Tipico's
3118 W Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX 75220 · 75220 · Restaurant
Mostly clean — 12 of 18 passed, one prior failure
2025-11-20 Pass New Retail Food 2022
No violations found.
2023-12-01 Pass Routine CRITICAL 11
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
observed raw egg @ 50.2 F, pico de gallo @ 55 F, guacamole @ 46.2 F
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
observed soiled can opener blade, moldy ice machine, dirty inside microwave, and moldy soda nozzles on fountain machine
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
*32 Damaged Equipment
torn WIC gaskets; observed broken light shield over cooking food
*34 Pest control-routine inspections for
Remove fly traps from over food prep area
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
do not use wet cloths under cutting boards and store b/w uses
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
Pork
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
observed ice scoop handle on ice
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Clean dirty WIC, RIC, WIF gaskets, venthood, behind/around/under equipment in kitchen, storage shelves, WIC shelves
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
repair lights under venthood
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
caulk hand sink properly to wall, ceiling tiles need repairing and floor tiles
2023-05-02 Pass Routine CRITICAL 12
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed moldy ice machine (inside) and dirty can opener
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
*29 Cold/hot hold unit thermometer easily viewable
*31 Individual, disposable towels
*32 Damaged Equipment
Repair all torn gaskets on RICs/WICs
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
do not store inside ric
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
bag of onions
*39 Store all equipment & utensil covered or inverted
invert ramakins by server station
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
Deep clean kitchen (wall, ceilings, floor, venthood, storage shelves, exterior of equipment)
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
Repair light shield in WIC and broken shield under venthood
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair floor tile in kitchen
2023-03-30 Pass w/ Conditions Routine CRITICAL 17
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed pico de gallo @ 46.5 F, nopales @ 44.5F, beef wic @ 43.9 F, raw egg @ 45 F, taquito @ 49.2 F, cut tomato 46.7 F, cooked beef @ 67.3 F/75.1 F
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
do not store raw beef over cilantro
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Clean dirty can opener, inside moldy ice machine, and inside dirty microwave
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
*22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair damaged floor tiles
*29 Cold/hot hold unit thermometer easily viewable
provide thermometer is WIC/WIF/RIC or repair thermometer
*32 Food-contact surfaces. smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable
Observed dirty kitchen rag directly touching food on stove while cooking
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
Do not store personal drinks on prep table
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
for potatoes and tostadas in kitchen, storage containers o dirty storage shelves in WIC/WIF/kitchen shelves
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Repair RICs in kitchen (2) and WIC with freezer, observed all equipment not holding proper cool temperatures
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Clean dirty venthood
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
Repair cracked venhood light and WIC light
*47 Handwashing signage
in restroom
2022-04-14 Pass Routine CRITICAL 11
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed back up salsa stored ar 112 Degrees F on a shelf, not in hot hold.
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in WIC.
*10 Sanitization after Cleaning
Observed dish machine tested at 0 ppm Cl. Must use 3-comp sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize at 50 ppm Cl.
*19 Backflow prevention device - installed
Observed water hose
*28 Original cont. of RTE/PHF/Day1= day of opening
Must date mark food items: Name, prepdate, expiration date(7 days).
*36 Dry wiping cloths and the chemical sanitizing solutions free of food debris and visible soil
Observed dirty/wet hand towels throughout. Observed towels drying outside.
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
Observed bags of onions and carrots stored on the floor. Observed food boxes stored on the floor.
*39 Utensils, single serve items 6 inches off - floor
Observed equipment stored on the ground outside.
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
Observed dirty floor under equipment, dirty soda nozzles, dirty cooler doors and handles, and dirty hood vent filters.
*44 Receptacles tight fitting lids, doors, or covers
Observed dumpster door left open and dirty surroundings(trash).
*45 Lockers to be used to store personal items
Store all personal items in appropriate place.
2021-11-16 Pass Routine CRITICAL 11
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty microwave. Observed can opener blade dirty. Observed dirty soda nozzles.
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Observed sanitizer spray bottles not labeled.
*27 Cool TCS foods using other effective means
Observed salsa being cooled with the lid on the container tightly closed.
*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
All cooler/freezers need easily viewable thermometers.
*33 Warewashing machine, sink - cleaning frequency
Observed dirty dish machine.
*34 Insect control devices-not over food/food prep
Observed fly paper hung over prep table.
