Tortilleria & Tienda La Poblanita

Year by year

Inspections

1. Dec 11, 2025 Routine Score 96
   • Not serious Priority 2

     Use an effective method to date mark refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared in a processing plant and held for more than 24 hours once opened. Day one is the day the food was opened.

     Observed a large ham being sliced per customer order, without the proper datemarking. All TCS food packaged by a processing plant, when opened and held for more than 24 hours, must be datemarked to not exceed 7 days.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0400B

   • Not serious Priority 2 Corrected on site

     Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.

     Observed plates sitting in the handwashing sink. The sink is being used for purposes other than handwashing. The PIC was instructed to remove the plates and discontinue using the handwashing sink for the rinsing of plates or utensils.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1110AB

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Provide control of pests by routinely: • Inspecting incoming food shipments • Inspecting the premises for evidence of pests • Eliminating conditions that attract pests

     Observed mouse droppings on top of lard containers in the meat market area. The Person In Charge was asked to clean droppings and disinfect containers. Have your pest control operator address the active rodent activity more frequently and implement measures to prevent further infestation.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1565ABD

2. Dec 23, 2024 Routine Score 92
   • Not serious Priority 2

     Use an effective method to date mark refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared in a processing plant and held for more than 24 hours once opened. Day one is the day the food was opened.

     Observed queso fresco being cut and portioned out for sale without proper date-marking. All TCS foods that are opened and held for more than 24 hours need to be date-marked so they do not exceed 7 days.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0400B

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Label all food packages as required by the law.

     Observed lard for sale in the meat market section of the store without the required labeling. Label all packaged food items sold with the appropriate labeling requirements.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0435A

   • Serious Priority 1

     Use only chemical sanitizers on food-contact surfaces that meet Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations requirements: • Part 180, section 180.940 • Part 180, subpart E, section 180.2020

     Observed concentration of chlorine in sanitizer bucket to be higher than allowed. PIC was asked to locate chlorine test strips and use when preparing sanitizer solution.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1620

   • Not serious Priority 2 Corrected on site

     Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.

     1. Observed handwashing station in meat market area being physically blocked by a cart. The cart was removed. Conversation was had with PIC regarding the importance of keeping the handwashing sink area clear and accessible. 2. Observed a cup in the handwashing sink. Handwashing sink is being used for purposes other than handwashing. Discontinue the use of the handwashing sink for the rinsing off plates/utensils.

     Code MN Rule 4626.1110AB

3. Oct 30, 2023 Routine Score 98
   • Not serious Priority 2

     Use an effective method to date mark refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared in a processing plant and held for more than 24 hours once opened. Day one is the day the food was opened.

     Observed queso fresco in display case with no dates. Date mark all TCS foods that are held for more than 24 hours so they do not exceed 7 days.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0400B

   • Not serious Priority 3

     All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.

     Observed meat slicer non-food contact surface rusted. Provide smooth and easily cleanable surface.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0735AB

   • Not serious Priority 3

     Label all food packages as required by the law.

     Observed lard for sale without proper labeling. Person In Charge was asked provide labels for products.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0435A

4. Jan 10, 2023 Follow-Up Score 98
   • Not serious Priority 2

     Use an effective method to date mark refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared in a processing plant and held for more than 24 hours once opened. Day one is the day the food was opened.

     Observed cut oxalaca and fresh cheese without date marking. Discussed marking with operator.

     Code MN Rule 4626.0400B