Taqueria Lupitas
9628 Overlake Dr #100, Dallas, TX 75220 · 75220 · Restaurant
Passed most recently but 3 prior failures on record
2023-07-27 Pass Routine CRITICAL 9
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
do not store raw eggs over RTE salsa in WIC
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty microwave from the inside, observed soiled meat slicer by WIF
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
*22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
*31 Individual, disposable towels
at every hand sink
*34 Pest control-routine inspections for
observed multiple flies in kitchen. keep back door closed
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Provide cover for straws @ bar, repair RIC under grill, repair dish machine (maintenance in progress)
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Clean exterior of all equipment and soiled WIC/WIF shelves
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair damaged faucet @ 3-comp sink @ bar, repair storage room ceiling tiles, WIF ceiling, floor tiles
2023-07-17 Fail Routine CRITICAL 18
FAILED: *03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed cooked chicken @ 121 F and fajita @ 120.4 F on hot hold unit
FAILED: *6 Discard PHF is exceeds time/temp combinations
Observed meat (cooked) stored inside broken RIC @ 68.4 F for longer than 4 hours
FAILED: *09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
do not store raw eggs over RTE lettuce
FAILED: *10 Clean Sight and Touch
clean soiled meat slicer, inside dirty mircowave
FAILED: *19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
Observed dish machine spilling waster water all over kitchen floor and observed standing water on floor drains by WIF. Repair leak on dish machine sprayer faucet (leak)
FAILED: *22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
last warning
FAILED: *28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
In WIF/RIC/RIF
FAILED: *29 Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
provide test strips for dish machine
FAILED: *31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Do not store items in hand wash only sinks
FAILED: *32 Damaged Equipment
Repair torn gaskets on WIF
FAILED: *33 Warewashing machines auto. dispense detergents
sanitizing solution
FAILED: *37 Preventing contamination from other sources. Miscellaneous sources of Contamination
Observed bar glass stored in RIF directly touching RIF ice on lid of cups
FAILED: *34 Pest control-routine inspections for
observed cockroach walking on RIC exterior
FAILED: *39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
repair RIC under grill (front area), repair paper towel dispensors
FAILED: *42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean dirty/rusted storage shelves (kitchen, prep area, WIC, WIF), WIC door and gaskets
FAILED: *43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
repair venthood lights
FAILED: *45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
repair handsink faucet in kitchen, observed to be loose and kitchen floor tiles
FAILED: *46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
2023-06-16 Pass w/ Conditions Routine CRITICAL 16
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
observed spoiled meat, fruit stored inside 2 different RICs by grill area
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
Do not store raw fish over RTE jalapenos and raw beef over cheese in RIC
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty microwave from inside (food accumulation) and soiled ice machine (inside panel)
*15 Bare hands contact with ready-to-eat foods
Observed employee touch RTE lettuce with bare hands
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
salsas in RIC by server station
*31 Individual, disposable towels
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
observed scoop handles in dry-ingredient bins touching food directly; provide scoops with handles for all food bins
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Clean dirty WIC shelves, storage shelves, and floor
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
Repair venthood lights
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
repair floor tile, and cold knob on 3-comp sink @ bar
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
*22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
*34 Pest control-routine inspections for
Observed multiple flies in kitchen area and provide pest control record on site
2022-12-30 Pass Routine CRITICAL 9
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Thoroughly clean meat slicer (observed food debris), Clean WIC shelves (rusty/dirty). Clean inside both microwaves. Clean inside RIC in front (interior and gaskets) and clean moldy ice machine
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
Repair major leak under utility sink by grill in back
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
Date mark juices, whipped cream can, cake in RICS if kept longer than 24 hours
*33 Warewashing machines auto. dispense detergents
Observed dish machine not automatically dispensing sanitizer solution
*34 Outer openings:closing holes, gaps
Observed gap in back door. Properly seal to prevent rodent/insect/pest. Observed flies in dining area
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
Keep buckets of food 6 inch off floor in WIC
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
Clean floor in WIF
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair urinals in restroom and handsink at bar and next to dish machine
2022-03-11 Pass Routine CRITICAL 12
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed chicken wings left out over night on prep table. [50 Degrees F] COS.
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty microwave inside and outside. Observed dirty ice machine, black panel. Observed dirty oyster shucking station, left overnight.
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
RFSM expired. Call 214-670-8083 for info.
*28 Original cont. of RTE/PHF/Day1= day of opening
Must datemark items held longer than 24 hrs for no more than 7 days.
*29 Cold/hot hold unit thermometer easily viewable
Observed RIC near steam table has no thermometer.
*33 Warewashing machine, sink - cleaned every 24 hrs
Observed dirty dish machine, on top and it's attachments.
*34 Outer openings:closed,tight-fitting windows
Observed back door propped open.
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Observed food items not covered overnight, inside and outside of refrigeration.
*38 Thawing. under running water criteria
Observed meat being defrosted at room temperature, not under running water.
