CACTUS CANTINA RESTAURANT, 3300 WISCONSIN AVE NW, Washington, DC - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: CACTUS CANTINA RESTAURANT
Type: RESTAURANT TOTAL
Address: 3300 WISCONSIN AVE NW, 20016, Washington DC
Total inspections: 10
Last inspection: Jun 27, 2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Inspection Type

Critical violations

Non-Critical violations

Details / Comments

No violation noted during this evaluation. Jun 27, 2014Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
  • In-use utensils: properly stored
  • Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  • Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Jun 13, 2014Routine23Details / Comments
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
  • Approved thawing methods used
  • Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Oct 10, 2013Routine12Details / Comments
  • Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
  • Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Aug 09, 2013Routine22Details / Comments
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
  • Proper date marking & disposition
  • Personal cleanliness
  • Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
  • Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Mar 20, 2013Complaint23Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. Sep 14, 2012Follow-up00Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. Sep 14, 2012Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
  • Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  • Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
  • Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
  • Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Sep 07, 2012Routine32Details / Comments
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
  • Proper date marking & disposition
  • Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Jan 17, 2012Follow-up31Details / Comments
  • Hands clean and properly washed
  • Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  • Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
  • Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
  • Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  • Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
  • Personal cleanliness
  • In-use utensils: properly stored
  • Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
  • Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  • Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
  • Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Dec 27, 2011Complaint610Details / Comments

Jun 27, 2014 (Follow-up)

Comments:
for questions call mr taylor at 202-442-9037
all items are abated

Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink)110.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)41.0F
Beef (Freezer - walk-in) (Cold Holding)14.0F

Jun 13, 2014 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Correct stated items within 5days
Correct stated items within 45 days
If you have any questions,please contact area supervisor Mr. ronnie Taylor at (202)442-9037

Temperatures
Hot Water (3-compartment sink)115.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)120.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)115.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line)116.0F
Black Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)155.0F
Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)155.0F
Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)147.0F
Red Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)146.0F
Chicken Tamales (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)166.0F
Chicken Chop (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)145.0F
Beef (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)158.0F
salsa (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)52.0F
Guacamole (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)54.0F
Cheese sauce (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)145.0F
Tomatoes chopped (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)40.0F
Corn (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)38.0F
Raw Chicken (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)36.0F
Raw Shrimp (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)37.0F
Raw Beef (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)40.6F
Scallops (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding)38.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)38.0F
(Freezer - walk-in)-10.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)39.5F
(Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit)39.4F
Sour Cream (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)39.5F
Ceviche (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)38.0F
Onions raw (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)36.0F
Chicken grilled (Griddle) (Cooking)165.0F
Refried Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)156.0F

Oct 10, 2013 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Correct stated items within 45 days
If you have any questions,please contact area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at (202)442-9037

Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar)114.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)112.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)120.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet/female)116.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet/male)115.0F
Avocado (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)44.0F
salsa (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)39.0F
Black Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)156.0F
Red Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)148.0F
Cheese sauce (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)156.0F
Chicken Chop (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)155.0F
Beef (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)148.0F
Pork (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)178.0F
Baked Chicken (Steam Table) (Holding)155.0F
Chicken grilled (Steam Table) (Holding)155.0F
Sour Cream (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)39.0F
Tomatoes chopped (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)45.0F
Guacamole (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)47.7F
(Freezer - walk-in)-10.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)39.0F
(Dishwashing Machine - Final Rinse Cycle)180.0F
(Dishwashing Machine - Wash Cycle)150.0F

Aug 09, 2013 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
Correct stated items within 45days
If you have any questions,please contact area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at (202)442-9037

Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line)118.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)120.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet/female)110.0F
Ceviche (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)66.0F
Guacamole (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)52.0F
salsa (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)48.0F
Tomatoes chopped (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)42.0F
Black Beans (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)41.0F
Black Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)166.0F
Refried Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)177.0F
Vegetables - cut (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)188.0F
Chicken grilled (Grill) (Hot Holding)168.0F
Salmon (Refrigerator - reach-in) (Cold Holding)39.0F
Shrimp raw (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding)39.5F
Beef (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)163.0F
Pork (Warmer) (Hot Holding)173.0F
Cheese sauce (Warmer) (Hot Holding)155.0F
Chicken Chop (Warmer) (Hot Holding)179.0F
Steak raw (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding)38.0F
Rice (Warmer) (Hot Holding)158.0F
Mexican Rice (Warmer) (Hot Holding)164.0F
(Final Rinse Cycle - Warewashing Machine)130.0F
(Dishwashing Machine - Wash Cycle)150.0F
(Reach-in Freezer)-10.0F
(Refrigerator - drawer)40.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)38.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)39.0F

Mar 20, 2013 (Complaint)


Violations: Comments:
Certified Food Manager Basilio Villegas FS#53433 expire 9-23-15.
CRITICAL VIOLATIONS CORRECTED ON SITE.
CORRECT NON CRITICAL VIOLATIONS WITHIN 45 DAYS.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT MR. RONNIE TAYLOR, SUPERVISOR ON (202)442-9037.

