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Tino's Carry Out

1100 WASHINGTON AVE, Racine, WI 53403 · Racine County

38cited violations
7serious tier
7inspections

Establishment

Type
Restaurant (retail food serving meals) (Retail Food - Serving Meals)
Inspected by
City of Racine Public Health Department
License / ID
HSAT-7QX7MJ
Status
Permitted
Phone
(262) 633-7777
Official record
City of Racine Public Health Department inspection reports

Other public records for this business

Year by year

YearInspectionsViolationsSerious
2026280
20253245
2024162
2023100

Inspections

  1. Sep 30, 2026 Re-inspection · 1 priority foundation, 1 repeat
    • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat Corrected on site

      USING A HANDWASHING SINK - HANDWASHING ONLY

      9/30/26: Rags observed in the handwashing sink. 9/10/26: Utensils observed in the handwashing sink.

      Correction: Keep handwashing sink free of obstructions at all times to allow for frequent handwashing. Action Taken: Rags removed during inspection.

      Code 5-205.11 (B)

  2. Sep 10, 2026 Routine · 1 priority foundation, 6 core, 2 repeat
    • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

      USING A HANDWASHING SINK - HANDWASHING ONLY

      Utensils observed in the handwashing sink.

      Correction: Keep handwashing sink free of obstructions at all times to allow for frequent handwashing.

      Code 5-205.11 (B)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - COVERED CONTAINERS OR WRAPPING

      Various foods throughout the establishment coolers observed to be uncovered.

      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

      FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED - MISCELLANEOUS CONTAMINATION

      - Uncovered gyro cone observed to be hanging from walk in cooler shelf and protruding into the walkway. - Cell phone observed on deli slicer.

      Correction: Discard food item.

      Code 3-307.11

    • Not serious Core

      PROPER COOLING METHODS USED - FROZEN FOOD

      Gyro cone not stored and maintained frozen.

      Correction: Adjust procedures so that food that is frozen in a freezer is maintained frozen while being stored. Follow manufacturer's instructions.

      Code 3-501.11

    • Not serious Core

      FOOD LABELS - PROVIDED

      Packaged candy grapes in grab and go cooler are not labeled.

      Correction: Packaged foods shall be labeled as required by law.

      Code 3-602.11 (A)

    • Not serious Core

      HANDWASHING AIDS AND DEVICES, USE RESTRICTION

      Soap is provided at prep sink.

      Correction: Remove handwashing aids and devices at unapproved sink and prohibit handwashing at this sink.

      Code 6-301.13

    • Not serious Core

      MAINTAINING PREMISES, UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND LITTER

      Leaf blower and other tools observed to be stored in the kitchen.

      Correction: Items that are unnecessary to the operation of the food establishment shall be removed from the premise.

      Code 6-501.114

  3. Nov 21, 2025 Routine · 2 priority, 1 priority foundation, 5 core, 2 repeat
    • Serious Priority Corrected on site

      PROPER DISPOSITION OF FOOD - UNSAFE OR ADULTERATED

      Sheet of paper towel observed to be submerged in container of hot peppers.

      Correction: Discard food that can not be safely reconditioned or is adulterated. Action Taken: Container of peppers was discarded during inspection.

      Code 3-701.11 (A)

    • Serious Priority Corrected on site

      TOXIC SUBSTANCES - STORAGE

      Bleach and other cleaning chemicals observed to be stored on shelves amongst utensils and dry food products.

      Correction: Rearrange area so that toxic materials are stored below or away from food, equipment and single service items. Action Taken: All chemicals were moved to designated chemical storage area.

      Code 7-201.11 (B)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

      USING A HANDWASHING SINK - HANDWASHING ONLY

      Employees observed to use prep sink for handwashing and food prep.

      Correction: Handwashing may not occur in prep sink. Use dedicated handwashing sink for handwashing. Action Taken: Handwashing aids removed and prep sink was sanitized before any food prep occurred.