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Observed damaged cooler gaskets at bar.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Observed dirty, rusty shelving in dry storage and walk-in-cooler(WIC).
*45 Lockers to be used to store personal items
Observed personal items stored over food and utensils; phones, jackets, bags.
2021-09-26 Pass Routine CRITICAL 11
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
spray bottle
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair side of 4 comp sink and repair any leaks. Repair floor where damaged.
*23 Does the establishment have sufficient capacity to meet peak hot water demands?
No hot water at bar.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Clean exterior of equipment, vent hood filters, work tables on cook line.
*22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
cooked shrimp 119F
*32 Damaged Equipment
Remove rust from shelves in WIC.
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
*43 Light - 50 foot : Food and utensils area
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
2021-03-31 Pass Routine CRITICAL 8
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed ribs 99.7 degrees F, beef 87 degrees F, and chicken 87.5 degrees F.
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed cup used as scoop
*32 Nonfood surfaces-design to be cleaned easily
Observed plastic wrap used to hold pitchers in place, plastic wrap tied to pipe under 3-comp sink
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed spoiled milk
*33 Rinsing procedures - 3 compartment sink
Wash, rinse, and sanitize in 3 separate sinks
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
Provide covered trash in womens restroom stalls
*34 Pest control-routine inspections for
Provide pest control reports from a licensed pest control operator
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Seal sink to wall
2021-03-13 Fail Routine CRITICAL 18
FAILED: *01 Cooling -- within 2 hours, 135-70øF
Observed chicken 84 degrees F and ribs 80 degrees F in WIC. Cool to 70 degrees F before placing in cooler.
FAILED: *03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed refried beans 109 degrees F, pinto beans 110 degrees F.
FAILED: *02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed soup 49 degrees F, shrimp 49 degrees F.
FAILED: *09 Food protected cross contamination by preparing each type of food at different times or in separ
Observed raw beef over fish
FAILED: *10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Observed dish machine 0 ppm Cl, Sanitizer bucket 0 ppm Cl.
FAILED: *07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed broken eggs in WIC
FAILED: *15 Contact RTE Products w/ Bare Hands
Observed touching cooked beef and tortillas with bare hands.
FAILED: *18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Label chemical spray bottle.
FAILED: *19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
Observed leaking pipes
FAILED: *28 Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
Observed food past date
FAILED: *32 Food-contact surfaces. smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable
Observed towels used under cutting board.
FAILED: *42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
Observed dirty throughout (under/around equipment, walls, shelves)
FAILED: *44 Waste Receptacles thoroughly cleaned
Observed container used for trash in front prep area is coated in grease and debris.
FAILED: *45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Observed damaged floor, walls, missing baseboards in places. Seal fixed equipment to wall
FAILED: *46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
Provide covered trash in womens restroom stalls
FAILED: *47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash signs at all hand sinks
FAILED: *34 Pest Control
Observed cockroach infestation
FAILED: *39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed utensils stored in food in coolers.
2020-08-24 Pass Routine CRITICAL 11
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty inside ice machine.
*18 Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, chemical criteria
Observed bucket >200 ppm
*31 No soap at handsink
Provide soap at handsink
*32 Nonfood surfaces-design to be cleaned easily
Do not use towel as liner in RIC
*34 Pest Control
Observed several flies. Provide recent pest control record.
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Cover food in WIC
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Observed broken scoop in dry ingredients. Observed missing panel on ice machine
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Observed dirty walls, containers, shelves, standing water on floor.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Observed broken and missing floor tiles
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
Provide covered trash in womens restroom stalls
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash signs in restrooms
2020-02-28 Pass Routine CRITICAL 10
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
RAW BACON STORED ABOVE RTE SALSAS IN RIC
*10 Equipment and Utensils Cleaning-contamination
CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE
*31 Individual, disposable towels
*32 Approved Food Contact Equip.
*34 Pest control-routine inspections for
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
*45 Drying Mops-air dry
*47 Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
2019-08-01 Pass Routine CRITICAL 4
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed raw chicken 47 degrees F, WIC was 49 degrees F
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Dish machine sanitizer <10 ppm chlorine
*18 Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, chemical criteria
Sanitizer in bucket >200 ppm Chlorine
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Repair front RIC
2019-07-25 Fail Routine CRITICAL 19
FAILED: *02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed salsa 49.8 degrees F, chicken/vegetable stock 49.8 degrees F, raw chicken 49.3 degrees F, WIC 48 degrees F, RIC 54 degrees F. Cut vegetables kept out at room temp.
FAILED: *09 Food protected cross contamination separating types of raw animal food storage, preparation, hol
Observed raw chicken over beef.
FAILED: *10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Observed sanitizer in dish machine 0 ppm, sanitizer bucket 0 ppm.
FAILED: *18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Label spray bottles, sanitizer buckets.
FAILED: *27 Cooling method, criteria - smaller portions
Observed food cooling in large portions at room temperature.
