SEP 29
2022
PASSED
5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF DALLAS
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EL BOTANERO BAR.
BEAT. 18/100
3049 W NORTHWEST HWY · BACHMAN LAKE, DALLAS
Last inspected September 29, 2022 · passed
Failed an inspection 6 years ago. 46 critical violations on the cumulative record. Recent enough to matter.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
14
13 passed · 1 failed
VIOLATIONS
142
includes 46 critical
RECORDS COVER
5 YEARS
since Feb 2017
INSPECTION HISTORY
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
Fix big leak on faucet at handwash sink and 3-comp sink at bar is clogged and not draining
*20 Grease Trap Tickets
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Repair in RICs in kitchen
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
Provide light shield under venthood
DEC 92021PASSED11 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 9
2021
PASSED
11 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
*09 Cooked ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparatio
Observed raw chicken stored over vegetables in RIC.
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty drink mix machine at bar.
*20 Grease Trap Tickets
Grease trap must be serviced every 90 days, tickets kept on site 3 yrs.
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
RFSM not on site. 214-670-8083.
*22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
Food handler certificates not on site.
*28 Original cont. of RTE/PHF/Day1= day of opening
Must datemark items held longer than 24 hrs for no more than 7 days. Name of product, prep date, expiration date.
*34 Remove dead/trapped pests
Observed dead roaches.
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Observed food stored uncovered.
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
Observed dirty floor.
*45 Lockers to be used to store personal items
Store all personal items in appropriate place.
*47 Handwashing signage
Need handwash signs at all handwash sinks.
JUN 252021PASSED12 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 25
2021
PASSED
12 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed cheese 52 degrees F in RIC (52 degrees F)
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed moldy sausage, spoiled vegetables
*09 Food protected cross contamination separating types of raw animal food storage, preparation, hol
Observed raw beef, chicken, and pork not separated in RIC
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Observed sanitizer bucket 0 ppm
*18 Restricted use pesticides
Raid insect spray not allowed in food establishment
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
Observed no date marking
*31 Handwashing lavatory - accessible
Observed multiple hand sinks blocked and/or filled with items
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Observed items stored uncovered in RIC
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed utensils stored in food in RIC
*45 Drying Mops-air dry
Hang mop to allow air dry
*46 Water, Plumbing, and Waste Plumbing Systems-good repair
Observed employee toilet not operable and very dirty
*20 Grease Trap Tickets
Provide grease trap tickets and keep on file for 3 years
DEC 32020PASSED9 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 3
2020
PASSED
9 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed chorizo over RTE foods
*18 Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, chemical criteria
Observed sanitizer >200 ppm Cl
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
Observed many food items out of date
*31 Individual, disposable towels
Provide paper towels in employee restroom
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Observed food uncovered
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Repair ice machine panel
*40 Reuse of single service articles
Do not store food in cans after opening
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair hot water to hand sink
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
Provide trash with lid in employee restroom and in womens restroom stalls.
MAR 162020PASSED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 16
2020
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*18 Toxic items stored above food/utensils
Observed bucket of chemical on prep table over salt
*23 Does the establishment have sufficient capacity to meet peak hot water demands?
Observed no hot water at one hand sink
*31 Individual, disposable towels
Observed no paper towels at bar hand sink
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
Provide covered trash for all womens restroom stalls
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FEB 132020PASSED14 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 13
2020
PASSED
14 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed cheese and margarine in WIC that is completely non-operational.
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Rice is contaminated with debris.
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Observed sanitizer bucket <10 ppm
*18 Restricted use pesticides
Observed insect spray -- not approved in food establishment.
*20 Grease Trap Tickets
Provide grease trap ticket and keep on file at location for 3 years.
*23 Does the establishment have sufficient capacity to meet peak hot water demands?
Observed no hot water in one hand sink
*31 Individual, disposable towels
Observed no paper towels at hand sink
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Cover foods in cooler and cover dry ingredients
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Observed several pieces of broken equipment.
*43 Light - 20 foot : Washing, utensil, toilet
Observed light out in dish washing area.
*45 Living or sleeping quarters, separation
Separate sleeping quarter with self-closing door.
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
Provide covered trash in womens restroom and in back restroom.
*27 Cooling, heating, and holding capacities. Equipment
Observed chest freezer over-stuffed and unable to fully close due to ice buildup and product.
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash signs at all hand sinks
JAN 132020PASSED15 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
JAN 13
2020
PASSED
15 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed moldy food in RIC, expanded hot dog package in WIC
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw beef over cooked shrimp
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Bucket <10 ppm chlorine
*18 Restricted use pesticides
Insect spray and roach powder not allowed.
*23 Does the establishment have sufficient capacity to meet peak hot water demands?
Observed no hot water in one hand sink
*28 Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
Observed no date marking
*31 No soap at handsink
Observed 2 hand sinks missing soap
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Cover food in coolers.
*45 Living or sleeping quarters, separation
Separate off sleeping quarters w/ self-closing door. Do not keep liquor and cups in sleeping quarters.
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Observed several pieces of broken equipment. Observed ice machine panel missing
*40 Reuse of single service articles
do not use cans to store food
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
Observed several lights out in kitchen
*20 Grease Trap Tickets
Have grease trap serviced at least every 90 days.
*47 Handwashing signage
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
JUL 52019PASSED7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 5
2019
PASSED
7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Observed sanitizer in dish machine 0 ppm
*18 Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, chemical criteria
Observed sanitizer in bucket 200 ppm chlorine.