Temperatures
Beef166.0F
Tomato Sauce180.0F
Chicken183.0F
(Refrigerator)38.0F
(Refrigerator)38.0F
Rice160.0F
Cheese sauce143.0F
Rice183.0F
Guacamole44.0F
Cheese40.0F
(Freezer)-9.0F
(Freezer)-12.0F
Salmon40.0F
Hot Water115.0F
(Refrigerator - vehicle)38.0F
Shrimp raw38.0F
Chicken Patty35.0F
(Refrigerator)39.0F

Sep 14, 2012 (Follow-up)

Comments:
ALL ITEMS ABATED FROMM PREVIOUS INSPECTION CUTTING BOARDS REPLACED
FOR QUESTIONS CALL MR TAYLOR AT 202-442-9037

Sep 14, 2012 (Follow-up)

Comments:
ALL ITEMS ABATED FROMM PREVIOUS INSPECTION CUTTING BOARDS REPLACED
FOR QUESTIONS CALL MR TAYLOR AT 202-442-9037

Sep 07, 2012 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5-DAYS
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 45-DAYS
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL MR. TAYLOR AREA SUPERVISOR AT 202-442-9037

Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar)128.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet room)112.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)130.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding)40.0F
(Freezer - walk-in) (Cold Holding)10.0F
(Reach-in Freezer) (Cold Holding)7.0F
(Refrigerator) (Cold Holding)35.0F
veggies (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding)30.0F
Shrimp raw (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding)40.0F
beef raw (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding)35.0F
Avocado (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding)38.7F
Tomatoes chopped (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding)36.0F
Onions raw (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding)35.8F
Ranch dressing (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding)36.9F
Cucumbers (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding)39.0F
Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)187.0F
Beef (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)159.6F
Ground Beef (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)182.0F
Vegetable Soup (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)180.0F
refried brans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)162.7F
Black Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)202.0F
Rice steamed (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)190.0F
spanish rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)176.0F
(Final Rinse Cycle - Warewashing Machine)150.0F
(Dishwashing Machine - Wash Cycle)120.0F

Jan 17, 2012 (Follow-up)


Violations: Comments:
The Business has a written employee's health policy for food-borne illness.
CFPM Basilio Villegas FS-40761 Exp. 08/20/2012
Consumer advisory notice printed on the menu
Most recent pest control service date: 01/17/2012
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037

Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink)122.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)126.0F
Ground Beef (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)39.0F
Gravy (Refrigerator - open display) (Hot Holding)144.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar)131.0F
Hot Water (3-compartment sink)128.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink)124.0F
(Refrigerator - open display)39.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)40.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)39.0F
(Refrigerator - open display)40.0F
Beef Patties (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)44.0F
Carrot Salad (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)45.0F
Mushrooms (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)43.0F
Onions raw (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)45.0F
Peppers (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)44.0F
Red Onions - sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)43.0F
Beans (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)43.0F
Rice steamed (Steam Cooker) (Hot Holding)167.0F
Guacamole (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)42.0F

Dec 27, 2011 (Complaint)


Violations: Comments:
CFPM-BASILIO VILLEGAS, FS-40761, EXPIRATION DATE-08/20/2012
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5 DAYS
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 45 DAYS
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT THE AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT 202-442-9037.
DURING THE INSPECTION WITH THE VICE-PRESIDENT JAIME SANCHEZ HE STATED THAT NO ONE HAD CALLED OUT ILL ON LAST WEEK, THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF ILL WORKERS ON THE JOB.
THE ESTABLISHMENT HAS NOT RECEIVED ANY COMPLAINTS OF ILL CUSTOMERS.
COOLING-CHICKEN PREPARED 12/27/2011-LOCATED IN THE WALK-IN REFRIGERATION UNIT PREP 10:30AM, TEMP CHECK 1:00PM 57F.
DISCUSSED INSTALLING A SPLASH GUARD IN ORDER TO PREVENT CROSS-CONTAMINATION FROM OCCURRING FROM HANDWASHING LOCATED AT THE DINING AREA COFFEE/WAITER'S STATION.
DISCUSSED INSTALLING A HANDSINK IN THE TORTILLA PREPARATION STATION, HANDSINK, NOT PROVIDED IN PREPARATION STATION TO CONDUCT PROPER HANDWASHING. 5 DAYS GIVEN TO INSTALL HANDSINK IN THE AREA.

Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)141.0F
(Reach-in Freezer)-3.1F
(Refrigerator - drawer)-3.0F
Chicken (Grill) (Cooking)170.0F
Cheese shredded (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)46.0F
Beef (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)156.0F
Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)178.0F
Ground Beef (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)159.0F
Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)167.0F
Onions cooked (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)170.0F
Guacamole (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding)57.0F
Queso Blanco (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)143.0F
Black Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)158.0F
Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)153.0F
Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)153.0F
Vegetables - cut (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)143.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)37.1F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)31.8F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)41.0F
(Freezer - ice cream)-11.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)147.2F
Chicken (Stove) (Reheating)168.7F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)39.0F
(Refrigerator - drawer)34.8F
Shrimp raw (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding)34.8F
(Holding Oven)181.3F
(Holding Oven)189.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)39.1F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink)138.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)29.0F
(Freezer - walk-in)-0.1F
Hot Water (Handwashing sink - coffee station)48.0F
(Refrigerator - beverage)-1.8F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar)123.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar)111.0F
Hot Water (3-compartment sink)115.0F
(Refrigerator - beverage)39.5F

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