Taqueria Lupita, 14971 N Hwy 88, Lodi, CA 95240 - inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: TAQUERIA LUPITA
Address: 14971 N Hwy 88, Lodi, CA 95240
Phone: 209-327-0269
Last inspection: 10/13/2015

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Inspection findings

Inspection date

Type

No violation noted during this evaluation. 10/13/2015Reinspection
  • Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
    Details:
    !D True cooler at 49 F, the cheese and salsa of the same cooler/ reach-in at 47 and 43 F. Provide 41 F for all potentially hazardous food (PHF) now. This is a repeat. EHD recommends closing cover of reach-in all time except when being used to maintain cold temperature.
    Comment:
    Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/ 45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))
  • Equipment/Utensils Approved and in Good Repair
    Details:
    Condensation leaking out of above-mentioned 1D True cooler into a metal pan outside, and probably the same condensation water on the bottom shelf of the cooler chamber (only packaged food like sour cream on the bottom shelf). Repair unit so condensation liquid is not pooling at the bottom shelf or leaking into a metal pan. Please be aware condensation liquid is considered to be waste water and must be disposed to proper sewage system. EHD recommend keeping lid of the cooler's reach-in portion closed to avoid excess condensation.
    Comment:
    All utensils and equipment shall be fully operative and in good repair. (114175). All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, and meet applicable standards. (114130, 114130.1, 114130.2, 114130.3, 114130.4, 114130.5, 114132, 114133, 114137, 114139, 114153, 114155, 114163, 114165, 114167, 114169, 114177, 114180, 114182)
  • Proper Use and Storage of Wiping Cloths
    Details:
    4 wipe cloths in kitchen and 2 in back not in sanitizer bucket. Store in sanitizer bucket or in laundry. This is a repeat.
    Comment:
    Wiping cloths used to wipe service counters, scales or other surfaces that may come into contact with food shall be used only once unless kept in clean water with sanitizer. (114135, 114185.1 114185.3 (d-e))
10/07/2015Routine
  • Critical: Improper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures (corrected on site)
    Comment:
    Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at or below 41/ 45°F or at or above 135°F. (113996, 113998, 114037, 114343(a))
  • Rodents, Insects, Birds or Animals Inside Facility
    Comment:
    Each food facility shall be kept free of vermin: rodents (rats, mice), cockroaches, flies.( 114259.1, 114259.4, 114259.5)
  • Use of Unapproved Thawing Methods
    Comment:
    Food shall be thawed under refrigeration completely submerged under cold running water of sufficient velocity to flush loose particles in microwave oven during the cooking process. (114018, 114020, 114020.1)
  • Improper Use and Storage of Wiping Cloths
    Comment:
    Wiping cloths used to wipe service counters, scales or other surfaces that may come into contact with food shall be used only once unless kept in clean water with sanitizer. (114135, 114185.1 114185.3 (d-e))
  • Premises: Not Clean/Litter Free
    Details:
    Not Vermin-Proof
10/08/2014Routine
  • Lack of Valid Food Safety Certificate
    Comment:
    All food employees shall have adequate knowledge of and be trained in food safety as it relates to their assigned duties. (113947) Food facilities that prepare, handle or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food, shall have an employee who has passed an approved food safety certification examination. (113947-113947.1) Any food handler hired after June 1, 2011 shall obtain a Food Handler Card within 30 days (113948).
  • Handwashing Facilities Not Supplied and Accessible
    Comment:
    Handwashing soap and towels or drying device shall be provided in dispensers dispensers shall be maintained in good repair. (113953.2) Adequate facilities shall be provided for hand washing, food preparation and the washing of utensils and equipment. (113953, 113953.1, 114067(f))
  • Hot and Cold Potable Water Not Available
    Comment:
    An adequate, protected, pressurized, potable supply of hot water and cold water shall be provided at all times. (113953(c), 114099.2(b) 114101(a), 114189, 114192, 114192.1, 114195)
  • Improper Use and Storage of Wiping Cloths
    Comment:
    Wiping cloths used to wipe service counters, scales or other surfaces that may come into contact with food shall be used only once unless kept in clean water with sanitizer. (114135, 114185.1 114185.3 (d-e))
10/15/2013Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation. 06/18/2013Change Of Owner
  • Handwashing Facilities Not Supplied and Accessible (corrected on site)
    Comment:
    Handwashing soap and towels or drying device shall be provided in dispensers dispensers shall be maintained in good repair. (113953.2) Adequate facilities shall be provided for hand washing, food preparation and the washing of utensils and equipment. (113953, 113953.1, 114067(f))
  • Food Unprotected from Contamination During Storage
    Comment:
    All food shall be separated and protected from contamination. (113984 (a, b, c, d, f), 113986, 114060, 114067(a, d, e, j), 114069(a, b), 114077, 114089.1 (c), 114143 (c))
  • Improper Use and Storage of Wiping Cloths
    Comment:
    Wiping cloths used to wipe service counters, scales or other surfaces that may come into contact with food shall be used only once unless kept in clean water with sanitizer. (114135, 114185.1 114185.3 (d-e))
  • Floors, Walls, Ceilings
    Details:
    Not Clean and Maintained
  • Signs Not Posted
    Details:
    Last Inspection Rpt Unavailable
04/08/2013Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation. 04/11/2012Routine

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