Juanitas Mexican Cafe

Inspector's notes

Observed raw shelled eggs stored in rack above cooked menudo in tall two door refrigeration unit. Ensure to store ready to eat food items above raw food items to prevent cross contamination. Operator proceeded to move raw eggs at the bottom. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed dead roaches on sticky trap at floor sink in kitchen area. Discussed with operator pest control visits and result of inspections. Operator present last pest control report dated: 5/15/25. Ensure to maintain adequate control of pest and contact pest control for an inspection. Requested operator to submit a copy of Pest control dated 6/9/25 or after today's date. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed package of frozen raw meats thawing in prep sink at room temperature. Ensure to use adequate thawing procedures: Use refrigeration to maintain at 41*F or below, Completely submerge under running water, or as part of the cooking process. Operator proceeded to place items in refrigeration unit at 41*F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed damaged/ broken tiles in kitchen area at time of inspection. Operator stated this was due to repairs made to plumbing in food establishment. Per operator, tile is on order and expected to be replaced before next routine inspection. Ensure to repair/ replace any missing, damaged/broken tile. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed non-food contact surface, refrigerators, with food debris. Discussed with PIC that they should be cleaned regularly during business hours and at time of inspection.

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Observed wet wiping cloths sitting at coffee counter. Discussed with PIC that wet wiping cloths need to stored in bucket with sanitizer.

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Observed floor tile has been torn up to fix plumbing but tiles not replaced. Discussed with PIC that floor needs to be repaired and should be smooth and cleanable.

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Observed frozen meat being thawed at room temperature in food prep sink. 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. Cold water was used to thaw meats. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed twist cap water bottle on shelf near three compartment sink and drink stored in freezer. Employee food and drinks must be stored in an assigned break area, or area labeled for employees. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. >>> Observed pico de gallo, and guacamole with tomatoes stored in prep table at 53-61'F. Per PIC, the items were refilled from fresh ingredients 1 hour prior to inspection. The minimum ambient air temperature was measured to be 53.2'F at the time of inspection. PIC moved both items to standing refrigerator in the back of house to be properly cooled to below 41'F. Discussed cold holding with the PIC. All TCS foods held cold must be held at 41'F or below at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-207.11 (B), P: Restriction and Storage-Medicines; Storage & labeling >>> Observed cough medicine stored directly above clean utensils and single service plastics. PIC moved medicine to proper storage location at the time of inspection. All medicines must be stored in a designated area away from food, utensils, and single service items to prevent contamination. Discussed the importance of proper medicine storage with the PIC. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection