TAQUERIA EL PATRON

Observed molded part skim cheese stored in WIC located in back of establishment. C/A: Discard of adulterated/ spoiled foods.

Observed guacamole set in PTC at 47 degrees for cold holding. Observed chicken stored in WIC at 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Repeat violation. C/a: Cold hold at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or lower. Ensure food is properly cooled prior to maintaining temperature on PTC.

Observed liquid butter/margarine stored in unlabeled container beside grill/stovetop area. Observed unlabeled food products stored in RIC in unlabeled jar. Repeat violation. C/a: Label all food stored outside of its original packaging.

Observed employee cell phone stored on plate above prep table. Observed employee drinks stored beside clean plates on shelf. Repeat violation. C/a: Store employee items in a designated space and away from food contact surfaces.

Observed most recent inspection not posted upon entering establishment.. C/a: Post most recent inspection in public view.

Observed several occurences of employees exiting kitchen with gloves on, going outside facility, returning to kitchen to handle food, all while failing to wash hands and place on new gloves. C/a: Wash hands properly with soap and water and place new gloves on before continuing food prep after leaving kitchen and returning.

Observed barbacoa and carnitas cold holding above 41 degrees F in meat WIC located outside. Observed internal thermometer indicating "spoilage" and ambient WIC temp at 53 degrees F. C/a: Cold hold at 41 degrees or lower. Service WIC if needed, change temp to ensure inside stays cool.

Observed several employee drinks in open cups (no lid or straw) on prep tables, shelves holding clean plates and near steam table. Repeat violation. C/a: Employee drinks should be covered and in designated location.

Observed enchilada sauce and mole stored uncovered in RIC on right side of kitchen entrance. Observed ground beef and diced onions stored uncovered in RIC under PTC. C/a: Repeat violation. Cover all food in storage.

Observed sugar sitting in uncovered, unlabeled pitcher of shelf above prep table. C/a: Label all food stored outside its original packaging. Place lid/covering on sugar.

Observed bottom of pan containing cooked beef sitting directly on top of more cooked beef on steam table. C/a: Do not store anything other than lid/covering directly on ready to eat food to prevent any possible cross contamination.

Observed employee wearing watch while cutting limes and lemons for drinks. Observed watch come in contact with cutting board and fruit. C/a: Refrain from jewelry on the hands/wrist during food prep outside of a plain band ring.

Observed employee drink in open cup near prep table and steam table with no lid and straw. Repeat violation. C/a: Employee drinks should be covered and in designated location.

Observed shrimp and diced pineapple stored uncovered in RIC. C/a: Cover all food in storage.

Observed plates and bowls not clean above prep table. C/a: Clean food contact surfaces regularly. Do not serve food to customers on dirty plates.

Observed menudo and chuletas de puerro stored past use by dates 10-27-25 and 10-26-25 respectively. Repeat violation. C/a: Discard of food past its use by date.

Observed scoop stored in sazon seasoning below prep counter. Repeat violation. C/a: Store scoops outside food product itself.

Observed employee drink in open cup near steam table with no lid and straw. C/a: Employee drinks should be covered and not stored near food.

Observed bulk ice machine dirty with brown buildup. C/a: Clean food contact surfaces.

Observed mole stored in reach in cooler with use by date of 3/26/25. C/a: Discard of food past its use by date.

Observed most recent inspection not posted. Repeat violation. C/a: Post most recent inspection in public view.

Observed scoop stored in sazon seasoning. Repeat violation. C/a: Store scoops outside food product itself.

Observed cooked beef or pork stored in container containing raw fish in RIC inside main kitchen. C/a: Follow proper storage order and do not store cooked items with raw seafood.

Observed shrimp, cheese, and several other food items stored uncovered in RIC below prep top cooler. Repeat violation.

Observed container labeled "mores" stored past use by date of 3/1/25. Observed container "molida" stored past use by date of 3/5/25 and more container of cabeza stored past use by date of 2/25/25. C/a: Monitor use by dates closely and discard as needed.

Observed to go containers stored open in contact with dusty shelving. Observed shrimp left stored on the floor. C/a: Store food contact surfaces on clean surfaces. Keep to go containers in plastic sleeves they are received in. Do not store food on floor.

Observed employee wearing threaded bracelets during active food preparation. Repeat violation. C/a: Refrain from jewelry outside of a plain band ring during food prep.

Observed employee blow directly into gloves as well as not wash hands prior to handling gloves. C/a: Do not blow into gloves. Wash hands prior to handling gloves.

