La Carreta

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Inspections

1. Mar 23, 2026 Routine · 2 priority foundation, 3 core
   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     PROPER COOLING METHODS - CRITERIA

     Improper cooling methods were observed for cheese sauce in non-food grade plastic container was observed on back prep table at room temperature. Upon discussion with PIC it was determined that the container of cheese sauce had been placed in an ice water bath in the food prep sink before being placed on table. However, the cheese sauce was in a large plastic container not conducive to proper cooling.

     Correction: Adjust methods or procedures to facilitate cooling as described in 3-501.15. Sauce was transferred to shallow metal pans to be transferred to walk-in cooler to complete the cooling process. Providing Food Safety Fact Sheet on Proper Cooling Methods alonfg with inspection report.

     Code 3-501.15 (A)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     HAND DRYING PROVISION

     No single-use toweling or other hand drying device available at employee handwashing sink for hand drying.

     Correction: Provide single-use toweling or other approved devices at employee handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing.

     Code 6-301.12

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     WIPING CLOTHS - USE LIMITATION - SANITIZING SOLUTIONS

     Wiping cloth solution is not effective as bleach was combined with detergent. Demonstrated to the PIC using chlorine test strips that the chlorine residual was noted at 0 PPM.

     Correction: Maintain wiping cloth in sanitizer solution that isw not combined with other cleaning products Rechecked sanitizing solution using bleach only and the chlorine residual was at 200 PPM.

     Code 3-304.14 (D)

   • Not serious Core

     THERMOMETERS - FUNCTIONALITY - EASILY READABLE

     Thermometer in in bar cooler (right side) is not easily readable.

     Correction: Provide a thermomter that is easy to read.

     Code 4-204.112 (D)

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS CONFORM TO ANSI STANDARDS

     Large plastic commercial detergent container (green lotionized dishwash +) is not ANSI certified or approved by the department.

     Correction: Unapproved, non-food grade container shall be removed from food service and cannot be used for storing or cooling of foods.

     Code 4-205.11

2. Mar 3, 2025 Routine · 2 priority, 1 priority foundation, 4 core
   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     COOLING - 6-HOUR COOLING PARAMETER

     Carnitas in walkin at 54 degrees F has not cooled within 6 hours

     Correction: If safe, reheat food to 165°F and restart the cooling process or discard the food item. Food shall be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total 6 hour cooling period. Carnitas were discarded during the inspection and better cooling procedures were discussed.

     Code 3-501.14 (A)

   • Serious Priority

     PLUMBING - BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE - WHEN REQUIRED

     Plumbing system not provided with an air gap or backflow prevention at the right faucet on the basement sink.

     Correction: Provide air gap or backflow prevention device. Plumbing systems shall be provided with backflow prevention at each point of use in the food establishment.

     Code 5-203.14

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     PROPER COOLING METHODS - CRITERIA

     Improper cooling methods are observed for carnitas in deep metal pans.

     Correction: Adjust methods or procedures to facilitate cooling as described in 3-501.15.

     Code 3-501.15 (A)

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     WIPING CLOTHS - USE LIMITATION - STORED OFF FLOOR

     Wiping cloth sanitizer solution is stored on the floor.

     Correction: Store wiping cloth sanitizer solution off the floor and in a manner to prevent cross contamination. Container was moved to a shelf and staff was instructed to no longer put the container on the floor.

     Code 3-304.14 (E)

   • Not serious Core

     NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEAN

     Non-food contact surfaces of the backs of the cookline equipment and gas lines are soiled with grease and dust.

     Correction: Clean and remove dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris from all non-food contact surfaces of equipment.

     Code 4-601.11 (C)

   • Not serious Core

     INSECTS AND RODENTS - OUTER OPENINGS - SOLID, SELF-CLOSING AND TIGHT FITTING DOORS

     The exterior door in the back room is not self-closing and tight-fitting.

     Correction: Provide a self-closing and tight fitting door to prevent the entrance of insects or rodents.

     Code 6-202.15 (A) (3)

   • Not serious Core

     HANDWASHING SIGNAGE

     No handwashing signage provided at men's bathroom handwashing sink.

     Correction: Provide handwashing signage at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.

     Code 6-301.14

3. Feb 27, 2024 Pre-inspection Follow Up · 2 priority foundation, 2 core, 4 repeat
   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     PERSON IN CHARGE - EMPLOYEE ILLNESS REPORTING

     The Person in Charge (PIC) has not provided training to employees about their responsibility to inform the person in charge about any signs, symptoms and diagnosis of foodborne illness.

     Correction: The person in charge shall provide training to employees on their reponsibility to report any signs, symptoms or diagnosis of foodborne illness. Have each employee read and sign the employee reporting form and keep on file. Forms will be provided in Spanish.

     Code 2-103.11 (O)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     CONSUMER ADVISORY - DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

     Consumer advisory is missing the disclosure statement for steak and eggs that may be undercooked to order.

