La Costita, 14626 Se Sunnyside Rd, Happy Valley, OR 97086 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: La Costita
Address: 14626 Se Sunnyside Rd, Happy Valley, OR 97086
Phone: (503) 658-6778
Total inspections: 9
Last inspection: Jun 3, 2011
Score
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90

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  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-304.14 Wiping cloths are not properly used or stored, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-203.11 Food temperature measuring devices are not accurately or properly scaled, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food temperature measuring devices shall be accurate to plus or minus 2°F.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-204.112 Temperature measuring devices are not provided, or are not easily readable, properly located, or accurately scaled in hot or cold food storage units, specifically: missing REQUIRED CORRECTION: An accurate, easily readable temperature measuring device shall be located in the warmest part of mechanically refrigerated units and in the coolest part of hot food storage units.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-501.18 Handwashing facilities are not kept clean, or are not properly maintained or used, specifically: no soap at bar REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing facilities shall be kept clean and be properly maintained and used.
Feb 9, 2007 96
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-204.112 Temperature measuring devices are not provided, or are not easily readable, properly located, or accurately scaled in hot or cold food storage units, specifically: unable to locate thermometer in prep cooler REQUIRED CORRECTION: An accurate, easily readable temperature measuring device shall be located in the warmest part of mechanically refrigerated units and in the coolest part of hot food storage units.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-702.11 *CRITICAL* Food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils are not sanitized after cleaning, specifically: both dishwashers not dispensing sanitizer (bottles empty) REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils shall be sanitized before use after cleaning.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-301.11 *CRITICAL* Soap is not provided at a handwashing lavatory, specifically: no soap bar handsink REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Each handwashing lavatory or group of 2 handwashing lavatories shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder or bar soap.
Sep 5, 2007 91
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-304.12 In-use dispensing utensils are not properly stored, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: In-use food preparation or dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1) in the food with the handles above the top of the food; 2) on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment if they are cleaned and sanitized as required; 3) in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain; 4) in a clean, protected location if the utensils are used with food that is not potentially hazardous; or 5) in a container of hot water at a temperature of 140°F (60°C) or more or 41°F (5°C) or less or if the container is cleaned as required.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-501.18 *CRITICAL* Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food has not been consumed within the required time period or is not properly date-marked, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared in the establishment must be discarded if it has not been consumed within 7 calendar days if stored at 41°F (5°C) or less or is not properly date-marked.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-302.12 Temperature measuring devices are not provided or readily accessible for checking food temperatures, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and readily accessible for use. At a minimum, a metal-stemmed temperature measuring device with a range of 0-220 degrees F shall be provided to take internal food temperatures.
Feb 29, 2008 93
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-501.15 Incorrect methods are used to cool potentially hazardous foods, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: Potentially hazardous food shall be cooled by: 1) placing the food in shallow pans; 2) separating the food into smaller or thinner portions; 3) using rapid cooling equipment; 4) stirring the food in an ice water bath; 5) using or arranging containers to facilitate heat transfer; 6) adding ice as an ingredient; 7) other effective methods. Food shall be arranged to provide maximum heat transfer and loosely covered or uncovered.
Oct 20, 2008 98
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 7-102.11 *CRITICAL* Working containers of poisonous or toxic materials are not clearly labeled, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Working containers (including spray bottles) used for storing poisonous or toxic materials, such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies, shall be clearly and individually labeled with the common name of the material.
May 19, 2009 95
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-501.16 *CRITICAL* Potentially hazardous food is not maintained at proper hot or cold holding temperatures, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Potentially hazardous foods shall be maintained at 140°F (60°C) or above (except roast beef may be held at 130°F (54°C) or above) or at 41°F (5°C) or less.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-301.12 *CRITICAL* Hand towels or a hand drying device is not provided at the handwashing lavatory, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Each handwashing lavatory or group of adjacent handwashing lavatories shall be provided with a supply of individual disposable towels, a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel, or a heated-air hand drying device.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-301.14 A handwashing sign is not posted at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees.
Nov 23, 2009 89
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-501.17 *CRITICAL* Ready-to-eat food is not properly date-marked, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food prepared in the food establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation or consumption. Including the date of preparation, food shall be consumed within 7 days if stored at 41°F or less. Food that is frozen shall be marked to indicate the remaining days that the food may be kept once the product is thawed.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-101.111 Nonfood-contact surfaces subject to splash or spillage are not properly constructed, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-204.112 Temperature measuring devices are not provided, or are not easily readable, properly located, or accurately scaled in hot or cold food storage units, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: An accurate, easily readable temperature measuring device shall be located in the warmest part of mechanically refrigerated units and in the coolest part of hot food storage units.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-301.14 A handwashing sign is not posted at all handwashing sinks used by food employees, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing lavatories used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees.
May 31, 2010 91
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-304.14 Wiping cloths are not properly used or stored, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-203.12 Ambient air temperature measuring devices are not accurately or properly scaled, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: Ambient air temperature measuring devices shall be accurate to plus or minus 3°F.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 6-501.18 Handwashing facilities are not kept clean, or are not properly maintained or used, specifically: REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing facilities shall be kept clean and be properly maintained and used.
Sep 30, 2010 96
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 3-501.18 *CRITICAL* Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food has not been consumed within the required time period or is not properly date-marked, specifically: perishable containor in walk in dated 5/26 ( 8 days) REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared in the establishment must be discarded if it has not been consumed within 7 calendar days if stored at 41°F (5°C) or less or is not properly date-marked.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-302.12 Temperature measuring devices are not provided or readily accessible for checking food temperatures, specifically: food thermometer broken REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and readily accessible for use. At a minimum, a metal-stemmed temperature measuring device with a range of 0-220 degrees F shall be provided to take internal food temperatures.
  • VIOLATION OF SECTION 4-703.11 *CRITICAL* Food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils are not properly sanitized after cleaning, specifically: Bar dishwasher not dispensing sanitizer at final rinse (bottle empty) REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils shall be sanitized after cleaning using one the following methods: 1) immersion for at least 30 seconds in hot water maintained as specified in rule; 2) using mechanical hot water operations that achieve a utensil surface temperature of 160°F (71°C); or 3) using an approved chemical sanitizer in manual or mechanical operations for 10 seconds for chlorine and 30 seconds for all other chemical sanitizer or an exposure time used in relation with a combination of temperature, concentration and pH.
Jun 3, 2011 90

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