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TAQUERIA LA UNICA

3100 14th St Plano, TX 75074-4404

Compliance Status

  • OUT: Not in compliance
  • IN: In compliance
  • NO: Not observed
  • NA: Not applicable
  • COS: Corrected on site
  • REPEAT: Repeat Violation

Retail Food Establishment | Routine

December 14, 2023 | View Original Inspection PDF
Score & Grade: 77
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Observations
IN
1 Proper Cooling Time and Temperature
Compliant
Observations
IN
2 Proper Cold Holding temperature(41°F/45°F)
Compliant
Observations
OUT
3 Proper Hot Holding temperature(135°F)
COS
Observations & Corrective Actions

3: 3.1 - 25 TAC §228.75(f)(1)(A) Multiple containers of cooked foods observed with internal temperature below 135F held at room temperature next to flat top grill: intestine (77F), pork (66F), carnitas (119F). Items were set out less than 2 hours prior.
Corrective Actions: Items were reheated to 165F for hot holding after notification. Shall maintain food intended for hot holding at 135°F or greater. If <2 hours food is to be reheated to 165°F. If > 2 hours food shall be discarded.

Observations
IN
4 Proper Cooking Time and Temperature
Compliant
Observations
NO
5 Proper Reheating Procedure for Hot Holding
Compliant
Observations
NA
6 Time as a Public Health Control; Right to Discard
Compliant
Observations
IN
7 Food - Approved Source, Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated, parasite destruction
Compliant
Observations
IN
8 Food Received at Proper Temperature
Compliant
Observations
OUT
9 Food Separated & Protected, Prevented during food preparation, storage, and display
COS Repeat
Observations & Corrective Actions

9: 9.2 - 25 TAC §228.66(a)(1)(A) Raw bacon observed stored above cheeses and raw beef stored above cooked food inside prep cooler, raw bacon observed stored above produce inside reach in cooler.
Corrective Actions: Items were rearranged after notification. Ensure raw meat are stored underneath RTE to prevent cross contamination. Shall store raw animal food according to required cooking temperatures, segregate and separate raw animals food from ready to eat food. Shall rearrange food at once and discard any contaminated food.

Observations
IN
10 Food Contact Surfaces; Cleaned and Sanitized
Compliant
Observations
IN
11 Proper Disposition of Returned, Previously Served, Reconditioned, & Unsafe Food - right to discard
Compliant
Observations
IN
12 Management, Food Employees and Conditional Employees; Knowledge, Responsibilities, and Reporting
Compliant
Observations
IN
13 Proper use of restriction and exclusion; No discharge from eyes, nose, and mouth
Compliant
Observations
OUT
14 Hands Cleaned and Properly Washed/ Gloves Used Properly
COS
Observations & Corrective Actions

14: 14.2 - 25 TAC §228.38(b)(1) Food employee observed rinsing hands at 3 compartment sink without proper handwashing techniques.
Corrective Actions: Staff was asked to rewash hands at the handwashing sink with proper handwashing technique. Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms, including surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms for at least 20 seconds, using a cleaning compound in a handwashing sink that is equipped as specified under §228.146 (Relating to Plumbing Design, Construction, and Installation) and §228.175 (Handwashing sink supplies, use, and availability).

Observations
IN
15 No Bare Hand Contact with RTE food or Approved Alternate Method
Compliant
Observations
NA
16 Highly susceptible populations
Compliant
Observations
NA
17 Food Additives; Approved and Properly Stored; Washing Fruits & Vegetables
Compliant
Observations
OUT
18 Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored and Used
Observations & Corrective Actions

18: 18.23 - 25 TAC §228.101(a)(1) Observed use of unsafe food contact surfaces. Inked grocery bags observed being used to store meat and tamales inside back area freezer unit.
Corrective Actions: Replace bags with food grade materials. Food contact surfaces shall not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to food under normal conditions. Shall discontinue use.

Observations
OUT
18 Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored and Used
Observations & Corrective Actions

18: 18.16 - 25 TAC §228.209(a)(1)-(2) Tylenol bottle observed stored next to canned food and other dry food items in the back dry storage area.
Corrective Actions: Separate medicine with food items to prevent contamination. Shall only allow medicine for employee's health in the food establishment and such medication shall be located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service articles.

Observations
IN
19 Water from Approved Source; Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Device
Compliant
Observations
IN
20 Approved Sewage/Wastewater Disposal System, Proper Disposal
Compliant
Observations
IN
21 Person in Charge Present, Demonstration of Knowledge, vomit/diarrheal clean up plan
Compliant
Observations
OUT
22 Food Handler/No Unauthorized Persons/ Personnel
COS
Observations & Corrective Actions

22: 22.3 - 25 TAC §228.38(e) Observed food employee washing hands at 3 compartment sink.
Corrective Actions: Staff was asked to wash hands at the handwashing sink. Food employees shall only clean their hands in a handwashing sink or approved automatic handwashing facility.

Observations
OUT
22 Food Handler/No Unauthorized Persons/ Personnel
Observations & Corrective Actions

22: 22.1 - 25 TAC §228.33(d) Two food employee working at the time of the inspection did not have food handler certification.
Corrective Actions: All food employees shall successfully complete an accredited food handler training course, within 60 days of employment.

