OCT 26
2023
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF DALLAS
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SALSA VERDE.
BEAT. 34/100
2950 W NORTHWEST HWY · BACHMAN LAKE, DALLAS
Last inspected October 26, 2023 · passed
33 critical violations on file. Recent issues warrant caution.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
14
14 passed
VIOLATIONS
101
includes 33 critical
RECORDS COVER
6 YEARS
since Jul 2017
INSPECTION HISTORY
*10 Q.A. PPM - follow manufacturer's direction
Sanitizer bucket reads 0 ppm in wait station
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
observed wiping cloths not sitting in sanitizer bucket
*30 Food Establishment Permit
observed permit not posted where visible to public
*47 Other Violations
display current inspection report or signage
*32 Maintain in Good Repair
clean inside meat prep cooler next to walk in fridge
*21 A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
have spill kit or clean up procedures (written)
MAR 222023PASSED9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 22
2023
PASSED
9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed beef @ 44.6 F, 53.8 F, 59.9 F, 77.2 F, 60.8 F in WIC
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Clean dirty can opener
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
Observed leaks @ mop sink (hot knob) and @ prep sink on faucet
*27 Cooling method, criteria - smaller portions
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
Remove wet-cloths from under cutting boards
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
*39 Utensils, single serve items 6 inches off - floor
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
tighten hand wash sink near front counter
APR 132022PASSED6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 13
2022
PASSED
6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed TCS foods stored in WIC at 47 Degrees F. Correct Immediately.
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw beef stored next to shredded cheese in RIC.
*27 Cool TCS foods using other effective means
Observed hot/cooked beef stored in a bus tub filled to rim in cooler.
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
Observed wet wiping cloths.
*43 Light - 10 foot : Walk-in, Dry storage
Observed light not working in WIC.
*47 Health permit posted
Observed permits covered by stored sodas. [Not able to view]
NOV 172021PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
NOV 17
2021
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty can opener holder.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Observed broken floor tile.
*47 Health permit posted
Health permit not posted.
AUG 92021PASSED11 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 9
2021
PASSED
11 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
*01 Cooling -- within 2 hours, 135-70øF
Observed beans in RIC 98.8 degrees F. Cool to 70 degrees before placing in cooler
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed nopales 53 degrees F, cheese 51 degrees F
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed beef 112.6 degrees F, tripe 99 degrees F
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw pork over RTE, raw beef over cilantro
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty scoop, buildup on can opener blade, dirty ice machine panel
*38 Thawing. under running water criteria - water velocity
Observed meat thawing in standing water and in box on prep table
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
Observed onions on floor, container of radishes on floor
*39 Store equipment & utensils - avoid contamination
Observed personal bags on food service items (to-go containers, paper food wrap)
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
Observed personal drinks on prep table
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Observed spray bottle top in hand sink. Use for hand washing only
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
Observed no RFSM on site
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JUN 222021PASSED12 violations7 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 22
2021
PASSED
12 violations7 CRITICALDETAILS
*01 Cooling -- within 2 hours, 135-70øF
Observed food placed in WIC before sufficiently cooled (Observed fajita meat 79 degrees F).
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed ham 49 degrees F in WIC
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw beef over drink, raw beef dripping onto cutting board with cooked beef.
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
Observed changing gloves between tasks without washing hands
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Observed chemical spray bottle with no label.
*29 Food thermometers--small diameter probe
Provide probe thermometer
*10 Other sanitizer use - manufacturer label direction
Observed sanitizer in 3-comp sink <150 ppm Q.A.
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Observed washing knife in hand sink.
*32 Food-contact surfaces. smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable
Observed using towels under cutting boards
*33 Rinsing procedures - 3 compartment sink
set up 3-comp sink properly in order: Wash, rinse, sanitize. Observed washing in 2 compartments and skipping the rinse step before placing in sanitizer.
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
Observed no RFSM certificate on site.
*34 Insect control:prevent dead insects from food
Observed fly tape hanging above food prep area in kitchen
NOV 242020PASSED8 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
NOV 24
2020
PASSED
8 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw beef over RTE. RTE foods under prep table contaminated by raw beef cutting.
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Observed bucket <10 ppm Cl
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Label spray bottle
*32 Food-contact surfaces. smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable
Observed shopping bag used as food-contact surface.
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
Observed food on floor
*37 Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
Bread exposed to splash from hand sink
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed cups used as scoops
*27 Cooling method, criteria - using ice bath
cool food on ice
OCT 222020PASSED14 violations6 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 22
2020
PASSED
14 violations6 CRITICALDETAILS
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed cheese 52 degrees F, cheese and milanesa left out at ambient temperature with no time control.
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
observed dirty can opener blade, dirty interior ice machine panel
*14 When to wash hands after handling soiled equip/utensil
Observed not washing hands/changing gloves between handling dirty object and cutting meat
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Label spray bottles
*27 Cooling, heating, and holding capacities. Equipment
WIC completely packed. Meat in boxes that will not physically fit inside refrigeration units available.
*31 Handwashing lavatory - accessible
Observed hand sink physically blocked with items inside
*22 Washing hands only at a designated hand sink
Observed washing hands in 3-comp sink. Use hand sink only.
*34 Insect control devices-not over food/food prep
Observed fly tape above food prep area.
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
Observed towels hanging above hand sink to dry. Must keep wiping towels in sanitizer bucket and store and launder properly after use.
*37 Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
Pork in box exposed to splash from mop sink. Washed cilantro not protected from people walking by.
*38 Thawing. Under refrigeration
Observed boxes of meat thawing in kitchen at ambient temperature
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed scoop handle in ice.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Observed dirty floor and shelves
*45 Unnecessary articles prohibited
Observed several personal drinks throughout next to and above food. Keep all personal items separate.
MAR 252020PASSED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 25
2020
PASSED
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed employee jackets in box of cut radishes
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty can opener blade and flour scoop.
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Label chemical spray bottle
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
Obtain RFSM
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
Observed box of radishes on floor
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed ice scoop handles in ice
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Observed dirty RIC gasket
SEP 182019PASSED4 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 18
2019
PASSED
4 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*09 Cooked ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparatio
Observed raw meat stored over cooked meat
*32 Nonfood surfaces-design to be cleaned easily
Observed plastic shopping bag used as food contact surface
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
cover food in coolers
*38 Thawing. under running water criteria - water velocity
Thaw under running water of in refrigeration.
MAR 282019PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MAR 28
2019
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
*29 Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
Provide test strips for sanitizer
*30 Food Establishment Permit
Order new permit and post it.
SEP 302018PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
SEP 30
2018
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
*32 Approved Food Contact Equip.
*34 Outer openings:closed,tight-fitting windows
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
*47 Other Violations
INVERT MOP
*37 Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
MAR 142018PASSED8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 14
2018
PASSED
8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
wiping cloths not stores in sanitizer bucket
*31 Individual, disposable towels
no paper towels in handsink
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
not on site
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
meath thawing on top of serrano peppers
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
repair leaking faucet in front area
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
label windex / spray containers with name
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
salsas and cilantro in aluminum only store at container level
*10 Other sanitizer use - manufacturer label direction
no sanitizer buckets set up
JUL 312017PASSED6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 31
2017
PASSED
6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
register with the City of Dallas as a Registered Food Service Manager
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
employees must use a designated hand wash sink to wash hands. they cannot utilize the three-compartment sink to wash hands
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
observed an employee fail to wash hands before donning a new pair of gloves.
*28 Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food exceed a manufacturer's use-by date
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
jalapeno peppers and limes stored on the floor.
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
observed employee eating while at the serving line
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