LA Nueva Puntada
801 Hillburn Dr, Dallas, TX 75217 · 75217 · Restaurant
Passed all 15 inspections — critical violations noted
2023-09-13 Pass Routine CRITICAL 13
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
repair damaged walls, floor, ceiling tiles, provide vent cover
*35 Jewelry Prohibition
jewelry not allowed when prepared food
*34 Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
door needs be closed at all times
*47 Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment
provide sign about inspection report
*22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
fhc's are expired-renew within 7 days
*23 No Water
no water in restroom
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
clearly date mark TCS food for 7 days only
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
store wet wiping cloths in sanitizer bucket
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
wash hands before donning new gloves
*39 Equipment-doors, seal hinges adjusted/intact
replace damaged gaskets around cooler doors
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
store food 6 inches off the floor-onion/chipc
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean freezers
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
observed utensils in hand sink
2023-03-14 Pass Routine CRITICAL 13
*14 Cleaning procedure--steps w/ clean water
follow proper procedures how to wash hands
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
observed utensils in hand sink and bleach containers
*47 Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment
provide sign about inspection report
*34 Outer openings:closing holes, gaps
observed gap at doors
*37 Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
overload containers with tomatoes-avoid contamination between lid and food
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
use utensils with handle to scoop food-no cup
*27 Cooling method, criteria - smaller portions
small portion
*22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
food handler cards expired 2/25/2023-renew
*32 Equipment & Utensils resistant pit,chip, crazing
replace damaged food storage containers
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
clearly date mark TCS food for 7 days only
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
repair damaged floor tiles
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean coolers inside, freezers
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
provide label for food storage containers
2022-10-18 Pass Routine 7
*47 Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment
provide sign about inspection report
*34 Outer openings:closing holes, gaps
repair gaps on doors
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
wash hands before donning new gloves
*39 Equipment-doors, seal hinges adjusted/intact
gaskets
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean coolers, freezers
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
provide label for food storage containers
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
clearly date mark TCS food for 7 days only
2022-02-22 Pass Routine CRITICAL 12
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
repair damaged wall, floor tiles, cove base
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean coolers, freezers,
*34 Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
entrance door was open
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
observed raw chicken stored above salsa
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
observed utensils in hand sink-hand sink not for storage
*29 Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
provide sanitizer test strips
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
rfsm certificate not obtain
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
repair leaking faucet on 3 com sink
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
provide label for food storage containers
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
clearly date mark TCS food for 7 days only
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
spray nozzle on 3 com sink damaged-repair
*46 Enclosed toilet room w/self closing doors
restroom door was open
2021-08-18 Pass Routine CRITICAL 13
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean coolers, freezers, tables
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
observed cloths, bucket in hand sinks
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
observed food sit on floor
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
provide in restroom
* 21 RFSM notify 10 days & replacement in 45 days
obtain RFSM certificate from the city of Dallas within 45 days
*34 Pest control-routine inspections for
observed flies
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
provide label for food storage containers
*29 Mechanical holding unit, thermometer location
provide thermometers in each cooler and freezers
*47 Handwashing signage
provide hand washing sign
*39 Equipment-doors, seal hinges adjusted/intact
repair broken gaskets
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
leaking faucets on 3 com sink
*32 Equipment and Utensils Durability and Strength
provide approved food contact equipment/utensils
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
clearly date mark TCS food for 7 days only
2021-02-23 Pass Routine CRITICAL 14
*34 Outer openings:closing holes, gaps
repair gap at door
*47 Handwashing signage
provide hand washing sign
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
provide label for food storage containers
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
store wet cloths in sanitizer bucket
*39 Non PHF dispenser cleaned every 24 hrs
clean tongs
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
clearly date mark tcs food for 7 days only
*40 Reuse of single service articles
do not reuse single use articles
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean coolers, freezers inside, shelves, gaskets
*29 Mechanical holding unit, thermometer location
provide
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
personal drinks
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
wash hands before donning new gloves
*22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
renew food handler cards-expired
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
observed utensils and wet cloths in hand sink
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
keep premises in god repair, ceiling tiles, floor, cove base
2020-08-14 Pass Routine CRITICAL 12
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean coolers, freezers
*32 Maintain in Good Repair
broken cooler (follow up next day) ice machine (follow up 30 days)
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
observed food sit on floor
*46 Physical Facilities Premises
clean restroom
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