     Correction: Properly identifiy those food items that require a consumer advisory.

     Code 3-603.11 (B)

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     LABELING - FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS LABELED WITH COMMON NAME

     Containers of salt and sugar are stored in unlabeled containers.

     Correction: Store all foods that are removed from their original packages in containers labeled with the common name of the food or ingredient.

     Code 3-302.12

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     FLOOR AND WALL JUNCTURES, COVED, AND ENCLOSED OR SEALED

     Floor and wall juncture in men's bathroom and in the room near the backdoor lacked approved base coving.

     Correction: Provide base coving as part of remodelling

     Code 6-201.13 (A)

4. Nov 13, 2023 Pre-inspection · 2 priority, 5 priority foundation, 6 core
   • Serious Priority

     EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS - MATERIAL FOR CONSTRUCTION AND REPAIR - UNSAFE

     Plastic grocery bags cannot be used in direct contact with food (churros in freezer).

     Correction: Discard unsafe equipment and utensils. Use approved containers or food safe plastic bags to store foods in the freezer.

     Code 4-101.11 (A)

   • Serious Priority

     PLUMBING - BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE - WHEN REQUIRED

     Plumbing system not provided with an air gap under the ice bin or soda machine. An air break is present but an air gap must be provided of approximately 1 inch. The two threaded faucets in the basement need screw on backflow preventors.

     Correction: Provide air gap or backflow prevention device. Plumbing systems shall be provided with backflow prevention at each point of use in the food establishment.

     Code 5-203.14

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     PERSON IN CHARGE - EMPLOYEE ILLNESS REPORTING

     The Person in Charge (PIC) has not provided training to employees about their responsibility to inform the person in charge about any signs, symptoms and diagnosis of foodborne illness.

     Correction: The person in charge shall provide training to employees on their reponsibility to report any signs, symptoms or diagnosis of foodborne illness. Have each employee read and sign the employee reporting form and keep on file. Forms will be provided in Spanish.

     Code 2-103.11 (O)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

     Food establishment does not have procedures that address responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. The kit that the facility has is incomplete.

     Correction: Develop procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Specifically actions that employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination.

     Code 2-501.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     CONSUMER ADVISORY - DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

     Consumer advisory is missing the disclosure statement for steak and eggs that may be undercooked to order.

     Correction: Properly identifiy those food items that require a consumer advisory.

     Code 3-603.11 (B)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     THERMOMETERS - AMBIENT AIR AND WATER - ACCURACY

     The thermoemter in the walkin cooler was not accurate and needs to be replaced.

     Correction: Calibrate or replace thermometer.

     Code 4-203.12

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES - PROVIDED

     The metal stem thermometer onsite was in poor condition.

     Correction: Provide a new metal stem thermometer that is easily accessible and capable of taking temperatures in food.

     Code 4-302.12 (A)

   • Not serious Core

     PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - COVERED CONTAINERS OR WRAPPING

     An open container of ice cream was observed in the freezer.

     Correction: All foods that are not part of a cooling process shall be covered at all times to prevent cross-contamination. Food shall be discarded if suspected of cross-contamination.

     Code 3-302.11 (A) (4)

   • Not serious Core

     LABELING - FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS LABELED WITH COMMON NAME

     Containers of salt and sugar are stored in unlabeled containers.

     Correction: Store all foods that are removed from their original packages in containers labeled with the common name of the food or ingredient.

     Code 3-302.12

   • Not serious Core

     IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

     The ice scoop was stored on top of the ice machine where it can get dirty and dusty. Store the ice scoop in a covered washable container or in the ice with the handle extending out.

     Correction: Store in-use utensils in the food item with handle extended, on a clean surface, running dipper well or in a container of water greater than 135°F.

     Code 3-304.12

   • Not serious Core

     SURFACE CHARACTERISTICS - INDOOR AREAS

     The wooden bathroom partitions are not allowed and must be replaced with approved materials such as plastic or metal. The floor in the men's room is in poor condition and must be repaired or replaced with approved materials. Three walls in the backroom must be finished with approved materials and basecove installed. The window sill near the handwash sink must be repaired and repainted.

     Correction: Repair area or replace with approved materials. Walls, floors and ceilings shall be smooth, durable and easily cleanable. If located in areas subject to moisture they shall also be non-absorbent.

     Code 6-101.11

   • Not serious Core

     FLOOR AND WALL JUNCTURES, COVED, AND ENCLOSED OR SEALED

     Floor and wall juncture in men's bathroom and in the room near the backdoor lacked approved base coving.

     Correction: Provide base coving as part of remodelling

     Code 6-201.13 (A)

   • Not serious Core

     DRYING MOPS

     Mops were not stored properlty to dry. Mops need to be hung up to dry.

     Correction: Store mops to allow them to air dry without soiling walls, equipment and supplies.

     Code 6-501.16