ABELARDOS MEXICAN FRESH
400 34th SW AVE 104, Altoona, IA, 50009
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.