raw ground meat stored above rte food, eggs stored above rte food
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
cold food not provide 41 or below, food products 65 degrees f
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
personal drink
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
wet wiping cloths sit on tables
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
rfsm certificate expired
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
wash hands before donning new gloves
*47 Other Violations
faucet on 3 com sink, no foil, personal items
*34 Outer openings:closing holes, gaps
repair gap at doors
2020-02-07 Pass Routine CRITICAL 13
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
use utensils with handle to scoop flour, sugar, etc.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
premises-ceiling tiles
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
wash hands before donning new gloves
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
rfsm certificate expired
*42 Ventilation hood systems
clean vent a hood system
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
personal drink
*34 Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
door can not be open
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
raw products stored above rte food
*38 Thawing. under running water criteria (70 degrees Fahrenheit) or below;
thawing process-cold running water not room temperatures
*36 Containers of chemical sanitizing solutions stored off the floor and used in a manner that preve
sanitizer bucket store off the floor
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
provide label for food storage containers
*47 Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment
provide sign about inspection report
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
observed utensils in hand sink
2019-08-23 Pass Routine CRITICAL 6
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
COOKED BEANS RESTING ON FOOD PREPARATION TABLE ( 116.7 F )
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
UNLABELED CHEMICAL SPRAY BOTTLE
*28 Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food
SEVERAL COOKED FOOD ITEMS NOT DATE MARKED
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
SANITIZING TOWEL NOT BEING STORED IN SANITIZING BUCKET
*34 Outer openings:closing holes, gaps
SIDE DOOR AJAR TO THE ESTABLISHMENT UPON ARRIVAL AND START OF INSPECTION
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
SANITIZING TOWEL BUCKET RESTING INSIDE HAND SINK
2019-03-20 Pass Routine CRITICAL 6
*35 Hair Restraints effective
KITCHEN COOK NOT WEARING A HAIR NET UPON ARRIVAL
*28 Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food
COOKED FOOD ITEMS NOT DATE MARKED (REACH IN COOLER)
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
NO CITY OF DALLAS REGISTERED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
LARGE BUCKET RESTING IN THE RESTROOM HAND SINK
*46 Physical Facilities Premises
CLEAN TOILET BOWL RIM UNDERNEATH SEAT
*32 Damaged Equipment
BROKEN REACH IN COOLER DOOR GASKET
2018-09-12 Pass Routine CRITICAL 9
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
CLEAN BUILD UP FROM DIRTY VENT HOOD FILTERS CLEAN FAN COVERS (REACH IN COOLERS)
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
WASH HANDS BEFORE DONNING NEW GLOVES
*34 Insect control:prevent dead insects from food
FLIES PRESENT / BACK DOOR TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OPEN
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
COOKED BARBACOA: 130.3 F
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
TOWEL RESTING IN THE KITCHEN HAND SINK
*28 Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food
NO DATE MARKING (COOKED FOOD ITEMS IN REACH IN COOLER) NO DATE MARKING (SALSAS)
*32 Damaged Equipment
BROKEN REACH IN COOLER DOOR GASKET
*46 Physical Facilities Premises
CLEAN / REMOVE BIOLOGICAL SOIL FROM THE INTERIOR OF THE TOILET BOWL IN THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
NON LABELED CHEMICAL SPRAY BOTTLE
2018-03-20 Pass Routine CRITICAL 8
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
UNLABELED CHEMICAL SPRAY BOTTLE IN ESTABLISHMENT
*20 Grease Trap Tickets
NO LIQUID WASTE MANIFESTS ON SITE
*22 Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
KITCHEN WORKER COULD NOT PRODUCE A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE
*28 Date marking commercially prepared of RTE/PHF
SALSAS NOT DATE MARKED AND LABELED
*32 Damaged Equipment
BROKEN REACH IN COOLER GASKETS
*34 Pest Control
NO PEST CONTROL RECORDS ON SITE
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB UNDER THE VENT HOOD
*47 Handwashing signage
PROVIDE TWO HAND WASH SIGNS FOR THE TWO HAND SINKS MISSING THEM (ALSO EMPLOYEE RESTROOM)
2017-10-11 Pass Routine CRITICAL 6
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
*24 Food Labeling- with common name of the food
LABEL BULK CONTAINER OF SALT (KITCHEN)
*28 Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food
COOKED FOOD ITEMS NOT DATE MARKED (REACH IN COOLER) DATE MARK SALSA IN REACH IN COOLER
*32 Damaged Equipment
BROKEN REACH IN COOLER GASKETS
*47 Handwashing signage
PROVIDE HAND WASH SIGNS FOR THE SINKS MISSING THEM
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
PERSONAL DRINK IN THE REACH IN COOLER WHERE ITEMS FOR THE CUSTOMER ARE STORED
2017-04-19 Pass Routine CRITICAL 9
*33 Remove soils from equipment & utensils
remove soil from RI cooler kitchen area
*13 Discharges from the Eyes, Nose, a3nd Mouth
missing writing procedures for body fluids / spill kit
*18 Equipment and Utensils Multiuse Materials-safe
use of recycle non-containers approved SNF
*29 Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
missing sanitizer bucket in kitchen area
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
missing date marking food containers
*29 Food thermometers provided and accessible
missing food thermometers inside Cooler units
*45 Clean facilities as often as necessary.
floors inside kitchen area and prep tables need clean properly
*37 Preventing contamination from other sources. Miscellaneous sources of Contamination
using thank you bags to keep food in freezer unit
*12 A food employee shall comply with an exclusion or RESTRICTION
missing writing employee health policies
2016-10-18 Pass Routine CRITICAL 9
*32 Maintain in Good Repair
RIC don't work properly
*46 Water, Plumbing, and Waste Plumbing Systems-good repair
need to fix the hand sink drain connection
*13 Discharges from the Eyes, Nose, a3nd Mouth
missing writing procedures for body fluids / spill kit
*12 A food employee shall comply with an exclusion or RESTRICTION
missing employee health policies
*42 Ventilation hood systems
need to had repair
*34 Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
need to fix gaps at the doors entry
*31 No soap at handsink
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
need had date marking at all times
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