      Code 5-205.11 (B)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - COVERED CONTAINERS OR WRAPPING

      -Large gyro cone in Walk-in cooler observed to be uncovered. -Containers of hot dogs, chicken strips, and other food items in prep cooler were observed to be uncovered. -Container of hot peppers observed to be uncovered underneath prep table.

      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 Repeat Corrected on site

      IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

      In use utensils observed to be stored in the crevice between two prep tables.

      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. Action Taken: Knife was removed and taken to warewashing station.

      Code 3-304.12

    • Not serious Core

      FOOD LABELS - LABEL INFORMATION

      BBQ Sauce label is missing address and net quantity of contents.

      Correction: Label information shall include: common name of food, ingredients in order of predominance, quantity, name of business or manufacturer, color additive such canthaxanthin or astaxanthin in salmon and nutritional information.

      Code 3-602.11 (B) (1)-(4), (6) and (7)

    • Not serious Core Corrected on site

      WAREWASHING - SINKS - USE LIMITATION

      The warewashing sink is being used improperly for thawing meat.

      Correction: Discontinue using warewashing sink compartments for food prep. Action Taken: The prep was being done in the sanitize compartment of the 3 comp sink, however it was being done below the flood rim. The food was removed from the 3 comp, and thawing process was continued in the dedicated prep sink.

      Code 4-501.16

    • Not serious Core

      CLEANING, FREQUENCY AND RESTRICTIONS

      Dark mildew-like substance observed on the wall above the warewashing sink.

      Correction: Clean the physical facilities at a frequency necessary to keep them clean.

      Code 6-501.12

  4. Mar 14, 2025 Re-inspection · 4 core, 4 repeat
    • Not serious Core Repeat

      CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER - POSTING OF CERTIFICATE

      There is no approved or current food protection manager’s certificate posted in the food establishment.

      Correction: Post current food protection manager certification in conspicuous view within the food establishment.

      Code 12-201.11 (B)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      WIPING CLOTHS - USE LIMITATION - CLOTHS FOR WIPING COUNTERS STORED IN SANITIZER

      Wiping cloth used for wiping surfaces stored on prep counters near meat slicer and near prep cooler.

      Correction: Cloths used for wiping counters and equipment shall be stored in a sanitizing solution in between uses.

      Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      THERMOMETERS - FUNCTIONALITY - INTEGRAL OR PERMANENTLY AFFIXED MEASURING DEVICE

      Grab and go cooler is not equipped with an integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device.

      Correction: Provide a integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device.

      Code 4-204.112 (B)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      DESIGNATED AREAS - EMPLOYEE ACCOMODATIONS

      3/14/25 1. Employee coffee mugs, lighters, lotion, observed on prep counters. 2/12/25 1. Employee coffee cups, and chia pudding observed on prep counter. 2. Employee cell phone and coffee cup observed on meat slicer.

      Correction: Relocate employee storage lockers to prevent contamination of food, equipment, linens, single-use and single service articles.

      Code 6-403.11 (B)

  5. Feb 12, 2025 Routine · 3 priority, 2 priority foundation, 7 core, 2 repeat
    • Serious Priority Corrected on site

      REHEATING FOR HOT HOLDING

      Chili was improperly reheated. Processed chili was not reheated to 135°F within 2 hours.

      Correction: Adjust procedures and methods to properly reheat food. It is not reccomended to reheat on the steam table. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove, then hot hold in the steam table once reheated. Action Taken: Chili was discarded and the new batch was reheated in the microwave before being placed on the steam table.

      Code 3-403.11

    • Serious Priority Corrected on site

      COOLING - 6-HOUR COOLING PARAMETER

      Steak in walk in cooler at 68°F has not cooled within 6 hours.

      Correction: 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. Action Taken: Steak was discarded.

      Code 3-501.14 (A)

    • Serious Priority

      TCS FOOD - HOT HOLDING

      Gyro cone on the broiler, that was turned off, is being hot held at room temperature.

      Correction: Maintain time/temperature control for safety food at or above 135°F. Broiler must remain on and cone must be cooked continuously in four hours or less.

