EL POLLO SABROSO, 3153 MOUNT PLEASANT ST NW, Washington, DC - Restaurant inspection findings and violations
Inspection findings | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Critical violations | Non-Critical violations | Details / Comments |
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Oct 15, 2014 | Follow-up | 1 | 3 | Details / Comments |
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Sep 30, 2014 | Routine | 3 | 6 | Details / Comments |
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May 01, 2014 | Follow-up | 0 | 1 | Details / Comments |
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Apr 14, 2014 | Routine | 7 | 3 | Details / Comments |
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Jun 04, 2013 | Follow-up | 1 | 0 | Details / Comments |
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May 07, 2013 | Routine | 4 | 1 | Details / Comments |
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Mar 30, 2012 | Routine | 6 | 1 | Details / Comments |
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Feb 12, 2012 | Routine | 1 | 5 | Details / Comments |
Oct 15, 2014 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Correct response to questions
Certified Food Protection Manager's certificate issued by the DC Department of Health has expired. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - No bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods or approved
Prep cook using bare hands to debone chicken. Informed employee and manager. She is washed her hands and applied gloves. (Corrected On Site) - Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
Marinara sauce stored in buckets on floor in walk in. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Mops are standing up against the wall, but not hung
5 DAY VIOLATION ABATED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION ON 9/30/14 (25 DCMR 300.1, 2409.1, 819.1).
45 DAY VIOLATIONS STILL PENDING. PLEASE CORRECT THE STATED ITEMS FROM INSPECTION ON 9/30/14 WITHIN 45 DAYS.
CFPM Iinformation: Vianex Gomez, FS-44518, exp: 8/4/2013.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202) 442-9037.
Sep 30, 2014 (Routine)
Violations:
- Management awareness; policy present
The establishment does not have an employee health policy or can not provide proof of policy. No signed employee interview and reporting forms exist regarding the prevention of the transmission of diseases through food by infected food employees.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - No bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods or approved
Observed bare hand to food contact(chicken) by one of the employee. (Corrected On Site) - Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No paper towels at handwashing sink. (Corrected On Site) - Food properly labeled; original container
Observed working containers like cooking oil not labeled by common name. (Corrected On Site) - Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Observed the licensee doesn't maintain a copy of the establishment’s professional service contract for pest control. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
Observed food( chicken) uncovered during preparation.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Wiping cloth(s) stored on counter(s) and not in sanitizing solution.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Observed no air gap under the three compartment sink. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Observed mop not placed in a position that allows to air dry.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5 AND 45-DAYS.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202) 442 9037.
| Temperatures | |
| Pork (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding) | 150.0F |
| Beef (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding) | 144.0F |
| Rice (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding) | 165.0F |
| Chicken (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding) | 150.0F |
| Beef Tongue (Hot Holding Unit) (Hot Holding) | 150.0F |
| Onion Rings (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 37.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Beans (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Mayonnaise (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 40.0F |
| Cheese (Refrigerator - sandwich prep unit) (Cold Holding) | 39.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 40.0F |
| (Under-counter Refrigerator) | 38.0F |
| (Freezer) | 4.0F |
| Steak cooked (Grill) (Cooking) | 170.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 110.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 105.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet/female) | 105.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - toilet/male) | 110.0F |
May 01, 2014 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Food properly labeled; original container
Observed containers walk in without labels. (Corrected On Site)
5 DAY NOTICE ABATED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION.
If you have any questions, please contact area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 110.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 118.0F |
Apr 14, 2014 (Routine)
Violations:
- Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Twice observed employees eating and drinking in a preparation area. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - No bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods or approved
Employee observed preparing pupusas comprised of raw pork and dough with bare hands. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food separated and protected
Raw shell eggs stored above ready to eat foods. Raw ground beef stored above raw fish. (Corrected On Site) - Proper cooling time & temperatures
Bucket of chicken left over-night outside of walk-in to cool. Chicken discarded. (Corrected On Site) - Proper cold holding temperatures
Salad and sauces stored on counter outside of acceptable temperature. Items iced. French fries stored on lower shelf of prep table unrefrigerated. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
Some items are dated in walk-in but many prepared items have no date. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food properly labeled; original container
Rice is stored in a container labeled and previously used for storing MSG. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - In-use utensils: properly stored
Cups without handles are used for scooping bulk product and stored in product between uses. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Garbage disposal inoperable. (CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Multiple missing ceiling tiles.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
Correct items stated within 5 days.
Correct items stated within 45 days.
