Las Tejas Restaurant, 11865 Sw 26 St Ste A8, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: LAS TEJAS RESTAURANT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 11865 Sw 26 St Ste A8, Miami, FL 33175
License #: 2327078
Total inspections: 10
Last inspection: 09/30/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
09/30/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Basic - Dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Basic - Food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.
  • Basic - In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored in a clean, protected location.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Utensils in poor condition.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Faucet at three-compartment sink does not reach all compartments.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
07/22/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered.
  • Basic - Food stored on floor.
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous (non-time/temperature control for safety) food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in cold holding unit.
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. raw shell eggs over shredded vegetables. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
1/15/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Ceiling in disrepair.
  • Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in cold holding unit.
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food.
  • Basic - Raw animal food stored above unwashed produce. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Intermediate - Combined ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food held more than 24 hours not date marked according to the date the earliest ready-to-eat potentially hazardous ingredient was opened/prepared.
  • Intermediate - Cutting board(s) stained/soiled. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Intermediate - No metal stem-type thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
9/9/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
9/9/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair.
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Food stored in holding unit not covered.
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses.
  • Basic - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet.
  • Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed in standing water.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • High Priority - Cut lettuce/cabbage/spinach/kale/chard cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over cooked food.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
6/13/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to verify employee health, exclusions or restrictions.
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
2/26/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.needs handles/green containers
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.eggs over pepers
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.stainless steel shelf
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
8/14/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory.kitchen
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.ice scoop on top of machine
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.storage
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.tall standup reachin
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.By prep table and left of fryer
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
6/18/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils, linens or single-service not properly stored.Handles must be up
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.needs to be changed/all compartments
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Required consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal food not provided.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
12/6/2011Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action

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