FEB 9
2024
PASSED
6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF DALLAS
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AVILA'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT.
BEAT. 35/100
4714 MAPLE AVE · OAK LAWN, DALLAS
Last inspected February 9, 2024 · passed
44 critical violations on file. Recent issues warrant caution.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
18
18 passed
VIOLATIONS
137
includes 44 critical
RECORDS COVER
7 YEARS
since Oct 2016
INSPECTION HISTORY
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Clean inside dirty microwaves and observed sanitizer bucket @ >200ppm Cl
*29 Cold/hot hold unit thermometer easily viewable
Provide thermometer inside RIC
*32 Damaged Equipment
Replace torn gasket on RIC
*36 Containers of chemical sanitizing solutions stored off the floor and used in a manner that preve
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
Lift chips buckets off floor 6' inches
*39 Store all equipment & utensil covered or inverted
Invert serving plates
AUG 82023PASSED8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 8
2023
PASSED
8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed chicken @ 110 F
*10 Sanitization after Cleaning
Observed chlorine concentration @ dish machine too low (10ppm Cl)
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
provide covers for food on hot hold table and loose cover for pastry cooling down
*39 Store all equipment & utensil covered or inverted
invert plates on prep line and RIC light in front area
*41 Food Labeling - Bulk Food w/ Card or Sign
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair leak on faucet @ utility sink (observe to be loose too) and damaged floor tiles
*47 Handwashing signage
@ every hand wash sink
FEB 272023PASSED9 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 27
2023
PASSED
9 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed poblano pepper @ 49.6 F and potato & veggies @ 90 F
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
Do not store raw steak over RTE sauces in RIC
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed beef at 98.6 F
*14 Hands wash procedures-without soap
*39 Utensils, single serve items 6 inches off - floor
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
clean dirty floors, walls, under & around equipment
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
*22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
*32 Food-contact surfaces. smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable
Remove dirty, soaked towel from inside poblano container
JUL 292022PASSED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 29
2022
PASSED
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Clean inside ice machine (mold) ad inside dirty microwave
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
Repair leak under utility sink by server station
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
*31 Handwashing lavatory - accessible
Handsink in kitchen not easily accessible
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean dirty venthood
*44 Trash can provided for papertowel waste
*47 Other Violations
Post 'inspection report available' and 'choking poster' sign
DEC 62021PASSED4 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 6
2021
PASSED
4 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed red salsa at 50 Degrees F in RIC.
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw eggs stored over cooked food in RIC.
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
Observed dirty floor behind ice machine.
*45 Lockers to be used to store personal items
Store all personal items in appropriate place.
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MAY 192021PASSED4 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 19
2021
PASSED
4 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed pico 50 degrees F, cheese 47.3 degrees F, cheese 52 degrees F.
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw beef over RTE
*37 Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
Observed canola oil stored outside
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed tongs stored on stove handle
NOV 182020PASSED7 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
NOV 18
2020
PASSED
7 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed debris in salt
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw shelled eggs over RTE
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Observed chemical spray bottles and sanitizer bucket w/ no label
*32 Nonfood surfaces-design to be cleaned easily
Observed cardboard used as shelf liner in WIC
*37 Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
Observed cooking oil stored outdoors
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed ice scoop handle in ice
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair cold water to hand sink near employee restroom
OCT 132020PASSED13 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 13
2020
PASSED
13 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
*01 Cooling -- within 2 hours, 135-70øF
Observed food placed in WIC still hot
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed debris in salt or sugar
*09 Food protected cross contamination separating types of raw animal food storage, preparation, hol
Observed raw chicken over beef
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty inside microwave, dirty can opener blade
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Observed spray bottle w/ no label
*28 Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
Observed improper date marking. Date mark for 7 days (Prep day counts as day 1)
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Herbs and spices not covered, food in WIC not covered.
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed bowl in sugar container.
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Observed bulk dry ingredients w/ no label
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Observed dirty walls, ceiling
*43 Ventilation systems:no public health hazard
Replace vent cover in kitchen. Replace fan cover in WIC.
*44 Trash can provided for papertowel waste
Provide trash bin next to hand sink for paper towels.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair ceiling. Repair cold water to hand sink.
AUG 272020PASSED13 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 27
2020
PASSED
13 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed debris in sugar
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw shelled eggs over RTE
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
Observed changing gloves without washing hands
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Label chemical spray bottle
*28 Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
Observed no date marking
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Observed items in hand sink
*37 Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
Do not store food outdoors, cover dry ingredients
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Do not use bowl as scoop. Keep scoop handles out of product.