Observed most recent inspection not posted. Repeat violation. C/a: Post most recent inspection in public view.

Observed scoop stored inside ice at front counter. Observed scoop stored in sazon seasoning bucket in main kitchen. C/a: Store scoops outside of food product itself.

Observed wet nesting wet nesting of stacked dishes. Repeat violation. C/a: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to stacking.

Observed wet nesting wet nesting of stacked dishes. Repeat violation. C/a: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to stacking.

Observed wet nesting wet nesting of stacked dishes. Repeat violation. C/a: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to stacking.

Observed red salsa and mole stored uncovered in RIC on right hand side of kitchen entrance. C/a: Cover all food in storage appropriately with or wrap.

Observed brown build up in ice machine. Repeat violation. C/a: Clean on a regular routine basis to prevent buildup.

Observed liquid butter stored in unlabeled bottle at the grill. C/a: Label food stored outside of its original container.

Observed phone stored amongst clean plates. C/a: Store personal belongings away from food contact surfaces.

Observed employee wearing watch during food prep. C/a: Refrain from wearing jewelry on the hands/wrists outside of a plan band ring.

Observed gnats and flies in dining area and kitchen. Repeat violation. C/a: Determine a method to deter flies from establishment. Be sure to wipe down sticky areas that may attract pests.

Observed most recent inspection not posted. C/a: Post most recent inspection in public view.

Observed wet nesting wet nesting of stacked dishes. C/a: Allow dishes to properly air dry prior to stacking.

Observed cook in kitchen handle cell phone and continue food prep without washing hands and putting on gloves. C/a: Wash hands after handling personal items and before any continued food preparation.

Observed raw shrimp stored next to cooked hot dogs. Observed shrimp in its own liquids uncovered and able to spill from its own container to other open containers holding cooked hot dogs, raw chicken, and raw pork. C/a: Do not place raw foods next to cooked or other raw foods in a fashion where cross contamination is possible with no means of proper separation.

Observed employee improperly drinking during food prep. Observed cup with no lid being stored above steam table. C/a: Employee drinks should be covered with a lid and straw to prevent accidental spills or cross contamination.

Observed excessive build up in ice machine. C/a: Clean ice machine ASAP.

Observed pork, sour cream, beef, and radishes without any labeling in RIC under prep top. Observed tamales with a use by date of 7/27/24, ribeyes with a use by date of 7/19/24, higado with a use by date of 4/12/24. C/a: Label all food in storage over 24 hours. Discard food appropriately and monitor use by dates closely.

Observed several soiled wiping cloths left on prep areas throughout kitchen. C/a: Store wiping cloths in sanitizer when not in use.

Observed flies throughout kitchen, dining room, and restrooms. Repeat violation. C/a: Determine a method to deter flies from facility as much as possible.

Observed scoops stored in seasonings.Repeat violation. C/a: Store scoops outside of food product itself.

Observed improper hand washing at sink labeled "food wash only" and observed food debris in hand sink. Repeat violation. C/a: Use sinks only for their intended purpose.

Observed tomatoes and pico de gallo stored uncovered in RIC. C/a: Cover all food in storage.

Observed tomatoes and pico de gallo stored uncovered in RIC. C/a: Cover all food in storage.

Observed excess build up in ice machine. C/a:Clean.

Observed several soiled wiping cloths across prep tables in main kitchen. C/a: Keep wiping cloths in sanitizer solution when not in use.

Observed fly traps above food contact surfaces in main kitchen full. C/a: Replace fly traps when food and do not use above food contact surfaces.

Observed scoops in powders and seasonings. C/a: Store scoops outside of food product itself.

Observed sink labeled " food wash only" holding dirty pots and pans. C/a: Use sinks for their intended use only.

Observed barabcoa, peppers, and tomatoes stored uncovered in RIC in main kitchen and WIC out back. C/a: Cover all food in storage.

Observed melted butter and another sauce stored in juice containers at grill with no labeling. C/a: Label all food being stored outside of its original container.

Observed several soiled wiping cloths across prep tables in main kitchen.

Observed several soiled wiping cloths across prep tables in main kitchen. C/a: Store wiping cloths in sanitizer solution when not in use.

Observed flies throughout kitchen. Observed fly on prep table as well as plate that was going to be served to a customer. C/a: Determine a strategy to deter/eliminate fly presence. Do NOT serve food that has potentially been contaminated by pests.