La Costilla Grill Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display — Inspector Note: Observed multiple boxed items stored under walk-in freezer refrigeration unit exposed to leaking from refrigeration unit (ice crystal formation). Employee removed items from boxes and moved items that may be exposed to leakage. 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: (i) In a clean, dry location; (ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. 2. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts. 3. Pressurized beverage containers, cased food in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.

Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used — Inspector Note: Observed reach-in cooler door in bad repair; when opened door came off the hinge. 511-6-1.05(6)(a) - Good Repair & Proper Adjustment (C) (6) Maintenance and Operation. (a) Good Repair and Proper Adjustment. 1. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. 2. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 3. Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when the container is opened.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices — Inspector Note: Observed 3-compartment sink and prep sink leaking into catch pans. Also observed refrigeration in walk-in freezer with evidence of leaking ( ice crystal formation on plumbing, food item boxes and shelving units) and walk-in cooler refrigeration unit leaking onto the floor. 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - System Maintained in Good Repair (P, C) (r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized — Inspector Note: Observed dish machine and 3-compartment sink with chlorine sanitizer solution below proper concentration. Manager called to have maintenance performed on dish machine and remade 3-compartment sink sanitizer. 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization-Temperature, pH, Concentration, Hardness (P,Pf) (n) Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization - Temperature, pH, Concentration, and Hardness. A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions P, and shall be used as follows: 1. A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart; P Concentration Range Minimum Temperature MG/L PH 10 or less oF (oC) PH 8 or less oF (oC) 25-49 120 (49) 120 (49) 50-99 100 (38) 75 (24) 100 55 (13) 55 (13) 2. An iodine solution shall have a minimum temperature of 68°F (20°C)P minimum concentration between 12.5 ppm and 25 ppm, P and pH of 5.0 or less or a pH no higher than the level for which the manufacturer specifies for the solution to be effective; P 3. A quaternary ammonium compound solution shall have a minimum temperature of 75ºF (24ºC), P have a concentration as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g) and as indicated by the manufacturer’s use directions included in the labeling, P and be used only in water with 500 ppm hardness or less or in water having a hardness no greater than specified by the EPA-registered label use instructions; P 4. If another solution of a chemical specified under paragraphs 1 through 3 of this subsection is used, the permit holder shall demonstrate to the Health Authority that the solution achieves sanitization and the use of the solution shall be approved; P 5. If a chemical sanitizer other than chlorine, iodine, or a quaternary ammonium compound is used, it shall be applied in accordance with the EPA-registered label use instructions ;P and 6. If a chemical sanitizer is generated by a device located on-site at the food service establishment, it shall be used as specified in 1-5 of this subsection and shall be produced by a device that: (i) complies with law as specified in sections 2(q)(1) and 12 of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), P (ii) complies with 40 CFR 152.500 Requirement for Devices and 40 CFR 156.10 Labeling Requirements, P (iii) displays the EPA device manufacturing facility registration number on the device, Pf and (iv) is operated and maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Pf. 7. On-site chemical sanitizer generating equipment with active ingredients, such as copper, must be registered as pesticides. The active ingredient may be part of the equipment or separately added.

Proper cold holding temperatures — Inspector Note: Observed multiple TCS food items stored in walk-in cooler and reach-in cooler above 41F. PIC placed items on ice to cool down items and discarded of whole Tilapia, rice and cooked chicken. 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - Time/Temperature Control for Safety; Cold Holding (P) (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P

Utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled — Inspector Note: Observed dishes wet nesting above the three compartment sink. PIC corrected on site by removing and rewashing dishes. Also observed clean pans not properly inverted. PIC corrected on site by inverting pans.

Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used — Inspector Note: Observed reach in cooler door in bad repair. The door was hanging off the hinge. PIC will repair the door by 10/01/25.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices — Inspector Note: Observed the hot water not working in the three compartment sink located in the bar. PIC will place a work order to have the hot water knob repaired or replaced by 10/10/25

Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean — Inspector Note: Observed ceiling above the walk in cooler door in bad repair. CA- PIC advised the damaged ceiling was due to repairs of the walk in freezer. PIC will have the ceiling repaired by 10/01/25

Insects, rodents, and animals not present — Inspector Note: Observed both rear doors need self closures and a weather strip must be added to the door in the dining area by 10/10/2025