aug 18, 2026.
Has Sanchos Mexican ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 1 inspection record we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Aug 18, 2026.

The Full Inspection History

1 inspection

Routine

Aug 18, 2026

Pass

6 recorded violations

notedCode —Pests

Official Wording

6.203.13. Fly strips observed over food prep area. Insect control devices shall be installed so that the devices are not located over a food preparation area. Fly strips to be removed.

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 insects
notedCode —Handwashing

Official Wording

2-301.14(H) When to Wash (P). Observed cook changing tasks to put on gloves with no hand washing. Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms as specified under § 2-301.12 immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, unwrapped single use items. (A) After touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed portions of arms; (B) After using the toilet room; (C) After caring for or handling animals; (D) Except as specified in 2-401.11(B), after coughing, sneezing, using a handkerchief or disposable tissue, using tobacco, eating, or drinking; (E) After handling soiled equipment or utensils (F) During food preparation, as often as necessary to remove soil and contamination and to prevent cross contamination when changing tasks; (G) When switching between working with raw FOOD and working with READY-TO-EAT FOOD; (H) Before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with FOOD; and (I) After engaging in other activities that contaminate the hands. Education provided.

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 problems
notedCode —Handwashing

Official Wording

6-301.11 Handwashing Cleanser, Availability (Pf) 6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision (Pf). Handwashing sink next to prep station and dish sink area without soap, paper towels. Hand sinks must be equipped with soap and paper towels, be easily accessible, and have signage indicating employees must wash their hands. Manager will address issue.

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 problems
notedCode —Food temperature

Official Wording

3-202.11. Observed raw meat stored over cooked foods in walk in cooler and reach in cooler. Raw foods of animal origin should not be stored over cooked or ready to eat foods. Meats to be rearranged to the lower shelf and education provided.

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 temperature
notedCode —Food temperature

Official Wording

3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Date Marking (Pf) Some prepared/ cooked foods in the reach in cooler and walk in cooler observed without date labels. Foods that are time/temperature controlled for safety and held for more than 24 hours must be date marked and used within 7 days of preparation. Education provided.

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 temperature
notedCode —Food source and labeling

Official Wording

3-602.11(B)(5) Food Labels, Name of Major Food Allergens (Pf). No notification on site for customers in regards to inquiries about food allergens. Establishments shall notify consumers by written notification to inquire about information on major food allergens as ingredients. Education provided with inspection to owner.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from Boulder County Public Health, Aug 18, 2026 · Original Source

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