Margarita's Mexican Grill, 421 S. Grand Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53186 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Margarita's Mexican Grill
Address: 421 S. Grand Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53186
Phone: (262) 521-1446
Total inspections: 9
Last inspection: Feb 21, 2011
Score
(the higher the better)

80

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Inspection Score
(the higher the better)

  • Bulk food items that are opened must be stored in containers[ie beans, rice etc].
  • Eggs stored above open containers Correction begun by end of inspection
  • Items in walkin cooler ie-beans, tamales, etc Correction begun by end of inspection.
  • Oysters have been added to menu
  • Plumbing issues prevent use of separate handwash sink; provide towels at prewash sink for handwashing. If plumbing problems persist
  • The ceiling in toilet room and hallway is in disrepair due to plumbing issues on 2nd floor; repair surfaces. The back door area
  • There must be at least one person certified/designated person is no longer available
Jan 15, 2009 77
No violation noted during this evaluation. Jan 22, 2009 100
  • Violation 53 R: 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.
Apr 7, 2009 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Apr 9, 2009 100
  • Each licensed regular restaurant and retail food processing facility conducting meal service activities in the state of Wisconsin must have at
  • Ex. Can opener blade, stove area, storage surfaces and shelves, etc.
  • Floor tiles under and behind equipment need to be cleaned.
  • Food containers must be of food grade plastic-several storage surfaces in poor repair/use of plastic bags[recycled material
  • Food items in walkin and bins in lower level
  • Food items-preared meat mixtures, beans, etc not dated
  • Towels noted missing from handwash sink [corrected by end of inspection]
Jan 20, 2010 78
No violation noted during this evaluation. Jan 22, 2010 100
  • Ex. Storage surfaces, outside of equipment, cooking area, etc.
  • Floor by back door/area around dish machine
  • Food containers in cooler and bulk containers]lower level]
  • Food items in walkin cooler[ie sauces, beans etc]
  • No manager certification-
  • Points------COMPLEXITY FACTORS
  • Surface under microwave. Can opener.
  • The operator is responsible for food safety by actively managing Foodborne Illness Risk Factors. It is very important for operators to practice
Apr 8, 2010 82
No violation noted during this evaluation. Apr 15, 2010 100
  • Bank of lights burnt out
  • Cold food buffet is missing shield-covers must be provided until a shield is in place
  • Ex. Cutting boards, can opener, storage surfaces, area of sinks, etc.
  • Facility at utensil sink [corrected by end of inspection]
  • Remove cardboard and keep wood surfaces in good repair
  • Sink in men’s room is cracked.
  • The operator is responsible for food safety by actively managing Foodborne Illness Risk Factors. It is very important for operators to practice
  • class taken-need state certificate
Feb 21, 2011 80

