TOLENTINO TAQUERIA

Observed package of meat thawing on shelf above food prep sink. [CA] Frozen potentially hazardous food shall only be thawed in one of the following ways: 1) under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F or below, 2) completely submerged under potable running water for a period not to exceed two hours at a water temperature of 70°F or below, and with sufficient water velocity to agitate and flush off loose particles into the sink drain, 3) in a microwave oven if immediately followed by immediate preparation, 4) as part of a cooking process.

Roll of paper towels on top of dispenser. [CA] Provide paper towels inside dispenser.

Observed potentially hazardous foods that measured in the temperature danger zone located in the food prep cold hold unit (pico de gallo 46F, sliced tomatoes 46F). PIC stated the PHFs were placed in the unit 1 hour prior [CA] Ensure PHFs are properly cold held at 41F or below OR hot held at 135F or above. REpair, adjust or replace unit if necessary. [SA] PIC had staff put the PHFs in the reach-in cooler to quickly cool back down to 41F.

Observed 4 flies in facility. [CA] Eliminate flies.

Observed boxes of recently delivered food stored directly on the ground. [CA] Ensure food is stored at least 6 inches off of the ground.

Observed potentially hazardous food that measured in the temperature danger zone located in the reach-in cooler, on the floor and in the food prep cold hold unit (see measured violations). [CA] Ensure PHFs are properly cold held at 41F or below OR hot held at 135F or above. Repair, adjust or replace unit if necessary. Take receiving temperatures for food deliveries and put into cold holding immediately. Cool PHFs to 41F prior to placing into food prep cold hold unit. [COS] PIC put all PHFs in to refrigerator during time of inspection.

Floor sink is clogged with food and is slow draining. Also, the end of the discharge pipes lack a 1" air gap. [CA] Clean floor sink and ensure it is draining properly. Cut discharge pipes to allow for a 1" air gap between the end of the pipe and the top of the floor sink.

Observed CO2 tank to not be chained. [CA] All pressurized cylinders shall be securely fastened to a rigid structure.

CDFA dairy license has expired. [CA] Renew CDFA dairy license by 2/9/2025.

Discharge line from soft serve machine drains into floor drain without a gap. [CA] All equipment that discharges liquid waste shall be drained by means of indirect waste pipes, and all wastes drained by them shall discharge through an 1" airgap into a floor sink or other approved type of receptor.

Floor sink is extremely slow draining; strainer has to be removed in order for wastewater to drain. [CA] Ensure floor sinks properly drain. [COS] PIC removed strainer and will snake the line.

FSC expired; renew FSC for at least one employee. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times.