Taqueria Tex Mex

Year by year

Inspections

1. Mar 8, 2026 Routine · 1 priority foundation, 1 core
   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL - PLAN AVAILABLE AND PROPER METHODS

     No time as a public health control plan is available for review. A copy of the approved plan was given during the inspection.

     Correction: Food item out of temperature control or improperly prepared that is considered unsafe shall be discarded. Time as a public health control shall not be used until a plan is provided and readily available for review by the regulatory authority.

     Code 3-501.19 (A)

   • Not serious Core Corrected on site

     IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

     The scoop handle in the bulk sugar was touching the food. The scoop was repositioned during the inspection.

     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

2. Oct 18, 2025 Routine · No items found

   No violations cited.

3. Nov 16, 2024 Routine · No items found

   No violations cited.

4. Mar 23, 2024 Routine · 2 priority foundation, 1 core
   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE - ILLNESS REPORTING RESPONSIBILITES

     Person in charge is unable to demonstrate knowledge regarding foodborne illness reporting requirements by employees. Symptoms discussed with the employees. See handout.

     Correction: Obtain training on foodborne illness signs and symptoms and provide training to employees regarding their responsibility in reporting foodborne illness signs and symptoms to the person in charge.

     Code 2-102.11 (C) (17)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL - PLAN AVAILABLE AND PROPER METHODS

     No time as a public health control plan is available for review. A copy of the approved plan was given to the operator during the inspection.

     Correction: The time as a public health control plan should be readily available for review by the regulatory authority.

     Code 3-501.19 (A)

   • 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)

5. Oct 21, 2023 Routine · 1 priority, 2 priority foundation, 3 core, 3 repeat
   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     TCS FOOD - COLD HOLDING

     The Horchata drink was being maintained at 63 F but contained dairy products. The time the drink was made was marked on the container and it will be discarded in 4 hours if not served. The drink must be maintain at 41 F or below or you can submit a plan to use time as a public health control for approval.

     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 Corrected on site

     DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE - DIAGNOSIS AND SYMPTOMS OF ILLNESS

     Person in charge is unable to demonstrate knowledge regarding signs and symptoms of foodborne illness. Discussed the signs and symptoms while on-site. See Attachment.

     Correction: Obtain training on foodborne illness signs and symptoms.

     Code 2-102.11 (C) (3)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     FOOD THERMOMETERS - CALIBRATION TO MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS

     The dial thermometer was not calibrated properly. A calibrated digital thermometer was available.

     Correction: Calibrate the dial thermometer or remove it from the establishment. Food temperature measuring devices shall be calibrated to manufacturer's specifications.

     Code 4-502.11 (B)

   • Not serious Core Repeat

     CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER – REQUIREMENT - FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS

     There is no approved or current certified food manager for this establishment.

     Correction: Provide an approved certified food protection manager in the food establishment within 90-days.

     Code 12-201.11 (A) (1)

   • Not serious Core Repeat Corrected on site

     IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

     The ice scoop was stored with its handle in contact with the ice. The scoop was adjusted during the inspection so the handle was above the ice surface.

     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 Corrected on site

     FOOD CONTAMINATION PREVENTED FROM PREMISE - OFF THE FLOOR

     The bulk container of sugar was stored on the floor behind the counter. The container was placed on a shelf during the inspection.

     Correction: Store all food items 6 inches above the floor.

     Code 3-305.11 (A) (3)

6. May 20, 2023 Routine · 1 priority, 1 priority foundation, 2 core
   • Serious Priority Corrected on site

     TOXIC SUBSTANCES - CONDITIONS OF USE - USED

     The bleach in the wiping cloth bucket was at a concentration in excess of 200 ppm and is not being used according to manufacturer’s use directions. The bucket was refilled with a sanitizer solution that had a bleach concentration of 100 ppm.

     Correction: Change procedures and provide training to employees on proper use of poisonous or toxic materials following manufacturer's directions for use.

     Code 7-202.12 (A)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     FOOD THERMOMETERS - CALIBRATION TO MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS

     The dial food thermometer was not calibrated properly. The establishment had a digital thermometer that was calibrated.

     Correction: Food temperature measuring devices shall be calibrated to manufacturer's specifications.

     Code 4-502.11 (B)

   • Not serious Core

     CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER – REQUIREMENT - FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS

     There is no approved or current certified food manager for this establishment. The certificate posted was expired.

     Correction: Provide an approved certified food protection manager in the food establishment within 90-days.

     Code 12-201.11 (A) (1)

   • Not serious Core

     IN-USE UTENSILS, BETWEEN USE STORAGE

     Two items were noted: 1) The ice scoop was improperly stored with its handle touching the ice surface. The scoop was moved during the inspection and 2) The sccop in the bulk sugar container did not have a handle..

     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