Taqueria Del Sol

Inspector notes: Observed blade of industrial can opener with heavy buildup. Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be readily removable for cleaning and for replacement. PIC will have blade cleaned or replaced.

Inspector notes: Observed buildup and spillage on walls. Observed large amount of dust collecting on ceiling tiles and vents above main kitchen. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. PIC will have these locations cleaned.

Inspector notes: Observed all three sets of test strips stained and expired (2022, 2023). Concentration of the sanitizing solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device. The PIC will provide accurate test strips for determining chemical concentration.

Inspector notes: Observed walk in cooler floor lined with cardboard. Single use articles may not be reused. The PIC will remove all cardboard from the floor and utilize non slip mats.

Inspector notes: Observed multiple employee items stored around food. Observed phones stored above prep top cooler. Observed personal items stored on shelf directly above food prep area. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. The PIC relocated items and will provide a location so that employees can store their personal items.

Inspector notes: Observed flies and gnat like insects in the kitchen during inspection. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: 1. Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; 2. Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; 3. Using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and 4. Eliminating harborage conditions. The PIC will have pest control visit and control harborage conditions.