Sajos Tacos
Last inspected: Oct 30, 2024
78
Score
Sajos Tacos has been inspected four times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Oct 30, 2024. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about four violations before that.
Looking across the full record, “proper cooling methods used” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
That's lower than the typical Warwick restaurant, which scores around 86. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 30, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
Inspector notes: Several products were observed not marked with the date of preparation in the walk-in cooler. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.18
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Cooked Chicken in a metal pan deeper than 4 inches was observed cooling on the counter in prep area. PIC placed cooked chicken in shallow pans to cool for 10 mins then placed in refrigerator.
3-501.15
78
May 29, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Beans were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Fans in walk-in cooler were observed with a large accumulation of condensation. This condensation was observed dripping onto sheet pans above exposed food. PIC to have fans serviced.
4-501.11
86
May 14, 2024
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as raw ground beef) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as vegetables) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Hands not washed when required
Inspector notes: An employee was observed putting on gloves without washing their hands when entering the kitchen. Food employees must wash their hands before putting on gloves.
2-301.14
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings observed under the three bay sink, side prep and storage areas, and back stairs. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-101.11
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: Staff were not knowledgeable of proper cooling, hot/cold holding, date marking, or sanitizing. The person in charge must demonstrate to the health department knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, application of HACCP principles, and the requirements of this Code.
2-102.11
Improper cooling methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Rice was observed cooling on a prep table in a large pot, two large pots of beans and ground beef were cooling on the stove. PIC instructed to move all cooling foods into shallow metal containers. Proper cooling times and temperatures were reviewed with PIC and staff.
3-501.15
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back area, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
47
May 1, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Equipment or utensils not sanitized before use after cleaning
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Staff failed to sanitize equipment and utensils after washing and rinsing them. After being cleaned, equipment and utensils must be sanitized in the 3-bay-sink or dishwasher.
4-702.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Shrimp and mixed vegetables were observed held at 99-110 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC reheated foods to 165.
3-501.16(A)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as shrimp) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as vegetables) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea.
2-501.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Gloves and a strainer were observed in the back hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by an accumulation of rodent droppings observed throughout the establishment. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue, food debris, and or rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Several boxes and containers of food were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The wall mounted sanitizer dispenser was observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of all counter/table tops and shelves have an accumulation of biofilm, grease, food residue, and/or rodent droppings.
4-602.13
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sajos Tacos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sajos Tacos on file is from Oct 30, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sajos Tacos?
Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sajos Tacos.
How does Sajos Tacos compare to other restaurants in Warwick?
Sajos Tacos most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Warwick average of 86.
Has Sajos Tacos' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sajos Tacos have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sajos Tacos means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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