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Label liquids and dry ingredients
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Clean RIF
*43 Heating/ventilation: designed and installed
replace vent cover
*45 Unnecessary articles prohibited
Observed personal drink in WIC
*27 Cooling method, criteria - smaller portions
Cool food in smaller portions on ice
FEB 262020PASSED6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 26
2020
PASSED
6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*18 Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, chemical criteria
Observed bucket 200 ppm Chlorine
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
Observed hand sink w/ no cold water
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Cover dry ingredients
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Label dry ingredients
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair broken floor tiles
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash sign at sink
AUG 152019PASSED7 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 15
2019
PASSED
7 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed chopped cabbage 57.2 degrees F, raw pork 52.6 degrees F, and mixed veggies 45.4 degrees F. Unit was 50 degrees F.
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty inside microwaves and inside RIC (shelves, walls).
*18 Medicines labeled and stored properly
Do not store medications with serving plates -- Keep away from food area.
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Cover foods while cooling and food and drinks in glasses when sitting in kitchen.
*39 Keep utensils handles upright or protected
Invert spoons so handle is up.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Observed dirty throughout kitchen -- Outside of food containers, shelves, RIC door, floor, ceiling.
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash sign at hand sink in kitchen and in bathroom.
JUL 162019PASSED14 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 16
2019
PASSED
14 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed tomatoes 53.9 degrees F, cheese 46.1 degrees F, cheddar 46.8 degrees F in RIC unit that was 48.2 degrees F. Observed carrots 48.6 degrees F, cheese 49.2 degrees F in WIC that was 50 degrees F
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed rotten peppers
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw shelled eggs over butter.
*18 Single Service-no deleterious substances
Do not put plastic wrap in microwave
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Sanitizer in bucket was <10 ppm.
*28 Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
Date mark for no more than 7 days, including prep date as day 1.
*29 Food thermometers provided and accessible
replace broken thermometer.
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
Do not keep sanitizer bucket on floor.
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
cover food to prevent contamination.
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Repair WIC door seal. Do not use damaged food storage container.
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
label bulk ingredient containers with common name of food.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean walls, clean shelf and outside of bulk containers.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair cold water handle on hand sink. Seal 3-comp sink to wall.
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash signs at all hand wash sinks and in bathrooms.
JAN 162019PASSED6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JAN 16
2019
PASSED
6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*45 Attachments to walls and ceilings shall be easily cleanable
*34 Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
*45 Drying Mops-air dry
*21 A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
*29 Food thermometers provided and accessible
JUL 82018PASSED5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 8
2018
PASSED
5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*45Floor, wall, ceiling - Exposed material
*44 Receptacles tight fitting lids, doors, or covers
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
*39 Keep utensils handles upright or protected
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
JAN 112018PASSED5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
JAN 11
2018
PASSED
5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
cover tostadas in hot prep line/ these are sitting above air vent
*47 Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment
Have latest inspection report posted where customers can see or have a sign stating that inspection report is available upon request
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
raw meat stored above salsa
*29 Cold/hot hold unit thermometer easily viewable
keep a thermometer in the bar cooler
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean inside of reach in cooler
JUN 12017PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
JUN 1
2017
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
all foods in ric
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
provide cleaning for the floor
*39 Utensils, single serve items 6 inches off - floor
APR 122017PASSED13 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 12
2017
PASSED
13 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
*01 Cooling -- total 6 hours, 135-41øF
bean prep at 5pm yesterday:51'f
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
cheese: 51'f
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
provide cover for all food container
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
cross contamination: raw eggs and onion, grill bell pepper, raw meat on top of cheese, raw shrimp above salsa
*18 Toxic items stored above food/utensils
bleach next to utensil
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
provide cleaning for the ric, rif, ice machine, soda gun
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
provide date marking for all food in ric, wic
*46 Enclosed toilet room w/self closing doors
*32 Damaged Equipment
cutting board
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
*39 Utensils, single serve items 6 inches off - floor
*42 Nonfood-contact surfaces material
towel under cutting board
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
floor
OCT 202016PASSED7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 20
2016
PASSED
7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
observed open cups of coffee in the kitchen
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
separate cheese and raw eggs separate ground beef and beef
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
provide cleaning for all the lights above the food
*34 Outer openings:closing holes, gaps
back door is open
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
provide date marking for all food containers
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
no towel allow to cover the lettuce scoop handle touched the ices provide cover for the ice bucket
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
utensils in the hand sink
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