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NameOSITOS TACOS AND TORTAS
Address20700 N MAIN ST
 
City/State/ZIP
CORNELIUS NC 28027
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 7/24/2024
Final Score @ Grade
96 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
15 0 Food separated & protected Yes No No 3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed avocados stored over RTE corn on the Cobb in walk in cooler. CDI- PIC moved unwashed avacados to shelf below RTE food. For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
22 3 Proper cold holding temperatures Yes Yes No 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed pickled onion, shredded cabbage, and black eyed pea salsa in prep unit above 41F, see temperature chart. Prep units initial temperature read 60F but dropped to 37F towards end of inspection. Observed sour cream, pico de gallo, chipotle ranch, and dill dressing in to-go containers above 41F, see temperature chart. To-go containers were over stacked in flip top, top portion was out of temperature and bottom portion was 41F and below. CDI- PIC voluntarily discarded all TCS foods over 41F. REPEAT For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
25 0.50 Consumer advisory provided for raw/ undercooked foods No No No 3-603.11 (A) Provide consumer advisory for animal foods served raw or under-cooked. Consumer advisory must include disclosure and reminder.-Pf Observed menu on TV screen at front counter without consumer advisory for under cooked eggs. Provide consumer advisory on all menus available. EHS will follow up within 10 days.
33 0.50 Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control Yes No No 3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed pickled onions cooling above 135F with lid tightly on container. Observed corn on the Cobb cooling in flip top well vertically where cold air cannot reach all parts of the Cobb. CDI- PIC removed lid from container of pickled onions and put corn on the cobb in walk in cooler to facilitate faster cooling rate. For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Cooling Food Safely https://youtu.be/P6x8b1ZVOxU .
38 0 Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals Yes No No 6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed back door to kitchen open with broken mesh curtain. PIC stated that screen door will be installed soon. CDI- PIC closed door.
54 0 Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained No No No 5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed right dumpster with no drain plug. Obtain and install drain plug.
55 0 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No No No 6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed floor near dish machine with absorbent concrete. Observed floor tiles throughout kitchen damaged and peeling. Repair to make floor smooth, easily cleanable and non- absorbant. 6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed walls and ceiling tiles need of cleaning with emphasis around grill area. Clean.