Mariscos La Marea

9404 OVELLA AVE, Dallas, TX 75220 · Dallas County

103cited violations

30serious tier

14inspections

Historical record. Historical: the City of Dallas published this dataset from October 2016 to February 2024 and then ended it (dataset ended 2024). Later inspections are not in it. Points follow the Texas inspection form: Priority items 3 points (shown as serious), Priority Foundation 2, Core 1.

Establishment

Type: Food establishment
Inspected by: City of Dallas Code Compliance (2016–2024 dataset)
Official record: City of Dallas Code Compliance (2016–2024 dataset) inspection reports

Other public records for this business

Year by year

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2023	2	13	4
2022	2	17	2
2021	1	7	1
2020	2	15	5
2019	2	18	5
2018	2	11	2
2017	3	22	11

Inspections

Oct 24, 2023 Routine Score 90
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Sanitization after Cleaning
  
  SANITIZER NOT SET UP FOR KITCHEN
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
  
  OBSERVED ALL PREPARED FOODS OR PRE PORTIONED PROTEINS WITHOUT DATE MARKS
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
  
  NO CHLORINE TEST STRIPS AVAILABLE
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Hand sinks: number installed for convenient use
  
  PROVIDE HANDWASH SIGN IN SINK BY PANTRY
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Other Violations
  
  PROVIDE CURRENT INSPECTION REPORT OR SIGNAGE STATING ITS AVAILABLE
Mar 1, 2023 Routine Score 84
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Time as PHC:provide written procedures on site
  
  Observed hot sauce with tomatoes @ 54 F with no PHC documentation
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Equipment and Utensils Durability and Strength
  
  Do not use grocery bag to hot hold cooked rice in equipment unit
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
  
  Clean rusted WIC shelves, if not removable, buy new shelves and clean moldy/dirty RIC/RIF gaskets
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Light bulbs, light shields provided
  
  Replace missing venthood lights and missing venthood filters
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Premises shall be maintained in good repair
  
  Repair faucet knob @ dish pit (spray hose), kitchen/lobby floor. Repair damaged WIC gasket
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Backflow prevention device - installed
  
  Provide backflow prevention for hose connected in water heater closet
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Grease Trap Tickets
  
  (09-22-2022)
Jul 22, 2022 Routine Score 80
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Cold/hot hold unit thermometer easily viewable
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Individual, disposable towels
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Outer openings:closing holes, gaps
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Containers of chemical sanitizing solutions stored off the floor and used in a manner that preve
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Light bulbs, light shields provided
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Premises shall be maintained in good repair
Apr 13, 2022 Routine Score 93
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
  
  RFSM not on site.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Original cont. of RTE/PHF/Day1= day of opening
  
  Observe TCS foods not datemarked.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
  
  Observed gaps at back door.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Utensils, single serve items 6 inches off - floor
  
  Observed to-go boxes stored on the floor.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Handwashing signage
  
  Need handwash signage at all handwash sinks.
Nov 2, 2021 Routine Score 90
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, device criteria
  
  Observed sanitizer in bucket tested at 200 ppm Cl. Maintain at 100 ppm Cl.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Original cont. of RTE/PHF/Day1= day of opening
  
  Must datemark items held longer than 24 hrs for no more than 7 days.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
  
  Observed gaps at back doors.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
  
  Observed food stored uncovered in WIC.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
  
  Observed outside of microwave is dirty.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Light bulbs, light shields provided
  
  Replace light bulb above the ice machine.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Lockers to be used to store personal items
  
  Store employee clothing in appropriate place.
Dec 8, 2020 Routine Score 82
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,
  
  Observed raw fish over limes
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
  
  Observed dish machine <50 ppl Cl
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Toxic items labeling-non original container
  
  Observed spray bottle w/ no label
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Grease Trap Tickets
  
  Service grease trap every 90 days
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  No soap at handsink
  
  Provide soap at hand sink
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
  
  Repair bottom RIF panels, handle on RIF
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
  
  Label dry powder ingredients
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Premises shall be maintained in good repair
  
  Repair hot water to hand sink, seal hand sink to wall, replace ceiling tile.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Ventilation hood-prevent grease dripping
  
  repair vent hood panels
Apr 22, 2020 Routine Score 90
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Toxic items labeling-non original container
  
  Observed chemical spray bottle with no label
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Does the establishment have sufficient capacity to meet peak hot water demands?
  