Violation descriptions and comments

Jan 15, 2009

Plumbing issues prevent use of separate handwash sink; provide towels at prewash sink for handwashing. If plumbing problems persist
then another sink must installed in middle kitchen area.
**CDC Risk Factor Violation 08 A** : 5-203.11 Handsink.C
(A) Except as specified in ¶¶ (B) and (C), at least 1 handsink, a number of handsinks necessary
for their convenient use by FOOD EMPLOYEES in areas specified under § 5-204.11,
and not fewer than the number of handsinks required by LAW shall be provided.
(B) If APPROVED and capable of removing the types of soils encountered in the FOOD operations involved, automatic handwashing facilities may be
substituted for handsinks in a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT that has at least one handsink.
(C) If APPROVED, when FOOD exposure is limited and handsinks are not conveniently available,
such as in some MOBILE or TEMPORARY FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS or at some VENDING
MACHINE LOCATIONS, FOOD EMPLOYEES may use chemically treated towelettes for handwashing.
**CDC Risk Factor Violation 08 D**: 6-301.11 Handwashing Cleanser, Availability.
Each handsink or group of 2 adjacent handsinks shall be provided with a supply of hand
cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
Eggs stored above open containers Correction begun by end of inspection
**CDC Risk Factor Violation 13 A**. 3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation.C
(A) FOOD shall be protected from cross contamination by:
(1) Separating raw animal FOODS during storage, PREPARATION, holding, and display
from:
(a) Raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD including other raw animal FOOD such as FISH for sushi or MOLLUSCAN SHELLFISH, or other raw
READY-TO-EAT FOOD such as vegetables, and
(b) Cooked READY-TO-EAT FOOD;
(2) Except when combined as ingredients, separating types of raw animal FOODS from
each other such as beef, FISH, lamb, pork, and POULTRY during storage, PREPARATION, holding, and display by:
(a) Using separate EQUIPMENT for each type, or
(b) Arranging each type of FOOD in EQUIPMENT so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented, and
(c) PREPARING each type of FOOD at different times or in separate areas;
Items in walkin cooler ie-beans, tamales, etc Correction begun by end of inspection.
**CDC Risk Factor Violation 21 A**: WFC 3501.17 and 3-501.18 Ready to eat potentially hazardous food prepared on-site or opened from a
commercial container is being held for more than 24 hours without being marked with an expiration date.
Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared and held refrigerated at 5°C (41°F) or less, for more than 24 hours in a food establishment
shall be marked at the time of preparation to indicate that the food shall be consumed or sold within 7 calendar days or less from the day that
the food is prepared, including the day of preparation.
Oysters have been added to menu
**Critical Violation 23 A**: WFC 3-603.11 If an animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, pork, poultry, or shellfish is served or sold raw,
undercooked, or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens, either in ready-to-eat form or as an ingredient in another ready-to-
eat food, the permit holder shall inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming such foods by way of a disclosure and
reminder, as specified in (B) and (C), using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other
effective written means.
(B) DISCLOSURE shall include:
(1) A description of the animal-derived foods, such as “oysters on the half shell
(raw oysters)”, and “raw-egg Caesar salad”;
(2) Identification of the animal-derived foods by asterisking them to a footnote that
states that the items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain)
raw or undercooked ingredients, such as “animal foods that are ordered rare or
medium rare may be undercooked and will only be served on consumers request”;
or
(3) Identification of the specific animal derived foods in question, (i.e. steaks, hamburgers,
eggs, Caesar salad dressing, etc.) in the footnote that states that the
items are served raw or undercooked, or contain raw or undercooked ingredients,
such as “rare or medium rare hamburgers may be undercooked and only served
on consumer’s request”.
(C) REMINDER shall include asterisking the animal-derived foods requiring disclosure to a
footnote that states:
(1) Regarding the consumption of raw or undercooked animal products, written
information is available upon request;
(2) Whether dining out or preparing food at home, consuming raw or undercooked
meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne
illness; or
(3) Whether dining out or preparing food at home, consuming raw or undercooked
meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness,
especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Bulk food items that are opened must be stored in containers[ie beans, rice etc].
Violation 37 E: 3-305.11 Food Storage.
(A) Except as specified in ¶¶ (B) and (C), FOOD shall be protected from contamination by
storing the FOOD:
(1) In a clean, dry location;
(2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and
(3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor.
(B) FOOD in PACKAGES and working containers may be stored less than 15 cm (6 inches)
above the floor on case lot handling EQUIPMENT as specified under § 4-204.122.
(C) Pressurized BEVERAGE containers, cased FOOD in waterproof containers such as bottles
or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not
exposed to floor moisture
The ceiling in toilet room and hallway is in disrepair due to plumbing issues on 2nd floor; repair surfaces. The back door area
replace missing tiles.
Violation 53 Q: 6-501.11 Repairing.
The PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be maintained in good repair.
There must be at least one person certified/designated person is no longer available
Each licensed regular restaurant and retail food processing facility conducting meal service activities in the state of Wisconsin must have at
least one manager or operator who is certified in food protection practices. (1) A new food establishment (regular restaurant or a retail food
processor) or a food establishment under going a change of operator after February 1, 2001 shall have a certified food manager within 90 days of
the initial day of operation or provide documentation that they are scheduled within three (3) months to take and pass an approved examination
as specified. (WI State Statutes Chapter 254.71, and section 12-201.11, HFS 196, Restaurants, Wisconsin Administrative Code). Certification
requires that the restaurant permit holder or manager pass one of four state approved exams which tests basic knowledge of food protection
practices. Prepackaged-off premise, temporary and "special organizations serving meals" restaurant operations and food establishments only
processing non-potentially hazardous food or not processing are exempt from this requirement. Certification involves a) taking and passing an
approved exam and b) applying for state certification. After the exam is taken and passed, the individual must apply for state certification by
submitting all of the following: Proof of passing one of the exams with an official written statement/document from the testing organization; a
check or money order for $10.00 made out to the Department of Health and Family Services; and a completed application. The "Food Manager's
Certificate" expires five years after the date of issue, and may be renewed if the certified manager successfully completes a recertification
training course. You may obtain information about courses and exams from the following organizations: Wisconsin Restaurant Association, 608-
270-9950; Tavern League of Wisconsin, 608-270-8591; Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC), 262-691-5254; Milwaukee Area Technical College,
414-297-7462; Gasser and Associates, 608-267-7189; Food Concepts, Inc., 608-831-5006; and Associated Management Services (NAI), 608-742-5054.

4 compt. sink-chlorine sanitizer
Machine-chemical sanitizer
Food prep-4th sink with a barrier between food and sink
Temperatures
walkin cooler 36f
prep table 40f
freezers 0fx2
glass door 37f
hot hold 165f
Discussed risk factors
Shellstock tags are on file for oysters.

Jan 22, 2009

Follow up of critical items from inspection
1. The handwash sink will be located at prewash sink-soap and towels have been provided-
until handwash sink is reapired/or relocated.
2. Eggs have been stored on bottom shelf. Monitor storage of raw products.
3. Datemarking has been instituted with using production date.
4. Consumer Adisory has been added to menu, the menu items included need to be addressed.
5. Bulk food storage is being corrected with use of containers with lids.
6. The ceiling of toilet room has been repaired.
7. Manager has signed up for Certification class[May]
Continue to correct violations and monitor compliance.

Apr 7, 2009

Violation 53 R: 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.
(A) The PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
(B) Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such
as after closing. This requirement does not apply to cleaning that is necessary due to a
spill or other accident.

Complaint re: Sewer odor from basement and in upper living area unit.
Advised complaintant that living area is not part of licensed area.
On site visit-spoke with licensee[not owner of building]. The main pipe in basement had been recently repaired. The visual of lower level
showed signs of recent repair but floor showed no evidence of waste debris. There was slight odor from floor drains but strong sewer gas
smell not evident. The toilet rooms have floor drains-men's room no unusual odor; the ladies room had a slight sewer gas smell. Discussed
traps of floor drains-keeping them from drying out.
Instructed manager to wash basement floor with chlorine water to minimize any possible contamination from pipe repair.
Discussed monitoring of violations from previous inspection.

Apr 9, 2009

Follow up of complaint
1. The basement floor has been bleached and floor repair after pipe repair will begin in one week.
The storage is off floor and in containers.

