EL NOPAL
Latest Score
98
Last Inspected
May 20, 2026
Violations
21
Critical
12
Inspection History
May 20, 2026
Score: 98
May 11, 2026
Score: 92
Oct 15, 2025
Score: 98
Inspection Reports
A May 20, 2026 REGULAR Score: 98 0 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.
C May 11, 2026 REGULAR Score: 92 2 violations 2 critical
PROPER COOLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE
Proper cooling method not used for TCS food. (carnitas 62 F, walk in cooler, cooked and cooled on 5/10, per person in charge) -corrected when disccarded (person in charge stated he would divert the carnitas to his home for personal use)
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, USED
Poisonous and toxic materials not labeled (spray bottle of cleaning acid not labeled)
A October 15, 2025 REGULAR Score: 98 0 violations
No violations recorded for this inspection.
P November 20, 2024 Score: 92 2 violations 2 critical
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, USED
Toxins improperly stored. (Raid inside facililty, cleaning solution next to and above foods)
SEWAGE AND WASTEWATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
Sewage and waste water not disposed of in an approved manner. (hand sink, leak at waste pipe)
P November 30, 2021 Score: 70 17 violations 8 critical
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
No Person-in-charge demonstrating food safety knowledge at all times of operation
PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE
Employees eating, drinking, or smoking in unauthorized area.
HANDS CLEAN AND PROPERLY WASHED
Hands not washed to prevent contamination from previous task.
Food separated and protected
Ready-to-eat food subject to contamination by raw animal product. Raw animal foods not separated by type based on minimum cook temperatures.
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
TCS food not maintained at 5°C (41°F) or below.
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
TCS food not maintained at 57°C (135°F) or above.
PROPER COOLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE
Proper cooling method not used for TCS food.
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, USED
Improper use of chemicals. Improper storage of chemicals.
Approved thawing methods used
Improper thawing method being used for TCS food.
Thermometers provided and accurate
Lack of accurate thermometers in all refrigeration/freezer units storing TCS food. Thermometers not place in the warmest spot of the cold holding unit.
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display
Food not protected during storage. Food stored where exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Food not stored in a clean, dry location.
Personal cleanliness; hair restraints
No hair/beard restraints where required.
Wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Cloths in use not stored in sanitizing solution.
Posted: Permit/Inspection/Hand washing
No handwashing signage present.
In-use utensils, properly stored
In-use food dispensing utensils not properly stored.
GLOVES USED PROPERLY
Hands not washed when changing gloves. Gloves not used properly.
Hot and cold water available; adequate pressure; plumbing maintained
Plumbing not maintained in good repair.