El Dorado Mexican Restaurant
Last inspected: Jul 24, 2024
22
Score
Public records show six inspections at El Dorado Mexican Restaurant stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jul 24, 2024. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 11 violations each, up from closer to zero violations before.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
By comparison, the average Gainesville facility scores 75, putting El Dorado Mexican Restaurant on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
6
Inspections
3
Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
22
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed: in the cook line 2 door reach-in cooler, raw eggs over cooked pork. The eggs were moved below. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed: a white bag with red print used to scoop dough batter in the cook line 2 door reach-in cooler.
14-31-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can of Mexican Salsa with a heavy dent on the side.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the back wait station, the soda nozzles have an accumulation of debris/buildup.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed: 4 + staff involved with food and clean dishes, no Certified Food Manager present.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed: lack of soap, Paper towels and sign at the hand wash sink at the beginning of the cook line. ALSO, at the second wait station, no sign.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed only 1 current employee certificate.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the hot water at the second hand wash sink at the cook line is not available due to being diverted to a hose.
27-16-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed: purses stored over to go plates in the wait station/to go area.
40-06-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed avocados with stickers stored in the cook line flip top. **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed stored food not covered in the walk-in cooler, below 41F. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the top of the dish wash machine has an accumulation of debris.
23-03-4
32
Jul 25, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the license expired on 6-1-23.
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed: in the 2 door reach-in cooler at the cook line, raw fish over shred cheese. The fish was moved below. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed: cracked egg in the 2 door reach-in cooler on the cook line.
01B-14-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: on the cook line guacamole 47F, salsa 45F, these were placed in the 2 door and iced bagged. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed gravy 111F, and sauce 117F, on the cook line **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener with dried food debris on the blade. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed: a basket and spoon in the cook line hand wash sink. These were removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed avocados with stickers, on the cook line with prepped onions. **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cold held food uncovered in the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. Staff went to wrap each pan. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed: the dumpster lid is open. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
33
Feb 3, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed two hand wash sink missing at establishment. One hand wash sink missing to the right of the three-compartment sink in the bar area. One hand wash sink missing in the corner of the kitchen to the right of the hood on the cook line and next to the reach in cooler . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-27: Observed one hand wash sink missing at establishment. One hand wash sink to the right of the three-compartment sink in the bar area has been reinstalled. One hand wash sink missing in the corner of the kitchen to the right of the hood on the cook line and next to the reach in cooler . **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: Observed one hand wash sink missing at establishment. One hand wash sink missing in the corner of the kitchen to the right of the hood on the cook line and next to the reach in cooler . **Time Extended**
31A-07-4
90
Oct 18, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Dorado Mexican Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Dorado Mexican Restaurant on file is from Jul 24, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Dorado Mexican Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Dorado Mexican Restaurant.
How does El Dorado Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
El Dorado Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 22 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 75.
Has El Dorado Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at El Dorado Mexican Restaurant have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at El Dorado Mexican Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is El Dorado Mexican Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Dorado Mexican Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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