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LA MORENITA MARKET

1519 S CLAREMONT ST, San Mateo, CA 94402

This restaurant has some health concerns to be aware of.

Recent inspections found issues that may affect food safety. Review the violations below.

SafeScore

75/100

Inspections

1

Last Inspected

May 2019

Critical

0

Analysis

Violation Breakdown

70 total

other
4869%
temperature
69%
facility
57%
chemical
46%
contamination
34%
pest
23%

Case History

Inspection Timeline

MinorOther

15. Food obtained from approved source

Code F015

MinorOther

If the restaurant serves shellfish, they must keep and display the required tracking tags that show where the shellfish came from.

Code F016

MinorOther

The restaurant has an issue with how rainwater runoff is being managed on the property.

Code CA08

MinorOther

43. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Code F043

MinorOther

21. Hot and cold water available

Code F021

MinorOther

27. Food separated and protected

Code F027

MinorOther

02. Communicable disease; reporting, restrictions & exclusions

Code F002

MinorOther

Employees must not handle food if they are showing symptoms like discharge from their eyes, nose, or mouth.

Code F003

MinorPest

The restaurant must be kept clean, personal belongings stored properly, and the building sealed against pests like rats and insects.

Code F044

MinorOther

E7 Change of Ownership - Denied

Code EA07

MinorOther

E3 Hearing

Code EA03

MinorOther

The restaurant's operating permit wasn't visible or available on the premises.

Code F048

MinorOther

Food is not being stored properly or containers holding food are not clearly labeled with what's inside.

Code F030

MinorOther

37. Vending Machine

Code F037

MinorOther

C5 Impoundment

Code CA05

MinorFacility

The restaurant is correctly disposing of sewage and wastewater so it doesn't contaminate food or the surrounding area.

Code F022

MinorOther

Fruits and vegetables were not being properly washed before being served or prepared.

Code F028

MinorOther

This appears to be an internal impound release code and cannot be translated without more context.

Code CA06

MinorChemical

The wet cloths used to wipe down surfaces are not being stored in sanitizing solution between uses, which can spread bacteria.

Code F040

MinorOther

The restaurant is using single-use plastics that are banned under local regulations.

Code CA09

MinorOther

No one is allowed to use any part of the restaurant as a place to sleep.

Code F046

MinorFacility

The restaurant must have proper airflow and lighting in all work areas.

Code F038

MinorOther

19. Consumer advisory provided

Code F019

MinorTemperature

The restaurant either lacks food thermometers or the ones they have are giving inaccurate temperature readings.

Code F039

MinorOther

E1 Placard Posted

Code EA01

MinorTemperature

10. Proper cooking time and temperature

Code F010

MinorFacility

42. Garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Code F042

MinorOther

32. Food properly labeled & honestly presented

Code F032

MinorOther

The restaurant is not correctly using time instead of temperature to keep certain foods safe, or is missing the required records for doing so.

Code F008

MinorOther

Staff must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in areas where food is prepared or served.

Code F004

MinorOther

C3 Samples

Code CA03

MinorOther

Food that a customer sends back cannot be served to another customer.

Code F012

MinorOther

This inspection finding has been referred to another agency or department for further action.

Code CA01

MinorChemical

C10 Dishwasher - Yes

Code CA10

MinorOther

The restaurant must serve food that is safe to eat and not spoiled or contaminated.

Code F013

MinorOther

The restaurant has completed a transfer of ownership and the new owner has been officially approved.

Code EA08

MinorOther

E5 Transfat

Code EA05

MinorOther

The inspector took photos to document a violation as evidence.

Code EA02

MinorTemperature

26. Approved thawing methods in use

Code F026

MinorContamination

14. Food contact surfaces: clean and sanitized

Code F014

MinorOther

CO2 tanks (used for carbonated drinks) weren't being stored or secured properly.

Code F036

MinorOther

The restaurant has been ordered to stop operating, either entirely or for a specific activity.

Code CA04

MinorOther

47. Signs posted; last inspection report available

Code F047

MinorOther

Staff didn't have valid food safety certifications or food handler cards available for the inspector to check.

Code F01b

MinorPest

Evidence of insects, rodents, birds, or other animals was found in the restaurant.

Code F023

MinorFacility

45. Floors, walls and ceiling: built, maintained and clean

Code F045

MinorOther

The restaurant was using polystyrene (styrofoam) containers, which may be banned in this area.

Code CA07

MinorOther

The restaurant is not following the required safety rules for sourcing, storing, or serving raw oysters from the Gulf of Mexico.

Code F017

MinorOther

The restaurant was previously forced to close and is being checked to confirm it can legally reopen.

Code EA04

MinorTemperature

The restaurant is not reheating previously cooked food to a high enough temperature before putting it out to stay warm for customers.

Code F011

MinorOther

The restaurant made changes to its layout or operations without getting the required approval from health authorities beforehand.

Code F049

MinorOther

No qualified manager was present or actively overseeing food safety practices.

Code F024

MinorOther

Employees weren't washing their hands properly or were using gloves incorrectly.

Code F005

MinorOther

The restaurant is required to avoid serving certain high-risk foods (like unpasteurized items) to vulnerable groups such as school children or hospital patients.

Code F020

MinorTemperature

Cooked food must be cooled down quickly and safely to prevent bacterial growth.

Code F009

MinorOther

The restaurant is in the process of transferring ownership, and the new owner's application is still being reviewed.

Code EA09

MinorChemical

The restaurant's dishwasher is not working or not present.

Code CA11

MinorHygiene

Staff are not maintaining adequate personal hygiene or are not wearing proper hair coverings like nets or hats while handling food.

Code F025

MinorContamination

The outer surfaces of equipment (like the sides of fryers or shelving) were not properly cleaned.

Code F033

MinorOther

The menu did not meet required guidelines (likely missing allergen or calorie information).

Code EA06

MinorHygiene

The restaurant did not have a working, accessible sink with soap and drying supplies specifically for staff to wash their hands.

Code F006

MinorOther

The person in charge could not demonstrate they understand basic food safety rules.

Code F01a

MinorOther

The restaurant is not following the special food safety procedures or plans it agreed to follow as a condition of operating.

Code F018

MinorChemical

The restaurant must properly maintain and use their dish-washing equipment, including testing it regularly to ensure it sanitizes correctly.

Code F034

MinorFacility

The restaurant's pipes, faucets, and drains must be properly installed and working to prevent contamination.

Code F041

MinorOther

All kitchen equipment and utensils must be approved for food use, properly installed, clean, in good working order, and sufficient for the restaurant's needs.

Code F035

MinorContamination

Cleaning chemicals or other toxic substances weren't properly labeled, stored separately from food, or used correctly.

Code F029

MinorTemperature

The restaurant is not keeping hot foods hot enough or cold foods cold enough to prevent bacterial growth.

Code F007

MinorOther

The restaurant's self-service area (like a salad bar or buffet) is not being properly managed to keep food safe for customers to serve themselves.

Code F031

MinorOther

The restaurant was found to have violations related to cleanliness and sanitation that were observed and documented by the inspector.

Code CA02

Data may be outdated

The last inspection on record is from May 2019 โ€” 2518 days ago. Newer data may not yet be available from this jurisdiction.

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