El Vaquero

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, El Vaquero has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 31, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up zero violations, compared to three violations previously. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2026

Food Service Establishment Inspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 6, 2026

Food Service Establishment Inspection

No violations found.

100

Feb 16, 2024

Food Service Establishment Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Food separated and protected

Inspector notes: Raw shell eggs in metal pan stored over portioned and exposed-top salsas in reach in cooler 1. Raw, opened chirizo package was stored directly on whole muscle beef product in plastic container with lid. COS. Items moves to proper location in coolers. Education provided. To send over informational text in regard to proper cooler order of raw and ready to eat products.

Proper cooling time and temperature

Inspector notes: Rice 54° and bulk shreaded chicken 45° cooling from day prior did not meet time limits for cooling. COS. Rice and chicken embargoed (apx 30 lbs). To send over informational text regarding cooling parameters. Demonstration done during inspection with ice bath and another active cooling product (tomatillo). Furthermore, PIC has established using ice wands on all liquid product and is reaching adequate cooling temperatures. Spoke with PIC about stirring bulk product, leaving lids off, reducing portions, using metal pans instead of plastic.

Consumer advisory provided for raw and undercooked food

Inspector notes: New temporary menus printed without consumer advisory present. PIC to reach out to person who is designing new menu to include consumer advisory. For time being, a genertic statement for consumer advisory was printed and posted to wall at entrance of establishment. COS.

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector notes: Unlabeled chemical spray bottle located in dry stock area. COS. Chemical labeled during inspection.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display

Inspector notes: Chips, tortillas stored in kitchen without covering. Cover all food products once removed from original containers.

Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Damage to floors present. Water pooling.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Vaquero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Vaquero on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

Has El Vaquero's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at El Vaquero have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about three previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Vaquero 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 Vaquero inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Vaquero is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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