Jan 20, 2010

Towels noted missing from handwash sink [corrected by end of inspection]
**CDC Risk Factor Violation 08 E** : 6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision.
Each handsink or group of adjacent handsinks shall be provided with:
(A) Individual, disposable towels; or
(B) A continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel.
Ex. Can opener blade, stove area, storage surfaces and shelves, etc.
**CDC Risk Factor Violation 14 F**: 4-601.11 Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils.C
(A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch.
(B) The FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of cooking EQUIPMENT and pans shall be kept free of
encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations.
(C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of
dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris.
**CDC Risk Factor Violation 14J**: 4-703.11 Hot Water and Chemical.C 0ppm chlorine noted at end of cycle. Dishes must be sanitized manually
until machine is repaired
After being cleaned, EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be SANITIZED in:
(A) Hot water manual operations by immersion for at least 30 seconds as specified under
§ 4-501.111;
(B) Hot water mechanical operations by being cycled through EQUIPMENT that is set up as
specified under §§ 4-501.15, 4-501.112, and 4-501.113 and achieving a UTENSIL surface
temperature of 160 degrees F as measured by an irreversible registering temperature indicator; or
(C) Chemical manual or mechanical operations, including the application of SANITIZING
chemicals by immersion, manual swabbing, brushing, or pressure spraying methods,
using a solution as specified under § 4-501.114 by providing:
(1) Except as specified under Subparagraph (C)(2), an exposure time of at least 10
seconds for a chlorine solution specified under ¶ 4-501.114(A),
(2) An exposure time of at least 7 seconds for a chlorine solution of 50 mg/L that has
a pH of 10 or less and a temperature of at least 100 degrees F or a pH of 8 or less and
a temperature of at least 75 degrees F,
(3) An exposure time of at least 30 seconds for other chemical SANITIZING solutions, or
(4) An exposure time used in relationship with a combination of temperature, concentration,
and pH that, when evaluated for efficacy, yields SANITIZATION as defined in
Subparagraph 1-201.10(B)(72).
Food items-preared meat mixtures, beans, etc not dated
**CDC Risk Factor Violation 21 A**: WFC 3501.17 and 3-501.18 Ready to eat potentially hazardous food prepared on-site or opened from a
commercial container is being held for more than 24 hours without being marked with an expiration date.
Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared and held refrigerated at 5°C (41°F) or less, for more than 24 hours in a food establishment
shall be marked at the time of preparation to indicate that the food shall be consumed or sold within 7 calendar days or less from the day that
the food is prepared, including the day of preparation.
Food items in walkin and bins in lower level
Violation 37 E: 3-305.11 Food Storage.
(A) Except as specified in ¶¶ (B) and (C), FOOD shall be protected from contamination by
storing the FOOD:
(1) In a clean, dry location;
(2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and
(3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor.
(B) FOOD in PACKAGES and working containers may be stored less than 15 cm (6 inches)
above the floor on case lot handling EQUIPMENT as specified under § 4-204.122.
(C) Pressurized BEVERAGE containers, cased FOOD in waterproof containers such as bottles
or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not
exposed to floor moisture
Food containers must be of food grade plastic-several storage surfaces in poor repair/use of plastic bags[recycled material
**Critical Violation 45 C**: 4-101.11 Characteristics.C
Materials that are used in the construction of UTENSILS and FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT may not allow the migration of deleterious
substances or impart colors, odors, or
tastes to FOOD and under normal use conditions shall be:
(A) Safe;
(B) Durable, CORROSION-RESISTANT, and nonabsorbent;
(C) Sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated WAREWASHING;
(D) Finished to have a SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE surface; and
(E) Resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion, and decomposition.
4-205.11 Food Equipment, Certification and Classification.
FOOD EQUIPMENT and UTENSILS for use in FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS shall meet the published standards for sanitation of an American National Standards
Institute (ANSI)-accredited EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATION PROGRAM, or the APPROVAL of the department of health and family services and the department
of agriculture, trade and consumer protection.
Violation 45 U: 4-501.11 Good Repair, Proper Adjustment, and Operation. Can opener blade, utensils that are worn
(A) EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 and 4-2.
(B) EQUIPMENT components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be
kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
(C) Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of
metal fragments that can contaminate FOOD when the container is opened.
(D) EQUIPMENT shall be used and operated in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions
and as listed and tested unless APPROVED by the REGULATORY AUTHORITY.
Violation 45 V: 4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces.
Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall
be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and SANITIZED, or discarded if they
are not capable of being resurfaced.
Floor tiles under and behind equipment need to be cleaned.
Door area of back room tiles need to be repaired and weather stripping installed.
Violation 53 Q: 6-501.11 Repairing.
The PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be maintained in good repair.
Violation 53 R: 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. Walls, floors ceiling in kitchen
(A) The PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
(B) Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such
as after closing. This requirement does not apply to cleaning that is necessary due to a
spill or other accident.
Each licensed regular restaurant and retail food processing facility conducting meal service activities in the state of Wisconsin must have at
least one manager or operator who is certified in food protection practices. (1) A new food establishment (regular restaurant or a retail food
processor) or a food establishment under going a change of operator after February 1, 2001 shall have a certified food manager within 90 days of
the initial day of operation or provide documentation that they are scheduled within three (3) months to take and pass an approved examination
as specified. (WI State Statutes Chapter 254.71, and section 12-201.11, HFS 196, Restaurants, Wisconsin Administrative Code). Certification
requires that the restaurant permit holder or manager pass one of four state approved exams which tests basic knowledge of food protection
practices. Prepackaged-off premise, temporary and "special organizations serving meals" restaurant operations and food establishments only
processing non-potentially hazardous food or not processing are exempt from this requirement. Certification involves a) taking and passing an
approved exam and b) applying for state certification. After the exam is taken and passed, the individual must apply for state certification by
submitting all of the following: Proof of passing one of the exams with an official written statement/document from the testing organization; a
check or money order for $10.00 made out to the Department of Health and Family Services; and a completed application. The "Food Manager's
Certificate" expires five years after the date of issue, and may be renewed if the certified manager successfully completes a recertification
training course. You may obtain information about courses and exams from the following organizations: Wisconsin Restaurant Association, 608-
270-9950; Tavern League of Wisconsin, 608-270-8591; Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC), 262-691-5254; Milwaukee Area Technical College,
414-297-7462; Gasser and Associates, 608-267-7189; Food Concepts, Inc., 608-831-5006; and Associated Management Services (NAI), 608-742-5054.