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Observed food stored uncovered in the WIC.
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Observed bowl used as a scoop for chips.
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
Clean floors and walls throughout kitchen.
*47 Handwashing signage
Need handwash signage in men's restroom.
2021-10-17 Fail Routine CRITICAL 17
FAILED: *15 Contact RTE Products w/ Bare Hands
FAILED: *39 Cutting surfaces.
FAILED: *42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Detail clean vent hood filters. Encrusted grease build-up on grill, fryer, and stove tops. Clean exterior of bulk food bins.
FAILED: *43 Light - 50 foot : Food and utensils area
vent hood
FAILED: *45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Air curtain at back door not working. Repair leak at faucet. Low grout at floor tiles in dish wash area. Replace damaged vent hood filters. Repair floor where damaged.
FAILED: *07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Black build-up observed inside ice machine. Clean exterior as well.
FAILED: *10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Dishwasher not dispensing sanitizer properly.
FAILED: *21 RFSM - Not On Site
FAILED: *02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Raw eggs out at 48 F.
FAILED: *37 Food, utensils & equip under other sources
Fly strips hanging above open food products.
FAILED: *27 Cooling method, criteria - using ice bath
Food observed cooling at room temp.
FAILED: *22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
FAILED: *34 Controlling pests. Eliminating harborage conditions
Flies observed throughout establishment.
FAILED: *32 Damaged Equipment
Cooler door gaskets in disrepair.
FAILED: *28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
FAILED: *14 When to wash hands as often as necessary during prep
Observed food staff changing tasks without washing hands properly.
FAILED: *35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
Employee personal drink stored above customer products.
2021-04-22 Pass Routine CRITICAL 9
*09 Food protected cross contamination separating types of raw animal food storage, preparation, hol
Observed raw ground beef over whole cut
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Observed dish machine <10 ppm Cl. (Observed dispensing sanitizer but not running rinse cycle) Machine was being used.
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
Observed no date marking
*32 Equipment has cracks and corners
Observed cracked/melted containers and utensils
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Observed sanitizer bucket not labeled
*18 Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, chemical criteria
Observed sanitizer bucket >200 ppm Cl
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Observed damaged cooler gaskets, Ice machine lid broken and front panel loose
*37 Food, utensils & equip under other sources
Observed personal items stored over clean plates
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Label dry powder ingredients
2021-03-18 Pass w/ Conditions Routine CRITICAL 11
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed beef 125 degrees F.
*45 Unnecessary articles prohibited
Observed phone on prep table, bags and other personal items on shelves w/ food service items
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Observed dish machine 0 ppm Cl
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
Label spray bottles
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Observed dirty throughout (walls, shelves, under/behind equipment, RIC handles, outside of microwave, pipes)
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Observed missing RIC front panel, exposing ice
*32 Equipment has cracks and corners
Observed cracked and melted containers and utensils
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
Wash hands before donning gloves
*09 Food protected cross contamination separating types of raw animal food storage, preparation, hol
Observed ground beef in container with whole cut beef.
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Observed ice machine missing front panel and broken lid. RIC's have damaged gaskets. WIC door does not latch properly.
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Observed using hand wash sink to fill container.
2020-09-17 Pass Routine CRITICAL 9
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed cheese 55 degrees F.
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
Observed raw meat over RTE food
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Observed dish machine <10 ppm Cl
*18 Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, chemical criteria
Observed sanitizer bucket >200 ppm Cl.
*32 Equipment has cracks and corners
Observed cracked containers
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Observed damaged RIC gaskets. Observed melted containers.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Observed dirty floors, walls: WIC
*43 Ventilation hood-prevent grease dripping
Observed missing vent hood slats.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Observed damaged floor tiles, damaged door.
2020-08-18 Pass w/ Conditions Routine CRITICAL 10
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed cheese 58 degrees F, avocado dip 61.6 degrees F. Unit 50 degrees F.
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Observed dented can
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
Observed machine concentration 0 ppm Cl.
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
label chemical spray bottles
*29 Food thermometers--small diameter probe
Provide probe thermometer
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Use hand sink for hand washing only.
*32 Equipment has cracks and corners
Observed cracked/chipped plates.
*34 Remove dead/trapped pests
Observed glue board with several cockroaches. Use covered trap if placed in kitchen/food storage areas.
