OCT 26
2023
PASSED
3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF DALLAS
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LA SALSA VERDE TAQUERIA.
BEAT. 32/100
2728 COMMUNITY DR · BACHMAN LAKE, DALLAS
Last inspected October 26, 2023 · passed
41 critical violations on file. Recent issues warrant caution.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
16
16 passed
VIOLATIONS
143
includes 41 critical
RECORDS COVER
7 YEARS
since Oct 2016
INSPECTION HISTORY
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
OBSERVED RAW MEAT STORED ABOVE COOKED MEAT
*32 Maintain in Good Repair
CLEAN GASKETS FROM VARIOUS COOLERS ( OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS )
*47 Other Violations
CURRENT INSPECTION REPORT NOT POSTED OR SIGNAGE
FEB 62023PASSED8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 6
2023
PASSED
8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed ham @ 47.1 F
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed chicken @ 103.9 F
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
connect drain pipe from ice bin to proper floor drain
*27 Cooling method, criteria - smaller portions
Observed cooling cooked beef in deep pans, use shallow pans and recommend non-plastic bins
*39 Utensils, single serve items 6 inches off - floor
Keep all utensils 6 inch off floor
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
Clean dirty floor, walls, baseboards
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair hole in wall by 3-comp sink
APR 142022PASSED7 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 14
2022
PASSED
7 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty ice machine.
*29 Cold/hot hold unit thermometer easily viewable
All coolers need thermometers.
*34 Pest control-routine inspections for
Observed fruit flies.
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Observed damaged RIC gaskets and doors.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Observed dirty RIC.
*45 Drying Mops-air dry
Hang mops to dry.
*47 Handwashing signage
Need handwash signage in restrooms.
NOV 92021PASSED8 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
NOV 9
2021
PASSED
8 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed Pork held at 122 Degrees F on flat top. COS
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw beef stored over cooked beef in RIC.
*10 Sanitization after Cleaning
Observed employee did not sanitize after washing a dish.
*33 Rinsing procedures - 3 compartment sink
Observed 3-compartment sink not set up correctly.
*34 Pest control-routine inspections for
Observed fruit flies.
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
Observed food stored on the floor.
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
Clean the floor under equipment.
*47 Handwashing signage
Need handwash signage at all handwash sinks.
NOV 242020PASSED8 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
NOV 24
2020
PASSED
8 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed broken shelled eggs.
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed eggs, raw beef over RTE
*10 After being cleaned, food-contact surfaces shall be sanitized in a contact time of at least 7 se
Observed items not sanitized after washing
*18 Medicines labeled and stored properly
Observed medications, peroxide, baby powder next to food items.
*27 Cooling method, criteria - smaller portions
Place food in smaller portions on ice to cool
*34 Pest Control
Observed excessive fruit flies.
*39 Store equipment & utensils in a clean, dry place
Observed service items stored outdoors
*45 Drying Mops-air dry
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OCT 222020PASSED16 violations6 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 22
2020
PASSED
16 violations6 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed cheese 54 degrees F, ham 50.8 degrees F
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw beef over cooked meat
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty measuring cup in sugar, dirty utensils put away as clean.
*14 When to wash hands
Wash hands when changing tasks
*18 Toxic items storage adjacent to food/utensils
Observed chemicals next to cup lids. Hand sanitizer next to coffee.
*29 Food thermometers--small diameter probe
Obtain probe thermometer
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Observed using hand sink to wet rag. use for hand washing only.
*32 Food-contact surfaces. smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable
Do not use shopping bag as food-contact surface.
*34 Pest Control
Observed excessive fruit flies/drain flies
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
Observed drinking in prep area.
*36 Dry wiping cloths and the chemical sanitizing solutions free of food debris and visible soil
Observed sanitizer bucket very dirty. Change solution every 4 hours.
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Observed leak in equipment over 3-comp sink.
*40 Reuse of single service articles
Observed can used to store food in RIC.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Observed dirty outsides of food containers.
*45 Unnecessary articles prohibited
Keep personal items (food, phone) separate from prep area.
*43 Clean vent syst:Intake/exhaust air ducts
Observed dirty AC vent
MAR 252020PASSED9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 25
2020
PASSED
9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed debris in salt and sugar
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed beef (raw) over cilantro
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
No RFSM on site
*28 Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
Date mark prepared foods, including cut vegetables
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Observed container in hand sink. Use for hand washing only.
*34 Outer openings:closing holes, gaps
Observed areas where chest freezer, drinks are stored is not insect/rodent-proof.
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed container used as scoop
*40 Store single-service item in original package
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Clearly label bulk dry ingredients. Label is faded almost completely.
FEB 242020PASSED12 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 24
2020
PASSED
12 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
*01 Cooling -- within 2 hours, 135-70øF
Large quantity of beef not cooled before placing in RIC
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed bucket of contaminated salt
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw beef and raw chicken over RTE
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty inside food storage containers, RIC shelves
*18 Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, chemical criteria
Observed sanitizer bucket >200 ppm.
*34 Outer openings:closing holes, gaps
Outdoor area where drinks, food containers, and chest freezer are located is not rodent/insect proof - Final Warning
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Observed beans uncovered
*38 Thawing. Under refrigeration
Observed large boxes of beef thawing outside. thaw under cool running water or in refrigeration.
