Taco Bell

Inspector's notes

Soda nozzles observed with soda residue on inner surface. Discussed cleaning methods and frequencies with PIC. Please have nozzles cleaned in a manner and frequency that prevents buildup of debris, organic matter, and/or residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Inspector's notes

Sanitizer cloth stored in sanitizer bucket with less than 100 PPM Quat sanitizer solution. PIC remade the bucket to have sanitizer around 300 PPM.

Inspector's notes

-- Hand sink near office (1 of 2 available in kitchen )had no soap available for hand washing. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Per person in charge (PIC) no additional soap available for dispenser until shipment is received on 3/25/25. A re-inspection will be conducted on 3/25/25 to ensure the establishment has sufficient soap available for handwashing. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

Inspector's notes

-- Hand sink near register/drive thru soda dispenser unable to reach 100°F (maximum temperature measured at 73°F). Hot water of: 100°F is required at all handwash sinks; 110°F at all other sinks; 120°F at mechanical ware washing units sanitizing with chemicals; and 140°F at mechanical ware washing units sanitizing with high temperature. Corrective Action: Correct within 24 hours.

Inspector's notes

-- Personal items of fruit and sea moss observed in reach-in refrigerator near drive thru. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, and single-service/single-use articles are protected from contamination. Discussed placing personal items in designated area for employees. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Inspector's notes

Observed build-up of dark/gray material adhering to the soda nozzles of the thrive-thru soda dispenser. The person in charge (PIC) was shown the build-up. The PIC stated they will increase cleaning frequency. Per FDA Food Code, Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food such as iced tea dispensers, carbonated beverage dispenser nozzles, beverage dispensing circuits or lines, water vending equipment, coffee bean grinders, ice makers, and ice bins must be cleaned on a routine basis to prevent the development of slime, mold, or soil residues that may contribute to an accumulation of microorganisms Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.