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Observed damaged ladle handles
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash signage in restrooms
2020-02-12 Pass w/ Conditions Routine CRITICAL 15
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Observed cheddar 48 degrees F.
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
Observed beef 122.5 degrees F.
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
Observed dirty inside microwave, dirty bulk food containers, residue on clean plate.
*18 Toxic items storage adjacent to food/utensils
Observed bleach and cleaner next to cookware.
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
Observed RFSM expired.
*22 Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
Obtain food handler cards for all employees who do not have food manager cert.
*27 Cooling method, criteria - using ice bath
Observed rice cooling at ambient temperature.
*31 Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
Observed dumping soapy water in hand sink. Use for hand washing only.
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
Observed onions and potatoes on floor
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
Observed damaged cooler gaskets and dry ingredient lid.
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Label dry ingredients containers with common name of food.
*34 Pest Control
Observed dead cockroach in microwave
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Cleaning needed throughout kitchen and WIF
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash sign at hand sink
2019-08-01 Pass Routine CRITICAL 10
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
Keep eggs in refrigeration. Raw shelled eggs observed 85.7 degrees F. Observed tomato 52.4 degrees F, cheese 51.8 degrees F, RIC 51 degrees F, and RIC 51 degrees F.
*10 Hot water sanitizer surface temp. < 160'F
High-temp dish machine observed up to 144 degrees F.
*18 Toxic items storage adjacent to food/utensils
Do not put lemon juice for consumption with cleaning supplies.
*22 Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
Keep food handler cards on site.
*32 Food-contact surfaces. smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable
Do not use shopping bag as food-contact surface.
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
cover foods.
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
Do not use bowl to scoop food. Use scoop with handle and keep handle upright out of product.
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Clean floors in WIC. Clean shelves throughout. Clean lid of ice machine.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Repair floor in WIC.
*47 Handwashing signage
Provide hand wash signs at hand sinks, including bathrooms.
2019-02-15 Pass Routine 5
*43 Light - 50 foot : Food and utensils area
Replace lights in vent-a-hood, both sides.
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
Clean racks, wallas, and ceiling in WIC
*41 Food Labeling - Bulk food for self dispensing
Ensure bulk foods are labeled.
*29 Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
Provide test strips for sanitizer.
*22 Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
Ensure employees have food handlers certs.
2019-01-15 Pass w/ Conditions Routine CRITICAL 14
*01 Cooling -- total 6 hours, 135-41øF
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Cover food in WIC.
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
Observed employee fail to wash hands before using gloves.
*22 Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
*32 Approved Food Contact Equip.
Remove residential microwave.
*34 Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
back door
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
Open employee beverage on prep table.
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
*40 Single use articel wrapped or dispensed
coffee filters
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
*43 Light - 50 foot : Food and utensils area
vent hood
*46 Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
*29 Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
2018-07-07 Pass Routine CRITICAL 11
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
dented can ons racks. must be removed.
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
ice machine with black mold like substances. must be cleaned and sanitized.
*21 A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
No SOP for bodily spills clean up. Must be provide SOP
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
Food items missing labels and dated. must be dated and labeled
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
Food items missing labels and dated. must be dated and labeled
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
Employees drink on ware washing area. must be stored in designated area.
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
Food items not covered WIC. Must be covered.
*39 Store equipment & utensils in a clean, dry place
Observed water on bottom shelf RIC. Must be cleaned
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
Hood filters with build up. Must be washed and sanitized.
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
Light bulbs missing on hood. Must be replaced.
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Floor tiles missing on kitchen area on floor. must be replaced and sealed. To provide a smooth, and easily cleanable surface.
2017-10-18 Pass Routine CRITICAL 8
*28 Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food exceed a manufacturer's use-by date
no date marks on prepared foods
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
clean dirty walls
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
clean the inside of the ice machine
*10 Other sanitizer use - manufacturer label direction
no sanitizer buckets set up
*29 Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
no test strips during inspection
*47 Handwashing signage
no handwashing signs at kitchen handsink
*22 Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
All employees handling food need to have food handler cards on site
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
shell eggs sitting no ice but not cold enough
2017-03-27 Pass Routine CRITICAL 9
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
*15 Contact RTE Products w/ Bare Hands
touching tortillas with bare hands citation issued
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
employee cups adj customer utensils
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
raw ground beef over carrots , cilantro citation issued
*10 Clean Sight and Touch
cooler handles greasy
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