Inspection Report

Business Name
Los Taquitos Mexican Grill
Business Address
7000 N 16TH ST PHOENIX AZ 85020
Permit Number
FD-33444
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
4/9/2024
Grade
A
Priority Violation
0
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 39

Description: Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and Display

Comments:

Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises

Observed uncovered container of raw shrimp stored on the floor under the storage racks in the walk-in cooler. The person in charge moved the container of shrimp off the floor and onto the storage rack at the time of inspection. Discussed protecting food from contamination from premises by storing in clean dry location 6 inches above floor.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 55

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

Core-6-101.11, C: Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas

Observed missing floor tile and exposed unsealed surfaces under storage racks and other areas of the kitchen. Discussed materials for indoor floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces to be of smooth, durable, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable.

Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed

Observed missing tile/cove base along the floor wall junction of the wall by the prep table in front of the three compartment sink. Discussed replacing any missing tile/cove base.

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Observed a build up of grease, soils, and oil condensations throughout the ventilation hood filters, drip system, along the back wall of the cooktop, under and around equipment on the cook line. Discussed cleaning frequency to protect food from overhead contamination.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Comments/Details

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Ana Jacobo

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation
Major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury (e.g. Food employees do not properly wash hands when required).
Priority Foundation Violation
Minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation. For example, hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required).
Core Violation
Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program
All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.
Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
A B B B B B B B C C C C C C D D
Priority 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3
Priority Foundation 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 5 3 4 0 1 2 3 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.