Oz Tacos & Tequila

200 Front St, Lincoln, RI 02865

Mexican / Latin

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Jan 2, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The most recent report on file is from Jan 2, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent visits have flagged additional issues, ticking from three violations up to six.

The most common issue across all inspections has been physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean, showing up two times.

Oz Tacos & Tequila's latest score of 70 falls below the Lincoln average of 87. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 2, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Warewashing sink compartments insufficient or improperly set up

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking drain stoppers to effectively fill the compartments of the three bay sink. Establishment must obtain drain stoppers.

4-301.12

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the kitchen are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.

4-501.12

Outdoor refuse receptacles lack tight-fitting lids

Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered and overflowing. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.

5-501.15

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on gravel. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.

6-202.110

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: The hood was observed with an excess of debris. Hood screens must be maintained clean.

4-204.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. No person is registered as a Food Safety Manager with the RIDOH. Establishment is to register a Food Safety Manager.

2-102.12

Apr 7, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Oz Tacos & Tequila last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Oz Tacos & Tequila on file is from Jan 2, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Oz Tacos & Tequila?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Oz Tacos & Tequila.

How does Oz Tacos & Tequila compare to other restaurants in Lincoln?

Oz Tacos & Tequila most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Lincoln average of 87.

Has Oz Tacos & Tequila's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Oz Tacos & Tequila have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about three per visit to around six more recently.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Oz Tacos & Tequila 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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