TACO BUENO

Proper cold holding temperatures

Observed pico de gallo and salsas at the cold holding unit in the dining area for customer self-service, not turn on for proper function, as to maintain TCS foods 41 degrees F or below (salsa 57 degrees, pico de gallo 60 degrees F).Corrective Actions: Must ensure all TCS foods are maintained, while in cold holding, at 41 degrees F or below, as to prevent foodborne illness to the public (cold holding unit was turned on and functioning during time of inspection).

Food properly labeled; original container

Observed bulk containers of sugar, rice and beans in dry storage area not properly labeled.Corrective Actions: Must clearly label all bulk food containers, by name of food product stored within, for ease of identification.

Garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Observed missing drain plug to dumpster.Corrective Actions: Must install a drain plug to the dumpster, as to prevent pest harborage.

Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Observed wall and flooring at soda syrup racks not maintained in good repair and not kept thoroughly cleaned, as well as the walk-in freezer door not kept clean of organic matter growth. Also observed broken floor junctures tiles to the left and right of the walk-in freezer door.Corrective Actions: Must make necessary repairs to walls and flooring, for ease of cleanliness, as well as regularly and thoroughly cleaned surfaces, as to maintain a sanitary environment.

Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Observed employee personal belongings, such as clothing and personal food, being stored within dry food storage near the soda syrups, and atop bulk bags of unopened rice.Corrective Actions: Must provide and utilize a designated area for employee belongings, that is away from food and equipment storage and food preparation areas, as to prevent potential contamination.