FAILED: *28 Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
Observed some foods not date marked in WIC.
FAILED: *29 Food thermometers provided and accessible
RIC needs thermometer.
FAILED: *31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Do not place items in hand sink. Use hand sink for hand washing only.
FAILED: *32 Nonfood surfaces-design to be cleaned easily
Do not use towel as shelf liner. Do not use cloth strip as drain plug pull -- must be easily cleanable, non-absorbent material.
FAILED: *34 Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
Observed back door open throughout duration of inspection. When shut, gap observed at bottom.
FAILED: *36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
Between uses, keep wiping cloths in sanitizer bucket. Do not leave towels inside RIC.
FAILED: *37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Keep food covered in WIC. Cover food while cooling. Cover ice at bar.
FAILED: *07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed black and orange particles in ice at bar.
FAILED: *39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Re-surface or replace damaged cutting board. Replace melted container at bar. Replace front panel on ice machine. Repair leaking cooler
FAILED: *41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Label dry bulk ingredients
FAILED: *42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Clean top of ice machine, under front vent hood, hand sink handles. Observed top of cans dirty.
FAILED: *43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
Replace light bulbs under back vent hood.
FAILED: *45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair floor tiles throughout. Seal han sinks nd fixed equipment to wall. Replace ceiling tile where there is gap
FAILED: *47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash signs at all hand sinks
2019-02-28 Pass Routine CRITICAL 10
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
CARNE ASADA 61
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
SAUSAGES STORED BELOW RAW FISH
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
CLEAN INSIDE OF MICROWAVE
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
*31 Individual, disposable towels
*32 Approved Food Contact Equip.
FOOD STORED IN GROCERY BAGS
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
*47 Handwashing signage
2019-01-13 Pass w/ Conditions Routine CRITICAL 14
*21 A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
Provide SOP and/or spill kit for blodd and bodily fluid clean up.
*31 Individual, disposable towels
Provide paper towels for handsink in back prep area.
*32 Approved Food Contact Equip.
Replace residential freezer with commercial. Replace broken/cracked equipment. Remove foil shelf liners.
*34 Pest Control
Seal back door properly and maintain closed unless a screen door is provided to prevent entrance of insects and rodents.
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
Employee food observed on prep table next to clean equipment and products.
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Use proper scoops to dispense product. Store scoops in product with handle up or in/or clean sanitized surface
*40 Store single-service item in original package
Store plastic ware with handles facing the same direction
*42 Nonfood-contact surfaces material
floors inside WIF observed with product debris. Fan covers inside WIC and WIF observed with dust accumulation.
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
Replace broken lights under both vent hoods
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
replace broken tile by ice machine
*47 OTHER VIOLATIONS
Hang mop or store inverted when not in use. Provide handsink signs for all handsinks.
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Sliced sausage and beef fajita observed on bottom drawer of RIC under grill at 55F. COS by placing in container with ice.
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
Cover all food in WIC. Observed various items uncovered.
*10 Q.A. PPM - follow manufacturer's direction
Dish machine observed at 0ppm. Repair ASAP and maintain 50-100ppm at all times.
2018-07-08 Pass Routine CRITICAL 4
*45Physical Facilities Floors,Walls,Ceilings
*10 Q.A. PPM - follow manufacturer's direction
dishwasher not sanitizing plates. Must be fixed
*37 Preventing contamination from other sources. Miscellaneous sources of Contamination
water bottles stored on the floor
*21 A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
2017-12-26 Pass Routine CRITICAL 9
*12 A food employee or conditional employee shall report to PIC the information as specified under (
*28 Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food
*21 A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
*10 Other sanitizer use - manufacturer label direction
sanitizer not reading concentration in dish machine and in sanitizer bucket
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
Always set wiping cloths in sanitizer bucket between uses
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
*43 Clean vent syst:Intake/exhaust air ducts
*45Floor, wall, ceiling - Exposed material
seal all gaps in ceiling
*32 Food-contact surfaces. smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable
clean soda nozzles in the bar/ clean pan where knives are stored
2017-05-15 Pass Routine CRITICAL 7
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
raw shrimps stored above onions in the walk in cooler
*32 Damaged Equipment
air gaskets in the reach in cooler
*39 Keep utensils handles upright or protected
plastic utensils for customers
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
clean the fryers
*25 Controlling pests. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to elim
baby roach observed in the kitchen area.
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
expired RFSM permit. Renew your Registered Food Service Manager certificate with the City of Dallas
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
cloth towel stored under the cutting boards
2016-11-10 Pass Routine CRITICAL 5
*15 Contact RTE Products w/ Bare Hands
use gloves when cutting limes at the bar area
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
ready to eat ham stored adjacent to raw meats in reach in cooler
*10 Equipment and Utensils Cleaning-contamination
pink bacteria buildup inside the soda gun nozzle holsters in bar area.
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
bucket of limes on the floor
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
leaking pipes in bar area at the hand sink
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