JUL 27
2023
PASSED
9 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF DALLAS
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TAQUERIA LUPITAS.
BEAT. 18/100
9628 OVERLAKE DR #100 · BACHMAN LAKE, DALLAS
Last inspected July 27, 2023 · passed
Failed 3 of 18 inspections. 55 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
18
15 passed · 3 failed
VIOLATIONS
194
includes 55 critical
RECORDS COVER
6 YEARS
since Nov 2016
INSPECTION HISTORY
*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
JUL 172023FAILED18 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 17
2023
FAILED
18 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed cooked chicken @ 121 F and fajita @ 120.4 F on hot hold unit
*6 Discard PHF is exceeds time/temp combinations
Observed meat (cooked) stored inside broken RIC @ 68.4 F for longer than 4 hours
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
do not store raw eggs over RTE lettuce
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
clean soiled meat slicer, inside dirty mircowave
*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)
*22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
last warning
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
In WIF/RIC/RIF
*29 Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
provide test strips for dish machine
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Do not store items in hand wash only sinks
*32 Damaged Equipment
Repair torn gaskets on WIF
*33 Warewashing machines auto. dispense detergents
sanitizing solution
*37 Preventing contamination from other sources. Miscellaneous sources of Contamination
Observed bar glass stored in RIF directly touching RIF ice on lid of cups
*34 Pest control-routine inspections for
observed cockroach walking on RIC exterior
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
repair RIC under grill (front area), repair paper towel dispensors
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
clean dirty/rusted storage shelves (kitchen, prep area, WIC, WIF), WIC door and gaskets
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
repair venthood lights
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
repair handsink faucet in kitchen, observed to be loose and kitchen floor tiles
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
JUN 162023PASSED16 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 16
2023
PASSED
16 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*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
DEC 302022PASSED9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 30
2022
PASSED
9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*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
MAR 112022PASSED12 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 11
2022
PASSED
12 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
*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.
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SEP 262021PASSED11 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 26
2021
PASSED
11 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*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
MAR 312021PASSED8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 31
2021
PASSED
8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*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
MAR 132021FAILED18 violations7 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 13
2021
FAILED
18 violations7 CRITICALDETAILS
*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.
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed refried beans 109 degrees F, pinto beans 110 degrees F.
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed soup 49 degrees F, shrimp 49 degrees F.
*09 Food protected cross contamination by preparing each type of food at different times or in separ
Observed raw beef over fish
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Observed dish machine 0 ppm Cl, Sanitizer bucket 0 ppm Cl.
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed broken eggs in WIC
*15 Contact RTE Products w/ Bare Hands
Observed touching cooked beef and tortillas with bare hands.
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Label chemical spray bottle.
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
Observed leaking pipes
*28 Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
Observed food past date
*32 Food-contact surfaces. smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable
Observed towels used under cutting board.
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
Observed dirty throughout (under/around equipment, walls, shelves)
*44 Waste Receptacles thoroughly cleaned
Observed container used for trash in front prep area is coated in grease and debris.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Observed damaged floor, walls, missing baseboards in places. Seal fixed equipment to wall
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
Provide covered trash in womens restroom stalls
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash signs at all hand sinks
*34 Pest Control
Observed cockroach infestation
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed utensils stored in food in coolers.
AUG 242020PASSED11 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 24
2020
PASSED
11 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*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
FEB 282020PASSED10 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 28
2020
PASSED
10 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
*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.
AUG 12019PASSED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 1
2019
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*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
JUL 252019FAILED19 violations8 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 25
2019
FAILED
19 violations8 CRITICALDETAILS
*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.
*09 Food protected cross contamination separating types of raw animal food storage, preparation, hol
Observed raw chicken over beef.
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Observed sanitizer in dish machine 0 ppm, sanitizer bucket 0 ppm.
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Label spray bottles, sanitizer buckets.
*27 Cooling method, criteria - smaller portions
Observed food cooling in large portions at room temperature.
*28 Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
Observed some foods not date marked in WIC.
*29 Food thermometers provided and accessible
RIC needs thermometer.
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Do not place items in hand sink. Use hand sink for hand washing only.
*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.
*34 Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
Observed back door open throughout duration of inspection. When shut, gap observed at bottom.
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
Between uses, keep wiping cloths in sanitizer bucket. Do not leave towels inside RIC.
*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.
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed black and orange particles in ice at bar.
*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
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Label dry bulk ingredients
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Clean top of ice machine, under front vent hood, hand sink handles. Observed top of cans dirty.
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
Replace light bulbs under back vent hood.
*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
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash signs at all hand sinks
FEB 282019PASSED10 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 28
2019
PASSED
10 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
*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
JAN 132019PASSED14 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
JAN 13
2019
PASSED
14 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*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.
JUL 82018PASSED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 8
2018
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*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
DEC 262017PASSED9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 26
2017
PASSED
9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
*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
MAY 152017PASSED7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 15
2017
PASSED
7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
*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
NOV 102016PASSED5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
NOV 10
2016
PASSED
5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
*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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