  Observed water heater not working -- repair today.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
  
  Provide sanitizer test strips.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
  
  Observed scoop handle in flour.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Premises shall be maintained in good repair
  
  Repair door frame, wall
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Handwashing signage
  
  Provide handwash sign in mens restroom
Nov 20, 2019 Routine Score 84
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
  
  Observed sliced tomato 52 degrees F, cheese 54 degrees F. Unit temp 48 degrees F.
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Toxic items labeling-non original container
  
  Observed chemical spray bottle with no label.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
  
  No RFSM on site. At least 1 person with RFSM certificate must be on site during operating hours.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
  
  Observed no date marking
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
  
  Observed drinks kept outdoors.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
  
  Observed bowls being used as scoops. Scoops must have handles that stick up out of product.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Premises shall be maintained in good repair
  
  Repair bathroom doors
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Covered waste receptacle for women's restroom
  
  Provide lid for trash in womens restroom
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Handwashing signage
  
  Provide hand wash sign in mens restroom.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
  
  Observed back door kept open. Must be closed to prevent entrance of pests.
May 7, 2019 Routine Score 83
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Damaged Equipment
  
  gasket needs to be replaced on the walk in cooler door; not cooling efficiently
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Clean Sight and Touch
  
  pink biofilm observed inside the ice machine- corrected on site
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Cooling, heating, and holding capacities. Equipment
  
  walk in cooler measured at 50 degrees F; the PIC and the owner both informed me that the cooler was not operating properly for more than a day; the PHF was immediately discarded and destroyed. The reach in cooler was measured at
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Floor& wall junctures- coved & sealed
  
  the walk in cooler door area
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
  
  raw eggs - 50 degrees F; beef sirloin- 55 degrees F; catfish-55 degrees f; raw shrimp-55 degrees F- mussels-55 degrees F; clams-55 degrees F; raw oysters-55 degrees F; raw shrimp-55 degrees F; beef fajita raw- 55 degrees F; spanish rice 58 degrees F; reach in cooler- raw beef-47.9 degrees F
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Hand sink water temperature below 110'F
  
  hand sinks measured at 86 degrees F, 106 degrees F, and 92 degrees F
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
  
  keep the door closed at all times to prevent pest entry
Nov 27, 2018 Routine Score 90
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Plumbing design, construction, and install.
  
  leak in 3CS
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Food identity and accurate representation
  
  food items for season not labeled
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Premises shall be maintained in good repair
  
  holes in wall
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Kickplates
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
  
  oysters stored in handsink
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
  
  wash clothes on counters
May 24, 2018 Routine Score 92
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
  
  Salsa unit not turned on.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  HACCP-Method for monitoring & controlling
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Cold/hot hold unit thermometer easily viewable
Nov 8, 2017 Routine Score 87
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
  
  Obtain City of Dallas registered food service manager certificate, at least one employee needs to have it that is on site at all times
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Handwashing signage
  
  Have latest inspection report posted where customers can see or have a sign stating that inspection report is available upon request
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Toxic items labeling-non original container
  
  label spray bottles
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food protected cross contamination separating types of raw animal food storage, preparation, hol
  
  raw chicken observed stored above fish
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Shellfish tags to remain attached to container
  
  after finishing container store tags where easily be found
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food
Sep 20, 2017 Routine Score 80
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Contact RTE Products w/ Bare Hands
  
  fench fries, fish
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  When to wash hands before donning new gloves
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Outer openings:closing holes, gaps
  
  Seal open gaps for backdoor
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, device criteria
  
  set up sanitizer bucket
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
  
  provide date marking for all food containers
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
  
  Raw meat above RTE food Raw chicken and butter Store together Raw seafood and cooked seafood store together
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented
  
  provide cover/lid for all food containers No bowl allow to use as a scoop (must have handle)
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
  
  dirty water on the floor
Mar 6, 2017 Routine Score 84
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Floor, wall, ceiling - Exposed material
  
  ceiling tiles and holes need repairing in the storage area/ice machine area.
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
  
  raw chicken measured at 48.9 degrees F in the reach in cooler
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Toxic items labeling-non original container
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Equipment and Utensils Cleaning-contamination
  
  ice machines needs a cleaning;
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
  
  hot water knob needs to be fixed
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Preventing contamination from other sources. Miscellaneous sources of Contamination
  
  ready to eat vegetables stored too close to the hand washing sink
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  No soap at handsink

Source: City of Dallas Code Compliance (2016–2024 dataset). History last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.