El Jalisciense
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
100
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at El Jalisciense, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Jan 12, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “proper cooling methods used” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Kathleen restaurant scores 93. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Dec 9, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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2-1C - no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods or approved alternate method properly followed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food handler place soft flour tortillas in aluminum foil with his bare hands, that is intended for customers. Except when washing fruits and vegetables or as specified under subsection (a)4, food employees shall not contact exposed, ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing equipment. Employee discarded the tortaillas.
511-6-1.04(4)(a)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed no written consumer allergen awarness at the facility. The permit holder shall notify consumers by written notification of the presence of major food allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items that are served or sold to the consumer. Provided person in charge with an example of allergen signage to post. Place a written allergen notification inside the establishment.
511-6-1.04(7)(d)
90
Jul 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several items in the walk in cooler made the night before being held above 41F. The ambient air temperature was 40F. 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 or below if cold holding. Items were discarded. PIC coached the employees on proper cooling methods.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed a large pot of rice cooling on the rolling cart tightly covered with aluminum foil. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls. Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Employee placed rice on sheet pan to rapidly cool down.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
82
Mar 4, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed the ice machine with pink and orange build-up on the interior baffle. Food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned frequently to avoid contamination of food. Remove ice and wash, rinse, and sanitize ice machine as soon as possible. Clean interior of the unit frequently.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed 0 parts per million of chlorine sanitizer dispersing from the ware-washing unit. 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: A chlorine solution shall have a minimum 50-100 ppm. Have the unit repaired, use three compartment sink to wash, rinse and sanitize utensils.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed large pot of rice cooling on the rolling cart tightly covered with aluminum foil. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls. Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Employee placed rice on sheet pan to rapidly cool down.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the side door of the dumpster open while trash stored inside. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: With tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food service establishment. Employee closed side doors.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
74
Oct 30, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed several food containers stacked wet on the dry storage rack. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils: Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food. Coach employees to air-dry clean utensils before stacking to be stored.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
95
Jun 6, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 7, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Jalisciense last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Jalisciense on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Jalisciense?
Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Jalisciense.
How does El Jalisciense compare to other restaurants in Kathleen?
El Jalisciense most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Kathleen average of 93.
Has El Jalisciense's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Jalisciense have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at El Jalisciense means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is El Jalisciense inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Jalisciense is inspected around four times per year on average.
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