Los Panchos, 250 West Water Street, Elmira, NY 14901 - Restaurant/Catering Operation inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant name: LOS PANCHOS
Address: 250 West Water Street, Elmira, NY 14901
County: Chemung
Local health department: Chemung County
Restaurant type: Restaurant/Catering Operation
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: 11/19/2015

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  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
11/19/2015InspectionProper cooling procedures were observed during inspection inside refrigerated equipment. Discussed proper calibration of numerical thermometers used to evaluate cooked potentially hazardous (TCS) foods during inspection with operator. A Time Table of Compliance Date of Dec. 19, 2015 has been established to correct the violations listed above. A re-inspection will be conducted after this date to determine compliance.
No violation noted during this evaluation. 06/11/2015InspectionCatering inspection conducted at Wisner Market. No violations observed during inspection. Recommended moving of phf/tcs cheese and cut tomatoes out of sun to reduce rate of melting of ice, which is being used for cold-holding.
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures
  • Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans
  • Wiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions
  • Effective measures not used to control entrance (rodent-, insect-proof contruction). Harborage areas available for rodents, insects and other vermin
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
10/14/2014InspectionA time table of compliance date of October 28th, 2014 has been established to correct the above-mentioned violations. A re-inspection will be conducted after this date to determine compliance. Discussed routine calibration of numerical thermometers with kitchen staff during inspection along with regular hand washing and proper use of plastic gloves to eliminate direct bare-hand contact with cooked and ready-to-eat foods.
No violation noted during this evaluation. 07/24/2014Re-InspectionViolation #10B corrected: tablecloths smooth, easily cleanable, non-absorbent. No other items evaluated during re-inspection, which was conducted at Wisner Market.
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
06/12/2014Inspectiondiscussed hot and cold holding requirements with operators. Also discussed handwashing, thermometer use and draining of ice used to store items. Discussed using ice to cold hold phf items. Extra utensils available onsite, facility is located around the corner, and is available to supply additional equipment as needed. Inspection conducted at wisner market
No violation noted during this evaluation. 11/07/2013Re-Inspectionthe following corrected from previous, observed bleach test strips, dish machine operating properly, bottles og liquor not stored on floor, soda holster cleaned, exrerior of ice machine cleaned.
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not stored under refrigeration except during necessary preparation or approved precooling procedures (room temperature storage).
  • Food contact surfaces not washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any time of operations when contamination may have occurred
  • Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans
11/01/2013Inspectionfacility demonstrated adequate knowledge of cooling schedule. Will discuss a waiver with CWH for batter. TTOC for dishmachine to be established Monday, in meantime facility to wash and rinse with machine and sanitize in 1 bay of 3 bay sink.
No violation noted during this evaluation. 03/09/2012Re-Inspection
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Critical: Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate potentially hazardous food temperatures during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.
  • Food contact surfaces not washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any time of operations when contamination may have occurred
03/07/2012Inspection
  • Premises littered, unnecessary equipment and article present, living quarters no completely separated for food service operations, live animals, birds and pets not excluded
  • Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures
  • Food contact surfaces not washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any time of operations when contamination may have occurred
  • Improper storage of cleaning equipment, linens, laundry unacceptable
  • Toilet facilities inadequate, inconvenient, dirty, in disrepair, toilet paper missing, not self-closing doors, missing hand wash signs
01/19/2011Inspection
  • Plumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not cooled by an approved method where the food temperature can be reduced from 120oF to 70oF or less within two hours and 70oF to 45oF within four hours.
09/22/2010Inspection
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
  • Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Wiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions
  • Critical: Canned foods found in poor conditions (leakers, severe dents, rusty, swollen cans)
  • Food contact surfaces not washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any time of operations when contamination may have occurred
12/01/2009Inspection
  • Toilet facilities inadequate, inconvenient, dirty, in disrepair, toilet paper missing, not self-closing doors, missing hand wash signs
  • Plumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained
  • Critical: Foods or food area/public area contamination by sewage or drippage from waste lines.
  • Critical: Toxic chemicals are improperly labeled, stored or used so that contamination of food can occur.
11/20/2008Inspection
No violation noted during this evaluation. 11/20/2007Re-Inspection
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Improper use and storage of clean, sanitized equipment and utensils
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not stored under refrigeration except during necessary preparation or approved precooling procedures (room temperature storage).
  • Critical: Food from unapproved source, spoiled, adulterated on premises.
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not cooled by an approved method where the food temperature can be reduced from 120oF to 70oF or less within two hours and 70oF to 45oF within four hours.
10/08/2007Inspection
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not stored under refrigeration except during necessary preparation or approved precooling procedures (room temperature storage).
  • Toilet facilities inadequate, inconvenient, dirty, in disrepair, toilet paper missing, not self-closing doors, missing hand wash signs
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not cooled by an approved method where the food temperature can be reduced from 120oF to 70oF or less within two hours and 70oF to 45oF within four hours.
12/07/2006Inspection

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