Observations
IN
23 Hot and Cold Water available; Adequate Pressure; Safe Water
Compliant
Observations
NA
24 Required Records Available (shellstock tags; parasite destruction); Food Properly Labeled
Compliant
Observations
NA
25 Compliance with Variance, Specialized Process, and HACCP plan; Variance obtained for Specialized Processing Methods; Manufacturer Instructions
Compliant
Observations
NA
26 Posting of Consumer Advisories; Raw or Undercooked food (Disclosure/Reminder/Buffet Plate)/ Allergen Labeling
Compliant
Observations
IN
27 Proper Cooling Method used; Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
Compliant
Observations
OUT
28 Proper Date Marking and Disposition
Repeat
Observations & Corrective Actions

28: 28.1 - 25 TAC §228.75(g)(1) No datemarks observed on cooked meat and salsa kept more than 24 hours inside walk in cooler and reach in cooler.
Corrective Actions: Shall properly date mark all prepared, on-site RTE/TCS food that is over 24 hours old.

Observations
OUT
29 Thermometers Provided, Accurate, and Calibrated; Chemical/ Thermal Test Strips
Observations & Corrective Actions

29: 29.15 - 25 TAC §228.108(e) Test strips not available at the time of the inspection. Establishment uses chlorine (bleach) as sanitizer.
Corrective Actions: Shall provide a testing device for testing sanitizer solution concentration.

Observations
IN
30 Establishment Permit
Compliant
Observations
OUT
31 Adequate Hand Washing Facilities (HWS): Accessible and Properly Supplied
COS
Observations & Corrective Actions

31: 31.4 - 25 TAC §228.149(a) Container of packaged fish and multiple knives observed stored inside basin of kitchen handwashing sink at the time of the inspection.
Corrective Actions: Items were removed after notification. Handsink shall be accessible and only used for hand washing at all times.

Observations
OUT
31 Adequate Hand Washing Facilities (HWS): Accessible and Properly Supplied
Observations & Corrective Actions

31: 31.11 - 25 TAC §228.175(b) Soap dispenser not provided at kitchen handsink.
Corrective Actions: Shall provide dispenser with liquid hand soap at all handsinks at all times.

Observations
IN
32 Food and Non-food Contact surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed, and Used
Compliant
Observations
IN
33 Warewashing Facilities installed, maintained, used, curbed area, cleaning facilities provided
Compliant
Observations
IN
34 No Evidence of Insect Contamination, Rodent/other Animals
Compliant
Observations
IN
35 Personal Cleanliness/ Eating, Drinking or Tobacco Use
Compliant
Observations
IN
36 Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and Stored
Compliant
Observations
IN
37 Environmental Contamination
Compliant
Observations
OUT
38 Approved Thawing Method
COS
Observations & Corrective Actions

38: 38.6 - 25 TAC §228.75(c)(5)(A)-(B) Observed ROP fish being improperly thawed in stagnant room temperature water at kitchen handsink.
Corrective Actions: Manager was asked to removed packaging prior to thawing and ensure it is thawed with approved methods. ROP fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment: prior to its thawing under refrigeration; prior to, or immediately upon completion of, its thawing using procedures §228.75(c)(2).

Observations
IN
39 Utensils, Equipment, & Linens; Properly Used, Stored, Dried, & Handled/ In use Utensils; Properly Used
Compliant
Observations
IN
40 Single-service & Single-use Articles; Properly Stored and Used
Compliant
Observations
IN
41 Original Container labeling, alter food/label
Compliant
Observations
IN
42 Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
Compliant
Observations
IN
43 Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas Used
Compliant
Observations
IN
44 Garbage and Refuse Properly Disposed; Facilities Maintained
Compliant
Observations
OUT
45 Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean
Observations & Corrective Actions

45: 45.14 - 25 TAC §228.186(b) Clean residue observed on wall behind cook line.
Corrective Actions: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. Shall clean when the least amount of food is exposed and as often as necessary to maintain facility clean.

Observations
OUT
46 Toilet Facilities; Properly Constructed, Supplied, and Clean
Repeat
Observations & Corrective Actions

46: 46.7 - 25 TAC §228.174(d) No self-closing device observed on restroom door.
Corrective Actions: Except where a toilet room is located outside a food establishment and does not open directly into the food establishment such as a toilet room that is provided by the management of a shopping mall, a toilet room located on the premises shall be completely enclosed and provided with a tight-fitting and self-closing door. Shall completely enclose toilet room and/or shall provide toilet room doors that are tight-fitting and self-closing.

Observations
OUT
46 Toilet Facilities; Properly Constructed, Supplied, and Clean
Repeat
Observations & Corrective Actions

46: 46.11 - 25 TAC §228.152(h) Covered trash can not provided inside unisex restroom.
Corrective Actions: A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. Shall provide a cover receptacle in the female restroom.

Observations
OUT
46 Toilet Facilities; Properly Constructed, Supplied, and Clean
Repeat
Observations & Corrective Actions

46: 46.16 - 25 TAC §228.149(e)(2) Faucet head of 3 compartment sink unable to reach the 1st and 3rd compartment.
Corrective Actions: Fix by 12/28/23. A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Shall repair plumbing system.

Observations
IN
47 Other Violations
Compliant