Surcheros Fresh Grill
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
74
Score
Going back to 2024, Surcheros Fresh Grill has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
“Food-contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing eight times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Douglas restaurant, which scores around 91. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine
3 major violations.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dirty cutting blade on the can opener with old food residue. Clean food contact surfaced every 4 hours or sooner depending on the frequency.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed hand wash sink lacking drying provisions. CA: Keep sink supplied with soap, hot water and drying provisions at all times.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dry ingredient containers with scoop handles touching ingredient in containers. Keep handles in upright positions to prevent contamination or use a new scoop each time.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
74
Sep 30, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dirty shelving in the walk-in cooler mainly the rack where the black beans are cooling. Need to clean racks badly.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dirty dishes after being washed. need to rewash dishes
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed equipment frame wear with buildup along with several containers with heavy buildup of grease and food particles. Entire kitchen needs to be cleaned to remove undesired products.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
78
Apr 28, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed dirty shelving in the walk-in cooler and observed food debris scattered around the area where the bread is stored. Need to increase cleaning frequencies!!!
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Inspector notes: Observed trash can in women's restroom lacking cover. Add lid to waste bin.
511-6-1.06(5)(h)
86
Oct 17, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed bowls being used as scoops stored inside containers of corn salsa and diced tomatoes inside walk in cooler.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
90
Oct 10, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler found holding food 45 to 48 degrees. Prep top cooler also out of temperature holding TCS foods at 44-48 degrees. CA: Have both units looked at ASAP so foods can be maintained at 41 degrees or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed can opener blade to be encrusted with residue/buildup. Food contact surfaces must be cleaned and sanitized at a rate to prevent buildup.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed bags of ice being stored in direct contact with ice in the ice machine. I advised Manager to remove the bags, sanitize the machine and let it fill back up with ice before using. Explained the importance of keeping machine free of ice bags and other objects that will cause contamination.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed several flies inside the establishment. Saw 2 pans of diced cooked beef not covered and flies were landing on it. Also observed chicken on a prep table that was cooked being chopped up and several flies landed on the cooked chicken. These products need to be discarded due to contamination.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed onions being stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler in standing water. All food and food related products must be stored 6 inches off the floor to prevent contamination. Onions need to be discarded.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
64
Jul 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler found holding food 45 to 51 degrees. Prep top cooler also out of temperature holding TCS foods at 58-59 degrees. CA: Have both units looked at ASAP so foods can be maintained at 41 degrees or below.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed a container of water inside the sink making it unusable. There was no location near the sink to place the container of water so the sink could be used. CA: Keep hand wash sink empty and available at all times so it can be properly used.
511-6-1.06(2)(l)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed food spiced being stored on the floor in front of the restroom bathrooms. All food related products must be held at 6 inches above the floor to help prevent contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
74
Jan 25, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed can opener blade to be encrusted with residue/buildup. Food contact surfaces must be cleaned and sanitized at a rate to prevent buildup.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16C - sewage and waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Observed floor of walk in cooler to have large amount of pooled/standing water. Correct drainage issue so all wastewater is properly drained/disposed.
511-6-1.06(4)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floors, walls, and ceiling throughout main kitchen and front food service areas to be in disrepair. (i.e., missing paint, missing tiles, peeling paint from ceiling in dish wash area). Make repairs to facility.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Store scoop so the handle does not come in direct contact with the ice as this poses a potential contamination risk.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed heavily soiled floors, shelving units (in walk in cooler), and reach in coolers throughout kitchen. All areas listed contained heavy buildup of residue and food debris. Advised deep cleaning.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Surcheros Fresh Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Surcheros Fresh Grill on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Surcheros Fresh Grill?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Surcheros Fresh Grill.
How does Surcheros Fresh Grill compare to other restaurants in Douglas?
Surcheros Fresh Grill most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Douglas average of 91.
Has Surcheros Fresh Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Surcheros Fresh Grill have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Surcheros Fresh Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Surcheros Fresh Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Surcheros Fresh Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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