Carolina's Mexican Food

Inspector's notes

No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM is required to be available onsite during all hours or operation. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed multiple packages of commercially packaged shredded beef being thawed in two large pans of water set above the tortilla flat top grill. Internal temperature of the water was 146*F. PIC stated that the pans were placed there about an hour prior to inspection. PIC removed the pans and staff started prepping the items at time of inspection. Provided thawing guidance via email. All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed the flooring in the kitchen being in disrepair and having areas exposing the aggregate. Some areas are gathering liquid and food debris. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. ***** 6th Consecutive Violation *****

Inspector's notes

Observed unmarked containers filled with dry spices, rice, sugars, and other foods. Informed PIC that all food taken from the bulk container need to be labeled with the common name. All bulk food items not easily identifiable must be labeled with common name of food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed the flooring in the kitchen being in disrepair and having some areas exposing the aggregate. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. ***** 5th Consecutive Violation *****

Inspector's notes

Observed the small prep style unit and reach in unit near the food assembly line holding TCS foods above 41*F. The prep style unit was 52.7*F and the reach in unit 68.3*F, measured using min/max. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 4/30/2026.

Inspector's notes

Observed unmarked containers filled with dry spices, rice, sugars, and other foods. Informed PIC that all food taken from the bulk container need to be labeled with the common name. All bulk food items not easily identifiable must be labeled with common name of food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed the flooring in the kitchen being in disrepair and having some areas exposing the aggregate. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. ***** 5th Consecutive Violation *****

Inspector's notes

Observed the small prep style unit and reach in unit near the food assembly line holding TCS foods above 41*F. The prep style unit was 52.7*F and the reach in unit 68.3*F, measured using min/max. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection on 4/30/2026.

Inspector's notes

Observed unmarked containers filled with dry spices, rice, sugars, and other foods. Informed PIC that all food taken from the bulk container need to be labeled with the common name. All bulk food items not easily identifiable must be labeled with common name of food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed floor drain located under the three-compartment sink backed up with grey water and not draining. All other floor drains are draining properly and not conveying sewage. Sewage from the floor drain is not actively backing up. PIC stated that there was recently plumbing work conducted and they believe the floor drain was planned to be closed off. Informed PIC that the drain needs to properly drain prior to reinspection on 4/21/2025. Corrective Action: Correct within 24 hours.

Inspector's notes

Observed the flooring in the kitchen being in disrepair and having some areas exposing the aggregate. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. ***** 5th Consecutive Violation *****

Inspector's notes

Observed the walk in cooler having an ambient temperature of 59*F. At the time of inspection, walk in cooler door was observed to be left opened. At the end of the inspection, walk in cooler was able to have an ambient temperature of 41*F. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed the walk in cooler door not being able to close properly due to hinges having issues and the locking mechanism in disrepair. Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected. Observed screen back door leading directly to the kitchen was being left open to be able to go outside to extra stores areas. Person in charge explained that it was open because the kitchen gets hot throughout the day and it allows air flow. Discussed with person in charge the increased risk for pests with open doors in a operation, and suggested all doors are closed or an addition of air curtains to avoid increased pest activity. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. Observed excess organic matter on sealing and wall in storage shed. Discussed that all walls and ceilings should be kept clean to avoid contamination of equipment and premise. Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability. Observed flooring throughout establishment with pealing paint. Discussed re-surfacing rough floor areas so that floors are smooth, durable, non-porous, and easily cleanable. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection