El Botanero Bar
3049 W Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX 75220 · 75220 · Restaurant
Mostly clean — 8 of 14 passed, one prior failure
2022-09-29 Pass Routine CRITICAL 5
*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
2021-12-09 Pass Routine CRITICAL 11
*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.
2021-06-25 Pass w/ Conditions Routine CRITICAL 12
*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
2020-12-03 Pass Routine CRITICAL 9
*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.
2020-03-16 Pass Routine CRITICAL 4
*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
2020-02-13 Pass w/ Conditions Routine CRITICAL 14
*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
2020-01-13 Pass w/ Conditions Routine CRITICAL 15
*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
2019-07-05 Pass Routine CRITICAL 7
*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.
2019-06-25 Fail Routine CRITICAL 17
FAILED: *07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed rotten cilantro, peppers, apple with bite taken out of it in WIC
FAILED: *09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw meat (steak, chorizo) over vegetables and RTE foods.
FAILED: *14 Hands wash procedures-without soap
Observed washing hands for 3 seconds with no soap
FAILED: *18 Toxic items stored above food/utensils
Observed perfume stored on shelf over food. Cleaners stored over napkins and shakers.
FAILED: *19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
Mop sink leaking. Running toilet in employee bathroom.
FAILED: *20 Grease Trap Tickets
Grease trap not serviced within last 3 months.
FAILED: *23 Does the establishment have sufficient capacity to meet peak hot water demands?
No hot water available at hand sink
FAILED: *28 Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
No date marking observed. Date mark and discard within 7 days.
FAILED: *31 Hand sinks: number installed for convenient use
No hand sink set up at bar
FAILED: *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.
FAILED: *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.
FAILED: *39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Repair equipment (dish machine, ice machine, beer cooler)
FAILED: *41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Label flour container
FAILED: *42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Clean ice buildup in chest freezer, gaskets. Water observed on floor at bar. Clean RIC handles (sticky).
FAILED: *45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair floor tiles throughout kitchen
FAILED: *46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
cover trash in womens bathroom and employee bathroom.
FAILED: *47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash signs at all hand wash sinks.
2019-05-30 Pass w/ Conditions Routine CRITICAL 16
*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.
2019-04-30 Pass w/ Conditions Routine CRITICAL 14
*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).
2018-10-18 Pass Routine CRITICAL 6
*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
2017-07-13 Pass Routine CRITICAL 7
*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
2017-02-09 Pass Routine CRITICAL 5
*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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