Taqueria La Dona
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2024
58
Score
Taqueria La Dona appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 6, 2024. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent. The file hasn't been updated since Jan 6, 2024, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
By comparison, the average Dover facility scores 81, putting Taqueria La Dona on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
4
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed large pots and pans on food truck **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-06: **Time Extended**
22-45-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-06: no proof **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed large pots and pans unable to fit in three compartment sink. each compartment is the size of a 1/3 pan **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-06: **Time Extended**
16-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Self-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operator dumping in unapproved DOH septic tank **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-06: No approval letter from DOH, discussed and gave operator change of commissary letter **Admin Complaint**
51-22-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-06: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
58
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Operator uses Cloraclen Multipourpose Cleaner with Bleach. Operator got approved sanitizer **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
22-48-5
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed large pots and pans on food truck **Warning**
22-45-4
Intermediate - Self-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operator dumping in unapproved DOH septic tank **Warning**
51-22-4
Intermediate - Sink compartments of three-compartment sink too small to accommodate utensils or equipment. Observed large pots and pans unable to fit in three compartment sink. each compartment is the size of a 1/3 pan **Warning**
16-08-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Printed copy for owner **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Elisandra Esquivel 6-10-2014 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**
31B-04-4
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Mar 7, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria La Dona last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria La Dona on file is from Jan 6, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.
How does Taqueria La Dona compare to other restaurants in Dover?
Taqueria La Dona most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Dover average of 81.
Has Taqueria La Dona's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria La Dona have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Taqueria La Dona means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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