*31 No soap at handsink
Supply hand sink in employee restroom and bar with hand soap.
*34 Pest Control
Observed several cockroaches around dish wash area.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair leaky pipe at bar, floor tiles in kitchen, exit door, and employee bathroom door.
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
Provide covered trash for womens restroom and employee restroom.
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash signage in employee restroom.
JUN 252019FAILED17 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 25
2019
FAILED
17 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed rotten cilantro, peppers, apple with bite taken out of it in WIC
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw meat (steak, chorizo) over vegetables and RTE foods.
*14 Hands wash procedures-without soap
Observed washing hands for 3 seconds with no soap
*18 Toxic items stored above food/utensils
Observed perfume stored on shelf over food. Cleaners stored over napkins and shakers.
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
Mop sink leaking. Running toilet in employee bathroom.
*20 Grease Trap Tickets
Grease trap not serviced within last 3 months.
*23 Does the establishment have sufficient capacity to meet peak hot water demands?
No hot water available at hand sink
*28 Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
No date marking observed. Date mark and discard within 7 days.
*31 Hand sinks: number installed for convenient use
No hand sink set up at bar
*34 Pest Control
No recent pest control. Observed 2 roaches on dish wash machine. Manager states that pest control is scheduled for later in the week.
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Cover foods in RIC and WIC. Wrap cut watermelon. Cover dry foods in storage bins.
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Repair equipment (dish machine, ice machine, beer cooler)
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Label flour container
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Clean ice buildup in chest freezer, gaskets. Water observed on floor at bar. Clean RIC handles (sticky).
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair floor tiles throughout kitchen
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
cover trash in womens bathroom and employee bathroom.
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash signs at all hand wash sinks.
MAY 302019PASSED16 violations7 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 30
2019
PASSED
16 violations7 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
WIC at 50 degrees F. Raw egg 46.9 degrees F, raw chicken wing 44.1 degrees F, pork feet 46.8 degrees F.
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed dry rice contaminated with debris. Sugar bowl also contaminated.
*18 Toxic items storage adjacent to food/utensils
Observed sanitizer bucket next to food prep table
*28 Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food exceed a manufacturer's use-by date
Date mark prepared food for 7 days.
*30 Food Establishment Permit
Display permit on wall visible to customers.
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Use hand wash sink for hand washing only. Observed dumping sanitizer in hand sink.
*32 Food-contact surfaces. smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable
Do not use shopping bags as food contact surface or for storing food. Use food-grade material.
*34 Controlling pests. Eliminating harborage conditions
Observed ants at bar. Pest control booked for today, but please eliminate harborage conditions.
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Cover food in RIC and dry ingredients.
*39 Keep utensils handles upright or protected
Store utensils for eating with handles up or facing the same way.
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Label all food containers with common name.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Clean inside RIC (shelves, bottom). Clean bar area. Do detail clean of premises (corners, shelves, etc)
*44 Frequency. Refuse, recyclables/returnables removed
Observed excessive garbage from previous night around bar.
*45 Unnecessary articles prohibited
Clear out unnecessary equipment.
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash sign at all hand wash sinks.
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw prawns stored over cut peppers and onions. Raw chicken and pork over onions, Raw egg over vegetables.
APR 302019PASSED14 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 30
2019
PASSED
14 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
RIC -- interior temp. 55 degrees F. Chicken inside was 56 degrees F.
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed packages of raw beef out of date April 19, 24, and 27 inside WIC. Rancid smell. Discard at once.
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Popcorn machine observed dirty from the night before. Clean & sanitize after every use. Black substance observed inside of ice machine. clean and sanitize at once.
*18 Restricted use pesticides
Raid observed stored by open food--kitchen area. This product is not allowed in commercial establishment.
*22 Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
All food handler training - state approved as soon as possible.
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
All cooked RTE food must be date marked with use-by date (rice, refried beans, chicken wings)
*31 Individual, disposable towels
No paper towels at hand sink
*33 Remove soils from equipment & utensils
Do not leave dirty dishes over night--will attract insects.
*34 Pest Control
Gnats observed in the bar area near 4-compartment sink.. Provide pest control report.
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Cover all items when stored inside refrigerated units. Open food in #10 cans must be transferred food grade containers.
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Replace/re-surface damaged cutting boards--green, brown, blue ones--not in good repair.
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Label bulk food containers (flour, etc)
*45 Unnecessary articles prohibited
Clean & organize dry storage room - reduce clutter
*42 Ventilation hood systems
Provide missing vent hood filter (allow to vent properly).
OCT 182018PASSED6 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 18
2018
PASSED
6 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*24 Food Labeling- with common name of the food
unlabeled container of what appears to be sugar
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
utensil observed inside the designated hand wash sink.
*28 Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food
*31 Individual, disposable towels
replenish every paper towel dispenser
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
unlabeled cleaning spray bottles inside the bar
JUL 132017PASSED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 13
2017
PASSED
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
provide cover for all fruit bowl
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
observed raw meat and cooked food store together
*18 Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, device criteria
set up sanitizer bucket
*20 Grease Trap Tickets
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
observed mold in ice machine
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
all drinks must above floor 6 ins
FEB 92017PASSED5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 9
2017
PASSED
5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
leaking pipes under the sink adjacent to the warewashing unit
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
raw eggs measured at 58 degrees F
*31 No soap at handsink
fill all soap dispensers at every hand sink
*20 Grease Trap Tickets
need current grease trap records. last record from 9/4/2016
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