      Code 3-501.16 (A) (1)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

      THAWING

      Raw beef is being improperly thawed by sitting at room temperature in still water in the sink.

      Correction: Adjust procedures or methods to properly thaw foods. Action Taken: Beef was just placed in the sink, cold water was turned on promptly to thaw meat properly.

      Code 3-501.13 (A) - (D)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - SOILED

      Meat slicer is visibly soiled with food buildup and debris.

      Correction: Maintain food contact surfaces in a clean condition.

      Code 4-601.11 (A)

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER - POSTING OF CERTIFICATE

      There is no approved or current food protection manager’s certificate posted in the food establishment.

      Correction: Post current food protection manager certification in conspicuous view within the food establishment.

      Code 12-201.11 (B)

    • Not serious Core

      PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - COVERED CONTAINERS OR WRAPPING

      1. Gyro cone in the walk in cooler observed to be unwrapped or uncovered. 2. Breadded catfish observed to be uncovered in the bottom of the prep cooler.

      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 Repeat

      IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

      Knives were improperly stored in between paper bags on the prep counter.

      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 - CLOTHS FOR WIPING COUNTERS STORED IN SANITIZER

      Wiping cloth used for wiping surfaces stored on prep counters near meat slicer and near prep cooler.

      Correction: Cloths used for wiping counters and equipment shall be stored in a sanitizing solution in between uses.

      Code 3-304.14 (B) (1)

    • Not serious Core

      THERMOMETERS - FUNCTIONALITY - INTEGRAL OR PERMANENTLY AFFIXED MEASURING DEVICE

      Grab and go cooler is not equipped with an integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device.

      Correction: Provide a integral or permanently affixed temperature measuring device.

      Code 4-204.112 (B)

    • Not serious Core

      PLUMBING - SYSTEM MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR

      The handwash closest to the prep area does not release hot water from the faucet.

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

      Code 5-205.15 (B)

    • Not serious Core

      DESIGNATED AREAS - EMPLOYEE ACCOMODATIONS

      1. Employee coffee cups, and chia pudding observed on prep counter. 2. Employee cell phone and coffee cup observed on meat slicer.

      Correction: Relocate employee storage lockers to prevent contamination of food, equipment, linens, single-use and single service articles.

      Code 6-403.11 (B)

  6. Mar 26, 2024 Routine · 2 priority, 4 core, 4 repeat
    • Serious Priority Repeat Corrected on site

      PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS

      Raw eggs were stored above Italian beef in the walk-in cooler.

      Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Discard ready-to-eat foods that show evidence of contamination. Action Taken: The eggs were moved to the bottom shelf during inspection.

      Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)

    • Serious Priority Repeat Corrected on site

      TOXIC SUBSTANCES - STORAGE

      Bottle of WD-40 stored above drinks and next to seasonings.

      Correction: Rearrange area so that toxic materials are stored below or away from food, equipment and single service items. Action Taken: The WD-40 was moved during inspection.

      Code 7-201.11 (B)

    • Not serious Core

      CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER - POSTING OF CERTIFICATE

      There is no approved or current food protection manager’s certificate posted in the food establishment.

      Correction: Post current food protection manager certification in conspicuous view within the food establishment.

      Code 12-201.11 (B)

    • Not serious Core Repeat Corrected on site

      IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

      Single-use cups were improperly stored as scoops in bulk spices.

      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. Action Taken: The cups were removed during inspection.

      Code 3-304.12

    • Not serious Core

      NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEANING FREQUENCY

      The floor of the walk-in freezer is soiled.

      Correction: Clean all equipment on a routine basis to prevent accumulation of soil residues.

      Code 4-602.13

    • Not serious Core Repeat

      UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT AND LINENS - AIR-DRYING REQUIRED

      Clean hotel pans are being stored or stacked without being air-dried.

      Correction: Air dry all clean utensils before storage and before contact with food.

      Code 4-901.11

  7. May 12, 2023 Re-inspection 2 · No items found

    No violations cited.

Source: City of Racine Public Health Department. History last read Oct 16, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.