El Mezcal Mexican Restaurant

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Inspections

1. May 12, 2026 Routine · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation, 2 core
   • Serious Priority

     TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING

     Beef in walk in cooler and chorizo in the cart are both out of temperature. Beef was chorizo were discarded.

     Correction: Maintain cold time/temperature control for safety food at or below 41°F. Discard unsafe food items.

     Code 3-501.16 (A) (2) AND (B)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     PERSON IN CHARGE - COOLING METHODS

     The Person in Charge (PIC) is not monitoring the proper methods for rapidly cooling food.

     Correction: The person in charge shall ensure proper methods for the rapid cooling of food and that routine monitoring of food temperatures is conducted during the cooling process.

     Code 2-103.11 (H)

   • Not serious Core

     PROPER COOLING METHODS - IN EQUIPMENT

     Do not cool cheese in the walk in freezer in 5 gallon buckets. Break down into smaller metal pans. Do not cool large quantities of beef and cover. Break down to smaller portions and leave uncovered until reaching 41 degrees.

     Correction: Provide containers that facilitate heat transfer, such as metal pans, and loosely cover food items during the cooling process so that heat is allowed to escape.

     Code 3-501.15 (B)

   • Not serious Core

     PLUMBING - SYSTEM MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR

     Repair the leaking valve for the dishwasher.

     Correction: The plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Repair or replace defective or leaking plumbing.

     Code 5-205.15 (B)

2. Apr 23, 2025 Routine · 4 core
   • Not serious Core

     LABELING - FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS LABELED WITH COMMON NAME

     Label all 5 gallon storage containers as to contents. ( garlic, sugar, spices, etc)

     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

     LABELING - FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS LABELED WITH COMMON NAME

     Labels all squeeze bottle as to contents with the common name.

     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 Corrected on site

     IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

     Do not use bowls to dispense product from storage containers in the walk in cooler.

     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

     WIPING CLOTHS - USE LIMITATION - SANITIZING SOLUTIONS

     Wiping cloths need to be stored in an apporved container, with the proper amount off sanitizing solution.

     Correction: Maintain wiping cloth sanitizer solution clean and free from visible debris.

     Code 3-304.14 (D)

   • Not serious Core

     FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED - MISCELLANEOUS CONTAMINATION

     Do not store containers of sliced onions directly on top of the tomatoes in the main prep cooler.

     Correction: Discard food item.

     Code 3-307.11

3. May 6, 2024 Routine · 1 priority foundation, 1 core
   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     HANDWASHING CLEANSER AVAILABILITY

     Provide a working soap disoenser for the handwash sink at the bar.

     Correction: Provide hand soap at handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing.

     Code 6-301.11

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     PROPER COOLING METHODS - IN EQUIPMENT

     When cooling product in the walk in cooler do not cover hot pans with the lid. Must allow heat to escape for proper cooling.

     Correction: Provide containers that facilitate heat transfer, such as metal pans, and loosely cover food items during the cooling process so that heat is allowed to escape.

     Code 3-501.15 (B)

4. May 23, 2023 Routine · 1 priority foundation, 3 core
   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     USING A HANDWASHING SINK - ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED

     Must use the designated handwash sink at the bar, do not use the dump sink as a handwash sink.

     Correction: Keep handwashing sink in working condition at all times to allow for frequent handwashing.

     Code 5-205.11 (A) and (C)

   • Not serious Core

     IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

     Do not store tongs directly in the product in the drawer cooler under the grill. Recommend installing hooks or a rack along side grill to hang tongs.

     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

     FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED FROM PREMISE - NOT EXPOSED TO SPLASH AND DUST

     Provide a splash guard on both sides of the handwash sink to prevent food contamination in the kitchen. Sink located by the soda dispensers.

     Correction: Store food in areas not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination.

     Code 3-305.11 (A) (2)

   • Not serious Core

     PLUMBING - SYSTEM MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR

     Repair the leaking faucet for the food prep sink.

     Correction: The plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Repair or replace defective or leaking plumbing.

     Code 5-205.15 (B)