4 compt. sink.-chlorine sanitizer
Machine chemical rinse-chlorine
Handwash 1st compt of sink
Food prep use 4th compt with barrier between food and sink
Temperatures
walkin cooler walkin cooler 36f
prep cooler 38f-inserts 40f
bar cooler 34f
chest freezer 0f, -2f
beverage walkin cooler 41f
Risk factors discussed

Jan 22, 2010

Follow up of critical items
1. Towels are present at handwash sink. Monitor supply of soap, towels-replace as soon as needed.
2. The dishmachine sanitizer now dispensing at least 50ppm chlorine.
3. Datemarking is being used, production date noted on items. This must be monitored for consistency.

Apr 8, 2010

No manager certification-
**CDC Risk Factor Violation 01 A**: 12-201.11 General.
(A) The OPERATOR or at least one MANAGER of a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall have a certificate issued by the DEPARTMENT that states that the OPERATOR
or MANAGER has passed a DEPARTMENT APPROVED EXAMINATION on FOOD protection practices.
However: (1) A new FOOD ESTABLISHMENT or a FOOD ESTABLISHMENT undergoing a change of OPERATOR after February 1, 2001 shall have a certified FOOD
MANAGER within 90 days of the initial day of operation or provide documentation that they are scheduled within three (3) months to take and pass
an APPROVED examination as specified in § 12-301.11.
(2) FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS which are not in compliance because of EMPLOYEE turnover or other loss of a CERTIFIED MANAGER, shall have 90 days from
the date of the loss of a CERTIFIED MANAGER to comply with this chapter, or provide documentation that the PERSON designated to be the certified
FOOD MANAGER will become certified within the time specified in this subparagraph.
(A) The operator or at least one manager of a food establishment shall have a certificate issued by the department that states that the operator
or manager has passed a department approved examination on food protection practices.
(B) If more than one food establishment operated by the same person is located on the same property or contiguous properties, only the operator
or one manager is required to be certified.
(C) A food establishment shall post a certificate issued by the department under this section in a conspicuous place on the premises of the food
establishment.
(D) The operator of a food establishment shall promptly notify the department when the certified manager terminates employment with the food
establishment and shall supply the department with the name and state certificate number of the new certified manager.
Application for certification shall be made on a form provided by the department. A completed application form shall be submitted to the
department along with a certification
fee of $10 and evidence that the applicant has successfully completed a written examination within the previous three years that meets the
criteria as specified in §12-301.11 WI Food Code.
A person whose certification has expired more than 6 months shall be required to take
and pass an approved examination as specified in § 12-301.11 to become certified.
Note: To obtain a copy of the application form, write Food Safety and Recreational Licensing Section, Bureau of Environmental and Occupational
Health, P.O. Box 2659, Madison, Wisconsin 53701-2659, telephone 608-266-2835.
Food items in walkin cooler[ie sauces, beans etc]
**CDC Risk Factor Violation 21 A**: WFC 3501.17 and 3-501.18 Ready to eat potentially hazardous food prepared on-site or opened from a
commercial container is being held for more than 24 hours without being marked with an expiration date.
Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared and held refrigerated at 5°C (41°F) or less, for more than 24 hours in a food establishment
shall be marked at the time of preparation to indicate that the food shall be consumed or sold within 7 calendar days or less from the day that
the food is prepared, including the day of preparation.
Food containers in cooler and bulk containers]lower level]
Violation 37 E: 3-305.11 Food Storage.
(A) Except as specified in ¶¶ (B) and (C), FOOD shall be protected from contamination by
storing the FOOD:
(1) In a clean, dry location;
(2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and
(3) At least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor.
(B) FOOD in PACKAGES and working containers may be stored less than 15 cm (6 inches)
above the floor on case lot handling EQUIPMENT as specified under § 4-204.122.
(C) Pressurized BEVERAGE containers, cased FOOD in waterproof containers such as bottles
or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not
exposed to floor moisture
Surface under microwave. Can opener.
Violation 45 U: 4-501.11 Good Repair, Proper Adjustment, and Operation.