If you have any questions, please call area supervisor Mr. Taylor at 202-442-9037.
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 112.0F |
| Salad (Countertop) (Holding) | 56.0F |
| Cheese (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 40.2F |
| Pico de Gallo (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 37.0F |
| Chicken raw (Walk-in Refrigerator) (Receiving Food) | 41.0F |
| Potatoes (Countertop) (Holding) | 46.0F |
| Potatoes (Countertop) (Holding) | 55.0F |
| Chicken (Shelf) (Holding) | 71.0F |
| Ribs (Walk-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding) | 34.0F |
| Eggs (Walk-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding) | 37.0F |
| (Walk-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding) | 37.0F |
| Fish (Walk-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding) | 37.0F |
| Rice (Rice Steamer) (Cooking) | 183.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 105.0F |
Jun 04, 2013 (Follow-up)
Violations:
- Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Garbage disposal unit is out of order as cited 5/17/13.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH 5-DAY NOTICE(further action may be taken)
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT 202-535-2180
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 110.0F |
| Chicken (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 32.0F |
| Beans (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 42.0F |
| Beef (Griddle) (Cooking) | 176.0F |
| Rice (Rice Steamer) (Hot Holding) | 169.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 110.0F |
| Black Beans (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding) | 41.0F |
| Steak raw (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding) | 36.0F |
May 07, 2013 (Routine)
Violations:
- Proper cold holding temperatures
Cold food item(s) held at improper temperature(s). (Corrected On Site) - Proper date marking & disposition
Food containers not date marked.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Wiping cloth(s) stored on counter(s) and not in sanitizing solution.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Cutting boards have deep cuts and scratches.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Garbage disposal unit is out of order.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS)
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5-DAYS
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 45-DAYS
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT 202-535-2180
| Temperatures | |
| Chicken | 144.0F |
| Fish | 36.0F |
| Lettuce | 40.0F |
| Rice | 151.0F |
| Beef | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 40.0F |
| Hot Water | 110.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced | 40.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 40.0F |
| Onions raw | 44.0F |
Mar 30, 2012 (Routine)
Violations:
- Food separated and protected
Uncovered food items in the reach-in cooler. (Corrected On Site) - Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Unclean food contact surfaces throughout the kitchen, prep table,cooking equipments/knives,..(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper hot holding temperatures
Some hot food items on the steamed table are held at improper temperatures(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper cold holding temperatures
Some cold food items in the open cooler display are held at improper temperatures(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Proper date marking & disposition
Prepared food items in the walk-in cooler are not labeled for dates and contents(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) - Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
The cutting boards are not smooth and have numerous grooves, they need to be replaced or resurfaced(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 5 CALENDAR DAYS) (Corrected On Site) - Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
No chemical test strips found(CORRECT VIOLATION WITH 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
The Business has a written employee's health policy for food-borne illness.
CFPM Camillo D Mejia, FS- 49315 Exp.10/06/2014
No Consumer advisory notice printed on the menu or Posted, a copy is give to the PIC.
Most recent pest control service date: 03/22/2012
Correct stated items within 5-Days and 45-Days
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
Sanitizer Quaternary Ammonium, 100ppm 0.0 pH, 100.6°F)
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 122.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen) | 126.0F |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 121.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 125.0F |
| (Refrigerator - walk-in) | 38.0F |
| (Freezer - walk-in) | -9.0F |
| Caesar Salad (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 48.0F |
| Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| Ham (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 43.0F |
| Tomatoes chopped (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Red Onions - sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 44.0F |
| Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 171.0F |
| Onions raw (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 45.0F |
| Lettuce Greenleaf (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding) | 46.0F |
| Beef (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 132.0F |
| Chicken grilled (Steam Table) (Hot Holding) | 127.0F |
Feb 12, 2012 (Routine)
Violations:
- Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No handwashing signage at handwashing sink. (Corrected On Site) - Proper date marking & disposition
Food items in refrigerator are not properly date marked. (Corrected On Site) - Food properly labeled; original container
Food items not properly labeled. (Corrected On Site) - Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Unclean non food contact surfaces.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
No covered receptacle in toilet room.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS) - Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
Old or unused equipment stored in the establishment.(CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS)
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 45-DAYS
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT 202-535-2180
| Temperatures | |
| Hot Water (Handwashing Sink) | 110.0F |
| Hot Water (3-compartment sink) | 111.0F |
| Fries (Heat Lamp Display) (Hot Holding) | 161.0F |
| Chicken grilled (Table) (Hot Holding) | 163.0F |
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