El Jimador Mexican Grill
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026
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Score
El Jimador Mexican Grill has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 10, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The most recent inspection turned up 12 violations, more than the zero found previously. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 10, 2026
Food Service Establishment Inspection
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: Storing employees drink cup on shelf directly above table warmer where food is being held. COS by PIC moving to safer storage location and educated PIC. Storing raw ground beef logs above raw whole beef in walk in cooler. COS by PIC switching them around on shelves. Educated PIC. Storing raw unpasteurized shelled gas in carton directly on top of beer kegs inside walk in cooler. COS by PIC moving to shelf where other eggs are being stored and safer location PIC already has proper food storage handous posted at this time.
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Inspector notes: Large white sani bucket not labeled, COS by PIC labeling it at this time. Discussed and educated that hence forth in future inspections that a bodily fluids spill kit with instructions will need to be on hand and accessible to all employees at all times.
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC states he doesn't have his ANSI Food Manager's Certification at this time and has three priority violations at this time. Follow up needed in 10 days to determine if he has printed off Demonstration of Knowledge Handouts in needed languages from fact sheets link provided in general comments as well in body of email with this inspection and given to all possible PIc's and all have studied them.
Handwashing sinks properly supplied and adequate
Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser not working and no other available paper towels or hand dryer available in women's restroom. COS by PIC fixing dispenser to unstop it at this time.
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Faucet base at Three Compartment Sink is busted and is constantly dripping at this time.
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Back of toilet missing in women's restroom.
Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles in kitchen area are blackened. Floors and walls have old food and grime buildup underneath equipment. Floors in kitchen area are pitted. Ponded water in bottom of large prep cooler.
Adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Kitchen ceiling vents have blackish substance on them.
In-use utensil; properly stored
Inspector notes: Storing in use utensils on top of large prep cooler which has old food and grime buildup. Storing in use scoops to spices directly on top of lids with old food and grime buildup.
Utensils, equipment and linens; properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Storing clean plates on top shelf of clean rack at Three Compartment Sink with food ends turned up.
Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Cutting boards have blackened grooves. Blade to large can opener is severely rusted.
Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Chest freezer has lots of ice buildup around sides and lip. Clean pots and pans at clean rack have old food and grime buildup on outsides. Outsides of plastic food containers have old food and grime buildup.
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Jan 23, 2026
Food Service Establishment Inspection
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Jimador Mexican Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Jimador Mexican Grill on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.
Has El Jimador Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at El Jimador Mexican Grill have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about zero per visit to around 12 more recently.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at El Jimador Mexican Grill means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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