(A) EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 and 4-2.
(B) EQUIPMENT components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be
kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
(C) Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of
metal fragments that can contaminate FOOD when the container is opened.
(D) EQUIPMENT shall be used and operated in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions
and as listed and tested unless APPROVED by the REGULATORY AUTHORITY.
Violation 45 V: 4-501.12 Cutting Surfaces.
Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall
be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and SANITIZED, or discarded if they
are not capable of being resurfaced.
Ex. Storage surfaces, outside of equipment, cooking area, etc.
Violation 47 A**: 4-601.11 Equipment, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces
(C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of
dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris.
Floor by back door/area around dish machine
Violation 53 Q: 6-501.11 Repairing.
The PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be maintained in good repair.
Violation 53 R: 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. Under and behind equipment
(A) The PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
(B) Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such
as after closing. This requirement does not apply to cleaning that is necessary due to a
spill or other accident.
The operator is responsible for food safety by actively managing Foodborne Illness Risk Factors. It is very important for operators to practice
"active managerial control" to prevent these risk factors occurring in their food service establishments.
Reacting to inspection findings in the short term, without a plan to maintain long term control of risk factors, will not achieve the level of
food safety needed in licensed food service establishments.
The term "active managerial control" means the establishment operator's responsibility for developing and implementing food safety management
systems to prevent, eliminate, or reduce the occurrence of Foodborne Illness Risk Factors.
One or more of the following categories of Foodborne Illness Risk Factors are repeat violations from the last routine or complaint follow-up
inspection of this establishment:
Foodborne Illness Risk Factor Categories: Violation Number:
Employee Health (2);(3)
Good Hygienic Practices (4);(5)
Prevention of Contamination of Food from Hands (6);(7);(8)
Approved Food Sources (9);(10);(11);(12)
Protection from Contamination (13);(14);(15)
Time and Temperature Control of (16);(17);(18);(19);(20);(21);(22)
Potentially Hazardous Food
Control of these risk factors may be achieved through "active managerial control" using one or a combination of the following methods:
Risk Control Plans;
Standard Operating Procedures;
Buyer Specifications;
Menu Modification;
HACCP Plans; and
Equipment/Facility Modification
Establishments that do not establish long term control of foodborne illness risk factors will be assessed reinspection fees. Charging fees for
reinspections provides more program equity in assessing the costs of these inspections to those establishments receiving the service.
Wisconsin Food Code fact sheets can be used as a resource to establish needed foodborne illness risk factor control plans.
Points------COMPLEXITY FACTORS
0-------------Food is not prepared until an order is placed.
0-------------Food items are held hot for one meal period or for a maximum of 4 hours, whichever is less.
0-------------Food preparation is limited to mixing together prepackaged products that do not need to be cooked further except for aesthetic
reasons (such as frozen soup concentrate with milk), or to condiment preparation (such as slicing pickles and onions).
1-------x------The restaurant contains a self-service salad or food bar.
1-------x------The restaurant handles raw poultry, meat, or seafood.
1-------------The seating capacity of the restaurant or operation is 50 or more.
1-------------Food is served through a drive through window for food pickup.
1-------------The restaurant promotes delivery of ready-to-eat food products to customers.
1------x-------Potentially hazardous foods are cooled, reheated, or hot or cold held for service
longer than 4 hours.
1-------------Food is prepared in one location and then transported to be served in another location.
1-------------The restaurant contains or uses banquet facilities as well as main dining area.
1-------x-------Food is served that requires preparation activities such as chopping, dicing, slicing, boiling, cooling, blanching, or reheating
in order for that product to be served.

