LAS COLINAS RESTAURANT Inspection – November 13, 2024

High Priority 1

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High Priority – Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags (plastic grocery bags) used to store chicken in walk in freezer.

Intermediate 3

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Intermediate – Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Both ambient thermometers in walk in cooler display 68°F. Actual temperature is 41°F.

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Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed torn foil on shelves in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation

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Intermediate – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed in walk in cooler, behind restaurant, cooked potatoes, yucca, chicken, and beef. Per operator all from 36+ hours ago, no date marks.

Basic 3

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Basic – Male Employee on cook line with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

#2Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler walls, shelves with build up of black mold like substance.

#3Basic29-08-4

Basic – Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink at dish area draining slowly.

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