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ABELARDOS MEXICAN FRESH

400 34th SW AVE 104, Altoona, IA, 50009

Not reported

Most recent inspection

Date
June 22, 2026
Type
Routine
Result
Not reported
Risk category
Not reported
Cited findings
Not reported
Jurisdiction
Polk County (Des Moines)

The full public report is still pending or needs source review. Any stored findings may be partial; an unknown total doesn't mean there were no violations.

Violations (4)

  • 2-301.14Corrected on site

    When to wash

    --Observation: Employee was observed cutting vegetables and then changing tasks without washing hands before putting on gloves. Corrected by: Employee removed gloves, properly washed hands, and put on a new pair of gloves during the inspection.

  • 3-302.11(A)(3-9)Corrected on site

    Protecting food from environmental contamination

    --Observation: Several containers of cooked foods, including chicken in green salsa, fajitas, and other cooked foods were stored uncovered in the walk-in cooler. Corrected by: During the inspection, staff covered the containers to protect the foods.

  • 3-501.17Corrected on site

    Date marking for ready to eat, PHF/TCS food prepared on-site or opened commercial container held for more than 24 hours

    --Observation: Black beans dated 6/13/2026 and chicken in green sauce dated 5/31/2026 were stored past their discard dates in the walk-in cooler. Corrected by: Staff voluntary discarded both items during the inspection.

  • 7-202.12(A)(B)Corrected on site

    Poisonous or toxic materials used and applied

    --Observation: Chlorine concentration was over 200ppm when tested with both the facility’s and the inspector’s test strips. Corrected by: Concentration was corrected during inspection.

Source: Polk County (Des Moines) health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.