Category 2 - Simple Food Service = 0 Points
Category 2 - Moderate Food Service = 1-4 Points
Category 3 - Complex Food Service = 5 or more Points

4 compt. sink
Right side compt-handwash
left compt for food prep
Dish machine-chlorine sanitizer-50ppm-strips available
4 compt bar sink
Temperatures
bar cooler 40f
prep cooler 38f
walkin cooler 39f
chest freezer 0f
beverage walkin 40f
Buffet is done at 2pm

Apr 15, 2010

Follow up of critical items
1. Manager certification class is scheduled to be taken in May.
2. Date marking is being done with production date.
Other violations in process of correction
Discussed repeat violations

Feb 21, 2011

Facility at utensil sink [corrected by end of inspection]
**CDC Risk Factor Violation 08 B**: 5-204.11 Handsink.C
A handsink shall be located:
(A) To allow convenient use by FOOD EMPLOYEES in FOOD PREPARATION, FOOD dispensing, and WAREWASHING areas; and
(B) In, or immediately adjacent to, toilet rooms.
Ex. Cutting boards, can opener, storage surfaces, area of sinks, etc.
**CDC Risk Factor Violation 14 F**: 4-601.11 Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils.C
(A) EQUIPMENT FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be clean to sight and touch.
(B) The FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of cooking EQUIPMENT and pans shall be kept free of
encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations.
(C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of
dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris.
Cold food buffet is missing shield-covers must be provided until a shield is in place
Violation 37 I: 3-306.11 Food Display.
Except for nuts in the shell and whole, raw fruits and vegetables that are intended for hulling,
peeling, or washing by the CONSUMER before consumption, FOOD on display shall be protected from contamination by the use of PACKAGING; counter,
service line, or salad bar FOOD guards; display cases; or other effective means.
Remove cardboard and keep wood surfaces in good repair
Violation 45 M: 4-202.16 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces.
NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and
to facilitate maintenance.

