Su Taqueria El Rey Del Taco

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GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

Inspector’s notes

FOUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREAS NOT CLEAN. GARBAGE SPILLAGE, OLD EQUIPMENT, ETC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-020B. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.

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.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

MUST NOT USE TIN FOIL AS LINER FOR COOKING EQUIPMENT OR CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR FLOORS. MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE

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.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN REAR NEAR UTILITY SINK AND BELOW SHELVING UNITS.

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.

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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12 LABEL FOOD IN CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME AT STORAGE AREA

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.

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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

3-307.11 SPLASH GUARD IS NEEDED ON BOTH SIDE OF HANDWASHING SINK DUE TO SPACE AVAILABLE IS USED TO STORE FOOD AND FOOD CONTAINERS. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.

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.

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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15 MECHANICAL DRAIN AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK BROKEN.REPAIR ISSUE.

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.

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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

HANDWASH SINK AT BAR AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING INSIDE THE BOWL EMPTY SOAP DISPENSERAND A GLASS WITH CREAMY LIQUID INSIDE. IN FRONT AND SITE PLASTIC CONTAINERS FILLED WITH ITEMS (GLASSES AND OTHER KITCHEN UTENSILS) BUCKETS ETS. MUST REMOVE ITEMS MENTIONED.AREA PRESENTLY IN USE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C). CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION.

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.

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PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

Inspector’s notes

WE OBSERVED TCS FOOD STORED INSIDE THE REACH-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: 6LB COOKED RICE WITH CARROTS AND CORN IN SAUCE AT TEMP OF 49.8F TO 50.5F(FOOD WAS COOKED THE THE BEFORE);6LB OF WHITE COOKED RICE WITH CARROTS AND CORN AT TEMP OF 49.2F TO 53F.GARLIC IN OIL(1/2 POUND) AT TEMP 48F( FOOD WAS COOKED TWO DAYS AGO,ACCORDING FROM LABEL PROVIDED WITH PRODUCTS) ; EMPANADAS REFILLED WITH SHRIMP AT TEMP OF 49.7F TO 51F.COOKED MUSSELS IN HALF SHELL AT TEMP OF 48.7F;7 EACH OF ONE QUART OF HALF & HALF AT TEMP OF 50.1F TO 51F.COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 41F AND BELOW. FOOD MENTIONED WAS DISCARDED AND DENATURED.POUNDS 25,VALUE 200.PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED.

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.

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CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

Inspector’s notes

CONSUMER ADVISORY POSTED ON SITE, HOWEVER NO REMINDER (IN THE MENU), AND DISCLOSURE (BY THE FOOD ITEMS) FOR ALL UNDERCOOKED FOODS(STEAKS,FISH ETC). MUST INDICATE ON MENU "COOK TO ORDER" PHRASE FOR EGGS, STEAKS, FISH ETC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

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.

Official wording

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

LABEL FOOD IN CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME AT STORAGE AREA

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.

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

SPLASH GUARD IS NEEDED ON BOTH SIDE OF HANDWASHING SINK DUE TO SPACE AVAILABLE IS USED TO STORE FOOD AND FOOD CONTAINERS. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.

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.

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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

MECHANICAL DRAIN AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK BROKEN.REPAIR ISSUE.

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.

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PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 12-5-2024,REPORT# 2608507 47)4-101.11(B, C, D, E): MUST NOT USE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS AS FOOD CONTAINERS INSIDE THE CHEST FREEZERS. MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD BOXES AS FOOD CONTAINERS. MUST USE WASHABLE CONTAINERS OR FOOD GRADE DISPOSABLE PLASTIC BAGS. #49) 4-602.13: ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS, UTILITY CONNECTIONS AND EQUIPMENT SURFACES BEHIND AND INSIDE COOKING EQUIPMENTS.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #51) 5-205.15: REPAIR LEAKING HOT WATER HANDLE AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT BAR AREA,ALSO REPAIR LEAKING PIPE UNDER HANDWASHING SINK AT SAME AREA. #55 )6-201.12: GREASE BUILD-UP ON FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENTS,ALSO DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVES AND ALONG BASEBOARDS IN STORAGE AREA.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN #57) 2-102.13: ADDITIONAL FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED ON SITE,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

ADDITIONAL FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED ON SITE,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE

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.

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

GREASE BUILD-UP ON FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENTS,ALSO DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVES AND ALONG BASEBOARDS IN STORAGE AREA.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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.

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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.

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.

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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

MUST NOT USE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS AS FOOD CONTAINERS INSIDE THE CHEST FREEZERS. MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD BOXES AS FOOD CONTAINERS. MUST USE WASHABLE CONTAINERS OR FOOD GRADE DISPOSABLE PLASTIC BAGS.

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.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS, UTILITY CONNECTIONS AND EQUIPMENT SURFACES BEHIND AND INSIDE COOKING EQUIPMENTS.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

REPAIR LEAKING HOT WATER HANDLE AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT BAR AREA,ALSO REPAIR LEAKING PIPE UNDER HANDWASHING SINK AT SAME AREA.

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.

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GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

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.

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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Inspector’s notes

NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES PROVIDED ON SITE FOR THE NEW CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS

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.