Yuriria Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Inspector notes: Observed prepared container of ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food (rice) in the reach-in cooler that does not bear a consume by date/label. Food may not be served. COS: Discarded.

Inspector notes: Observed improper cooling methods for Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods. Rice was tightly covered during the cooling process, which does not allow for rapid heat dissipation. Cooling methods being used were not adequate to cool TCS foods quickly enough to meet required time/temperature parameters. CA: Cooling must be accomplished using approved methods such as placing food in shallow pans, separating into smaller portions, using rapid cooling equipment, stirring in an ice bath, using containers that facilitate heat transfer, adding ice as an ingredient, or other effective methods. When cooling in equipment, containers must be arranged to maximize heat transfer and remain loosely covered or uncovered (if protected) to facilitate cooling. COS: I intervened during the inspect...

Inspector notes: Violation Observed: One (1) gallon of milk was found in the reach-in cooler with an expiration date of 5/6/2025, which is past the current date. The milk was still stored alongside other food items and had not been discarded as required. Food shall be discarded if it exceeds the manufacturer's use-by or expiration date. Corrective Action: Expired food products must be discarded or removed from food service areas to prevent the risk of serving spoiled or unsafe food. Operator voluntarily discarded the expired milk during the inspection.

Inspector notes: Raw meat was stored in a reused grocery bag inside the reach-in freezer. Grocery bags are not designed for food contact and may introduce contamination, particularly if previously used for non-food purposes. Corrective Action: Raw meat must be stored in clean, food-grade containers or packaging designed for direct food contact. Operator instructed to discard the bag and repackage raw meat in appropriate food-safe wrapping or container.

Inspector notes: Observed unlabeled spray bottle of chemical. CA: Chemicals must be properly labeled when not in their original container with their common name. COS: PIC Labeled the spray correctly at time of inspection.

Inspector notes: Observed opened/prepared container/package of several ready-to-eat potentially hazardous foods (salsa, cut lettuce, chicken) that does not bear a consume/sell by date/label. COS - Food items not prepared today are discarded and PIC has been educated on labelling TCS items.

Inspector notes: No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. There must be a designated area for employee personal items to be stored to prevent contamination.