ARTEAGAS FOOD CENTER

Beans within the hot holding unit for the grab and go were measured at 128*F at the time of inspection. Per PIC, they were placed about 30-45mins ago. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. Recommend having the unit serviced to keep food above 135*F. [SA] All products were taken to the taqueria to be re-heated to 165*F and will stay within that department until unit is serviced.

A new meat slicer (Mainali Long Life Technology) within the meat department has been installed without department approval. [CA] A person proposing to build or remodel a food facility shall submit plans and specifications for review and shall receive plan approval prior to starting any new construction or remodeling. Contact DEH at 408-918-3400 or at www.ehinfo.org to obtain plan check requirements. Submit paper work within the department within 3-weeks (3/6/26) Failure to comply may result in enforcement action.

In the two front grab and go warmers: rotisserie chicken, beef barbacoa, chile verde, and whole pinto beans measured between 100-125F. Per operator, food items were placed in warmers at 11am. [CA] Potentially hazardous foods shall be held hot at 135°F or above. [SA] Food items were time marked, left over food items will be voluntarily discarded by 3pm.