*39 Keep utensils handles upright or protected
Observed some plastic forks sticking up. keep handles upright.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean outside of food storage containers
*45 Drying Mops-air dry
store mop inverted to air dry indoors.
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
Obtain RFSM
AUG 82019PASSED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 8
2019
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*09 Food protected cross contamination separating types of raw animal food storage, preparation, hol
Observed raw chorizo over horchata
*18 Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, chemical criteria
Sanitizer in bucket 200 ppm chlorine.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
wire shelves dirty
*45 Drying Mops-air dry
invert mop to allow air-dry
AUG 72019PASSED16 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 7
2019
PASSED
16 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
*38 Frozen food. Stored frozen foods shall be maintained frozen
Beef in chest freezer not frozen
*09 Cooked ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparatio
Observed raw beef over cooked beef.
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty inside microwave.
*18 Toxic items stored above food/utensils
Observed cleaner over drinks and condiment cups.
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
RFSM not on site at time of inspection.
*29 Food thermometers provided and accessible
No thermometer in RIC near back door.
*32 Food-contact surfaces. smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable
Do not use wood spoon or wood chopping block. Must be non-porous, easily cleanable material. Do not use shopping bag as food-contact surface.
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
Observed wiping cloth on wire shelf.
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Do not store food uncovered.
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Observed chest freezer with missing lid panel, insulation, and gaskets.
*34 Outer openings:closing holes, gaps
Drinks and chest freezer stored outdoors. -- Final Warning.
*40 Store single-service item in original package
Styrofoam containers stored outdoors.
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
label bulk containers with common name.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean floors under shelves, clean wire shelves.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Seal stainless counter to wall. Seal sink and 3-comp sink to wall. Repair baseboards where customers sit at bar. Observed leaky pipe under window.
*47 Other Violations
Provide choking poster.
JUL 102019PASSED15 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 10
2019
PASSED
15 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed ray meat stored over cooked meat.
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Dirty to-go containers. Dirty microwave inside.
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
Wash hands before putting on gloves.
*28 Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
Observed improperly date-marked food. Marked 6/9.
*29 Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
Provide sanitizer test strips.
*31 No soap at handsink
Keep hand sink stocked with soap.
*32 Wood & wood wicker can't used as food-contact surf
Do not use wood chopping block. Use plastic. Material must be non-porous and easily cleanable.
*34 Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
Back door is not self-closing.
*38 Thawing. under running water criteria - water velocity
Observed tripe thawing in standing water. Thaw under cool running water or in refrigeration.
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Chest freezer observed with no gaskets, no insulation on lid.
*37 Food, utensils & equip under other sources
Do not keep chest freezer outdoors. Do not store food outdoors.
*40 Store single-service item in original package
Observed to-go containers stored outdoors.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean walls where food is splattered, dust vent over new cabinet.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair floor tiles in back area. Seal baseboard to wall.
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
Provide covered trash in women's restroom.
JAN 132019PASSED6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
JAN 13
2019
PASSED
6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
*27 Cooling method, criteria - placing the food in shallow pans
*28 Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
*29 Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
JUL 72018PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
JUL 7
2018
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Garlic bagged with mold like substance. must be discarded.
*21 A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
No SOP for bodily spills, must be provide SOP
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Food items missing labels and dates. Must be mark dated and labeled.
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
Food items missing labels and dates. Must be mark dated and labeled.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Hood filters with build up. Must be washed and sanitizer.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Hole on wall. Must be sealed
*47 RFSM Certificate - Not Display
RFSM expired 06-30-18. must renew RFSM
OCT 312017PASSED9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 31
2017
PASSED
9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*09 Food protected cross contamination separating types of raw animal food storage, preparation, hol
raw milanesa stored above salsa
*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
*22 Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
All employees handling food need to have food handler cards on site
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean drain under three compartment sink / clean reach in cooler gaskets
*29 Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
no chlorine test strips on site
*12 A food employee or conditional employee shall report to PIC the information as specified under (
establishment needs to have written procedures for employees to report foodborne symptoms or ask for dr note when returning to work
*45 Floor& wall junctures- coved & sealed
seal all base boards to prevent pest from entering
*20 Grease Trap Tickets
no greasetrap tickets on site
*34 Pest control-routine inspections for
contact pest control- observed roach under three compartment sink
APR 122017PASSED6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 12
2017
PASSED
6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*25 Controlling pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to elim
roach observed in the kitchen area
*28 Do not exceed manuf. use by date
oak farms milk with a date of 4/11/2017
*42 Ventilation hood systems
dusty vents above the reach in cooler closest to the front dining area
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
observed employee drinking while on duty
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
do not store cloth towels underneath cutting boards while cutting/preparing foods; absorbent material
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
raw eggs stored on top of salsas and sauces in the reach in cooler; raw eggs should be stored on the bottom shelf in the reach in cooler
OCT 122016PASSED9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 12
2016
PASSED
9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*25 Controlling pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to elim
flies observed in the food prep area
*22 Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
all food employees must have a valid food handler card/certificate.
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
jalapeno peppers on the floor under the food prep area; raw beef being prepped above the box of peppers.
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
raw beef stored next to ready to eat food in ric in food prep area.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean fan covers in ric
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
wash hands before donning a new pair of gloves
*45Physical Facilities Floors,Walls,Ceilings
repair holes in walls in food prep area.
*39 Keep utensils handles upright or protected
keep the ice scoop handle upright inside the ice machine
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
food and a utensil observed in the hand sink in the food prep area
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