Violation 45 U: 4-501.11 Good Repair, Proper Adjustment, and Operation. Cutting boards and utensils used for cooking
(A) EQUIPMENT shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under Parts 4-1 and 4-2.
(B) EQUIPMENT components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be
kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
(C) Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of
metal fragments that can contaminate FOOD when the container is opened.
(D) EQUIPMENT shall be used and operated in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions
and as listed and tested unless APPROVED by the REGULATORY AUTHORITY.
Sink in men’s room is cracked.
Violation 53 Q: 6-501.11 Repairing.
The PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be maintained in good repair.
Violation 53 R: 6-501.12 Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. Floor under and behind equipment
(A) The PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
(B) Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of FOOD is exposed such
as after closing. This requirement does not apply to cleaning that is necessary due to a
spill or other accident.
Bank of lights burnt out
Violation 54 B: 6-202.11 Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding.
(A) Except as specified in ¶ (B), light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-
resistant in areas where there is exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; or unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
(B) Shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant bulbs need not be used in areas used
only for storing FOOD in unopened PACKAGES, if:
(1) The integrity of the PACKAGES can not be affected by broken glass falling onto them;
and
(2) The PACKAGES are capable of being cleaned of debris from broken bulbs before the
PACKAGES are opened.
(C) An infrared or other heat lamp shall be protected against breakage by a shield surrounding
and extending beyond the bulb so that only the face of the bulb is exposed.
class taken-need state certificate
Food manager certificate not posted. A restaurant shall post the food manager's certificate in a conspicuous place on the premises of the
restaurant.
The operator is responsible for food safety by actively managing Foodborne Illness Risk Factors. It is very important for operators to practice
"active managerial control" to prevent these risk factors occurring in their food service establishments.
Reacting to inspection findings in the short term, without a plan to maintain long term control of risk factors, will not achieve the level of
food safety needed in licensed food service establishments.
The term "active managerial control" means the establishment operator's responsibility for developing and implementing food safety management
systems to prevent, eliminate, or reduce the occurrence of Foodborne Illness Risk Factors.
One or more of the following categories of Foodborne Illness Risk Factors are repeat violations from the last routine or complaint follow-up
inspection of this establishment:
Foodborne Illness Risk Factor Categories: Violation Number:
Employee Health (2);(3)
Good Hygienic Practices (4);(5)
Prevention of Contamination of Food from Hands (6);(7);(8)
Approved Food Sources (9);(10);(11);(12)
Protection from Contamination (13);(14);(15)
Time and Temperature Control of (16);(17);(18);(19);(20);(21);(22)
Potentially Hazardous Food
Control of these risk factors may be achieved through "active managerial control" using one or a combination of the following methods:
Risk Control Plans;
Standard Operating Procedures;
Buyer Specifications;
Menu Modification;
HACCP Plans; and
Equipment/Facility Modification
Establishments that do not establish long term control of foodborne illness risk factors will be assessed reinspection fees. Charging fees for
reinspections provides more program equity in assessing the costs of these inspections to those establishments receiving the service.
Wisconsin Food Code fact sheets can be used as a resource to establish needed foodborne illness risk factor control plans.

4 compt sink-chlorine
Dishmachine-chlorine-50ppm-strips available
Handwash sink
4 compt bar sink
Food prep-part of sink unit
Temperatures
Buffet-water 177f
beef 146f, chimi 138f
sauce 40f
prep cooler 38f, insert 40f
walkin cooler 35f
glass door cooler 34f
chest cooler 0f
beverage cooler 40f
Discussed risk factor

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Sherri

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The young waitress was lovely, she shouldn't be working at such a low class restaurant. From my experience they treated her poorly. My food was disgusting, and the establishment was dirty. The only good thing was the customer service.
Would you recommend Margarita's Mexican Grill to others? No
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