TORTILLA COAST, 1460 P ST NW, Washington, DC - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: TORTILLA COAST
Type: RESTAURANT TOTAL
Address: 1460 P ST NW, 20005, Washington DC
Total inspections: 5
Last inspection: Feb 07, 2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Inspection Type

Critical violations

Non-Critical violations

Details / Comments

No violation noted during this evaluation. Feb 07, 2014Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • Hands clean and properly washed
  • Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  • Food separated and protected
  • Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  • Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  • Food properly labeled; original container
  • Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  • Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  • In-use utensils: properly stored
  • Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  • Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
  • Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  • Physical facilities: installed, maintained, & clean
  • Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Jan 15, 2014Routine514Details / Comments
  • Food separated and protected
  • Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
  • Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  • In-use utensils: properly stored
Aug 23, 2013Complaint32Details / Comments
No violation noted during this evaluation. Oct 26, 2012Follow-up00Details / Comments
  • Proper cold holding temperatures
  • Proper date marking & disposition
  • Thermometers provided & accurate
  • Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
  • Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
Oct 12, 2012Complaint32Details / Comments

Feb 07, 2014 (Follow-up)

Comments:
Notice abated from the inspection conducted on 01/15/2014.
Temperature logs observed.
If you have any questions please contact the area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037.

Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink)114.2F
Rice - Sushi (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)155.9F
Chicken Chop (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)153.2F
Black Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)147.3F
(Refrigerator - drawer)41.3F
Cheese (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding)43.1F
(Reach-in Refrigerator)43.8F

Jan 15, 2014 (Routine)


Violations: Comments:
The establishment's employee health policy regarding the prevention of foodborne illness is on file and was reviewed.

The consumer advisory notice regarding the health risks associated with the consumption of raw or undercooked animal foods is printed on the menu.

Most recent pest control service date: 1/15/2014

CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 5 DAYS

CORRECT ITEMS STATED WITHIN 45 DAYS

If you have any questions, please call Area Supervisor, Mr. RONNIE TAYLOR, at 202-442-9037.

Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Bar)132.0F
Hot Water (Dishwashing Machine - Wash Cycle)125.0F
Hot Water (Dishwashing Machine - Final Rinse Cycle)132.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Dishwash area)126.0F
(Reach-in Refrigerator)36.0F
(Reach-in Refrigerator)33.0F
Lettuce spring mix (Reach-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding)43.0F
Diced Tomatoes (Reach-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding)37.0F
Iceberg Lettuce (Reach-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding)39.0F
(Under-counter Refrigerator)60.0F
(Under-counter Refrigerator)36.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink)110.0F
(Reach-in Refrigerator)41.0F
(Under-counter Refrigerator)42.0F
(Under-counter Refrigerator)44.0F
(Steam Table) (Hot Holding)154.0F
Chorizo Sausage (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)171.0F
Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)170.0F
(Under-counter Refrigerator)44.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)114.0F
(Reach-in Freezer)4.0F
(Walk-in Refrigerator)35.0F
Chicken Tortilla Soup (Walk-in Refrigerator) (Cooling)156.0F
Ranchero Sauce (Walk-in Refrigerator) (Cold Holding)153.0F
Hot Water (3-compartment sink)130.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Dishwash area)103.0F

Aug 23, 2013 (Complaint)


Violations: Comments:
CORRECT ITEMS STATED WTIHIN 45-DAYS AS LISTED WITHIN OBSERVATIONS.

COMPLAINT GENERATED (RESTROOMS RELATED): UNSUBSTANTIATED (ALL RESTROOMS FOUND IN WORKING ORDER)

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT AREA SUPERVISOR MR. RONNIE TAYLOR AT (202)442-9037 (MAIN: 202-535-2180).

Temperatures
(Refrigerator - under counter)40.0F
salsa (Ice) (Cold Holding)41.0F
Hot Water (Prep sink)130.0F
Tomatoes chopped (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding)40.0F
Onions raw (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding)32.0F
(Refrigerator - under counter)40.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink)130.0F
Corn (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding)40.0F
Chicken (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cooling)53.0F
Steak cooked (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cooling)51.0F
Rice (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)163.0F
Steak cooked (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)148.0F
Chicken (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)143.0F
Cole slaw (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding)40.0F
Cooked Peppers and Onions (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding)50.0F
Plantains (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding)47.0F
Pork (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding)49.0F
Fish - Tilapia (Refrigerator - drawer) (Cold Holding)49.0F
(Refrigerator - under counter)50.0F
Hot Water (3-compartment sink)129.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)41.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)43.0F
Pork (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding)36.0F
(Reach-in Freezer)0.0F

Oct 26, 2012 (Follow-up)

Comments:
ALL 5-DAY NOTICES ABATED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 10/12/12.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT AREA SUPERVISOR MRS. JACQUELINE COLEMAN AT (202)442-9037 (MAIN: 202-535-2180).

Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink)110.0F
Tomatoes chopped (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding)41.0F
Sauce (Refrigerator - counter top) (Cold Holding)38.0F
(Refrigerator - under counter)40.0F
Black Beans (Steam Table) (Hot Holding)155.0F
Chicken grilled (Grill) (Cooking)171.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)35.0F
Chicken (Refrigerator - walk-in) (Cold Holding)40.0F
Hot Water (3-compartment sink)113.0F

Oct 12, 2012 (Complaint)


Violations: Comments:
Complaint Notes: Discussed with the restaurant manager about the smoke and smell from the back kitchen to the sles sales floor, it was corrected and no concern of malpractice seen.
The Business has a written employee's health policy for food-borne illness.
CFPM GREGORY G WEBB FS 51931 EXP.05-04-15
Most recent pest control service date: 10/04/2012
If any question please call area supervisor Mr. Ronnie Taylor at 202-442-9037
Sanitizer Quaternary Ammonium, 100ppm 0.0 pH, 108.4°F

Temperatures
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink)121.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - kitchen)119.0F
Hot Water (3-compartment sink)113.0F
Hot Water (Handwashing Sink - Service Line)117.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)41.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)39.0F
(Refrigerator - walk-in)39.0F
(Refrigerator - reach-in)40.0F
Lettuce Greenleaf (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)43.0F
Tomatoes sliced (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)44.0F
Onions raw (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)44.0F
Tomatoes chopped (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)43.0F
Tuna (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)42.0F
American Cheese (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)46.0F
Mayonnaise (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)44.0F
Peppers (Refrigerator - open display) (Cold Holding)42.0F

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